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 disclosed he does not watch The Wire and has no plans to do so, despite his iconic HBO role. He says he was there and helped create without participating in its celebration as a viewer. He feels slightly outside from the show's fan community as a result. He describes the project as significant, though he did not realize its later impact during production. The admission is honest and reframes the breakout series narrative. Elba opens up about why he rejects the claim of being part of TV's greatest show of all time. He explains to interviews and podcasts that his relationship with his work differ from fans, shaping a unique perspective on fame and legacy.