I can't really review this series because I'm currently viewing it for the first time on DVD, and am in the middle of the 3rd season. I had always heard how great it was and I have to say that, so far, it's all that!
I made the mistake of re-watching an episode in the 2nd season to listen to the commentary by Dominic West and the actor that plays Omar, and boy, was I shocked when I heard West's British accent. I thought it was a put-on until I read his bio on IMDb, and frankly, it almost ruined the series for me until I got over it and appreciated the amazing character and all-American accent that he created. Still it's hard to believe when I hear McNulty speak.
Next I found out that Idris Elba is also British. His portrayal of Stringer Bell, so pitch perfect like most of the characters and actors involved with this production, is even more laudable from an English actor. Ripping job, lads!
I made the mistake of re-watching an episode in the 2nd season to listen to the commentary by Dominic West and the actor that plays Omar, and boy, was I shocked when I heard West's British accent. I thought it was a put-on until I read his bio on IMDb, and frankly, it almost ruined the series for me until I got over it and appreciated the amazing character and all-American accent that he created. Still it's hard to believe when I hear McNulty speak.
Next I found out that Idris Elba is also British. His portrayal of Stringer Bell, so pitch perfect like most of the characters and actors involved with this production, is even more laudable from an English actor. Ripping job, lads!