Equalizer Spinoff Canceled After Shocking CBS Update!

In an unexpected turn of events, the future of the Equalizer spinoff on CBS has taken a significant hit. Earlier this year, it was announced that Titus Welliver, who stars in both Bosch and its sequel series Bosch: Legacy, along with Juani Feliz from the series Harlem, were set to appear together in an episode of The Equalizer‘s fifth season. The guest appearance was seen as a potential stepping stone for a separate spinoff, should it prove successful. However, the recent airing of the episode titled “Sins of the Father” has sealed the fate of this prospective spinoff.

As a movie enthusiast putting it in my own words, I’m disheartened to share that Deadline is reporting that the spinoff of The Equalizer won’t be progressing at CBS anymore. This leaves us hanging with The Equalizer season 6 as the only project on CBS that remains undecided, whether a pilot or an ongoing series. The latest scoop suggests that the renewal for the Queen Latifah-led drama is still up in the air, leaning towards a 50-50 chance of being either renewed or cancelled.

What The Latest Update Means For The Equalizer

Financials Are A Key Consideration

I’m keeping my fingers crossed that we might see The Equalizer return for a sixth season! If talks with Universal Television are successful, we could be in store for a 13-episode final run. This is slightly fewer episodes than the usual 18, but it’s still exciting news. Interestingly, while other Universal TV shows like FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International were quickly cancelled, the fact that discussions are continuing is a positive sign. And let’s not forget, Queen Latifah has expressed her continued interest, keeping the conversation going!

In this scenario, the proposed spin-off for “The Equalizer” would have starred Welliver as Elijah Reed, a retired CIA agent hiding a mysterious past. His character shares connections with Robyn McCall, portrayed by Queen Latifah, through an old mentor. Feliz was set to play Reed’s daughter in the series. However, due to CBS having numerous scripted shows on their schedule, they decided against moving forward with “The Equalizer” spin-off at this time. Similarly, a spin-off for “The Neighborhood” is currently not in development either.

Our Take On The Equalizer’s Future

CBS Is Considering New Shows

It’s a pity that “The Equalizer” is drawing to a close, but CBS has 18 scripted series already scheduled, and they are adding more. One of these is a crime procedural starring Matthew Gray Gubler, as well as an “FBI” spinoff. They might also introduce some new comedies, including the “Blue Bloods” spinoff, which will premiere later this year. With so many shows in the pipeline, it was necessary to make cuts somewhere. Although the spinoff isn’t progressing at the moment, a decision about the future of “The Equalizer” should be made within weeks.

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2025-04-22 22:47