National Lampoon's European Vacation 1985
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SplatThe Griswolds win a vacation to Europe on a game show, and so pack their bags for the continent. They do their best to catch the flavor of Europe, but they just don't know how to be be good tourists. Besides, they have trouble taking holidays in countries where they CAN speak the language.
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All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Clark Griswold
as Ellen Griswold
as Audrey Griswold
as Rusty Griswold
as Thief
as The Bike Rider
as Kent
as Mr. Froeger
as Lady in the Bed
as Fritz Spritz
Director:
Writer:
John Hughes, Robert Klane
Stars:
Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Dana Hill, Jason Lively, Victor Lanoux, Eric Idle, John Astin, Paul Bartel, Maureen Lipman, Willy Millowitsch,
Genres:
Adventure,Comedy
Release Date:
1985 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
95 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
National Lampoon's European Vacation
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Clark Griswold
as Ellen Griswold
as Audrey Griswold
as Rusty Griswold
as Thief
as The Bike Rider
as Kent
as Mr. Froeger
as Lady in the Bed
as Fritz Spritz
as Hotel Manager
as Rusty's California Girl
as Game Show Hostess #1
as Mrs. Froeger
as The Froegers' Son
as The Froegers' Daughter
as Game Show Hostess #2
as Jack
as Stewardess
as Announcer at Court
as Princess Di
as Prince Charles
as Queen Elizabeth
as Taxi Driver
as Hotel Manager's Mother
as Man in the Bathroom
as English Motorist #1
as English Motorist #2
as Mrs. Garland
as Mr. Garland
as Hotel Desk Clerk
as Hotel's Assistant Manager
as Cafe Waiter
as Dowager on the Eiffel Tower
as Blond Girl at Eiffel Tower
as Brunet Girl at Eiffel Tower
as Rusty's French Girl
as Video Camera Thief
as Helga Spritz
as Rusty's German Girl
as The Other Thief
as Unfortunate Express Agent
as Stewardess
as "Pig in a Poke" Announcer (uncredited)
as "Pig in a Poke" Audience Member (uncredited)
as Guest in Ellen's Dream (uncredited)
as Guest in Ellen's Dream (uncredited)
as Policeman (uncredited)
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