Vacation (2015 film)
| Vacation | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | John Francis Daley Jonathan Goldstein |
| Written by | John Francis Daley Jonathan Goldstein |
| Produced by | David Dobkin Chris Bender |
| Starring | Ed Helms Christina Applegate Leslie Mann Chris Hemsworth Charlie Day Beverly D'Angelo Chevy Chase Keegan-Michael Key Regina Hall Skyler Gisondo Steele Stebbins Elizabeth Gillies |
| Cinematography | Barry Peterson |
Production companies | New Line Cinema David Dobkin Productions |
| Distributed by | Warner Bros. |
Release date |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Vacation is an upcoming American adventure comedy film directed and written by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein and produced by David Dobkin. It is the fifth installment of the National Lampoon's Vacation series. The film stars Ed Helms, Christina Applegate, Chris Hemsworth, and Charlie Day. It is a both reboot of National Lampoon's Vacation and a sequel to Vegas Vacation. The film is scheduled to be released by Warner Bros. on October 9, 2015.
Synopsis
Following in the footsteps of his father Clark (Chevy Chase) and hoping for some much-needed family bonding, a grown-up Rusty Griswold (Ed Helms) surprises his wife, Debbie (Christina Applegate), and their two sons, James (Skyler Gisondo) and Kevin (Steele Stebbins), with a cross-country trip back to America's favorite family fun park: Wally World, as it will be closing forever.[1]
Cast
- Ed Helms as Russell "Rusty" Griswold
- Christina Applegate as Debbie Griswold, Rusty's wife.
- Leslie Mann as Audrey Griswold
- Chris Hemsworth as Stone Crandall, an up-and-coming anchorman and Audrey's husband.
- Charlie Day as a river-rafting guide
- Beverly D'Angelo as Ellen Griswold
- Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold
- Keegan-Michael Key[2] and Regina Hall[2] as the heads of an idyllic family that is friends with the Griswolds
- Skyler Gisondo as James Griswold, Rusty and Debbie's older son.
- Steele Stebbins as Kevin Griswold, Rusty and Debbie's younger son.
- Elizabeth Gillies[3] as Heather
Production
In 2010, it was announced by New Line Cinema (owned by Warner Bros., which released the previous films) that a new Vacation film was being produced.[4] Originally set to be produced by David Dobkin and written by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the story was to focus on Rusty Griswold as he took his own family to Walley World before the theme park permanently closes.[4]
In July 2012, it was announced that Ed Helms will star in the reboot/sequel as Rusty Griswold. The film is to follow Rusty, who now has his own family misadventures on the road.[5] John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein will write and direct the film, which is scheduled to begin filming in June 2013 throughout Atlanta and New Mexico.[6] On March 28, 2013, Variety announced that original series stars Beverly D'Angelo and Chevy Chase were in talks to reprise their roles, most likely in the form of a torch-passing cameo role.[7] No mention was made of other series regulars such as Randy Quaid's Cousin Eddie.[4] On April 23, 2013, it was reported that the film has been delayed indefinitely due to creative differences.[8] Chris Hemsworth and Charlie Day will also star.[9] Skyler Gisondo and Steele Stebbins will star as Rusty Griswold's sons along with Helms and Christina Applegate.[10] On September 15, Leslie Mann joined the film to play the role of Rusty's sister Audrey Griswold.[11] On September 29, Keegan-Michael Key and Regina Hall were set to play family friends of the Griswolds in the film.[2]
Filming
The filming began on September 16, 2014, in Atlanta, Georgia.[12][13] On September 16, filming was taken place on location in Olympic Flame Restaurant.[14] The film will be shot around Piedmont Ave from October 6-8.[14]
Release
On October 6, 2014, Warner Bros. moved the film's release date from November 13 to October 9, 2015, and officially titled as Vacation.[15]
References
- ^ "A New Vacation (Movie) Begins Today, Synopsis Revealed". Den of Geek. Retrieved 7 October 2014.
- ^ a b c Kroll, Justin (September 29, 2014). "Keegan-Michael Key and Regina Hall Join New Line's 'Vacation'". variety.com. Retrieved September 30, 2014.
- ^ "Nickelodeon Star Elizabeth Gillies Joins the Vacation Reboot". Retrieved 7 October 2014.
- ^ a b c Siegel, Tatiana (February 10, 2010). "New Line ready for another 'Vacation'". Variety. Retrieved December 18, 2012. Cite error: The named reference "update" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ^ "Ed Helms to Play Rusty Griswold in New Vacation". Variety. ComingSoon.net. July 11, 2012. Retrieved December 18, 2012.
- ^ Chitwood, Adam (March 6, 2013). "John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein Talk VACATION and SECRET HISTORIES; Reveal VACATION Starts Filming in June in Atlanta and New Mexico". Collider.com. Retrieved March 7, 2013.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (March 28, 2013). "Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo in Talks to Reprise 'Vacation' Roles". variety.com. Retrieved September 17, 2014.
- ^ "Vacation Reboot Delayed Indefinitely". Retrieved 7 October 2014.
- ^ "Chris Hemsworth & Charlie Day Taking a 'Vacation' with Ed Helms". firstshowing.net.
- ^ "New Line Casts Rusty Griswold's Kids in 'Vacation' Reboot". variety.com.
- ^ Kit, Borys (September 15, 2014). "Leslie Mann in Talks to Play Audrey Griswold in 'Vacation' Reboot". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved September 17, 2014.
- ^ Thomas, Sean (September 16, 2014). "Charlie Day, Chris Hemsworth last of Vacation confirmations as production begins". theslanted.com. Retrieved September 17, 2014.
- ^ "'Vacation' reboot begins filming in Atlanta next week". onlocationvacations.com. September 12, 2014. Retrieved September 15, 2014.
{{cite news}}:|first1=missing|last1=(help) - ^ a b "The 'Vacation' reboot starring Ed Helms is filming in midtown Atlanta on Oct. 6 – Oct. 8". onlocationvacations.com. September 15, 2014. Retrieved September 17, 2014.
{{cite news}}:|first1=missing|last1=(help) - ^ "'Vacation' Release Date: WB & New Line Move Reboot To October 2015". deadline.com. October 6, 2014. Retrieved October 7, 2014.
