Stakeout is a fictional Transformer character associated with the Transformers franchise, known as a security and surveillance specialist. He is typically portrayed as a cautious, observant Autobot who focuses on monitoring threats, guarding important locations, and keeping watch during tense situations. His role in the series is usually to support the team through reconnaissance, protection, and alerting others to danger before it escalates. As a character, Stakeout fits the dependable law-enforcement style often seen among Transformers.