National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

1989 · 1h37 · Film

Directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik

Starring Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Juliette Lewis, Johnny Galecki, John Randolph, Diane Ladd, E.G. Marshall, Doris Roberts, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Randy Quaid

Ideal when you feel… Happy Romantic Angry

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.

Updated July 22, 2026

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