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With a huge cast that brings the promising storyline to life, The Wire is a series that is relevant even today. The series comes with a distinct layer of reality while depicting the events of the crimes and the investigations.
The in-depth exploration of the cases will keep you hooked throughout. For years, The Wire kept on raising its stakes high for each season. This becomes a factor that enhances the overall appeal of the series.
The Wire cast and characters
1) Michael K. Williams as Omar Little
Michael K. Williams’ depiction of Omar Little in the series truly depicts his ability to completely embody the roles he takes on. In the very first season of The Wire, the death of Omar’s partner leads him to get revenge on the people behind it. He decided to work with Detective Jimmy McNulty to lead them to the criminal.
Through the seasons of the series, Omar’s character has undergone distinct character development, which leaves an impact on the viewers. Michael K. Williams’ other projects that should definitely be on your watchlist if you enjoyed this series are Six Degrees, The Kill Point, The Philanthropist, etc.
2) Dominic West as Jimmy McNulty
Dominic West’s Jimmy McNulty suffers from his alcohol issue in the series. However, he knows how to handle difficult cases with ease. His intellect often leads him to become condescending towards others. This is especially true when he needs to follow a chain of command.
McNulty's constant disregard for the rules often leads him to get in trouble in the series. Dominic West’s performance throughout the series is truly worth appreciating. Especially the manner in which he brings Jimmy’s character to life in an authentic manner. West’s other projects include Appropriate Adult, The Hour, The Affair, The Crown, etc.
3) Idris Elba as Stringer Bell
Even though Idris Elba’s Stringer Bell is involved in the world of crime, some of his character attributes put him in a distinct light. This is especially because of his dedication to getting in-depth knowledge about macroeconomics, for which he even attends college.
He controls the world of crime with strict hands, leaving a lasting impact. The credit for bringing such a complex character to life goes to Idris Elba. His domineering presence throughout the series makes Stringer Bell’s character unforgettable.
4) Lance Riddick as Cedric Daniels
A dedicated officer in the Baltimore Police Department, Lance Riddick’s Cedric Daniels is truly worth appreciating for his distinct dedication to his work. Through the series, Cedrick Daniels goes through numerous troubles, but he comes out of these situations stronger.
Lance Riddick makes Cedric’s character a crucial part of the series with his ability to embody the role in a distinct manner. Some of his other projects that definitely deserve a place in your watchlist are Bosch, White House Down, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Fringe, etc.
5) Wood Harris as Avon Barksdale
Wood Harris’s Avon Barksdale runs the Barksdale Organization with his strong, commanding hands in the series. He knows how to handle complicated situations. Making his mark in the world of crime is not a difficult task for him.
Wood Harris’s authentic depiction of Avon Barksdale in the series shows how easily he can embody a role in the projects that he takes on. With multiple projects under his belt, Wood Harris keeps on ruling the world of entertainment with his distinct talents as an actor.
6) Wendell Pierce as Bunk Moreland
With projects such as Clybourne Park, Radio Golf, Four, Burning Cane, and many more under his belt, Wendell Pierce is proficient both on screen and on stage. His talent shines bright in his performance as Bunk Moreland in the series.
There are certain similarities between Bunk Moreland and his friend Jimmy McNulty in the series. Both of them suffer from alcohol issues, along with trouble with infidelity. However, even though McNulty often finds himself in complicated situations because of his insubordination, it is not the case for Bunk.
7) Jamie Hector as Marlo Stanfield
Marlo Stanfield’s ambition and ruthlessness go hand in hand in this series. The extent of his dedication to creating an empire of his own can be seen in the manner in which he slowly transforms his small organization into something that can easily compete with the bigger drug organizations with ease.
Jamie Hector brings life to Marlo Stanfield’s character, marking him as a character worth investing your time in.
8) Jim True-Frost as Roland "Prez" Pryzbylewski
The distinct character development of Roland "Prez" Pryzbylewski in the series is truly worth appreciating. This is especially the manner in which he makes himself a crucial part of the police department with his code-cracking skills.
Jim True-Frost’s other notable works include Treme, Manifest, American Odyssey, etc.
9) Domenick Lombardozzi as Thomas "Herc" Hauk
Domenick Lombardozzi’s Herc often focuses on the trivial cases that come in the way of the police department. However, he is quite a dedicated officer. Initially, in the series, he often gets in trouble.
This is especially because of his wrong decisions. Domenick Lombardozzi brings a subtle authenticity to Herc’s character. Besides this series, some of the other Domenick Lombardozzi projects include Breakout Kings, Boardwalk Empire, Rosewood, Tulsa King, etc.
10) Andre Royo as Reginald "Bubbles" Cousins
Andre Royo’s Bubbles is quite a significant character in the storyline of the series from the very first season. Bubbles is initially suffering from drug addiction. His drug addiction leads him to take the path of crime by counterfeiting money. He begins to counterfeit money. He then uses the money to buy drugs. However, soon he gets caught. He ends up in a miserable situation.
Throughout the series, Bubbles goes through numerous ups and downs. These aspects are perfectly handled by the very talented Andre Royo. Some of Andre Royo’s other projects that also depict his acting prowess are Party Down, How to Make It in America, Empire, etc.
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