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The Wire

Critically acclaimed American crime drama series set in Baltimore, telling the story of inner-city drug culture as seen through the eyes of drug dealers and law enforcement. Created by David Simon

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Broadcast Sat, 12 Sep 2009, 02:50 on BBC Two (except Northern Ireland (Analogue), Wales (Analogue)) but not available on BBC iPlayer.

10/10. As a wake for a departed officer is held, the seeds of the future are sown in Baltimore.

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Discover the real people that inspired the writers. Figure out how to fit in with a Baltimore street talk lesson and go backstage with The Wire.

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