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scrn logline
Denzel Washington's surprising turn as a franchise hero shines a light on Hollywood's most loyal and lucrative leading men.
beat sheet
- Denzel Washington, a renowned dramatic actor, didn't star in franchise films until 2014's 'The Equalizer,' breaking his four-decade streak.
- Despite his late start, Denzel has proven to be a box office powerhouse, with 'The Equalizer' franchise grossing over $190 million worldwide.
call sheet
Denzel Washington, Gladiator II, The Equalizer, The Equalizer 2