Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt

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Scavenger Hunt

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English

A group of college students find themselves in the middle of a deadly game of Scavenger Hunt.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes38%
Google Users55%
Director: Michael SchultzGenres: Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

A wealthy and eccentric millionaire, who despises his freeloading relatives, devises a scavenger hunt to determine which of them will inherit his fortune. The hunt is designed to test their wit, resourcefulness, and greed, as they are sent on a wild chase across Los Angeles to find a list of bizarre items. As the competition heats up, the relatives resort to increasingly desperate and hilarious measures to win the prize, leading to unexpected alliances and betrayals.

Critical Reception

Scavenger Hunt was met with a largely mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor to be juvenile and its plot predictable. While some praised its chaotic energy and the performances of its ensemble cast, the film ultimately failed to impress most reviewers, who deemed it a forgettable comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak script and relies too heavily on slapstick and predictable gags.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors doing their best with the material provided.

  • Ultimately a forgettable comedy that lacks originality and genuine laughs.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a split reaction, with some finding the film amusingly chaotic and others criticizing its lack of substance and humor. Many felt it was a silly and inconsequential comedy.

Fun Fact

The film features an early appearance by James Woods, who would go on to have a distinguished career in both film and television.

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