Is The Wire coming back for another season?
Not as of the latest listings. The Wire is marked as ended after 5 seasons, running from June 2, 2002 to March 9, 2008. No revival or new season is scheduled. If one is announced and dated, this page turns into a live countdown automatically.
When was the final episode of The Wire?
The series finale aired on March 9, 2008. It was Season 5, Episode 10, "-30-". The full run is 60 episodes, roughly 60 hours.
About The Wire
The first season of The Wire (2002) concentrated on the often-futile efforts of police to infiltrate a West Baltimore drug ring headed by Avon Barksdale and his lieutenant, Stringer Bell. In Seasons Two and Three, as the Barksdale investigation escalated, new storylines involving pressures on the working class and the city's political leadership were introduced. Season Four focused on the stories of several young boys in the public school system, struggling with problems at…
The Wire release FAQ
When is the next episode of The Wire?
The Wire has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The finale, "-30-", aired on March 9, 2008.
What network is The Wire on?
The Wire aired on HBO. Episodes run about 60 minutes each.
How many seasons of The Wire are there?
5 seasons and 60 episodes so far, about 60 hours in total. See how long it takes to watch The Wire.
More countdowns
Episode data from TVmaze, refreshed weekly (last update 2026-09-23). Runtimes are as listed per episode, so totals exclude recaps you skip and credits you don't.