When They See Us: See the Cast Alongside the Real Life "Exonerated Five"

Wise, the eldest of the Central Park Five teens, is portrayed by Jharrel Jerome. Wise was tried and convicted as an adult at just 16-years-old. He was sentenced to 5-15 years in prison, serving a total of 12 years. Jerome is best known for starring in Barry Jenkins's Oscar-winning film, Moonlight.