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1989•97 min•Comedy

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

Is National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation a Hit or Flop?

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Is National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation worth watching? With a rating of 7.236/10, this Comedy film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Synopsis

It'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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Top Cast

Chevy Chase
Chevy ChaseClark Griswold
Beverly D'Angelo
Beverly D'AngeloEllen Griswold
Juliette Lewis
Juliette LewisAudrey Griswold
Johnny Galecki
Johnny GaleckiRusty Griswold
John Randolph
John RandolphClark Griswold Sr.
Diane Ladd
Diane LaddNora
E.G. Marshall
E.G. MarshallArt
Doris Roberts
Doris RobertsFrancis
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Julia Louis-DreyfusMargo Chester
Randy Quaid
Randy QuaidCousin Eddie

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Is National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation worth watching?

Yes, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 7.236/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Comedy movies.

Is National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation hit or flop?

Based on audience ratings (7.236/10), National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is considered a hit among viewers.

What genre is National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation?

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is a Comedy movie that It's Christmastime, and the Griswolds are preparing for a family seasonal celebration. But things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen, and th...

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Critic Reviews

r96skFeb 5, 2025
★ 7

'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation', unlike predecessor 'National Lampoon’s European Vacation', is more akin to the original. A good watch it is, if still off from the first flick. The festive vibes are there, it's perhaps a bit too mean-spirited at times but overall works. The cast are the cast, I don't think anyone stands out as being a great performer but they are all satisfactory. Chevy Chase is the obvious lead, don't get me wrong, but I wouldn't rank his performance as anything overly higher than his co-stars. Interesting to see Julia Louis-Dreyfus appear, by the way. All in all, there's enough there to entertain. The ending is suitably watchable, which is something I did feel was missing from the previous film.