Season 5

In the projects. On the docks. In City Hall. In the schools. And now, in the media. The places and faces change, but the game remains the same. In the fifth — and final — season, the series expands its focus into the media — specifically the role of newspapers in big-city bureaucracy — as it follows a newspaper staff as they struggle to maintain integrity and meet deadlines in the face of budget cuts and staff reductions.

Season episodes list 5

S05E01

S05E01 : More with Less 7.96/10 (aired on 01/06/2008)

Budget cuts hit the police hard; corporate downsizing frustrates the staff of a local newspaper.
S05E02

S05E02 : Unconfirmed Reports 8.15/10 (aired on 01/13/2008)

McNulty decides to take matters into his own hands; Marlo takes care of unfinished business.
S05E03

S05E03 : Not for Attribution 8.3/10 (aired on 01/20/2008)

Carcetti's police plans are leaked to the press; Marlo cleans up his cash.
S05E04

S05E04 : Transitions 8.26/10 (aired on 01/27/2008)

The police brass changes; McNulty and Freamon look for bodies; Prop Joe pays his last respects.
S05E05

S05E05 : React Quotes 8.26/10 (aired on 02/03/2008)

Marlo's new alliance gives Freamon and McNulty a fresh lead; the press turns to a breaking story.
S05E06

S05E06 : The Dickensian Aspect 8.15/10 (aired on 02/10/2008)

Templeton makes headlines; Bunk follows up on old leads; McNulty takes an interest in the homeless.
S05E07

S05E07 : Took 8.21/10 (aired on 02/17/2008)

An unexpected call puts Templeton and the paper back in the spotlight--and gets McNulty unwanted…
S05E08

S05E08 : Clarifications 8.26/10 (aired on 02/24/2008)

Bunk returns a McNulty favor; Carcetti is forced to make deals; Hayes asks Templeton about his…
S05E09

S05E09 : Late Editions 8.43/10 (aired on 03/02/2008)

Freamon's hard work pays off with a promising lead, though McNulty isn't in the mood to celebrate.
S05E10

S05E10 : -30- 8.86/10 (aired on 03/09/2008)

McNulty and Freamon face the consequences of their actions, while Carcetti tries to save face.
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  • Original title

    The Wire

  • Type

    TV series

  • Episodes

    5 Seasons • 60 Episodes

  • Rating

    9.29/10 (230 815 voting)

  • Popularity : 100%

  • Country of origin

    US

  • Original language(s)

    en

  • Running time

    60 :

  • Website

    http://www.hbo.com/the-wi…

  • Status

    Ended