Idris Elba shares ‘honest’ confession about acclaimed project: ‘I feel bad’
Actor has revealed why he can’t agree with ‘greatest TV show of all time’ claim
www.independent.co.ukIdris Elba disclosed he never watched The Wire and doesn't plan to do so, despite his iconic HBO role. He says he was there and helped create without celebrating it as a viewer. He feels slightly outside from the show's fan community as a result. He levels it as important at the time, though he didn't realize its later impact during production. The honesty is honest and adds nuance to the breakout series narrative. Elba opens up about why he rejects the claim of being part of TV's greatest of all time. He speaks with interviews and podcasts that his viewing habits differ from fans, shaping a distinct stance on fame and legacy.