The phrase "climactic chase" refers to an exciting and intense pursuit or race that happens at the most suspenseful and thrilling part of a story or movie. Full definition
(1972) we can see a gifted dramatic director struggle with visual gags, in the film's renowned climactic chase sequence. (sensesofcinema.com)
The mob adversaries cause the father and daughter to team up in self - defense, leading to a climactic chase through the mountains. (rottentomatoes.com)
The climactic chase is as good as anything he's done. (lwlies.com)