The movie “K-9” is an American crime comedy released in 1989, which revolves around a cop named Michael Dooley, portrayed by James Belushi, and his K-9 dog partner, a German police dog named Jerry Lee.
The story begins when Dooley encounters a dangerous criminal gang that he must track down and apprehend. He enlists the help of a police dog to assist in the search for the criminals. However, Dooley and Jerry Lee have a difficult initial relationship, starting with disagreements and culminating in a close collaboration to catch the criminals.
The film is a combination of humor and tension created by the confrontation of the police with the criminals. As they pursue the criminals, they encounter many adventures and humorous situations, which often lead to comedic situations.
“K-9” was well-received by the public and became a success at the box office. The film was praised for James Belushi’s performance as well as the excellent portrayal of his police dog, Jerry Lee. Following the success of the film, several sequels were produced.