Robert F. Chew

Campbell tries to smooth out the transitions in the police department. The newspaper scrambles to confirm surprising news from City Hall, but lose out to the TV media in scooping a high-profile Grand Jury appearance. As Marlo tries to win favor with the Greeks, Proposition Joe pays his last respects to a fallen colleague, and prepares to make himself scarce in anticipation of a showdown. Freamon enlists the help of a past partner to help with the investigation.

Ends 12/31/12. 'Not for Attribution.' Carcetti's master plan for the police department is leaked to the press, sending the brass into a panic. Marlo turns to Proposition Joe to help with an enviable problem. Whiting and Klebanow drop a bombshell on the newspaper staff. Michael finds temporary respite from his life on the corner by taking Dukie and Bug on a trip. Also available on Amazon Instant Video and VUDU

Ends 12/31/12. 'More With Less.' Season Five premiere. As McNulty and the detail continue staking out Marlo's crew, recently promoted Sergeant Carver is welcomed by a cauldron of discontent from officers coping with unpaid overtime. Though he wants to keep his campaign promise to lower crime, Mayor Carcetti is strapped by his commitment to schools, and faces some tough choices. Also available on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes and VUDU

Ends 12/31/12. 'Final Grades.' (Season Four finale) As the bodies from the vacants pile up, Burrell offers his support to Daniels and admonishes Rawls for crossing him. Bubbles is at his wit's end after his plan backfires. Proposition Joe looks to defray shipment losses. Attempting to get Namond off the corners, Colvin visits Cutty in the hospital to arrange a prison sit-down with Wee-Bey. Also available on iTunes and VUDU