The sleazy, neon-drenched streets of early-1970s New York City provide a vivid backdrop to "The Wire" creator David Simon's gritty drama series that debuted on HBO in 2017. Mob-connected twins (James Franco, in a dual role), a Times Square prostitute (Maggie Gyllenhaal), an NYPD officer (Lawrence Gilliard, Jr.), and a reporter (Natalie Paul) are just a few of the people whose lives are impacted by the burgeoning business of legalized pornography. With Chris Bauer, Gary Carr, Michael Rispoli.9 episodes on 3 discs. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.