Idris Elba has never watched The Wire and never will - JoBlo
Despite playing one of the most popular characters on HBO's The Wire, Idris Elba has never seen the series and doesn't plan to.
www.joblo.comIdris Elba has revealed he has not watched The Wire and has zero intention to do so, despite his iconic HBO role. He describes being involved without watching it as a fan. He feels somewhat apart from the show's fan community as a result. He calls it a major project, though he didn't realize its later impact during production. The admission is frank and reframes the breakout series narrative. Elba shares why he disagrees with the claim of being part of TV's greatest show of all time. He explains to interviews and podcasts that his watching choices differ from fans, shaping a personal stance on fame and legacy.