National Lampoon's Vacation (1983)
Kernel Score: 79% · 1,696 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Adventure
Released: 1983-07-29
Runtime: 99 minutes
Where to watch National Lampoon's Vacation
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Clark Griswold is on a quest to take his family to the Walley World theme park for a vacation, but things don't go exactly as planned.
National Lampoon's Vacation parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that National Lampoon's Vacation is an R-rated comedy about a chaotic family road trip full of crude humor.
- Language: Moderate — Contains crude comedic dialogue typical of its R rating.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Adult drinking is referenced in this comedy about a family road trip.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold
- Beverly D'Angelo as Ellen Griswold
- Anthony Michael Hall as Rusty Griswold
- Imogene Coca as Aunt Edna
- Randy Quaid as Cousin Eddie
- Dana Barron as Audrey Griswold
- Eddie Bracken as Roy Walley
- Brian Doyle-Murray as Kamp Komfort Clerk
- Miriam Flynn as Cousin Catherine
- James Keach as Motorcycle Cop
National Lampoon's Vacation FAQ
Is National Lampoon's Vacation good?
National Lampoon's Vacation has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,696 audience ratings.
Where can I watch National Lampoon's Vacation?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is National Lampoon's Vacation OK for kids?
National Lampoon's Vacation is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that National Lampoon's Vacation is an R-rated comedy about a chaotic family road trip full of crude humor.
What movies are like National Lampoon's Vacation?
If you liked National Lampoon's Vacation, try The Family Plan, I Hate Summer, Jurassic Park and F9.