Edward Woodward as Robert Mccall

Born June 1, 1930, in Surrey, England, Edward Woodward Was a Big Hit on the London Stage as Well as in British Films Including 1973’S the Wicked Man. He Then Turned to Hollywood and Landed the Part of Robert Mccall in the Equalizer Cast at the Age of 55. in the Pilot Episode, Edward Woodward Played Robert Mccall with a Soft American Accent. by the Time the Series Was Commissioned, He Acted with His Own English Accent. Mccall Was Such a Hit in the Show That He Was Nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series Each Year That the Show Aired.

Keith Szarabajka as Mickey Kostmayer

Born in December 2, 1952, in Oak Park, Illinois, Keith Szarabajka Had Bit Parts in Shows Like Miami Vice, Before Landing the Role of Mickey Kostmayer in the Equalizer Cast. After the Series Ended, He Went on to Several Other Tv Series Including Max Steel (2000-2002), Cold Case (2008-2010), Jedi Camp (2012-2013), Star Wars: Rebels (2014-2018) and Supernatural (2016-2019). He Also Appeared in Several Movies Including the Dark Knight (2008), Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011) Argo (2012).

Robert Lansing as Control

Born in June 5, 1928, in San Diego, California, Robert Lansing Had Parts in Several Tv Shows Including Simon & Simon and Hotel, as Well as Films Including the Move the Nest. He Had His Big Breakthrough Playing the Role of Control in the Equalizer Cast.

Mark Margolis as Jimmy

Born November 26, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mark Margolis Began His Acting Career in the Late 1960S, Appearing in Theater Productions and Small Film Roles. He Gradually Gained Recognition for His Intense and Compelling Performances. Most Notably He Was in the 1983 Movie Scarface Before Landing the Role of Jimmy in the Equalizer Cast.

Maureen Anderman as Assistant Mickey

Born in October 26, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, Maureen Anderman Got Her Acting Chops on Several Shows Including Kojak (1976), St. Elsewhere (1982) and Spenser for Hire (1985). After the Equalizer Series Ended, She Went on to Play the Role of Nina Shapiro in the Days and Nights of Molly Dodd (1987-1991). She Also Had Parts on Law & Order (1990) and Homicide: Life on the Street (1993). She Also Appeared in the Film Final (2001).

William Zabka as Scott Mccall

Born October 20, 1965, in New York City, William Zabka Got His Start in Commercials, Promoting Products Like Kool-Aid, Pepsi, and Milk. He’s Best Known for His Role as Johnny Lawrence, the Main Villain in the Movie the Karate Kid (1984). He Had No Martial Arts Experience Prior to the Filming of the Movie, but He Has Since Earned a Black Belt. After He Appeared in the Equalizer Cast, He Was Seen in Several Movies Including Back to School (1986) and Hot Tub Time Machine (2010).

'The Equalizer' Cast Then and Now

By Sarah Jenkins

• Oct 8, 2026 • 6 min read

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

The Equalizer Cast Originally Captivated Audiences with Its Thrilling Plotlines and Compelling Acting. Created by Michael Sloan and Richard Lindheim, This Action-Packed Crime Drama First Graced Television Screens in the Mid-1980S. at the Heart of Its Success Lay Not Only Its Gripping Narrative but Also the Talented Ensemble Cast That Brought Its Characters to Life.

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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