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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is a 1989 American comedy directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik and written by John Hughes. The third film in the Vacation series follows Clark Griswold, played by Chevy Chase, as his attempt to host an ideal family Christmas is disrupted by difficult relatives, household disasters, and uncertainty over his expected holiday bonus; it is intended for viewers of broad family and holiday farce.
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What is the correct order of the National Lampoon's Vacation movies?
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is the third film in the series, following European Vacation. It was released in 1989 and was followed by Vegas Vacation in 1997.
Who wrote National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation?
The movie was written by famed filmmaker John Hughes and directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik. It is loosely based on Hughes' short story "Christmas '59," which was published in National Lampoon magazine.
Who plays Clark Griswold's boss in Christmas Vacation?
Clark's stingy boss, Frank Shirley, is played by Brian Doyle-Murray. Interestingly, Doyle-Murray is the older brother of actor Bill Murray.
How many lights does Clark Griswold put on his house in Christmas Vacation?
Clark decorates his home with exactly 25,000 imported Italian twinkle lights. The massive power-up causes a city-wide power outage when he finally gets them to turn on.
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