In an ensemble film about easy money, greed, manipulation and bad driving, a Las Vegas casino tycoon entertains his wealthiest high rollers -- a group that will bet on anything -- by pitting six ordinary people against each other in a wild dash for $2 million jammed into a locker hundreds of miles away. The tycoon and his wealthy friends monitor each racer's every move to keep track of their favorites. The only rule in this race is that there are no rules.
A group of strangers are enticed by a wealthy eccentric to participate in a wild, cross-country scavenger hunt for a $2 million prize. With a greedy casino owner and his cronies also in pursuit of the money, the contestants must overcome numerous obstacles, betrayals, and their own moral quandaries in a chaotic race to the finish line. The film follows their increasingly absurd and hilarious journey as they push their limits for a chance at instant riches.
Rat Race was generally met with mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often found its humor broad and its premise predictable. Audiences, however, seemed to enjoy the slapstick comedy and ensemble cast, leading to a moderately successful box office performance. The film is often remembered for its over-the-top set pieces and its ensemble of comedic actors.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that viewers found the movie to be a fun, if silly, comedy with plenty of laughs. Many appreciated the fast-paced, chaotic nature of the plot and the performances of the cast. Some viewers felt the humor was juvenile, but overall, it was considered an entertaining popcorn flick.
The filmmakers considered over 30 different locations for the final treasure, including places like the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas, before settling on a locker at a Hertz car rental agency in Silver City, New Mexico.
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