If you’re a fan of adrenaline-pumping films like “John Wick” or “Taken,” “The Equalizer 2” starring Denzel Washington is a must-watch. This revenge-packed actioner is airing tonight on TV – uncut!
When it comes to action movies, do you love it when the protagonist serves justice with a vengeance? Then “The Equalizer 2” with Denzel Washington is tailor-made for you. The sequel to the successful vigilante thriller “The Equalizer” is a must-see for those who enjoy action in the style of “John Wick” or revenge missions like “Taken.” If you haven’t seen “The Equalizer 2” yet, catch it tonight on October 1st at 10:30 PM on ProSieben. Uncut!
What’s “The Equalizer 2” All About?
Robert McCall (Denzel Washington) was a government assassin and is now a retired agent who looks out for the people in his neighborhood. He drives an elderly Holocaust survivor around, charging him much less than he could. He removes graffiti-defacing buildings and sometimes resorts to violence.
But one day, Robert McCall’s past catches up with him. His former boss and close friend, Susan Plummer (Melissa Leo), is in Belgium investigating a murder case – until she is murdered herself. McCall refuses to accept that someone has killed the last person in his life he cares about and embarks on a ruthless quest for revenge, facing the cunning Dave York (Pedro Pascal) along the way…
Denzel Returns with a Bang
Just like “The Equalizer,” don’t expect a masterpiece from the sequel. Instead, it delivers a revenge-packed thriller filled with clichés that simultaneously tries to be an action-packed spy film. It doesn’t quite succeed, which is why “The Equalizer 2” only receives an average rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars in the official MoviPage review.
However, if you want to be captivated by Denzel Washington’s unique on-screen charisma, “The Equalizer 2” is a must-watch. The two-time Oscar winner elevates the otherwise straightforward revenge flick with his presence alone, effortlessly overshadowing any weaknesses in the screenplay. Fun fact: “The Equalizer 2” is the first sequel Denzel Washington has participated in during his over 40-year-long career.
Furthermore, if you enjoy a bit of a tougher edge, this film has got you covered. Similar to the first installment, “The Equalizer 2” is a brutal thriller, with Denzel Washington ruthlessly taking out his adversaries. The highlight, though, is the finale set in an evacuated coastal town. Here, McCall not only battles his enemies but also contends with a raging hurricane. This is where director Antoine Fuqua’s craftsmanship truly shines.