Tapping the Wire (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2007, Tapping the Wire is a documentary film directed by Steven Hore, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. Long-time Wire fan Charlie Brooker takes a journey to the mean streets of Baltimore to meet the cast and crew of the series, and undertakes a mission to explain what makes The Wire the best cop show ever made.
Who’s in it. Tapping the Wire stars Charlie Brooker as Himself, Nick Hornby as Himself, Peter Serafinowicz as Himself and Alexei Sayle as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Tapping the Wire has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tapping the Wire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tapping the Wire tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tapping the Wire (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tapping the Wire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tapping the Wire worth watching?
- Tapping the Wire holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tapping the Wire?
- Tapping the Wire stars Charlie Brooker, Nick Hornby, Peter Serafinowicz, Alexei Sayle and Graham Linehan.
- When was Tapping the Wire released?
- Tapping the Wire was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.