Which National Lampoon’s Vacation Character Are You?

Which character from this memorably hilarious 80s comedy best fits your personality? Take the quiz and find out!

Which National Lampoon’s Vacation Character Are You?

Imagine you're gearing up for a Griswold-style holiday, complete with all the over-the-top decorations and family misadventures. It's a scene straight out of "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation." Now, wouldn’t you be curious to know which character from this iconic comedy aligns with your own holiday spirit? Are you the ambitious head of the household like Clark, or perhaps the quietly enduring Ellen?

If you've ever found yourself delicately balancing on the edge of your roof trying to install a light display that could be seen from space, you might have a little Clark in you. Or maybe, when the holiday cheer seems to be going off the rails, you're the one holding it all together, much like Ellen. It's time to untangle the string lights of your personality and discover which member of the Griswold family, or their eclectic mix of friends and relatives, you embody.

Don't get your tinsel in a tangle; jump into this Which "National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation" Character Are You? quiz to reveal your true holiday character. It's a fun way to add a little laughter to your season, and who knows, you might just be inspired to go all out on the family Christmas extravaganza this year—or at least have a good chuckle about it.

Meet the Griswolds

Before you click through the whimsical quiz to determine your Griswold counterpart, let’s introduce you to the endearing, if not slightly unhinged, family members. You'll soon find out if you're the wild card or the grounding force in the Griswold family dynamic.

Clark Griswold: The Eternal Optimist

Meet Clark Griswold, played with a charmingly clueless demeanor by Chevy Chase, often referred to as Sparky by his wife. Clark's the guy with big dreams and even bigger holiday lights; his heart's in the right place, even if his ladder isn't. Whether he's concocting a grand plan for the perfect family Christmas or embarking on a cross-country odyssey to Wally World, his optimism is as indestructible as his series of unfortunate events.

Ellen Griswold: The Voice of Reason

Beside every overzealous Clark stands Ellen Griswold, the quintessentially patient wife, portrayed by Beverly D'Angelo. Ellen is your go-to if you need someone to talk Clark off the roof—literally. She's the glue holding the Griswold chaos together, all while maintaining her composure with a grace that says, "I married into this, and I've got the seasonal wardrobe to prove it."

Rusty and Audrey: Sibling Revelry

Rusty and Audrey Griswold, the Griswold offspring, have been reimagined by various actors over the years—from Anthony Michael Hall and Dana Barron to Johnny Galecki and Juliette Lewis. These kids know the drill: smile for dad’s wacky plans and brace for the inevitable mishaps. Affectionately bickering like any sibling duo, they roll their eyes in tandem but always have each other's backs when it counts. Or at least when they're not busy tying each other’s shoelaces together.

Hilarious Hijinks and Holiday Madness

You know the drill: when the Griswolds get involved, chaos isn't far behind. Whether it's a holiday celebration or a cross-country escapade, prepare to embody the spirit of the characters who have mastered the art of unforgettable antics.

Not-So-Silent Nights: Christmas Vacation Capers

Imagine your holiday season filled with more lights than a runway and a Christmas tree that might just reach the heavens—if it doesn't burst into flames first, courtesy of Uncle Lewis. In the classic National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, your festivities are anything but calm. Sled through the snow in a metal-disc-turned-hovercraft, thanks to Clark's kitchen lubricant experiment.

Cousin Eddie, played by the unforgettable Randy Quaid, and his family roll up in their RV, uninvited yet somehow indispensable. Oh, and remember Aunt Bethany and Uncle Lewis, whose quirky presence guarantees that your Christmas dinner will be punctuated with feline surprises and other minor explosions. Who needs a silent night when you can have one filled with the comedic stylings of the entire Griswold clan, from Miriam Flynn's heartfelt portrayal of hefty holiday meals cooked by Nora, to the incessant bickering of next-door neighbors Todd and Margo Chester.

Road Trip Ruckus: From Chicago to Wally World

Fasten your seatbelts—it's going to be a ghoulishly delightful ride from Chicago to Wally World. Channel your inner Clark Griswold as you steer the family truckster through a comedy of errors. Forget peaceful rest stops; your road trip is about detours, dog mishaps, and clinging to the bumper of a big rig. John Candy's cameo as the cheerful security guard is just the cherry on top of this chaotic confection.

If you're more like Aunt Edna than you care to admit, or perhaps you've got a bit of the deadpan charm of a Marty Moose enthusiast, there's a bit of vacation madness in all of us. Whether you're dodging flying sandwiches or looking for a park that's actually open, remember—it's not just a journey; it's a gleeful descent into holiday or vacation madness only a true Griswold could survive.