Top 10 awesome shows like The Wire that you will enjoy watching
You just finished watching The Wire and you can't get over how good this show was. Now you want to watch more of such masterpieces. We have curated a list of similar shows which are created by the likes of Joe Chappelle, Dominic West and John Doman . Here goes the list -
- Brotherhood
- The Take
- The Shield
- Sons of Anarchy
- Southland
- Banshee
- Peaky Blinders
- Major Crimes
- Jessica Jones
- Thief
Brotherhood
Set in an Irish neighbourhood in Providence, the series reflects around two brothers on opposite sides of the law: one a gangster (Jason Isaacs) and the other a politician (Jason Clarke).
This show, created by Ed Bianchi, Jason Isaacs and Jason Clarke, scores 7.7 on IMDb.
Genres - Crime | Drama
You can watch this on Directv, Hulu, Showtime, Showtime Amazon Channel and Fubotv.
Watch TrailerThe Take
Based upon the novel by Martina Cole, this TV series is mostly about Freddie Jackson, portrayed by Tom Hardy, who is just out of prison. He has the right connections and now he's ready to use them.
This show, created by David Drury, Shaun Evans and Tom Hardy, scores 7.9 on IMDb.
Genres - Thriller | Crime | Drama
You can watch this on Tubi Tv.
Watch TrailerThe Shield
Follows the lives and cases of a dirty Los Angeles Police Department cop and the unit under his command.
This show, created by Guy Ferland, Michael Chiklis and Catherine Dent, scores 8.7 on IMDb.
Genres - Crime | Drama | Thriller
You can watch this on Hulu.
Watch TrailerSons of Anarchy
A biker struggles to balance being a father and being involved in an outlaw motorcycle club.
This show, created by Paris Barclay, Charlie Hunnam and Katey Sagal, scores 8.6 on IMDb.
Genres - Crime | Drama | Thriller
You can watch this on Hulu.
Watch TrailerSouthland
The lives of Police Officers working for the Los Angeles Police Department.
This show, created by Christopher Chulack, Michael Cudlitz and Shawn Hatosy, scores 8.4 on IMDb.
Genres - Crime | Drama | Thriller
You can watch this on Apple Itunes, Google Play Movies, Vudu, Amazon Video, Microsoft Store and Fandangonow.
Banshee
An ex-con assumes the identity of a murdered sheriff in the small town of Banshee, Pennsylvania, where he has some unfinished business.
This show, created by Ole Christian Madsen, Antony Starr and Ivana Milicevic, scores 8.4 on IMDb.
Genres - Crime | Drama | Action
You can watch this on Directv, Hbo Now Amazon Channel and Hbo Now.
Watch TrailerPeaky Blinders
A gangster family epic set in 1919 Birmingham, England; centered on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby.
This show, created by Colm McCarthy, Cillian Murphy and Helen McCrory, scores 8.8 on IMDb.
Genres - Crime | Drama
You can watch this on Netflix.
Watch TrailerMajor Crimes
The Closer (2005) spin-off series, which follows Captain Raydor of the Los Angeles Police Department.
This show, created by Michael M. Robin, Mary McDonnell and G.W. Bailey, scores 7.7 on IMDb.
Genres - Mystery | Crime | Drama
Jessica Jones
Following the tragic end of her brief superhero career, Jessica Jones tries to rebuild her life as a private investigator, dealing with cases involving people with remarkable abilities in New York City.
This show, created by Uta Briesewitz, Krysten Ritter and Rachael Taylor, scores 8.0 on IMDb.
Genres - Crime | Drama | Action
You can watch this on Netflix.
Watch TrailerThief
When it comes to pulling heists, Nick Atwater is a master. But when it comes to his family life he is not as successful. But there are far bigger problems ahead, will he and his team be able to make a clean getaway?
This show, created by John David Coles, Andre Braugher and Mae Whitman, scores 7.5 on IMDb.
Genres - Thriller | Crime | Drama