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Two decades after its premiere on HBO in 2002, The Wire still stands as one of the greatest television programs of all time. Its literary themes, exploration of society and examination of urban life, led  many fans and critics to place this show at the top of their list.

Due to The Wire’s content and predominantly Black cast, it never won any major television awards. However, it has left an unquestioned impact in the entertainment industry, and also launched the careers of some of today’s most recognizable faces.

Idris Elba, Michael B. Jordan, and Tristan Wilds are only a few of the actors whose success can be attributed to their roles in The Wire. Take a look how the show’s cast has grown in the 20 years since its debut.

TOPICS:  hbo Idris Elba Michael B. Jordan

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