Denzel Washington’s The Equalizer Action Movies Are Surprise Streaming Hits

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Denzel Washington returns as his famous action character after a twelve-year break, and the series is now a hit on streaming services.

This week, the first two Equalizer movies are performing very well on Prime Video, ranking among the platform’s most-streamed films. Data from FlixPatrol shows the original 2014 Equalizer at No. 3 in the U.S. on May 6th, with the 2018 sequel, The Equalizer 2, at No. 10. The next day, The Equalizer 2 jumped up to No. 2, while the original film moved down to eighth place. The newest movie, The Equalizer 3, isn’t on Prime Video – it’s currently available to stream on Hulu and Disney+.

The Equalizer Is One of Denzel Washington’s Most Iconic Franchises

Denzel Washington is a hugely popular and respected actor in Hollywood, famous for taking on challenging roles and his commitment to acting. Among his many memorable performances over the years, he’s particularly well-known for playing . Washington is the second actor to lead the film series as the skilled assassin, following Edward Woodward, who originally played the character in the 1985 TV show.

The recent popularity of The Equalizer on streaming services likely stems from the success of the Netflix miniseries, which is based on the 2004 film starring Denzel Washington. As interest in the show grows, it’s also boosting viewership of the original action movies, even though the latest one came out three years ago. Essentially, a popular show can help revive interest in the entire franchise.

What’s Next for The Equalizer?

It’s been three years since Denzel Washington last played Robert McCall in The Equalizer 3, but he’s planning to return to the role. He recently confirmed that not only will he reprise the part, but there are actually multiple sequels in the works! While we don’t know exactly when they’ll be released, fans can look forward to more adventures with Robert McCall in the future.

While fans wait for more Equalizer movies, there’s still plenty to enjoy. The original 1980s series is streaming on Paramount+, letting viewers see where the story began. Plus, the recent series just finished its fifth season and is available to stream on platforms like Paramount+ and Tubi.

The Equalizer and The Equalizer 2 are now streaming on Prime Video.

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2026-05-07 16:12