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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)

Film · 1989 · 97 min · PG-13 · Comedy

Yule crack up!

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.

Directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik

Starring Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Juliette Lewis, Johnny Galecki, John Randolph, Diane Ladd, E.G. Marshall, Doris Roberts

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In cinemas1 December 1989
Digital releaseNot listed
Physical release1 November 2022
First release anywhere30 November 1989

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