Quick answer · Season 5
The Wire is a drama and crime series that aired on HBO, running from 2002 to 2008 with 5 seasons and 60 episodes. The Wire has ended. Its final episode aired on March 9, 2008.
- U.S. premiere
- January 6, 2008
- Where
- HBO
- Time
- Varies by station
- Episodes
- 10
- Finale
- March 9, 2008
Where to watch The Wire season 5 in the U.S.
Season 5 episode schedule
| Ep. | Title | U.S. date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | More with Less | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 2 | Unconfirmed Reports | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 3 | Not for Attribution | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 4 | Transitions | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 5 | React Quotes | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 6 | The Dickensian Aspect | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 7 | Took | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 8 | Clarifications | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 9 | Late Editions | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 10 | -30- | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.
About The Wire
The Wire is a drama and crime series that aired on HBO, running from 2002 to 2008 with 5 seasons and 60 episodes. The Wire has ended. Its final episode aired on March 9, 2008.
Season 5: Season 5 of The Wire aired from January 6, 2008 to March 9, 2008 on HBO (10 episodes).
- Network / service: HBO (first aired June 2, 2002)
- Official site: hbo.com
- Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Lance Reddick (Lt. Cedric Daniels), Sonja Sohn (Det. Shakima "Kima" Greggs), Dominic West (Off. James "Jimmy" McNulty), Clarke Peters (Det. Lester Freamon), Domenick Lombardozzi (Det. Thomas "Herc" Hauk)
All seasons
Season 5
Season completeSeason 5 of The Wire aired from January 6, 2008 to March 9, 2008 on HBO (10 episodes).
Season 4
Season completeSeason 4 of The Wire aired from September 10, 2006 to December 10, 2006 on HBO (13 episodes).
Season 3
Season completeSeason 3 of The Wire aired from September 19, 2004 to December 19, 2004 on HBO (12 episodes).
Season 2
Season completeSeason 2 of The Wire aired from June 1, 2003 to August 24, 2003 on HBO (12 episodes).
Season 1
Season completeSeason 1 of The Wire aired from June 2, 2002 to September 8, 2002 on HBO (13 episodes).
Common questions
How many seasons of The Wire are there?
The Wire has 5 seasons and 60 episodes listed, airing from June 2, 2002 to March 9, 2008.
Is The Wire cancelled or ended?
The Wire has ended. Its final episode aired on March 9, 2008.
Where can I watch The Wire?
The Wire originally aired on HBO in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check HBO's own app and the major streaming services for the current home.
Sources
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