Christmas Vacation
Directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik7.572%86%
It's Christmas time and the Griswolds are preparing a big family celebration, but things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen and their two kids. Clark's perennial bad luck is aggravated by his obnoxious family guests, but he manages to keep going knowing that his Christmas bonus is due soon.
Cast of Christmas Vacation
Christmas Vacation Ratings & Reviews
- Manuel FrangisMarch 22, 2025I just watched Christmas Vacation again and I give it 5 out of 5 stars. This movie is a total classic and still one of the funniest holiday comedies ever made. It has everything you could want in a Christmas movie. Wild family chaos, great characters, hilarious moments, and a ton of heart underneath all the insanity. The story follows Clark Griswold trying to give his family the perfect Christmas. Of course, this being a Vacation movie, nothing goes according to plan. What starts as a wholesome holiday idea turns into complete madness with surprise guests, broken decorations, non stop bad luck, and one disaster after another. It is the perfect mix of relatable holiday stress and totally exaggerated comedy. Chevy Chase is amazing as always. Clark Griswold is one of his best roles and he nails every part of this character. Whether he is decorating the house, dealing with annoying relatives, or trying to stay positive through all the chaos, he brings so much energy and perfect timing to every scene. The way he holds it all together while slowly losing his mind is what makes it so funny. Beverly D’Angelo is great as Ellen. She is the calm in the storm, but she still gets in plenty of funny moments. The whole extended family adds even more to the chaos, and every character brings something to the table. Whether it is the grandparents arguing, the surprise guests showing up at the worst time, or Cousin Eddie doing literally anything, you are guaranteed to laugh. Cousin Eddie is one of the funniest characters in movie history. Every scene he is in is gold. He is completely clueless but somehow always makes things worse in the best possible way. Randy Quaid plays him perfectly and he steals every scene he shows up in. The humor is exactly what it should be. It is a mix of slapstick, awkward moments, and holiday disasters. There is never a dull moment. Whether Clark is getting electrocuted by Christmas lights, losing his patience, or delivering one of the most legendary rants in comedy history, the movie just keeps throwing hilarious moment after hilarious moment at you. The pacing is perfect. There is never a slow spot and the jokes just keep coming. It moves from one wild situation to the next and somehow it all comes together in a way that feels just right. Even though things go completely off the rails, it still feels like a real family trying to get through the holidays together. The reason I give it 5 out of 5 stars is because it just gets everything right. It is hilarious, rewatchable, and somehow still manages to sneak in a little bit of real holiday spirit. Underneath all the chaos and comedy, there is a real message about family and what the holidays are really about. The soundtrack is also great. The music fits perfectly with the vibe of the movie and helps make the big moments even better. It adds a festive energy that makes the whole thing feel like a proper Christmas classic. Overall Christmas Vacation is one of the best Christmas comedies ever made. It is loud, funny, chaotic, and completely unforgettable. Clark Griswold’s breakdowns, Cousin Eddie’s disasters, and the nonstop Christmas madness make this a must watch every single year. I absolutely love it and I will be watching it every holiday season without fail.
- Matthew JamesDecember 27, 2024A must watch every year.
- Clay_FlixDecember 20, 2024Wish they made more movies like this all-time classic
- DaveNovember 16, 2024Classic christmas movie
