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7.2 / 10(70 votes)IMDb15First Aired: 19854 Seasons

The Equalizer

“If the rules are against you he'll change them. If the odds are against you he'll even them.”

Series Overview

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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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
CBS
Episodes & Seasons

4 Seasons • 88 Episodes

48 min per episode

Air Date Window

1985 – 1989

Premiered: Wed, Sep 18, 1985

Created By
Richard Lindheim
Michael Sloan

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Aug 24, 1989

Season 4, Episode 22: “Suicide Squad”

McCall comes to the aid of a college student who's lost his athletic scholarship and fears disappointing his parents, and turns to drug dealing as a way to make the big money they expect.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Equalizer, Complete Collection ExcerptOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2014-12-15

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Richard Lindheim, Michael Sloan

Producers

Marc Laub, James Duff McAdams

Department Leadership Roster

Marc Laub

Producer

Richard Bianchi

Production Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 15

15: Suitable only for 15 years and over.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Canada18+

18+ Restricted to Adults.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Equalizer

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What is The Equalizer about?

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.

How many seasons does The Equalizer have?

The Equalizer comprises 4 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Equalizer?

Key cast members in The Equalizer include Edward Woodward.

Who created or directed The Equalizer?

The Equalizer was developed and directed by Richard Lindheim, Michael Sloan.