15 Fun Facts About Christmas Vacation Movie

What is the last name of the main family in the movie?

The Griswold family, led by Clark and Ellen, is at the center of the holiday chaos in 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'.

Which animal causes chaos after being released in the Griswold house?

A squirrel hiding in the overly large Christmas tree leaps out and wreaks havoc, leading to a memorable chase scene.

What does Clark Griswold primarily plan to use his anticipated Christmas bonus for?

Clark repeatedly expresses his dream of installing a swimming pool with the large Christmas bonus he expects from work.

What is the name of Cousin Eddie's dog?

Cousin Eddie's slobbering and flatulent Rottweiler is named Snot, and he plays a role in the squirrel chase.

What peculiar item does Aunt Bethany wrap and give to Clark as a Christmas gift?

Aunt Bethany famously brings her live cat, wrapped in a box, as a Christmas present.

Instead of the cash bonus he was expecting, what does Clark Griswold receive from his boss?

Clark's hopes for a swimming pool are dashed when his boss gives him a one-year membership to the 'Jelly of the Month Club.'

What is the name of Clark Griswold's boss who gives him the unexpected Christmas bonus?

Clark's boss, Frank Shirley, is responsible for the much-anticipated but disappointing Christmas bonus.

When Clark finally gets his elaborate outdoor Christmas lights to work, what famous phrase does he exclaim?

After immense frustration, Clark's triumph in illuminating his house is met with a memorable, expletive-laden exclamation.

What does Uncle Lewis accidentally ignite on fire at the Griswold home?

Uncle Lewis's cigar causes the extremely dry Christmas tree to burst into flames, adding to the holiday chaos.

What is the last name of the Griswold's yuppie next-door neighbors?

Todd and Margo Chester are the long-suffering neighbors whose peace is repeatedly disrupted by the Griswolds' holiday antics.

Besides her cat, what other unusual item does Aunt Bethany bring as a gift?

Aunt Bethany brings a lime-colored Jell-O mold that is inexplicably topped with dry cat food, which is served at dinner.

What part of the house does Clark attempt to repair with a chainsaw?

Clark uses a chainsaw to cut the wobbly newel post on the staircase, proclaiming he 'fixed the newel post.'

What patriotic song does Aunt Bethany begin to sing after the explosion outside the house?

Following the sewer explosion, Aunt Bethany spontaneously leads the family in a rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner.'

What does Cousin Eddie famously empty from his RV into the storm sewer?

Cousin Eddie drains his RV's septic tank directly into the storm sewer, leading to a later explosive incident.

After not receiving his bonus, what does Clark suggest he wants his boss delivered to him as a gift?

In his furious rant, Clark wishes for his boss, Frank Shirley, to be 'brought right here tonight, with a big ribbon on his head,' implying he wants him wrapped as a present.