That said, the actor agrees that it was ultimately an "important move" for the show's writers to make. After 20 years, Idris Elba has come around on the death of his The Wire character Stringer Bell.

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After 20 years, Idris Elba has come around on the death of his The Wire character Stringer Bell. But when he first got word of his departure from the show, the actor admits he was less than thrilled.