Movie

National Lampoon's European Vacation

“For over two thousand years, Europe has survived many great disasters. Now for the real test. Chevy Chase & his family are coming from America!”

★ 6.2(1,009)19851h 35m

Adventure Comedy

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National Lampoon's European Vacation is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and CHILI in Italy. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

Where to watch National Lampoon's European Vacation

🇮🇹 Italy

Good to know

Director: Amy Heckerling
Release date: 1985-07-25
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Box office: $49,364,621
Budget: $17,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures
Part of: National Lampoon's Vacation Collection

National Lampoon's European Vacation — trailer

About National Lampoon's European Vacation

National Lampoon's European Vacation is a 1985 movie in the Adventure and Comedy genres, directed by Amy Heckerling, starring Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo and Dana Hill. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 1,009 viewers. Below you can see where to watch National Lampoon's European Vacation in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Griswolds win a vacation to Europe on a game show, and so pack their bags for the continent. They do their best to catch the flavor of Europe, but they just don't know how to be be good tourists. Besides, they have trouble taking holidays in countries where they CAN speak the language.

Cast

Chevy Chase

Clark Griswold

Beverly D'Angelo

Ellen Griswold

Dana Hill

Audrey Griswold

Jason Lively

Rusty Griswold

Victor Lanoux

Thief

Eric Idle

The Bike Rider

John Astin

Kent

Paul Bartel

Mr. Froeger

Maureen Lipman

Lady in the Bed

Willy Millowitsch

Fritz Spritz

Mel Smith

Hotel Manager

Moon Unit Zappa

Rusty's California Girl

Themes & keywords

london, englandchaosgame showvacationsequeltravelfamily vacationeiffel tower, parismarriage problemsinterrupted vacationwoman directorsatiricalabsurd

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch National Lampoon's European Vacation in Italy?+

In Italy, National Lampoon's European Vacation is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and CHILI. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is National Lampoon's European Vacation on Netflix?+

National Lampoon's European Vacation is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is National Lampoon's European Vacation?+

National Lampoon's European Vacation has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in National Lampoon's European Vacation?+

National Lampoon's European Vacation stars Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Dana Hill, Jason Lively and Victor Lanoux.

When did National Lampoon's European Vacation come out?+

National Lampoon's European Vacation is a 1985 movie directed by Amy Heckerling.

What genre is National Lampoon's European Vacation?+

National Lampoon's European Vacation is Adventure and Comedy film.

Who directed National Lampoon's European Vacation?+

National Lampoon's European Vacation was directed by Amy Heckerling.