

K-9
The extravagant cop Michael Dooley needs some help to fight a drug dealer who has tried to kill him. A "friend" gives him a dog named Jerry Lee (Officer Lewis), who has been trained to smell drugs. With his help, Dooley sets out to put his enemy behind the bars, but Jerry Lee has a personality of his own and works only when he wants to. On the other hand, the dog is quite good at destroying Dooley's car, house and sex-life...
Critics Sentiment
Jerry Lee falls in love with poodle to owner's disapproval
Lyman shoots Jerry Lee during final confrontation and shootout
The film drops from its comedic peak during Jerry Lee's romance subplot to its emotional low when the dog is shot in the climax.
K-9 maintains steady entertainment value throughout, with Jerry Lee the German Shepherd consistently praised as the film's scene-stealing highlight. While critics found the drug smuggling plot predictable and Belushi's performance uneven, the dog's comedic moments and the developing partnership between cop and canine earned genuine appreciation. The film delivers exactly what its premise promises, a lighthearted buddy cop comedy elevated by strong animal performance.
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Jim Belushi
Mike Dooley

Mel Harris
Tracy

Kevin Tighe
Lyman

Ed O'Neill
Brannigan

James Handy
Captain Byers

Daniel Davis
Halstead

Cotter Smith
Gilliam

John Snyder
Freddie

Pruitt Taylor Vince
Benny the Mule

Sherman Howard
Dillon

Jeff Allin
Chad

David Haskell
Doctor

Alan Blumenfeld
Rental Salesman

William Sadler
Salesman Don
Marjorie Bransfield
Receptionist
Mark Mooring
Cop

Jerry Levine
Ernie
Rick Cicetti
Waiter

Dan Castellaneta
Maitre D'

Wendel Meldrum
Girl with Dog
Crew
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