Review of Summer Rental (1985) by Joseph M — 09 Oct 2009

This movie is great for the family. If you just feel like chilling and watching an old vacation movie watch Summer Rental...Its a great comedy with laughs and the crazy John Candy.

This review of Summer Rental (1985) was written by Joseph M on 09 Oct 2009.

Summer Rental has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Randy-Beth B (1) on 08 Sep 2012

This movie makes me laugh out loud no matter how many times I watch it. John Candy died too soon! He was a great entertainer and is sorely missed…

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By Mysteryman C (11) on 17 Jun 2010

What a great movie! It's a pure classic. If John was still alive movies would be better. R.I.P. John Candy…

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By Megan V (65) on 12 Aug 2011

Alicia - you need to rent this one, if you don't own it already. You and Juan will laugh your butts off…

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By Chelsea S (143) on 01 Sep 2016

I loved the movie! It is funny and good for the whole family. Reminds me of some of my crazy summer vacations. ;)…

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By Kyle B (1,653) on 30 Dec 2010

I had not seen this John Candy movie previously. It was pretty decent…

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By Pat M (244) on 20 Mar 2015

I like John Candy, but oy. Predictable 80's fluff…

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By Zack B (668) on 08 Nov 2010

Disapointing movie that again wastes John Candy's talents…

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By Jarrin R (161) on 05 Aug 2017

This is a great family movie, John Candy is funny as always. This story is a bit predictable, but has a great family message…

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By Raúl S (30) on 28 Oct 2009

Not as funny as it could have been. It had it's moments, but overall it wasn't that great…

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By Michael C (2,821) on 31 Mar 2016

Nostalgia at its finest. Candy is a master…

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