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National Lampoon's Vacation 1983

“Every summer Chevy Chase takes his family on a little trip. This year he went too far.”

★ 7.1/10 · 1,760 votes R ComedyAdventure Released
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What is National Lampoon's Vacation?

National Lampoon's Vacation is a 1983 film that follows the story of Clark Griswold and his family. The plot centers on Clark Griswold as he embarks on a quest to take his family to the Walley World theme park for a vacation.

Type
Film
Year
1983
Status
Released
Runtime
99 minutes
Release date
Jul 29, 1983
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Warner Bros. Pictures
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$61,418,063
Genres
Comedy, Adventure
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National Lampoon's Vacation is a 1983 film that follows the story of Clark Griswold and his family. The plot centers on Clark Griswold as he embarks on a quest to take his family to the Walley World theme park for a vacation. Throughout the journey, the family experiences a series of unexpected events as their travel plans do not go exactly as intended. The narrative focuses on the complications and challenges the Griswold family encounters while attempting to reach their destination. By documenting the progression of their trip, the film explores the various obstacles that arise during their quest. The story remains focused on the family dynamic and the logistical difficulties inherent in their planned excursion to the theme park. As the situation unfolds, the characters must navigate the reality of their journey, which deviates significantly from the original expectations set by Clark Griswold at the start of their travels. The film serves as a chronicle of their persistent efforts to complete the trip despite the ongoing setbacks they face along the way.

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Should you watch it?

“Clark Griswold takes his family on a cross-country drive that goes unexpectedly wrong.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a cross-country family road trip
  • directed by harold ramis
Keep in mind
  • the trip proves to be arduous

Watch it if you enjoy classic comedy road trip films.

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Frequently asked questions

When was the film released?

The film was released in the United States on July 29, 1983.

Who directed the film?

The film was directed by Harold Ramis.

What is the genre of the film?

The film is a comedy and adventure road film.

Where are the Griswolds trying to go?

The Griswolds are on a quest to get to the Walley World theme park.

Who stars in the film?

The film stars Chevy Chase.