Review of National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) by Robyn M — 10 Oct 2012

2nd favourite Lampoon's Vacation. Guest star John Candy and who can forget about the dead Grandma in the back seats- Yikes!

This review of National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) was written by Robyn M on 10 Oct 2012.

National Lampoon's Vacation has generally received positive reviews.

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