"The Equalizer 3" achieves a franchise-best opening at the box office.
The franchise, starring Denzel Washington, is loosely based on an 1980s TV series.
Previous films in the series had solid but not blockbuster box office results.
"The Equalizer 3" opened with an estimated $60.6 million globally.
North America contributed $34.5 million to the opening, with $42.0 million when considering the Labor Day Monday holiday.
The film outperformed its predecessors internationally, with a 19% higher opening than the previous installment.
Key European markets, including the UK/Ireland, France, Germany, and Spain, saw strong performances.
The film's plot involves Denzel Washington's character protecting friends in southern Italy from the local mafia.