The trilogy directed by Antoine Fuqua is based on the 1985 series of the same name.
The trilogy The Protectordirected by Anthony Fuqua and interpreted Denzel Washingtonis an undeniable success among action fans: the three films have grossed more than $560 million worldwide.
Based on the television series of the same name, broadcast between 1985 and 1989, The Protector introduces us to Robert McCall (Denzel Washington), an employee in a hardware store. What no one knows and shouldn’t know is that McCall is a former special operations agent who faked his own death and is now trying to protect his new identity.
However, his solitary lifestyle, his seriousness and his love of justice make him an excellent investigator and he ends up accumulating great enemies as he tries to put an end to a human trafficking network.
What is the best film in the franchise?
Launched in 2014, The Protector it started the franchise and, despite its great success, it is not the favorite film of specialized critics. On Rotten Tomatoes the feature film has an approval rating from the press of 61%, while the public rated it with 77% positive comments. Therefore, this is considered the second feature film in the Robert McCall saga.
First and foremost, it’s a favorite among critics and audiences alike The Protector 3: Final Chapterwith 76% approval from the press and 94% from viewers. Released in 2023, the film follows the protagonist who now lives in southern Italy and ends up taking on the local mafia.
Last place goes to The Protector 2under evaluation…
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