**Rat Race (2001)** *Rat Race* is a chaotic ensemble comedy about easy money, greed, manipulation, and spectacularly bad driving, all orchestrated for the amusement of the ultra-rich. A mischievous Las Vegas casino tycoon entertains his wealthiest high rollers – a group that will bet on anything – by pitting six ordinary, unsuspecting people against each other in a wild dash. Their prize: $2 million jammed into a locker hundreds of miles away. The tycoon and his wealthy friends monitor each racer's every move from their lavish lair, gleefully wagering on their favorites as the contestants plunge headfirst into a hilarious, anything-goes frenzy where the only rule is that there are no rules. Despite its comedic premise, *Rat Race* unequivocally belongs on a list of "Best Adventure Movies" due to its relentless commitment to the genre's core tenets. The film is fundamentally a grand, unpredictable quest: a cross-country dash where the ultimate prize is substantial wealth, but the true adventure lies in the outrageous, escalating series of obstacles and challenges that emerge from the "no rules" decree. Each diverse team faces everything from accidental animal transport and sabotaged vehicles to unexpected run-ins with historical landmarks and bizarre local towns, all while trying to outwit and outrace their competitors. The constant sense of urgency, the high stakes, and the sheer unpredictability of what absurd situation awaits each group around the next corner makes for exhilarating viewing, blending the thrill of a scavenger hunt with the chaos of an epic road trip. It proves that adventure isn't always about epic sagas or daring explorers, but can also be found in a hilarious, relentless pursuit of a jackpot, driven by greed and a complete disregard for norms.