Another Stakeout
Another Stakeout

Another Stakeout

1993Movie109 minEnglish

A pair of immature detectives are joined by a pesky assistant district attorney in staking out a lakeside home where an important Mafia trial witness is believed to be heading.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Google Users70%
Director: John BadhamGenres: Comedy, Crime, Action

Plot Summary

Two misfit detectives, Chris and Bill, are brought back for a sequel when a key witness in a murder case, Maria, goes missing. The duo must protect Maria from assassins while also dealing with their own personal entanglements and the usual chaos that follows them. Their mission becomes more complicated as they try to keep Maria safe and hidden, leading to a series of comedic and dangerous situations.

Critical Reception

Another Stakeout received mixed to positive reviews from critics and was a moderate commercial success. While praised for its comedic elements and the chemistry between the lead actors, some critics found it to be a less original or engaging follow-up to the first film. Audiences generally enjoyed the humor and action, making it a decent sequel for fans of the original.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delivers laughs through its familiar buddy-cop dynamic and comedic action sequences.
  • Lacks the freshness and surprise of the original, leaning on established tropes.
  • The lead actors' chemistry remains a strong point, elevating the material.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a fun and entertaining sequel, with many appreciating the return of the main characters and the comedic banter. Some viewers noted that it was not as strong as the first movie but still offered a good time with plenty of laughs and action.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the Vancouver, British Columbia area, which stood in for Seattle, Washington, the setting of the original film.

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