
‘The Wire’: (Too) Often Imitated, Never Duplicated — Because It’s Impossible
David Simon and Ed Burns’ groundbreaking series did everything you want a TV show to do, all at once — and that’s why it can't be topped, even by its own creators
David Simon and Ed Burns’ groundbreaking series did everything you want a TV show to do, all at once — and that’s why it can't be topped, even by its own creators
With their new miniseries, Simon and co-creator George Pelecanos take the gloves off to go after policing in America
Years before finding fame on 'The Wire,' the late actor was a dancer and choreographer who worked with top artists from house music and R&B. Friends from back then remember his loyalty and indomitable spirit
"He gave us an astounding gift — an act of faith from a magnificent actor who could have played his hand very differently," Simon writes
"My brother I love you forever!! I do not think forever is long enough," actress says
Alan Sepinwall pays tribute to the indelible work and all-too-short life of the acclaimed actor, who died today at 54
Pierce — who played Detective William "Bunk" Moreland — and other The Wire actors mourn the loss of Williams
Celebrated actor who also appeared in Lovecraft County found dead inside his Brooklyn home
The Emmy Award-winning actor talks ‘Fargo,’ ‘Ma Rainey,’ and his remarkable 60-year career on stage and screen
Hosts Matt Taibbi and Katie Halper also break down the first presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump
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