National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985)
For over two thousand years, Europe has survived many great disasters. Now for the real test. Chevy Chase & his family are coming from America!
The 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.
Cast
- Chevy Chase - Clark W. Griswald
- Beverly D'Angelo - Ellen Griswald
- Dana Hill - Audrey Griswald
- Jason Lively - Rusty Griswald
- Victor Lanoux - The Thief
- Eric Idle - The Bike Rider
- John Astin - "Pig in a Poke" Host - Kent
- Paul Bartel - Mr. Froeger
- Maureen Lipman - Lady in the Bed
- Willy Millowitsch - Fritz Spritz
Screenplay
- John Hughes (Screenplay)
- Robert Klane (Screenplay)
- John Hughes (Story)
Themes
Family Vacation and Hilarious Chaos, Road Trip Misadventures and Fun, Situational Comedy and Misunderstandings, Situational Mishaps and Chaotic Fun, Eccentric Neighbor and Hilarious Chaos
Keywords
london, england, chaos, game show, vacation, travel, family vacation, eiffel tower, paris, marriage problems, interrupted vacation, woman director, satirical, absurd
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is National Lampoon's European Vacation about?
- The 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.
- Who directed National Lampoon's European Vacation?
- National Lampoon's European Vacation was directed by Amy Heckerling.
- Who stars in National Lampoon's European Vacation?
- National Lampoon's European Vacation stars Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Dana Hill, Jason Lively, Victor Lanoux, Eric Idle.
- How long is National Lampoon's European Vacation?
- National Lampoon's European Vacation has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
- What genre is National Lampoon's European Vacation?
- National Lampoon's European Vacation is a Adventure, Comedy, Romance film.
- What is the budget of National Lampoon's European Vacation?
- National Lampoon's European Vacation had a budget of $17M.
- How much did National Lampoon's European Vacation gross?
- National Lampoon's European Vacation grossed $49M worldwide.
- Where was National Lampoon's European Vacation produced?
- National Lampoon's European Vacation was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of National Lampoon's European Vacation?
- The themes of National Lampoon's European Vacation include: Family Vacation and Hilarious Chaos, Road Trip Misadventures and Fun, Situational Comedy and Misunderstandings, Situational Mishaps and Chaotic Fun, Eccentric Neighbor and Hilarious Chaos.