Was Bill Murray’s Brother in Christmas Vacation?

By Robert Palmer

Have you ever watched the holiday classic movie, Christmas Vacation? It’s one of those movies that people love to watch over and over again, especially during the holiday season.

One question that has been asked by fans of the movie is whether or not Bill Murray’s brother was in it. Let’s find out!

Who is Bill Murray’s Brother?

For those who may not know, Bill Murray has several siblings, one of whom is Brian Doyle-Murray. Brian is an actor and writer who has appeared in many movies and TV shows over the years.

Is Brian Doyle-Murray in Christmas Vacation?

Yes! Brian Doyle-Murray does indeed have a role in Christmas Vacation. He plays the character Frank Shirley, Clark Griswold’s boss.

The Role of Frank Shirley

Frank Shirley is a pivotal character in Christmas Vacation. He is Clark Griswold’s boss at a food preservatives company and he makes the decision to cancel employee bonuses right before Christmas. This decision sets off a chain of events that leads to Clark having a disastrous holiday season.

Brian Doyle-Murray’s Performance

Brian Doyle-Murray’s performance as Frank Shirley was spot on. He portrayed the character as cold, heartless, and completely oblivious to how his decisions were affecting his employees’ lives. His interactions with Chevy Chase (who played Clark Griswold) were some of the funniest scenes in the movie.

Other Roles

This wasn’t Brian Doyle-Murray’s only appearance in a movie with his brother Bill Murray. He has also appeared alongside him in movies such as Caddyshack, Groundhog Day, and Ghostbusters II.

Conclusion

So there you have it! Brian Doyle-Murray does indeed appear in Christmas Vacation as Frank Shirley.

If you haven’t watched the movie yet, be sure to look out for his performance. And if you have seen it before, maybe it’s time to watch it again with a fresh perspective on his character.