A classic, “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” is the perfect holiday movie. The film is based on the short story by John Hughes, and it follows the Griswold family as they prepare for a big family Christmas. They are joined by the senile Aunt Bethany and the cantankerous Uncle Lewis. And the kids are there, too. It’s a holiday classic, and now you can watch it on demand. You can stream it on Netflix, HBO, and Amazon. Streaming services will let you see “Christmas Vacation” with ease.
The movie features a number of celebrities, including Dana Barron, Juliette Lewis, and Mae Questel, as well as Brian Doyle-Murray, Jason Lively, and Anthony Michael Hall. For the record, though, the star of the show is Chevy Chase. The movie, directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik, was released in 1990 on VHS and Laserdisc, and later as a Special Edition DVD. In 2003, the film was re-released on Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD.
There are a lot of people who aren’t fans of the National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, but there is no question that this classic is still among the best movies to watch during the holidays. Considering that the family has two children, it’s not surprising that the film can get a little rambunctious. But Clark, a family man and father of two, is still able to have a good time. Despite the fact that his wife Ellen and cousin Eddie have been hicking it up, Clark is nonetheless determined to have the perfect holiday. To that end, he buys a Christmas tree and lights up the house with 25,000 twinkle lights. He also drives around town looking for the one big thing that will make his house stand out on the block.
However, if you’re a fan of the film, you can enjoy it on several streaming platforms, including Netflix, Amazon, and HBO Max. You can also buy the movie on Blu-ray or steelbook Blu-ray. If you’re planning to watch it, consider upgrading to a subscription to HBO Max for the best possible viewing experience. These subscriptions start at $9.99 per month.
The movie is also a tad cheesy, and its sex-centric themes aren’t always the best fit for the whole family. This is especially true of the aforementioned scene involving hick Eddie and his kids. The movie does get better as it goes along. While the sex-centric parts of the film are largely in the past, there are plenty of other entertaining moments. One of the most notable is the fact that Clark has an on-screen brush with the law. That being said, it’s easy to see why this movie was a runaway hit.
On top of all the laughs, the most important thing about this cult-classic is the way it made Chevy Chase a household name. Despite the tad over-the-top nature of the plot, “National Lampoon’s Christmas vacation” is one of the most beloved films of the last two decades.