Are you a fan of Christmas movies? If yes, then you might have heard of the classic Christmas comedy movie “Christmas Vacation”.
But did you know that there are actually two Christmas Vacation movies? Let’s dive in and explore this topic further.
What is Christmas Vacation?
Christmas Vacation is a classic American comedy film that was released in 1989. The movie chronicles the adventures of the Griswold family during their Christmas vacation. The film stars Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold, Beverly D’Angelo as Ellen Griswold, and Randy Quaid as Cousin Eddie.
The First Movie – National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
The first movie in this series is called “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”. This movie was directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik and written by John Hughes. It was released in 1989 and became an instant holiday classic.
In this movie, Clark Griswold wants to have a perfect family holiday, but things quickly go awry as his plans fall apart one by one. From a disastrous tree selection to an unexpected visit from Cousin Eddie, Clark’s vacation turns into a chaotic adventure.
The Cast of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
- Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold
- Beverly D’Angelo as Ellen Griswold
- Juliette Lewis as Audrey Griswold
- Johnny Galecki as Rusty Griswold
- Randy Quaid as Cousin Eddie
The Second Movie – Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie’s Island Adventure
The second movie in this series is called “Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie’s Island Adventure”. This movie was released in 2003 and directed by Nick Marck. Unlike the first movie, this one focuses on Cousin Eddie as the main character.
In this movie, Cousin Eddie is fired from his job just before Christmas. He decides to take his family on a vacation to a tropical island, but things don’t go as planned. The family ends up getting stranded on the island with no way to get back home.
The Cast of Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie’s Island Adventure
- Randy Quaid as Cousin Eddie
- Ed Asner as Uncle Nick
- Miriam Flynn as Catherine Johnson-Dorsey
- Dana Barron as Audrey Griswold-Johnson
Conclusion
Yes, there are two Christmas Vacation movies – National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation and Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie’s Island Adventure. While the first movie is considered a classic, the second movie didn’t receive much critical acclaim. Nonetheless, both of these movies are worth watching during the holiday season if you’re a fan of comedy movies.