What Does Uncle Lewis Say at the End of Christmas Vacation?

By Alice Nichols

If you’ve seen the holiday classic “Christmas Vacation,” you may have found yourself asking the question, “What does Uncle Lewis say at the end of Christmas Vacation?” It’s a question that’s been asked by many fans of the movie since its release in 1989. In this article, we’ll explore this question and provide some insight into what Uncle Lewis says.

Firstly, let’s set the scene. The final scene of “Christmas Vacation” shows Clark Griswold (played by Chevy Chase) and his family gathered around the Christmas tree.

Uncle Lewis (played by William Hickey) is sitting in his chair, smoking a cigar when he notices that the tree is on fire. He screams out something unintelligible before his wife pulls him out of the room.

So what did Uncle Lewis say? Some viewers have speculated that he said, “I told you we should have gone to Hawaii.”

Others believe he said, “My cigars!” Neither interpretation is entirely accurate.

In fact, according to Randy Quaid (who played Cousin Eddie in the movie), Uncle Lewis was supposed to say, “You want to get something really funny? Get me my stogie!”

However, due to William Hickey’s failing health at the time of filming, his dialogue was difficult to understand. As a result, director Jeremiah S. Chechik decided to leave it up to interpretation.

Despite not having an exact answer, there are plenty of theories as to what Uncle Lewis said. Some believe he simply screamed out gibberish due to being startled by the fire. Others think that he might have said something related to his earlier comment about getting a cat as a present.

Regardless of what Uncle Lewis actually said at the end of “Christmas Vacation,” it has become an iconic moment in the film’s history. The scene is often replayed during holiday marathons and has become a source of laughter for generations of viewers.

In conclusion, while we may never know exactly what Uncle Lewis said at the end of “Christmas Vacation,” the speculation surrounding it has only added to the film’s charm. Whether he was lamenting his lost cigars or simply screaming in shock, one thing is for sure – Uncle Lewis’s final scene is a classic moment in a beloved holiday movie.