The Wire' 20 Years Later: How Does “The Greatest Television Show Ever” Hold Up?
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When the show ended its run, David Simon said he wanted his portrayal of Baltimore judged against the future.
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Breaking Bad is without a doubt the best TV show ever made : r
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The Wire' 20 Years Later: How Does “The Greatest Television Show
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