Pilot Season: The Wire "The Target" (2x04) #14

Following a controversial murder trial, Baltimore detectives begin looking into a powerful drug organization operating throughout the city. The pilot introduces viewers to the interconnected worlds of law enforcement, politics, and street crime while laying the foundation for one of television's most acclaimed dramas. The Wire challenges audiences to pay close attention as it builds a realistic portrait of urban America. On this episode of Pilot Season, hosts Kinte, Jen, Renée, John, Olaf, and Allen explore how the series revolutionized television storytelling and why its debut remains one of the most respected pilots ever produced. Original Airdate: June 2, 2002 Podcast Airdate: 7/1/26 Episode Scores Kinte: 10 / 10 Jen: 9.5 / 10 Renée: 10 / 10 John: 10 / 10 Olaf: 8 / 10 Allen: 8 / 10 Total: 47.5 / 50 #PilotSeason #TheWire #CrimeDrama