Treasure Hunt Romances: 10 Films to Watch

Description: Although more of a drama, this film explores the psychological effects of gold fever, with a subtle romantic subplot involving a young drifter and a local woman.

Fact: Humphrey Bogart won his only Oscar for this film, and the line "We don't need no stinkin' badges" became iconic, though it was slightly misquoted from the film.

Description: This classic adventure-romance follows a romance novelist who gets entangled in a real-life treasure hunt in Colombia, where she meets a rugged adventurer. Their journey is filled with danger, humor, and, of course, romance.

Fact: The film was a major box office success, leading to a sequel, "The Jewel of the Nile." The chemistry between Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas was so palpable that it reportedly led to a real-life romance.

Description: While not a traditional treasure hunt, this film involves the hunt for man-eating lions in Africa, with a romantic subplot between the engineer and his wife.

Fact: The film is based on a true story, and the lions' skins are on display at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago.

Description: While primarily an action-adventure, this film also weaves a romantic subplot between an adventurer and a librarian, set against the backdrop of an ancient Egyptian curse and a quest for treasure.

Fact: The film was inspired by the 1932 film of the same name but took a more action-oriented and comedic approach. Brendan Fraser performed many of his own stunts.

Description: A treasure hunter and a WHO doctor team up to find a lost Confederate ship in Africa, leading to a romantic connection amidst their perilous journey.

Fact: The film was based on the first novel in Clive Cussler's Dirk Pitt series. Cussler was not happy with the adaptation and sued the producers, though the lawsuit was settled out of court.

Description: A modern-day treasure hunt that spans from the Declaration of Independence to ancient Templar treasure, this film includes a romantic subplot between the treasure hunter and his skeptical love interest.

Fact: The film was so popular that it spawned a sequel, "National Treasure: Book of Secrets," and there have been talks of a third installment.

Description: A divorced couple teams up to find a legendary 18th-century treasure, leading to a series of adventures and rekindling their romance amidst the quest.

Fact: The film was shot in Queensland, Australia, to replicate the Caribbean setting. Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson had great chemistry, which was a highlight of the film.

Description: While primarily an animated adventure, this film includes a romantic subplot between Tintin's friend Captain Haddock and a character named Bianca Castafiore.

Fact: Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film was a passion project for him, and it was the first in a planned trilogy, though sequels have yet to be produced.

Description: An adventurer and a professor's daughter search for the legendary mines of King Solomon, encountering romance along the way.

Fact: This film was a remake of the 1950 film of the same name, and it was intended to kick-start a franchise, though it did not succeed in doing so.

Description: A sequel to "Romancing the Stone," this film continues the adventures of Joan Wilder and Jack T. Colton as they search for El Dorado, deepening their romantic bond.

Fact: This film was less successful than its predecessor but still enjoyed by fans of the original for its adventurous spirit and the continued chemistry between the leads.