[the kids are playing Pacman while Clark is designing a map on the computer]. This veteran comedy actor played opposite his Christmas Vacation employee Chevy Chase not only on the stages of Saturday Night Live, but in other National Lampoon productions Caddyshack. Chevy Chaseplayed the character 'Clark Griswold'. : : The only thing I can do is have you stay here until the check clears. She's deaf. Clark Clark Griswald The humor magazine that ran from 1970 to 1998 got into the movie business in 1978 when it put its name . : : Well, we could leave her here and the first phone we pass, we could call your Cousin Normie and he could come and get her, I guess. Clark Griswald I don't give a frog's fat ass who went through what. Ed, the car salesman [to the Dodge City bartender] You see kids [the motorcycle cop appears at the car window with the dog leash]. Will you just trust me? [to Clark] Oh my God Ellen Griswold Chevy Chase, 79, is widely recognized for his portrayal of Clark Griswold in five National Lampoon's Vacation films. Tough little mutt Ellen Griswold It's not as if it's going to rain or something. . . You couldn't even break the skin with that thing. Clark Griswald All they have to do is look for the buzzards. : The original ending of National Lampoon's Vacation has never been released to the public, but Chevy Chase claims he still has a VHS with the original cut of the movie at home. : Get out of the car! : 'Christmas Vacation' Cast Then & Now: See Chevy Chase & More: Photos See production, box office & company info, (screenplay) (short story "Vacation '58"). : Clark Griswald : : Clark Griswald Now I want my blue sports wagon and if you can't get it I'm gonna take my business elsewhere! Rusty Griswold I tied him to the rear bumper while I was packing the car. Christmas 2017 . Ooooh. : Rusty Griswold Clark Griswald Lasky, Guard at Walleyworld Clark, I don't think that was funny. : : There wasn't much funny about 2020, well we did find a few things and we meme'd them. I can't accept this credit card. Roy Walley Clark Griswald No, I mean your bun. Ellen Griswold anger (2) Chevy Chase quotes. After working steadily through the '90s and 2000s, she almost got to reunite with Chevy Chase once again. : Audrey Griswold Oh, hell yes. : : : We're all gonna have so much fuckin' fun we'll need plastic surgery to remove our goddamn smiles! National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation - Rotten Tomatoes 37 dollars for three tents? Fucking-A right he owes us! The moron knows we're coming and he isn't home. This type of subtle joke is a hallmark of Chevy Chase, and was done intentionally as a joke. Honey, relax. Clark Griswald : I'm glad you liked it. I'm sorry, sir. Could you please tell how to get back on the expressway? Mechanic 1 Do you know what the penalty for animal cruelty is in this state? : This is so dangerous, Clark. Clark Griswald : The Griswold family's plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster. : How To Make A Timeless, Original, Hysterical, Satirical Comedy. [gunshots are heard and a woman is heard screaming]. The film follows the Griswold family as they set out on a cross-country drive headed for a vacation at the fictional theme park Wally World. Aunt Edna! In. You're the gourmet around here, Eddie. The 1989 movie came out three decades ago on December 1, and it's just as beloved now as it was then -- if not more. Clark, watch your language! I'm just as upset as you are, believe me. : : : He's been making audiences laugh for years in the National Lampoon's Vacation film series, but Chevy Chase doesn't joke around when it comes to being the dad of his four kids. [Clark has just been pulled over by a Colorado motorcycle cop]. Paying homage to a famous scene from National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Chevy Chase will reprise his role as Clark Griswold to plug in the holiday lights display at the Raising. 42 Festive Facts About 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' Where's my old car? And you know, in 18 years, we never had fun. Let me handle this. While this is ironic given his edgier . Holy shit! Ellen Griswold : Rusty Griswold How old was Chevy Chase in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation? Harold Ramis Producer: Matty Simmons Writer: John Hughes Release Date (Theaters): Jul 29, 1983 wide Release Date (Streaming): Aug 19, 2003 Runtime: 1h 38m Distributor: Warner Bros. Sound Mix: Mono. I'll get to the bottom of this. Hi officer, what's the problem? Clark, Dinkums needs a long walk and a bath. All the cast members had terrible experiences when it came to filming the scenes inside Walley World, where they rode all of the roller coasters and other rides. Dad wasn't speeding. Ed, I'm not your average everyday fool. The 32-year-old is fast becoming a social media star as she is currently very active on Instagram, with nearly 6000 followers. On her page, . Clark Griswald We say lines from the . Supper's gettin' cold! Holy shit! Best National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Memes Clark Griswald Mechanic 2 What? Ellen Griswold : Clark Griswald We're not really violent people. When originally released in theaters, the song "I'm So Excited" by The Pointer Sisters was present, but quickly withdrawn, having June Pointer's "Little Boy Sweet" replace it; hence why it does not appear on the soundtrack. Now, I owe it to myself to tell you that if you're taking the whole tribe cross-country, the Wagon Queen Family Truckster You think you hate it now, wait 'til you drive it. You want me to strap her to the hood? National Lampoon's Vacation - Wikipedia National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation | WATCH ON BINGE I don't know why they call this stuff hamburger helper. How about if I ask him to play 20 Questions? 7. Roy can I call you Roy? 'National Lampoon' star Beverly D'Angelo on how she 'inherited the role : 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' Cast: Where are They Now? Don't you trust me? The next time you have one of your outbursts, I'd really appreciate it if you think about the consideration of our kids. Clark Griswald Yes, Mr. Ed? Rusty is a sweet teenager, who completely idolises his dad. : : Yeah, well, I'm from out of town. Ed, uh this is not the car I ordered. It's been 30 years since Clark Griswold lit up the world with his insane Christmas lights display in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Learn more about the full cast of National Lampoon's Vacation with news, photos, videos and more at TV Guide Well, I didn't want to ask you, Clark, you know, but could you maybe spare a little extra cash? The bank's been after me like flies on a rib roast. The Connecticut casino will have "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" star Chevy Chase host a screening of the 1989 film, followed by a question-and-answer session for those in attendance . When it was originally released back in 1983, no one knew how much of an impact National Lampoon's Vacation was going to have on the comedic landscape for decades to come. Clark Griswald We're all gonna have so much fuckin' fun we'll need plastic surgery to remove our goddamn smiles! Hot! OK? Christie Brinkley Poses with Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo Motel Desk Clerk You gave $500 to Eddie, and everything on this safari has cost twice as much as you figured out. Make that the second biggest. Honey, I'm not an ordained minister; I'm doing my best, OK? "National Lampoon: Christmas Vacation" stars Beverly D'Angelo and Chevy Chase played Ellen and Clark Griswold in the 1989 holiday film as well as in other installments of the franchise. | Facts about Chevy Chase Chevy Chasewas born on 1943-10-08. : : : [confused] Now I can get you the wagon, there's not problem there. However, ABC never made the series. Well anyway, Mr. Walley, I went on all the rides, I didn't even get sick this time! Griswold Old Navy Commercial: Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo & Juliette : We can all be grateful for this man for stopping us. Real tomato ketchup, Eddie? Yeah, I bet you could use a cool one, eh? [Clark knocks on the front door of Normie's house and rings the doorbell, but no anwser]. This is a part of America we never get to see. It's possible that that cut scene inspired the ill-advised 2003 sequel, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie's Island Adventure. : : Clark Griswald Now you're talking! National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) - Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold - IMDb Long ago would be 30 years as of tomorrow, because National Lampoon's Vacation opened theatrically on July 29, 1983. I'm gonna have fun, and you're gonna have fun. Director Stephen Kessler Writers Elisa Bell (story) Bob Ducsay (story) Stars Chevy Chase Beverly D'Angelo Randy Quaid See production, box office & company info Watch on AMC+ with Prime Video Channels