Denzel Washington stars as Robert McCall, a retired black ops commando who uses his unique skills to help the oppressed and deliver justice against powerful adversaries, in this 2014 action-thriller film. What is the title of this movie?

The film described, starring Denzel Washington as Robert McCall, a retired black ops commando who helps the oppressed and delivers justice, is indeed The Equalizer (Review). Released in 2014, this action-thriller introduces audiences to McCall, a man who has faked his own death to live a quiet life in Boston, working at a home improvement store. His peaceful existence is shattered when he encounters Teri (played by Chloë Grace Moretz), a young trafficking victim under the control of the Russian mafia. Witnessing her brutal treatment reignites McCall's dormant sense of justice and compels him to use his formidable, specialized skills to protect her and other innocent people.

The movie is a cinematic adaptation of the popular 1980s television series of the same name, which originally starred Edward Woodward as Robert McCall. While the film takes inspiration from the original series' premise of a former intelligence agent helping those in need, it carves out its own distinct, grittier tone. Denzel Washington's portrayal of McCall is that of a cultured and intelligent man who often reads classic literature, yet possesses a deadly efficiency and a strict moral code, making him a compelling vigilante.

"The Equalizer" proved to be a commercial success, leading to two sequels, "The Equalizer 2" in 2018 and "The Equalizer 3" in 2023, with Washington reprising his role in both. The franchise explores themes of justice, redemption, and the moral complexities of vigilantism, as McCall continuously finds himself drawn back into his old life to confront powerful adversaries and aid the helpless. The film also features a notable cast including Marton Csokas as the main antagonist and Melissa Leo as a former colleague of McCall's.