Denzel Washington claims that two additional Equalizer films are presently under development. In 2014, Washington played Robert McCall, a former government assassin. He returned for a follow-up in 2018 and a third movie in 2023. There have been rumors of a possible Equalizer 4 with franchise director Antoine Fuqua indicating interest in continuing if Washington is willing to return. The Equalizer 3 appeared to conclude McCall’s story, with Washington’s character contentedly retiring from a violent life in Italy.

In a recent interview with Esquire, Washington shares a surprising new update on the franchise, revealing that The Equalizer 4 and The Equalizer 5 are both in development. Though the actor doesn’t provide a development or production timeline regarding the next two installments, he does break down his thought process regarding his return as McCall, explaining why the character and the films resonate with audiences.