Vegas Vacation (1997) movie poster

Vegas Vacation (1997)

"This time the Griswolds are on a roll."
ThumbScore
👍 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 18% (RT: 15%, MC: 20) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Comedy

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Director
Stephen Kessler
Runtime
1h 33m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (704 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
15%
Metacritic
20
Cast
Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold
Beverly D'Angelo as Ellen Griswold
Randy Quaid as Cousin Eddie
Ethan Embry as Rusty Griswold
Marisol Nichols as Audrey Griswold
Miriam Flynn as Cousin Catherine
Shae D'Lyn as Cousin Vicki
Wayne Newton as Wayne Newton
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 704 votes. Critics scored it lower at 18%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The Griswold family hits the road again for a typically ill-fated vacation, this time to the glitzy mecca of slots and showgirls—Las Vegas. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1997 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Vegas Vacation is a 1997 comedy film directed by Stephen Kessler. The Griswold family hits the road again for a typically ill-fated vacation, this time to the glitzy mecca of slots and showgirls—Las Vegas. The film has been rated by 704 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Vegas Vacation delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Vegas Vacation (1997) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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