Denzel Washington is one of the rare actors identified and recognized by his first name alone. There is only one Denzel, just as there’s only one Leo, Meryl, and Keanu. Since the mid-1970s, Washington has enthralled audiences with his magnetic charisma, raw honesty, and intense commitment to each role. Washington has been cited as the greatest actor of the 21st century, with one Tony, two Oscars, three Golden Globes, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom to support the claim.
At 68, Washington remains very active in Hollywood, having recently reprised his role as Robert McCall in The Equalizer 3. With no signs of slowing down, we took stock and attempted to narrow down his illustrious career to the seven best Denzel Washington movies. Let the arguments begin.
