K-9
by Rod Daniel
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Actor: Ed O'Neill, James Belushi, Kevin Tighe, Mel Harris, RandoDirector: Rod Daniel
Brand: NBC Universal
Producer: Charles Gordon
Producer: Donna Smith
Producer: Lawrence Gordon
Producer: Lloyd Levin
Producer: Steven Siegel
Writer: Steven Siegel
Writer: Scott Myers
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround; English (Subtitled); English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround; French (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround; French (Dubbed), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.85:1
Running Time: 101 minutes
DVD Release Date: 1999-06-08
Audience Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Universal Studios
Movie Reviews of K-9
Movie Review: What more could you want from a dog movie?
Summary: 5 Stars
Michael Dooley (James Belushi), a narcotics detective for the San Diego PD, is fixated on bringing down Ken Lyman, a high society drug lord who's preparing for a $50 million cocaine shipment. Knowing he needs a K-9 to make the bust, Dooley "works outside the rules" and manages to partner himself with Jerry Lee, an intelligent--but quirky--German shepherd dog. You can imagine the series of amusing scenarios that take place before the two learn to value one another, and when Lyman has Dooley's girlfriend Tracy (Mel Harris) kidnapped, Jerry Lee shows Dooley how far he'd be willing to go to hold up his end of their unbeatable partnership.
Belushi is the right man for the part, and nothing negative could be said of his cute canine co-star! In my opinion, Mel Harris also offers an enjoyable, believable performance as Dooley's girlfriend. The bad guy roles are nothing stellar--neither good nor bad. They serve their purpose, but the real spotlight is on Jerry Lee anyhow--and rightfully so!
K-9 is one of those few movies that truly offer something for everyone--romance, comedy, action, animals, and even a heart-warming moment or two. Admittedly, the script could be more impressive, and the plot is simplistic, but these apparent disappointments keep things light-hearted, let the movie appeal to all ages, and keep the dog enthusiast 100% engaged. The first time I watched this film years ago, I was pleasantly surprised that the producers let the dog's personality shine through without making him fake and cartoony; they didn't computerize any of his expressions or make him do things that are too outlandish. There may be a few technicalities that viewers who are police officers may pick at (such as Dooley's commanding Jerry Lee though the pair didn't train together), and you do have to surrender your practicality every now and then in the name of fun.
SPECIAL FEATURES
These are few and disappointing on this DVD, but it was released in 1999, so that's to be expected. The disc includes production notes, cast and filmmakers' bios (and no, Jerry Lee is not among them), film highlights, the original theatrical trailer, and Universal web links.
RATING
K-9 is rated PG-13. Some possible parental causes for concern: swearing, light violence, some sexual content (nothing graphic), and doggy intercourse (though it's only implied, not shown).
P.S. I wouldn't recommend the other two installments in this trilogy (K-911 and K-9: P.I.). Fans of the original won't appreciate Tracy's absence and Dooley's "replacement" love interests, or, possibly, Zeus, the Jerry Lee competitor. They won't like seeing Jerry Lee already out of his prime, slowing in chase scenes and with some gray scruff on his chin. And, most disappointing of all, Jerry Lee doesn't play himself. The significantly lower ratings on Amazon for the successors speak for themselves. Watch K-911 and K-9: P.I. just for kicks, but don't have your hopes up too high.
Summary of K-9
James Belushi stars as Thomas Dooley, an unorthodox narcotics cop who teams with an independently minded police dog in this hilarious action-comedy. Headstrong Dooley is one step away from nailing a prominent socialite in a $50 million cocaine bust. He's branded as too crazy to partner with, and no one will work with him except Jerry Lee, a superbly trained German shepherd police dog with the best nose in the drug-busting business. The unconventional pairing pleases neither partner, but after a series of shootouts, stakeouts, brawls and romantic misadventures, they develop a grudging respect for each other. It's a heartwarming, fast-footed adventure about an unlikely and unbeatable police team that will have you rooting for man's best friend. Starring: James Belushi, Mel Harris, Kevin Tighe, Ed O'Neill, James Handy, Jerry Lee, Dan Castellaneta Directed by: Rod DanielSimilar DVD Movies
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