Action Comedy Romance Stakeout Collection

Stakeout

Name: Stakeout
Director: John Badham
Genre: Action, Comedy, Romance
Released: 1987-01-01
Duration: 116 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Richard Dreyfuss, Emilio Estevez, Madeleine Stowe, Aidan Quinn, Dan Lauria

1987Dir. John Badham1h 56m

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Runtime1h 56m

Released1987

Budget$14.5M

Box office$65.7M

DirectorJohn Badham

About This Movie

Stakeout is one of those 80s flicks that balances action, comedy, and a bit of romance without feeling forced. John Badham directs with a light touch, letting the chemistry between Richard Dreyfuss and Emilio Estevez shine. Their dynamic as mismatched detectives is great, and the way they navigate their feelings for the target, played by Madeline Stowe, adds a unique twist. The pacing is brisk, filled with moments that shift from tension to laughter smoothly. I appreciate the practical effects, especially in the stakeout scenes—everything feels grounded. It’s not just a buddy cop film; there’s this quirky layer of romance that doesn’t overshadow the action. A solid entry in the genre, for sure.

Released by Touchstone Pictures in 1987Shot on location in Seattle, WashingtonFeatures a memorable score by Miles GoodmanDreyfuss and Estevez's banter is a highlight