Great success of 2014, The Equalizer – The avenger brought Robert McCall’s well-known character to the cinema for the first time. Given the good economic results, it was also reasonable to expect a sequel, which promptly arrived in theaters in 2018. It is The Equalizer 2 – Unforgivableagain directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring the two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington. For the couple, this is the fourth collaboration, having already given life to the films training days, The Magnificent Seven and, indeed, the previous chapter of this sequel, the first made in their career. Packed with action and twists, again there are the ingredients that made the 2014 film so popular.

That of The Equalizer is an adaptation of the characters and story from the 1980s television series known as A vigilante in New York. Composed of 4 seasons, for a total of 88 episodes, it became one of the cornerstones of the detective genre on television. The actor initially wanted to make a film from this Russell Crowe, which however then decided to abandon the project in favor of Washington. Fascinated by his role, he thus decided to return for a sequel, awaited with great interest. Arriving in theaters, the film has in fact replicated the success of the first, grossing about 190 million dollars against a budget of 62.

For lovers of action films, with intricate plots, cryptic characters and unexpected twists, this is a must-see film. Indeed, Washington and Fuqua confirm themselves as an explosive couple, capable of giving life to particularly compelling works. Before embarking on a vision of the film, however, it will certainly be useful to delve into some of the main curiosities related to this. Continuing here in the reading it will in fact be possible to find further details relating to the plot and al cast of actors. Finally, the main ones will also be listed streaming platforms containing the film in their catalogue.

The Equalizer 2 – Unforgivable: the plot of the movie

After the events of the first film, Robert McCall, a former secret agent of the DIA, is now trying to lead a quiet existence in the popular neighborhood of Boston. Here he earns his living as a driver for people with problems, proving to be a loving and respectable neighbor. Undercover, however, he actually continues to conduct particularly complex operations, with the help of his former colleague Susan Plummer. One day she is tasked with carrying out a series of investigations into an apparent murder-suicide in Brussels. Together with the agent Dave York, the woman thus goes to the place, but falls victim to a trap. Upon learning of it, McCall will definitively come out of his rest to take up arms again and do justice.

The Equalizer 2 – Unforgivable: the cast of the film

The Oscar winner Denzel Washington returns to acting in an action thriller, reprising his role as agent Robert McCall. Eager to take the film to a higher level than its predecessor, he demanded that the fight scenes be handled as realistically as possible. It was for this reason that Tyron Woodley, martial arts expert and well-known champion of the UFC organization, was hired. He helped the cast, and Washington in particular, to train and create the most suitable choreographies for the planned scenes. Thanks to these, the actor was able to show off an exceptional physical shape, giving life to particularly dynamic sequences. The Oscar-winning actress also returns next to him Melissa Leoas Officer Susan Plummer.

Pedro Pascalcurrently known as the protagonist of the series The Mandalorian, is featured here as Officer Dave York. This is a particularly complex role, which required the actor not only to be in great physical shape but also the ability to be indecipherable, leaving his membership of the good guys or the bad guys open. Ashton Sandersseen in Moonlightplays the role of young Miles Whittaker, a resident of McCall’s neighborhood and taken under his wing. Bill Pullmanactor known for films such as Insomnia of love And Independence Day, instead resumes the role of Brian Plummer, Susan’s husband. The actor Orson Beanfinally, is present in the role of Sam Rubinstein, a survivor of the Holocaust.

The Equalizer 2 – Unforgivable: the sequel, the trailer and where to see the film in streaming and on TV

At the time of presenting the new film, the director expressed great interest in making a third film, which could thus close the trilogy dedicated to the character. For this to happen, the only conditions for him are that both Washington and the public are equally interested in seeing McCall return to the cinema. The third chapter of the trilogy has actually been confirmed and its arrival in theaters is scheduled for August 30, 2023 with the title The Equalizer 3 – Without respite. In it, Washington finds itself up against the Sicilian Mafia, with locations such as the Amalfi Coast, NaplesAtrani, Maiori and Minori.

While waiting to see the new sequel, it is however possible to enjoy The Equalizer 2 – Unforgivable thanks to its presence on some of the most popular streaming platforms on the net today. This is in fact available in the catalogs of Rakuten TV, Chili Cinema and Apple iTunes. To see it, once the reference platform has been chosen, it will be enough to rent the single film or subscribe to a general subscription. In this way you will be able to watch it in total comfort and at the best video quality. The film is also present in the television schedule of friday 5 May at 21:20 On the canal Rai 4.

Source: IMDb