The action thriller about a quiet former operative who becomes an avenging protector is set in Boston – filming across Massachusetts, from a Beacon Hill drugstore to the hardware superstore of its explosive finale.
Where was The Equalizer filmed?
The Equalizer was filmed across Massachusetts – Boston, Haverhill and Chelsea.
Every Equalizer location, explained
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The hardware store – Haverhill
The ‘Home Mart’ of the film’s finale used a store in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
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Boston – the city
Robert McCall’s world used Boston, including Beacon Hill.
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The diner – Chelsea
McCall’s late-night diner used Chelsea, Massachusetts.
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The waterfront – Quincy
The ship-explosion scene used the waterfront at Quincy, Massachusetts.
Planning a visit
Boston and the towns of Massachusetts – the film’s real setting – are accessible New England destinations.
The Equalizer Fun Facts
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Filmed in Massachusetts The thriller used Boston, Haverhill and Chelsea.
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A hardware-store finale The climactic showdown unfolds in a Haverhill hardware superstore.
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Based on a TV series The film reimagines the 1980s television show.
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Washington leads Denzel Washington stars as the quiet avenger Robert McCall.
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A Fuqua-Washington team-up It reunited Denzel Washington with director Antoine Fuqua.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Equalizer filmed?
Across Massachusetts – Boston, Haverhill and Chelsea.
Where is the finale filmed?
In a hardware superstore in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Boston and the Massachusetts towns are accessible.
Who directed The Equalizer?
Antoine Fuqua.
Who stars in it?
Denzel Washington.
