Unveiling the Mystery: The Pension Guy in Equalizer 3 and His Past Connection

Greg Dyer plays a significant role in The Equalizer 3 and hints at his history in the franchise. Denzel Washington's character, Robert McCall, returns to face off against the Italian Mafia, known as the Camorra, in the third movie of the action-packed series. Throughout most of the film, McCall's true motives remain a mystery, only to be revealed later on that he took on the mafia to retrieve a stolen pension belonging to Greg Dyer, showcasing McCall's commitment to serving justice.

In the conclusion of The Equalizer 3, viewers finally meet Dyer and uncover the reason behind McCall's mission. McCall discloses to Collins (Dakota Fanning) that Dyer was a former Lyft customer who lost his pension due to a security breach. The shared past between McCall and Dyer may lead audiences to speculate whether Greg appeared in a previous Equalizer film as a minor character.

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Equalizer 3's Pension Guy Was Not In The Equalizer 2

Actor Marco Giuliani Makes His First Appearance In The Equalizer 3

Denzel Washington as Robert McCall in The Equalizer 3. - Actor Marco Giuliani Makes His First Appearance In The Equalizer 3 - Equalizer 3's Pension Guy Was Not In The Equalizer 2

Simply put, the pension guy in The Equalizer 3 was not in a previous Equalizer movie. A character named Greg Dyer is not listed in the credits, as the role instead is seemingly credited as "Evicted Husband." Marco Giuliani is the actor who plays this role in The Equalizer 3's cast.

Giuliani did not appear in The Equalizer 2 or the first installment. Furthermore, no character named Greg Dyer has been credited in the previous franchise installments. This helps leave no doubts that Dyer is a new character introduced for the trilogy's final movie instead of a surprise returning franchise character.

Robert McCall's History With Greg Dyer Connects To Equalizer 2

McCall's Job As A Lyft Driver Was Previously Established

McCall walking amid debris with a machine gun in The Equalizer 2 - McCall's Job As A Lyft Driver Was Previously Established - Robert McCall's History With Greg Dyer Connects To Equalizer 2

Greg Dyer, a character from The Equalizer 3, may be new to the movie series, but his relationship with Robert McCall ties directly to The Equalizer 2. In the sequel, McCall transitions to a new job as a Lyft driver after leaving his position at Home Mart.

In The Equalizer 2, McCall was shown driving various people around town as part of his job, including a soldier, an elderly man, young kids, and an abused woman. However, these interactions did not impact the main story or villain of the sequel. Therefore, it was a wise decision for The Equalizer 3 to emphasize the importance of McCall's job once again.

It is a bit disappointing that The Equalizer 3 did not incorporate one of the characters previously introduced to the audience. Using one of the Lyft customers as the reason for McCall to confront the Italian mafia could have added more significance to the pension guy in The Equalizer 3. This would have created a stronger connection between the two sequels, similar to how Collins linked The Equalizer 2.

However, the movie is lacking almost any returning characters from past movies, which could explain the decision to make Greg Dyer a new character.

Editor's P/S:

The Equalizer 3 introduces Greg Dyer, a seemingly innocuous character who plays a pivotal role in Robert McCall's mission. While Dyer's presence initially raises questions about his possible appearance in previous films, the article clarifies that he is a new character portrayed by Marco Giuliani. This decision highlights the film's focus on introducing fresh elements rather than relying heavily on returning characters.

The article also explores the connection between Dyer and McCall's past as a Lyft driver, established in The Equalizer 2. While Dyer's role could have been enhanced by incorporating a previously introduced Lyft customer, the film's lack of returning characters may have influenced the decision to create a new character. Ultimately, Greg Dyer's significance lies in his role as a catalyst for McCall's actions, showcasing the character's unwavering commitment to justice.