The Equalizer Movie - What We Know (Part 2)

Our Equalizer introduction continues with a look at various members of Robert McCall's team. As audiences prepare to see Director Antoine Fuqua's vision for the 1980's iconic television series The Equalizer, all this week we'll be taking a look back at the characters, episodes, and other aspects of the show that helped to define it.

We'll continue with a discussion of McCall's television allies, and how some could fit into the film's storyline.

Mickey Kostmayer

Kostmayer is McCall's right-hand man, responsible for running surveillance and brought the heavy weapons when needed. Kostmayer was nearly fired from The Company for his impetuousness before McCall molded him into a lethal asset. His work with McCall was always under the scrutiny of Control, who worried about using Company assets on 'small jobs.' But as we'll see, Control and McCall battled over just about everything. Adding Mickey to the mix would be like McCall calling in an old favor, but from what we can glean from the trailer, it doesn't appear that Denzel's version needs him. As of current, there is no mention of Kostmayer in the film credits, and we haven't heard whether Actor Keith Szarabajka will make a cameo.

Jimmy

One of the Company's 'dirty' assets, Jimmy ran intelligence for McCall on selected missions. Recently divorced and needing cash, McCall employed him regularly to get into Company files without their knowledge. Jimmy was a bit of a slimeball, but showed that McCall was ready to use any asset he had to gain the upperhand. Jimmy was played by the terrific actor Mark Margolis. There's always a need for a slimeball to keep your hands clean, and perhaps Denzel will bring along an asset like this to give him information on the Russian mob he's apparently dealing with. As of current, there is no mention of Jimmy in the credits, and we haven't heard whether Margolis will make a cameo.

Scott McCall

The son of Robert, Scott is impetuous and harbors resentment towards his father for being away so often on Company jobs. As a result, Scott dropped in and out of music school to return to New York, prompting Robert to question whether his career was worth losing his son. When McCall disappeared in Mission: McCall Scott enlisted the services of Kostmayer and even Control to find him. We hope that the movie version will tell us a deeper story than the violent one told in the trailers. Adding Scott would be a perfect way to show how McCall is trying to deal with certain elements of his past. William Zabka played Scott, but his character is not listed in the movie credits.

Control

The deadliest special agent in The Company next to McCall, Control is the leader of various branches within the agency, and was McCall's lead when he was employed. Control's real name is never released, a fact so appropriate to his character. Regardless, it's clear that the duo worked on many missions together and grew to understand - if not respect - one another. Control is Machiavellian in his goals, utilizing every asset to get the job done. Sadly, his actions frequently lead to the death of others, including those which Robert has promised to protect. This gray line becomes the subject of much angst between them, leading Robert many times to clean up Control's mess without realizing he's still doing the dirty work. The best episodes of the series usually featured Control in some form, and was played by Robert Lansing.

Harley Gage

A friend of McCall's from his Company days, Harley was disgraced and drummed out of The Company. As he recovers from an accident during a job, McCall smooths over Harley's rough edges, utiliizing him during various episodes in Season 3. Gage has a problem with Control, and their banter is closely monitored by the fatherly McCall. Harley was played by veteran actor Richard Jordan.

Next up, we'll delve into the 'tools of the trade' behind McCall's secret life.

The Equalizer movie blasts its way into theaters on September 26th.

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