Review of National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985) by Steve J — 22 Nov 2008

Kind of a disappointing sequel, but it had its funny moments!

This review of National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985) was written by Steve J on 22 Nov 2008.

National Lampoon's European Vacation has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Stefan G (492) on 13 Apr 2014

It's definitely funnier than Animal House, and it's worth more than a few laughs, but it isn't really remarkable in any way, and it can't escape…

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By Ethan B (398) on 03 Jul 2015

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By Alex G (1,313) on 29 Aug 2016

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Look, I like John Hughes regardless of whether he's directing or just the writer but European Vacation just isn't as good as the other two…

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Grade:Low 6/10 National Lampoons European Vacation is a film that although never lives up it's very good starting film, still manages a few…

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By Jen L (375) on 06 Nov 2016

- I wanted something light and this did the trick. Chevy Chase is great in the role as is Beverly D'Angelo…

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By Jeremiah M (118) on 23 Aug 2013

I own this on DVD in a three movie pack along with: * National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) * National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) * Vegas…

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European Vacation does not live up to the other Vacation films (exluding Vegas) and feels messy and without heart…

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