Race with the Devil is a 1975 American horror-thriller film directed by Jack Starrett and starring Peter Fonda, Warren Oates, Loretta Swit, and Lara Parker. The film follows two couples, Roger and Kelly, along with Frank and Alice, who set out on an RV trip to Colorado to go skiing for the winter. However, the fun and games take a dark turn when the four friends accidentally stumble upon a Satanic cult performing a human sacrifice during a stopover in a small town in Texas.
After witnessing the murder, the friends quickly hit the road in their RV to escape the cult members who are chasing them. Their trip turns into a nightmare as they face high-speed chases, car crashes, and terror at every turn. The cult members follow them relentlessly as they try to make their way out of Texas and to safety.
As the friends try to outsmart the cult members and evade capture, tensions flare within their group, leading to lessons about loyalty, trust, and survival. The film reaches its climax as the RV careens through a construction site, leading to a dramatic confrontation with the cult members and an unexpected twist ending.
Race with the Devil is known for its high-speed car chases, action-packed scenes, and suspenseful moments. It is considered a cult classic in the horror genre and has become a fan favorite for its thrilling plot and memorable performances.