Stakeout (1987)
Directed by John Badham, Stakeout follows two Seattle detectives assigned to monitor a murder suspect’s ex-girlfriend, only for one of them to become personally entangled as the case evolves. The film blends police procedural elements with romantic comedy and character-driven banter. Its mix of surveillance tension, humor, and shifting loyalties gives the story a lively, offbeat charm.

Another Stakeout (1993)
Directed by John Badham, Another Stakeout reunites the detectives as they go undercover with a novice district attorney while tracking a witness connected to a criminal operation. The film blends comedic undercover mishaps with light action and escalating domestic disguises. Its playful tone and ensemble chemistry create a looser, more humorous follow-up to the original.