Is The Equalizer 3 appropriate for children?

# The Equalizer 3 - Parental Guide This R-rated action thriller features strong violence, gunfire, and brutal fight scenes that may disturb younger viewers. It also contains strong language and moderate sexual content. Given the intense action and mature themes, it's best suited for older teenagers and adults, not younger children.

What age is The Equalizer 3 suitable for?

Our verdict for The Equalizer 3 is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is The Equalizer 3 safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Strong

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

Moderate

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2023

Rating

Genre

Action, Thriller, Crime

Synopsis

Robert McCall finds himself at home in Southern Italy but he discovers his friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall knows what he has to do: become his friends' protector by taking on the mafia.

Cast

Denzel Washington

Robert McCall

Dakota Fanning

Emma Collins

Eugenio Mastrandrea

Gio Bonucci

David Denman

Frank Conroy

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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