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 admits he does not watch The Wire and has zero intention to do so, despite his iconic HBO role. He describes being involved without celebrating it as a viewer. He feels a bit detached 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 honesty is honest and adds context to the breakout series narrative. Elba discusses why he rejects the claim of being part of TV's greatest show of all time. He recounts on interviews and podcasts that his relationship with his work differ from fans, shaping a unique perspective on fame and legacy.