Ebb Tide (The Wire)

"Ebb Tide" is the 14th episode of the American police drama series The Wire, also the first episode of the second season. It was written by David Simon, from a story by Simon and Ed Burns, and was directed by Ed Bianchi. The episode shows Jimmy McNulty adjusting to a new role with the Baltimore Police marine unit and introduces a group of dockworkers who turn to crime due to a lack of legitimate work opportunities. In the United States, the episode premiered June 1, 2003, on HBO.

The episode had over four million viewers on its debut. Critical reception was positive, especially regarding the character development and frank depiction of the American working class.