The Equalizer, starring Queen Latifah as the vigilante Robyn McCall, has captivated audiences with its action-packed episodes and compelling storytelling since its debut in 2021. As the fifth season concluded on May 4, 2025, fans are eager to know: Has The Equalizer been renewed for Season 6, or is it canceled? Here’s everything we know about the show’s future, including updates, cast details, and what could have been.
The Equalizer Season 6: Renewed or Canceled?
Unfortunately, CBS has canceled The Equalizer after five seasons, meaning there will not be a Season 6. The announcement came just before the Season 5 finale aired on May 4, 2025, which now serves as the series finale. Despite earlier hopes for a shortened 13-episode sixth and final season, negotiations between CBS and Universal Television, the show’s producer, did not result in a renewal.
Queen Latifah, who also served as an executive producer, reportedly made concessions to reduce the show’s budget to improve its renewal chances. However, as per reports, factors such as declining ratings—Season 5 averaged just under 6 million viewers compared to 7.89 million for Season 4—and CBS’s crowded 2025-2026 schedule contributed to the cancellation.
Universal Television has no plans to shop the series to other networks or streaming platforms, making the cancellation final.
Where to Watch The Equalizer
All five seasons of The Equalizer are available to stream on Paramount+, with episodes also available for purchase on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV. Fans can revisit Robyn McCall’s journey or catch up on missed episodes.
