r/TheWire • u/Desperate-Cream-6723 • 4d ago

Thoughts on We Own This City

Going through a little The Wire withdrawal after watching the entire series. I've heard We Own This City is the same vibe and somewhat of a sequel of sorts to the Wire... just curious what you all think of this series and if it holds a candle to the Wire?

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u/notthegoatseguy 4d ago

Its a good show. But I think The Wire and WOTC are both written for their specific eras. I personally like The Wire more because the show (mostly) doesn't beat you over the head with its message. WOTC is very specific in its message, there's no mistaking it at all.

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u/Haunting-Detail2025 3d ago

Yeah the DOJ attorney being the conscience of the show was a bit over the top in explaining how the audience is supposed to feel. The Wire lets you come to conclusions by yourself, WOTC makes it very clear exactly how they want you to feel at all times and the narrative is anything but subtle