The Great Outdoors
1988 · Movie · 90 min. · United States
Big-hearted Chicago family man Chet has brought his family to a lakeside resort area, and although his wife and kids aren't quite as excited as he is, Chet has high hopes for the vacation. However, his optimism is sabotaged when his obnoxious brother-in-law Roman drops in unexpectedly, along with his snooty, strange family. Chet and his family try to stay open-minded, but they find it difficult to relax and enjoy themselves because of the constant annoyance of Roman's presence.
Direction Howard Deutch
Cast Dan Aykroyd · John Candy · Stephanie Faracy · Annette Bening · Chris Young · Ian Giatti · Hilary Gordon · Rebecca Gordon · Robert Prosky
Soundtrack Thomas Newman
Screenplay John Hughes
Cinematography Ric Waite
Original title The Great Outdoors
4.6
790 votes (FilmAffinity)
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