Idris Elba has revealed that he’s never watched “The Wire” and he never will. The hunky actor and sought-after DJ confessed that he hasn’t seen a single episode of the HBO hit that made ...

Idris Elba was having a 40-degree day when first reading his character Stringer Bell’s death scene on “The Wire.” The acclaimed HBO series spanned five seasons between 2002 and 2008; Elba ...

Idris Elba opens up about the emotional connection he had with his 'The Wire' character By TN Web Desk July 02, 2025 Idris Elba reveals he never watched 'The Wire' despite iconic role ...

Idris Elba has insisted he will never watch “The Wire.” The critically acclaimed series is often ranked among the greatest television dramas of all time by critics and audiences alike.

Idris Elba is certainly proud of his time on The Wire, but that doesn't mean he wants to relive it. The actor who spent three seasons as business savvy criminal Russell "Stringer" Bell recently ...

Crime Shows Despite playing one of TV's most iconic villains, Idris Elba reveals why he will never watch The Wire: "It's weird for me to go back and watch it" News By George Marston published 2 ...

" Idris Elba in Los Angeles on March 16, 2024. Unique Nicole/WireImage For The Wire alum, one of the things he most enjoys about being in his 50s "is that I really wanna learn more." ...