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 never watched The Wire and has zero intention to do so, despite his iconic HBO role. He describes being involved without participating in its celebration as a viewer. He feels slightly outside 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 confession is candid and reframes the breakout series narrative. Elba discusses why he rejects the claim of being part of TV's greatest of all time. He speaks with interviews and podcasts that his watching choices differ from fans, shaping a unique perspective on fame and legacy.