The Wire — Season 4
The reach of this story keeps growing. From the projects to City Hall, familiar haunts are shifting, but the underlying struggle remains constant. A fresh chapter unfolds this season. We’ll see established storylines deepen – exploring new paths for beloved characters, charting the ascent of a dangerous drug network, and following the race for mayor – but with a significant expansion: a spotlight on Baltimore's schools. For the first time, we gain an intimate view into how the urban education system impacts young lives, experienced through the eyes of four compelling newcomers grappling with tough decisions and the allure of quick cash.
"They're walking into a trap," observed Marcia Donnelly. As the end of summer drew near, four young men in West Baltimore grappled with the impending return to school. Bodie found his usual earnings dwindling, and sought a new source of …
"I still wake up white in a city that isn't," Carcetti remarked. As the election nears, Pearlman and Freamon persist in their disagreement over the subpoenas, each hoping to safeguard their position. During their televised debate, Carcet…
"There's something about the first day," Namond Brice observed, "when everyone's just… agreeable." Prez is taken aback by the behavior of his students; Royce retaliates against Carcetti; Rawls initiates a systematic dismantling of the co…
"There are no victors, only those who endure defeat at a slower pace." – Prez Freemon and Greggs transfer to Homicide, while Herc and Dozerman join Marimow in the uninspired Major Crimes Unit. Cutty accepts a position as a custodian at T…
"If you're with us, you're with us," Chris Partlow stated. Commissioner Burrell found himself losing Royce’s allegiance. Meanwhile, Chris Partlow attempted to persuade Michael to join the ranks of Marlo’s soldiers. Dukie revealed to Randy a…
"Do not attempt this at home." – Norman Wilson. Carcetti addresses a malicious campaign attack. Randy faces accusations of a grave offense. Colvin’s specialized program welcomes its initial participants.
"Ah, yes. The golden rule." - The Bunk Omar leveraged a debt owed to the police. Carcetti sought counsel from the former mayor, then from Mayor Royce and his staff. Cutty discovered the reason for Spider’s avoidance and explained to his …
"What we pursue is but a facet of something far greater," Zenobia observed. Prez intends to offer supplemental instruction. Carcetti makes a visit to the Homicide Department, participating in ride-alongs during drug enforcement operation…
"Might as well dump 'em, get another." – Proposition Joe. Herc and Dozerman continue their search for Little Kevin, while Omar secures his release from prison. Carcetti holds his inaugural meeting with the City Council. Prez and the teac…
"The world moves forward, but people remain stagnant." – Poot Walker confronts Donut's car theft, offering him a harsh lesson. Commissioner Burrell seeks counsel from Senator Davis. Little Kevin has a regrettable conversation with Marlo.…
"If you walk in the dirt, you're going to get dirt on you." – McNulty Randy struggles with his peers at school, while Carcetti confronts a weighty predicament. Elsewhere, Omar pays a visit to Proposition Joe, and Freamon discloses a hidd…
"Is that all?" Bubbles asked. As the search for the missing bodies continued, Freamon navigated the ranks after a sharp reprimand from Landsman. Carcetti discovered his assurances of salary increases might be jeopardized by the burden of…
In Baltimore, a simple message echoes: Should an animal be found in distress, call 410-844-6286. Burrell attempts to assist Daniels, but Bubbles' ambitious scheme unravels, plunging him into serious jeopardy. Meanwhile, Colvin strives to…
