Though it is hard to compare to one of the most acclaimed shows of all time, The Wire, there are other shows out there that fans can check out. 

The Wire, set in Baltimore, focused on different aspects of the city and its relationship with the justice system. While fans were disappointed by the show's end, they can still find other shows that fill the void. After 15 years since The Wire ended, it continues to grow in popularity. Show Me A Hero, based on a true story, delves into local politics in Yonkers.

The Shield blurs the line between lawman and criminal in the LAPD. Justified follows the lives of a U.S. Marshal and a local criminal in Harlan, Kentucky. Ozark follows a family involved in money laundering. Mindhunter explores the psychology of crimes and serial killers. The Night Of is a gritty miniseries about life in the city and the criminal justice system. The Sopranos, Breaking Bad, Narcos, Boardwalk Empire, Longmire, Oz, Sharp Objects, Peaky Blinders, and True Detective are also great shows that fans of The Wire will enjoy.