IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users69%
Director: Jerry Zucker•Genres: Comedy, Adventure, Sport
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.
The film relies heavily on slapstick and gross-out humor, which can be hit-or-miss.
Features a large ensemble cast of recognizable comedic actors, providing some entertaining performances.
The premise is considered derivative of older films like 'It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World', lacking originality.
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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