Vacation (1983)

Pack your bags and buckle up for Vacation (1983), the hilarious and wildly unpredictable comedy that kicked off one of the most iconic franchises in film history. Directed by Harold Ramis, this uproarious road trip film follows the Griswold family on their quest for the perfect summer vacation—despite every obstacle imaginable standing in their way.
Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase), the well-meaning but perpetually unlucky father, decides to take his wife Ellen (Beverly D’Angelo) and their two kids—Rusty (Anthony Michael Hall) and Audrey (Dana Barron)—on a cross-country journey to the fabled amusement park, Walley World. What begins as a simple family vacation quickly spirals into a series of comedic disasters, from car breakdowns to encounters with eccentric strangers, all while Clark’s relentless optimism (and naivety) keeps the Griswolds moving forward—no matter how out of control the trip becomes.