Romantic Adventures with Treasure Maps

Description: Although more of an adventure film, it includes elements of romance and the human desire for wealth, with a treasure map driving the narrative.

Fact: The film won three Academy Awards, including Best Director for John Huston.

Description: An adventurer in Peru searches for a legendary treasure, with a romantic subplot involving a local woman who becomes his guide and love interest.

Fact: The film is notable for its influence on the Indiana Jones series, particularly in terms of character and plot elements.

Description: A romance novelist finds herself in a real-life adventure when she travels to Colombia to rescue her sister, only to meet a rugged adventurer who helps her find a treasure map.

Fact: The film's success led to a sequel, "The Jewel of the Nile," continuing the adventures of the main characters.

Description: While primarily an action-adventure, the film includes a romantic subplot where the protagonist's relationship develops amidst his quest to hunt down man-eating lions, with a treasure map as a side plot.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters, though the treasure map element is fictional.

Description: An adventure film with a strong romantic thread, where the protagonists follow clues to an ancient treasure, leading to love and danger.

Fact: The film revitalized the mummy genre, leading to a successful franchise.

Description: Two con artists accidentally stow away on a ship to the New World, where they find a map to the legendary city of gold, El Dorado, leading to unexpected romance and adventure.

Fact: This animated film features the voice talents of Kevin Kline and Kenneth Branagh, bringing humor and charm to the treasure-seeking duo.

Description: While not primarily a romance, this film includes a subplot of romantic tension between the treasure hunter and his love interest, set against the backdrop of a historical treasure hunt.

Fact: The film was inspired by real historical events and documents, including the Declaration of Independence.

Description: A divorced couple teams up to find a legendary 18th-century Spanish treasure. Their quest rekindles their love amidst the dangers and excitement of treasure hunting.

Fact: The film features real-life treasure hunter Mel Fisher, who found the Atocha shipwreck, providing a touch of realism to the treasure hunting theme.

Description: This film follows a romance novelist and her cover model as they embark on a real-life treasure hunt after her latest book's plot becomes a reality. Their journey is filled with romantic tension and the excitement of uncovering ancient secrets.

Fact: The film was shot in various exotic locations, including the jungles of Guatemala, to give authenticity to the treasure hunt scenes.

Description: In this tale, Robin Hood's daughter teams up with a young man to find the treasure of King Richard, leading to a blossoming romance amidst their quest.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be a pilot for a potential TV series.