National Lampoon's European Vacation
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.
Critics Sentiment
Clark drives family around Lambeth Bridge roundabout for hours
Ellen discovers her private images on porn billboard advertisement
The film drops significantly from the Bavarian dance brawl comedy high to the tasteless porn billboard subplot in Rome.
European Vacation starts strong with effective England-based comedy, particularly the roundabout sequence that critics consistently praised. The film gradually loses steam as it moves through Europe, with reviewers finding the humor increasingly scattered and reliant on tired stereotypes. By the Rome sequences, critics noted the film had devolved into crude, inappropriate comedy that abandoned the family-friendly charm of its predecessor.
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Chevy Chase
Clark Griswold
Beverly D'Angelo
Ellen Griswold
Dana Hill
Audrey Griswold
Jason Lively
Rusty Griswold
Victor Lanoux
Thief
Eric Idle
The Bike Rider
John Astin
Kent
Paul Bartel
Mr. Froeger
Maureen Lipman
Lady in the Bed
Willy Millowitsch
Fritz Spritz
Mel Smith
Hotel Manager
Moon Unit Zappa
Rusty's California Girl
Sheila Kennedy
Game Show Hostess #1
Cynthia Szigeti
Mrs. Froeger
Malcolm Danare
The Froegers' Son
Kevi Kendall
The Froegers' Daughter
Tricia Lange
Game Show Hostess #2
William Zabka
Jack
Wendy Goldman
Stewardess
Angus MacKay
Announcer at Court
Crew
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