Another Stakeout

Another Stakeout

Year: 1993

Runtime: 108 min

Language: English

Director: John Badham

ComedyCrime

When a government witness is placed in danger by the Mafia, detectives Chris Lecce and Bill Reimers embark on a high-stakes search mission, joined by a no-nonsense D.A. Gina Garrett who moonlights as a parental figure. As they go undercover as a "family" at a summer home, they must balance their investigation with the challenge of coexisting, all while navigating the thin line between professional and personal relationships.

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Timeline – Another Stakeout (1993)
Trace every key event in Another Stakeout (1993) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Explosion at Safe House

Outside of Las Vegas, crime boss Tony Castellano executes a plan to eliminate a key witness, Luella 'Lu' Delano. Disguised as a septic worker, he pumps gasoline beneath the safe house, leading to a catastrophic explosion that destroys the house and injures Lu's husband, Michael.

Early morning Las Vegas, Nevada
2

Investigation Begins

In the wake of the explosion, District Attorney Thomas Hassrick is left furious when Lu goes missing. He emphasizes the importance of her testimony in the upcoming trial against Castellano, motivating the police to intensify their search efforts.

Las Vegas, Nevada
3

Undercover Mission in Seattle

In Seattle, undercover police partners Chris Lecce and Bill Reimers are reassigned to investigate Lu Delano's disappearance. Following a series of mishaps in their previous cases, they are briefed by Assistant District Attorney Gina Garrett who assigns them to stake out Lu's Seattle connections.

Seattle, Washington
4

Cover Story Preparation

Chris and Gina prepare their cover story to infiltrate the O'Hara household, posing as a wealthy couple. Bill, who plays their son, is forced to shave his mustache to complete their convincing facade.

O'Hara's neighborhood, Seattle
5

Maria's Ultimatum

Chris returns home only to find his girlfriend, Maria, packing his belongings. The two have an explosive argument over his commitment issues, but in an unexpected turn, Chris decides to propose marriage despite being punched by her during the confrontation.

Chris's apartment
6

First Night with the O'Haras

The undercover team invites the O'Hara family over for drinks, aiming to gather more information. While tensions rise, Chris and Gina clash over the direction of their investigation, further complicating their already sensitive operation.

O'Hara's house
7

Surveillance Setup

Bill attempts to set up surveillance equipment in the O'Haras' home but finds himself locked in a panic when he realizes he forgot his tool bag. With tensions rising, Gina distracts the O'Haras to ensure their operation remains intact.

O'Hara's house
8

Dinner with the O'Haras

At dinner, as emotions boil over, Chris and Bill are ready to quit their assignment but are dissuaded when Gina breaks down in tears. During this intimate dinner, they inadvertently put themselves at further risk by revealing information about Lu.

O'Hara's house
9

Lu's Captivity

While tension escalates, Lu Delano captures Bill when he attempts to install a listening device. Tied up in the basement, Bill struggles to escape as Chris and Gina begin realizing the true danger they are in.

O'Hara's house
10

Bill's Narrow Escape

Chris and Gina discover that Lu is planning to kill Bill to silence him. As they race to save him, they witness the O'Haras disposing of his body, leading to a tense confrontation at the docks.

Seattle docks
11

Confrontation at the Docks

As the situation escalates at the docks, Lu mistakenly spots Bill and tries to shoot him, leading to a dramatic chase. Chris intervenes, resulting in a physical altercation and the collapse of the dock under the weight of the car.

Seattle docks
12

Final Showdown

The next morning, Lu meets with the District Attorney while Castellano positions himself with a sniper rifle to assassinate her. Chris and Bill attempt to warn Lu but chaos ensues when misunderstandings lead to a shootout, resulting in multiple injuries.

Outside O'Hara's house
13

Gina's Injury

During the standoff, Gina Garrett is shot while trying to protect Lu from Castellano's assault. The intense chaos culminates in Chris finally killing Castellano, but not before several close calls that leave everyone shaken.

Outside O'Hara's house
14

Aftermath and Proposals

In the aftermath, Gina is rushed to the hospital as Chris reflects on his chaotic life. In a romantic gesture, Chris proposes to Maria, finally committing to their relationship, as Bill watches over them from a distance.

Chris's apartment

Last Updated: January 14, 2025 at 19:26

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