SierraKiloBravo
6/10My ten word review: _Comedy that still holds up, even all these years later._ Click here for a video version of this review: https://youtu.be/QzlQnWap2-g
Reviewed on July 13, 2020
Vegas Vacation(1997)
This time the Griswolds are on a roll.
6.0(754)1h 33m1997-02-13
Comedy
Vegas Vacation Synopsis
The Griswold family hits the road again for a typically ill-fated vacation, this time to the glitzy mecca of slots and showgirls—Las Vegas.
Vegas Vacation (1997) is a comedy film directed by Stephen Kessler, released on February 13, 1997 with a runtime of 1h 33m. It stars Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Randy Quaid and Ethan Embry. Viewers rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 754 ratings.
- Director:
- Stephen Kessler
- Writers:
- Elisa Bell, Bob Ducsay, Elisa Bell
- Producers:
- Jerry Weintraub
- Cinematographer:
- William A. Fraker
- Composer:
- Joel McNeely
- Production:
- Jerry Weintraub Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Budget:
- $25,000,000
- Revenue:
- $36,400,360
- Status:
- Released
Vegas Vacation (1997) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Vegas Vacation before you stream it.
Vegas Vacation Cast & Crew
Main cast
Chevy Chase
as Clark Griswold
Beverly D'Angelo
as Ellen Griswold
Randy Quaid
as Cousin Eddie
Ethan Embry
as Rusty Griswold
Marisol Nichols
as Audrey Griswold
Miriam Flynn
as Cousin Catherine
- Shae D'Lyn
Shae D'Lyn
as Cousin Vicki
Wayne Newton
as Wayne Newton
Siegfried Fischbacher
as Siegfried
Roy Horn
as Roy
Wallace Shawn
as Marty
Sid Caesar
as Mr. Ellis
Key crew
Directed by Stephen Kessler, written by Elisa Bell, Bob Ducsay and Elisa Bell, produced by Jerry Weintraub.
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Vegas Vacation Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.0/10 from 754 ratings.
r96sk
7/10<em>'Vegas Vacation'</em> is decent fare for this franchise, I think I just about enjoyed it. It does go through peaks and troughs, there are some uninteresting moments but by and large what I was viewing was passable entertainment. The Vegas setting and shenanigans keep it watchable, the dam scenes are good too. Chevy Chase and Beverly D'Angelo are back yet again, as is Randy Quaid. I still don't really rate the…
Reviewed on February 5, 2025
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Vegas Vacation – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Vegas Vacation online?
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Vegas Vacation (1997) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Vegas Vacation?
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The main cast of Vegas Vacation (1997) includes Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Randy Quaid, Ethan Embry and Marisol Nichols. The film was directed by Stephen Kessler. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Vegas Vacation released?
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Vegas Vacation was released on February 13, 1997 and runs for 1h 33m.
Is Vegas Vacation worth watching?
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Vegas Vacation (1997) holds an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 754 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Vegas Vacation?
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Yes. The official Vegas Vacation trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.