National Lampoon’s Vacation, the original one, turns 40 this year and to celebrate, Warner Bros. has remastered it in 4K for the very first time.
The original Vacation is finally making the jump to 4K Ultra HD, bringing the classic comedy to the gorgeous format to allow fans (and new generations) the chance to enjoy it in the best way possible. Coinciding with the film’s 40th anniversary, WB is releasing the film on 4K next month, June 27th.
The 1983 classic comedy film from Warner Bros. Pictures was written by John Hughes and was based on his short story “Vacation ’58 which appeared in the publication “National Lampoon.” The film was produced by Matty Simmons and also stars Imogene Coca, Randy Quaid, John Candy, Anthony Michael Hall, Dana Barron, and Christie Brinkley in her acting debut. National Lampoon’s Vacation also features special appearances by Eddie Bracken, Brian-Doyle Murray, James Keach, and Eugene Levy.
Everything is planned, packed – and about to go hilariously wrong. The Griswolds are going on vacation. In the driver’s seat is Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase), an Everyman eager to share the open road and the wonders of family togetherness. Myriad mishaps, crude kin (Randy Quaid), encounters with a temptress (Christie Brinkley), financial woes, Aunt Edna (Imogene Coca) on the roof, one security guard (John Candy) and 2,460 miles later, it’s a wonder the Griswolds are together. There’s never been a family vacation like it. Except maybe yours. And that helps explain why National Lampoon’s Vacation remains so popular… and so very funny.
Ultra HD Blu-ray Elements
National Lampoon’s Vacation Ultra HD Blu-ray contains the following previously released special features:
Commentary with Chevy Chase, Randy Quaid, Matty Simmons, Harold Ramis, Anthony Michael Hall, and Dana Barron (98 Minutes)
Vacation hits 4K Ultra HD (and will also be available in digital 4K) on June 27, 2023.
