The Griswolds win a vacation to Europe on a game show, and so pack their bags for the continent. They do their best to catch the flavor of Europe, but they just don't know how to be be good tourists. Besides, they have trouble taking holidays in countries where they CAN speak the language.

Editor's Verdict

❌NO

"This film is a travel comedy focused entirely on the Griswold family's trip to Europe. There are no discernible connections to the Christmas season in setting, plot, themes, or iconography."

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Cast & Crew

Chevy Chase

Clark Griswold

Beverly D'Angelo

Ellen Griswold

Dana Hill

Audrey Griswold

Jason Lively

Rusty Griswold

Victor Lanoux

Thief

Eric Idle

The Bike Rider

John Astin

Kent

Paul Bartel

Mr. Froeger

Maureen Lipman

Lady in the Bed

Willy Millowitsch

Fritz Spritz

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