The Wire was filmed in Baltimore in the United States.
Locations
McCulloh Homes
Scene where D'Angelo Barksdale teaches the boys how to play chess. (Episode 1.1)
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In movie
War Memorial Plaza - Baltimore City Hall
Scene where McNulty is in a tight spot when Major Rawls gives him a week to report back to his old job. (Episode 1.6)
Scene was shot War Memorial Plaza is a public square, small park and space in Downtown Baltimore between City Hall and the War Memorial Building.
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In movie
McCulloh Homes
Scene where The police are investigating the murder of William Gant. They find a witness. (Episode 1.7)