Million Dollar Mystery
Million Dollar Mystery

Million Dollar Mystery

1987Movie95 minEnglish

A dying man in a roadside diner tells the other patrons about money he has hidden in four places. But instead of directions, he leaves them only with clues they must solve in order to claim the loot. Released with a promotional tie-in for Glad-Lock brand bags.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Richard A. CollaGenres: Comedy, Adventure, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of strangers finds themselves in a bizarre scavenger hunt across the country, all competing for a million-dollar prize. As they follow the cryptic clues left by the eccentric millionaire who organized the game, they encounter increasingly strange and dangerous situations. The race becomes more intense as alliances form and betrayals loom, all while they try to unravel the true motive behind this peculiar competition.

Critical Reception

Million Dollar Mystery was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, often cited for its nonsensical plot, weak humor, and uninspired performances. It is generally considered a low point in 1980s B-movies, failing to deliver on its premise of a fun, cross-country race.

What Reviewers Say

  • Widely panned for its convoluted and illogical plot.
  • Criticized for its lack of laughs and overall tediousness.
  • Seen as a forgettable and poorly executed chase film.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely absent due to the film's obscurity and poor quality. Those few comments that exist reflect a general consensus that the movie is nonsensical and not entertaining.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release and was later re-edited and released direct-to-video, contributing to its obscurity and poor reputation.

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