Vacation

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Vacation

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2015

1h 39m

Comedy

Adventure

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27%

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Remembering fond, childhood memories of his trip to Walley World, Rusty Griswold surprises his wife and two sons with a cross-country excursion to America's favorite fun park. Following in his father's footsteps, Rusty and the gang pack up the car and hit the road for some much-needed family bonding. Soon, the promise of fun turns into one misadventure after another for the next generation of Griswolds and anyone who encounters them.

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Critics Consensus

Borrowing a basic storyline from the film that inspired it but forgetting the charm, wit, and heart, Vacation is yet another nostalgia-driven retread that misses the mark.

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Jason Bailey

Flavorwire

May 27, 2016

Wacky hijinks ensue, some of them very funny, some dipping desperately into bad taste, some just falling flat. (Which, it's worth remembering, was the case with even the best films of this franchise.)

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Mark Kermode

Observer (UK)

Aug 23, 2015

1/5

It's hard to imagine even Hangover fans being satisfied by such middling vulgarity.

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Geoffrey Macnab

Independent (UK)

Aug 21, 2015

2/5

At its best, the film is very funny. At its worst, it makes you groan in dismay.

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Diego Batlle

Otroscines.com

Jun 29, 2026

2.5/5

[Vacation] offers some daringly extreme situations, but the 4,100-kilometer journey...is filled with formulaic scenes executed with the most basic approach. [Full review in Spanish]

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Jan 1, 2026

2.5/4

Sweep the warm and fuzzy nostalgia aside, and the '83 model and this new one are comparable, mixing R-rated laughs with a semi-sincere message about the bonds that hold a family together.

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James Croot

The Post NZ

Sep 22, 2022

1.5/5

A kind of a cross between We're the Millers and Identity Theft without any real driving purpose, Vacation is an odious mix of tasteless humour and "teachable moments".

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Sheree B

@SBrea Sep 25, 2026

The absolutely frequent gags regarding paedophilia ruin this movie completely. It's constant and horrible. What could've been a very funny film, became a cringe machine, not even trying to hide Hollyweird's obsession with children.

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William M

@RT68793656 Sep 22, 2026

A genuinely funny film. While it doesn’t capture the same essence as some of the original Chevy Chase films, it still finds its own footing as its own thing. Rusty’s journey has lots of mishaps and chaotic moments, and it’s a bit more vulgar than prior films. Many cameos, and some absolutely hilarious laugh out loud moments. Recommend this one if you are looking for comedy similar to Its Always Sunny or The Office.

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Lon S

@RT32557892 Aug 23, 2026

Loved the original. Thought this one was fresh and very funny. Lots of edgy humor.

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Blake N

@RT45056679 Aug 4, 2026

This is absolutely one of the best movies I have ever seen. Totally underrated. It has that same dark/cynical humour that always seems to make me and the family laugh. The casting is amazing and the cow scene had me in shock (no spoilers, don’t worry) Loved it, five stars.

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Shawn S

@Skoolboy740 Jul 7, 2026

How the hell are there bad reviews? This is one of the funniest movies I have ever seen. I love the original and the sequels as well, but my god this had my literally crying. My wife was trying to sleep and was so upset because I could not stop laughing. People are nuts if they didn’t like this.

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Young S

@YoungStevie Jul 6, 2026

Don’t listen to the critics this is a great remake and it’s hilarious. Yes of course it’s ridiculous and absurd but that’s the entire point. If you want something silly to put a smile on your face then watch.

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Synopsis

Remembering fond, childhood memories of his trip to Walley World, Rusty Griswold surprises his wife and two sons with a cross-country excursion to America's favorite fun park. Following in his father's footsteps, Rusty and the gang pack up the car and hit the road for some much-needed family bonding. Soon, the promise of fun turns into one misadventure after another for the next generation of Griswolds and anyone who encounters them.

Director: Jonathan M. Goldstein, John Francis Daley
Producer: David Dobkin, Chris Bender
Screenwriter: Jonathan M. Goldstein, John Francis Daley
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: New Line Cinema, Benderspink
Rating: R (Crude and Sexual Content|Brief Graphic Nudity|Language Throughout)
Genre: Comedy, Adventure
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 29, 2015, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 23, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $58.9M
Runtime: 1h 39m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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