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BET Awards 2025: 5 Denzel Washington Movies You Must See

The 2025 BET Awards 'Best Actor' recipient has given the world a few classics.

Denzel Washington is a household name for a reason. He was rightfully deserving of this year's 'Best Actor' award at the BET Awards. Washington's acting capabilities are unmatched and he continues to prove why he's one of the greatest actors of all time.

While you should've watched every film from the actor by now, here's 5 movies that remain a must-see.

  • 'The Tragedy Of Macbeth'

    Although a recent release of Washington's catalog, this film took the actor back to his Broadway roots. The AppleTV+ feature film showcased why Washington is such an eclectic talent, also showing how the seasoned veteran was able to convert so many brilliant notes from the stage plays he has starred in.

  • 'Malcolm X'

    As many people's first watch of the thespian, you couldn't tell folks Washington wasn't Malcolm X. The cadence, the facial expressions, and the demeanor, the Academy Award-winning actor embodied the iconic activist and did a phenomenal job.

  • 'Remember The Titans'

    This film has gone down in history as one of the greatest football films of all time. Washington, playing Herman Boone, the real-life coach whom the film was loosely based on, delivered incredible scenes showing motivation, encouragement, and independence all wrapped up in one.

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  • 'American Gangster'

    Talk about being ruthless and unapologetic about it. Washington portrayed Frank Lucas, an infamous drug lord who played no games. This film continues to be talked about in conversation when pertaining to gangster films.

  • 'The Equalizer'

    Washington is known for his versatility, and he showed that in the franchise, 'The Equalizer.' From action packed fighting scenes to memorable quotes, the star showed Hollywood he could do anything you put in front of him.

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