‘The Equalizer’ Canceled After Five Seasons at CBS

CBS has abruptly canceled "The Equalizer" after its fifth season due to its financial challenges as an outside studio show. The series finale will air on May 4, marking the end of what was otherwise the last bubble show at the network for the season. In contrast, CBS is focusing on new projects like Tom Ellis’ FBI spinoff and a comedy pilot called "DMV" for next season. The decision underscores the show's lack of success in its late run and CBS’s strategic shift toward high-demand content.