National Lampoon's Vacation Collection
This collection of movies features everyone's favorite family, the Griswolds! It includes National Lampoon's Vacation (1983), National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985), National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989), and Vegas Vacation (1997).
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The National Lampoon's Vacation Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 6 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 4 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.6/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," National Lampoon's Vacation Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the National Lampoon's Vacation Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the National Lampoon's Vacation Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
National Lampoon's Vacation
Clark Griswold is on a quest to take his family to the Walley World theme park for a vacation, but things don't go exactly as planned....
National Lampoon's European Vacation
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...
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
It's Christmastime, and the Griswolds are preparing for a family seasonal celebration. But things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen, and their two ki...
Vegas Vacation
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....
Common Questions about National Lampoon's Vacation Collection
How many movies are in the National Lampoon's Vacation Collection?
There are currently 4 movies in the National Lampoon's Vacation Collection, starting from National Lampoon's Vacation to the latest release, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
What is the best order to watch the National Lampoon's Vacation Collection?
The best way to watch the National Lampoon's Vacation Collection is usually in release order: starting with National Lampoon's Vacation and ending with National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the National Lampoon's Vacation Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation in this franchise.