National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 1989
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SplatIt's Christmastime, and the Griswolds are preparing for a family seasonal celebration. But things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen, and their two kids. Clark's continual bad luck is worsened by his obnoxious family guests, but he manages to keep going, knowing that his Christmas bonus is due soon.
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cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Clark Griswold
as Ellen Griswold
as Audrey Griswold
as Rusty Griswold
as Clark Griswold Sr.
as Nora
as Art
as Francis
as Margo Chester
as Cousin Eddie
Director:
Writer:
John Hughes
Stars:
Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Juliette Lewis, Johnny Galecki, John Randolph, Diane Ladd, E.G. Marshall, Doris Roberts, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Randy Quaid,
Genres:
Comedy
Release Date:
1989 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
97 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 Christmas Vacation
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Clark Griswold
as Ellen Griswold
as Audrey Griswold
as Rusty Griswold
as Clark Griswold Sr.
as Nora
as Art
as Francis
as Margo Chester
as Cousin Eddie
as Cousin Catherine
as Aunt Bethany
as Todd Chester
as Rocky
as Ruby Sue
as Uncle Lewis
as Bill
as Mary
as Delivery Boy
as Frank Shirley
as Helen Shirley
as Bozo #1
as Bozo #2
as SWAT Officer
as Cop
as Cop
as Young Executive
as Parade Announcer (voice)
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