The Equalizer Movies: Release Order
The Equalizer trilogy follows Robert McCall, a retired black ops operative trying to live a quiet life while being drawn into helping those who can't help themselves. Denzel Washington's portrayal of the character creates a modern take on the vigilante hero, combining brutal efficiency with a moral code.
The films progress chronologically, showing McCall's evolution from someone attempting to stay hidden to accepting his role as a protector of the innocent. Each movie tells a largely self-contained story while building on the character's journey.
Linear Timeline: Release Order = Story Order
The Equalizer
A former special operative trying to live a quiet life is drawn back into action when he encounters a young woman terrorized by Russian gangsters. Using his lethal skills, he becomes a vigilante helping those who have nowhere else to turn.
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The Equalizer 2
When his former partner is murdered, retired CIA operative Robert McCall embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance while continuing to dispense justice for those who cannot protect themselves.
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The Equalizer 3
Robert McCall settles in Southern Italy but must confront the local mafia when he discovers they're threatening his newfound friends. The retired operative comes out of retirement one final time to protect those he cares about.
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Other Film Series
Death Wish
An architect turned vigilante seeks justice after criminals attack his family in this urban crime thriller series.
Heist
From meticulous planning to high-stakes execution, heist films follow criminals as they attempt elaborate robberies - exploring the art of the score and the price of ambition.
Infernal Affairs
A tightly connected Hong Kong crime trilogy exploring dual identities and betrayal through the parallel stories of two moles infiltrating opposite sides of the law.
Taken
A retired CIA operative uses his particular set of skills to protect his family from increasingly dangerous threats across three action-packed films.
Trancers
A sci-fi action series about Jack Deth, a time-traveling cop from the 23rd century hunting down zombie-like creatures called Trancers.
Universal Soldier
A sci-fi action franchise about reanimated soldiers turned into enhanced super-warriors, following multiple timelines and reboots across different continuities.