The Equalizer (1985–1989)

While the film addresses the exploitation of the vulnerable, a universally sympathetic cause, its championed solution is rooted in individual responsibility and extra-legal vigilante justice, aligning with right-leaning themes of self-reliance and decisive action when institutions fail.

The movie exhibits significant DEI primarily due to the explicit racial recasting of its lead character, Robert McCall, a role historically portrayed by a white actor. However, the narrative itself does not explicitly critique traditional identities, instead presenting a strong male protagonist in a classic vigilante story.