Rat Race (2001)
A casino tycoon pits six strangers in a broad, absurdist dash for cash, full of campy, brisk adventure.
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.
How intense is Rat Race?
Rat Race has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a party watch and fine in the background. The humor runs broad and absurdist. Rated PG-13.
What Rat Race feels like
- Tone
- campypulpycrowd pleasingdarkly comic
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- broad and big, absurdist
- Best for
- PartyBackgroundComfort watch
Where to stream Rat Race
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Rat Race for you?
Is Rat Race scary?
No. Rat Race is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Rat Race gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Rat Race sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Rat Race OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Rat Race?
Rat Race runs 1h 52m.
Where can I stream Rat Race?
Rat Race is streaming on Paramount+, Kanopy, Hoopla and YouTube (free).
Does Rat Race have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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