The Equalizer (2014)

Bias Rating

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Leans Left

Viewer Rating

Rating: 6.6

Overview

Robert McCall is a former special service commando who faked his own death in hopes of living out a quiet life. Instead, he comes out of his self-imposed retirement to save a young girl, and finds his desire for justice ...

Starring Cast

Denzel Washington • Marton Csokas • Chloë Grace Moretz

Where to watch

Netflix

Philo

Prime Video

Bias Dimensions

Political: Leans Right

Diversity: High

Race Swap: Yes

Overview

Starring Cast

Denzel Washington • Marton Csokas • Chloë Grace Moretz

Where to watch

Netflix

Philo

Prime Video

Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...

Leans Left

Primary

Political: Leans RightConfidence: High

The film champions an individualistic, self-reliant solution to systemic failures and corruption, rather than advocating for institutional reform or collective action, aligning with conservative values.

Diversity: HighConfidence: High

The movie exhibits significant DEI, primarily driven by the explicit racial recasting of its lead character, a role traditionally held by a white actor. However, the narrative itself does not explicitly critique traditional identities, instead focusing on a classic vigilante justice theme where antagonists are defined by their criminal behavior.

Secondary

Race Swap: YesConfidence: High

Robert McCall, the protagonist of the original 1980s television series, was portrayed by a white actor. In the 2014 film adaptation, the character is portrayed by a Black actor, Denzel Washington, which constitutes a race swap.

LGBTQ: N/AConfidence: High

The Equalizer does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is entirely focused on the protagonist's quest for justice, resulting in no portrayal of LGBTQ+ individuals or issues within the film's scope.

FemPower: NoConfidence: High

The film primarily features Robert McCall as the central combatant. No female characters are depicted engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against male opponents.

Gender Swap: NoConfidence: High

The 2014 film "The Equalizer" is an adaptation of the 1980s TV series. The central character, Robert McCall, remains male in both the original series and the film. No other significant characters from the source material underwent a gender change.