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The Wire Season 3 Episode 9

“…while you’re waiting for moments that never come.” — Freamon

Responding to an officer’s call for help, McNulty and Prez turn down the wrong alley, with unanticipated results. A Barksdale crew violates the unspoken Sunday truce with gunplay, increasing discontent among the New Day Co-op members. Stymied in his effort to open a gym, Cutty is surprised to find help from within Baltimore’s power structure.

Episode Title: Slapstick

Air Date: 2004-11-21

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