The Equalizer
“If the rules are against you he'll change them. If the odds are against you he'll even them.”
Robert McCall is a former agent of a secret government agency who is now running his own private crime fighting operation where he fashions himself as "The Equalizer." It is a service for victims of the system who have exhausted all possible means of seeking justice and have nowhere to go. McCall promises to even out the odds for them.
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About The Equalizer
The Equalizer is a 1985 English-language action & adventure, crime and drama series created by Richard Lindheim and Michael Sloan. It spans 4 seasons and 88 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 100 ratings.
The Equalizer was produced by Universal Television and made in Canada and United States of America. It was first aired on September 18, 1985, and carries a 15 certification.
- Created by
- Richard Lindheim, Michael Sloan
- First aired
- September 18, 1985
- Last aired
- August 24, 1989
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 15
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 4 (88 episodes)
- Network
- CBS
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Production
- Universal Television
The Equalizer cast & crew
The Equalizer was created by Richard Lindheim and Michael Sloan.
Behind the camera, it was produced by James Duff McAdams and Marc Laub.
Is The Equalizer worth watching?
The Equalizer holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 66 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed action & adventure series.
With 4 seasons and 88 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy action & adventure, crime, and drama, The Equalizer is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Equalizer
Edward Woodward
Robert McCall
The Equalizer — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Equalizer in United States?
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▸What language is The Equalizer in?
The Equalizer is originally in English, with audio tracks including German, French, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of The Equalizer are there?
The Equalizer has 4 seasons with 88 episodes in total.
▸What is The Equalizer rated?
The Equalizer is rated 15. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 66 ratings.
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