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European Vacation [VHS] (1985)

National Lampoon's European Vacation [VHS] video online at Movies Unlimited NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. " What's New VHS MOVIES Out-of-Print Titles > Policies and Procedures > Security and Privacy Home Order Online Shopping Basket Contact Us About Us My Account © 1978-2005 Movies Unlimited Search By: Title Actor Director Browse Categories: DVD VHS Oscars on Video Movie Poster Books Gift Certificates Movie Links Our Gigantic 800 Page Print Catalog Click Here for E-mail Updates Webmasters Affiliate Program National Lampoon's European Vacation [VHS] (1985) The Griswold family is off on another hilarious holiday, and while America is safe, the Old World may never recover! Watch as Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo and their kids raise havoc from London to Rome on a wacky continental comedy trip. 94 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Amy Heckerling Cast:   John Astin , Sylvie Badalati , Paul Bartel , Chevy Chase , Robbie Coltrane , Beverly D'Angelo , Malcolm Danare , Dana Hill , Eric Idle , Sheila Kennedy , Maureen Lipman , Angus MacKay , Mel Smith , William Zabka Also Available: DVD Rated: PG13 Color Regularly $9.99 $2.99 VHS #191474 ^ back to top Also featured in our 800-page catalog ... Spinal Tap: Break Like The Wind--The Videos [VHS] Rock's venerable heavy metal specialists perform "Bitch School" (both the MTV and original versions) and "The Majesty of Rock" in this program featuring Nigel Tufnel, Derek Smalls and David St. Hubbins. 12 min. Category: Concerts and Performing Arts $14.99 VHS #074082 ^ back to top The Groove Tube [VHS] (1974) Hilarious cult comedy spoofing TV programs and commercials offers wild gags, sexy ladies, witty satire and early appearances by Chevy Chase, Richard Belzer and Paul Bartel, plus singer Buzzy Linhart and porn star Jennifer Welles. There's play-by-play of the "Sexual Olympics"; commercials for "Geritan" and "Butz Beer"; a wild adventure series called "The Dealers"; and a sleazy kid's show. 74 min. Category: Comedy Director: Ken Shapiro Cast:   Richard Belzer , Chevy Chase , Buzzy Linhart , Paul Norman , Jennifer Welles Also Available: DVD Rated: R Color $19.99 VHS #031013 ^ back to top Tunnelvision [VHS] (1976) It's the "television of the future" and it's unlike anything you've ever seen! Join Chevy Chase, Franken and Davis, Betty Thomas, Howard Hesseman, Laraine Newman, Ernie Anderson, Phil Proctor, Ron Silver, and Gerrit Graham in this wild look at TV insanity. 68 min. Category: Comedy Director: Neal Israel Cast:   Ernie Anderson , Chevy Chase , Tom Davis , Joe Flaherty , Al Franken , Gerrit Graham , Howard Hesseman , Rick Hurst , Laraine Newman , Phil Proctor , William Schallert , Ron Silver , Betty Thomas Rated: R Color Was $14.99 $9.99 VHS #506321 ^ back to top Caddyshack [VHS] (1980) Riotous comedy set in an elite country club features Rodney Dangerfield as a loud and loutish new member, Chevy Chase as the egotistical club pro, Bill Murray as a crazed groundskeeper, and the pesky Mr. Gopher. The plot revolves around a not-so friendly game of golf between Dangerfield, Chase and stuffy judge Ted Knight. Co-stars Michael O'Keefe. 98 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Harold Ramis Cast:   Chevy Chase , Scott Colomby , Rodney Dangerfield , Brian Doyle-Murray , Ted Knight , Cindy Morgan , Bill Murray , Michael O'Keefe , Harold Ramis , Albert Salmi , Henry Wilcoxon Also Available: DVD Rated: R Color Was $19.99 $49.99 VHS #192824 ^ back to top Caddyshack II [VHS] (1988) Just when you thought it was safe to head back to the green, those loonies from the links are back in an all-new comedy smash. Jackie Mason, Robert Stack, Dan Aykroyd, Dyan Cannon and Jonathan Silverman star, with Chevy Chase and "Chuck Rodent" reprising their roles from the original. 93 min. Category: Comedy Director: Allan Arkush Cast:   Dan Aykroyd , Paul Bartel , Dyan Cannon , Chevy Chase , Jessica Lundy , Jackie Mason , Brian McNamara , Dina Merrill , Randy Quaid , Jonathan Silverman , Robert Stack , Marsha Warfield Also Available: DVD Rated: PG Color Was $14.99 $12.74 VHS #191676 ^ back to top National Lampoon's European Vacation [VHS] (1985) The Griswold family is off on another hilarious holiday, and while America is safe, the Old World may never recover! Watch as Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo and their kids raise havoc from London to Rome on a wacky continental comedy trip. 94 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Amy Heckerling Cast:   John Astin , Sylvie Badalati , Paul Bartel , Chevy Chase , Robbie Coltrane , Beverly D'Angelo , Malcolm Danare , Dana Hill , Eric Idle , Sheila Kennedy , Maureen Lipman , Angus MacKay , Mel Smith , William Zabka Also Available: DVD Rated: PG13 Color Regularly $9.99 $2.99 VHS #191474 ^ back to top Vegas Vacation [VHS] (1997) It's a sure bet for comical calamity when Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo and their offspring pack up the car and head for the neon lights of Las Vegas. Once there, the Griswold kids get mixed up with mobsters and go-go dancers, D'Angelo is wooed by Wayne Newton, and Chevy winds up on stage with Siegfried and Roy. Randy Quaid also stars. 98 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Stephen Kessler Cast:   Sid Caesar , Chevy Chase , Beverly D'Angelo , Ethan Embry , Wayne Newton , Roy A. Nunez , Randy Quaid , Wallace Shawn , Julia Sweeney Also Available: DVD Rated: PG13 Color Was $19.99 $14.99 VHS #192536 ^ back to top Vacation Giftset [VHS] What's cheaper than a family trip to Wally World and even more fun? How about this boxed collector's set featuring Chevy Chase starring in all four "Vacation" comedies? Category: Comedy Cast:   Chevy Chase Also Available: DVD Color Was $39.99 $35.99 VHS #192389 ^ back to top Deal Of The Century [VHS] (1983) Chevy Chase gets mixed up in the illegal arms race in this comedy filled with wackiness and zany sight gags, as well as some timely spoofing of nuclear proliferation. Sigourney Weaver, Gregory Hines co-star; directed by William Friedkin. 96 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: William Friedkin Cast:   Chevy Chase , Robert Cornthwaite , Vince Edwards , David Haskell , Richard Herd , Gregory Hines , Graham Jarvis , Richard Libertini , Maurice Marsac , Pepe Serna , Wallace Shawn , Ebbe Roe Smith , Sigourney Weaver Also Available: DVD Rated: PG Color Regularly $14.99 $9.99 VHS #191304 ^ back to top Spies Like Us [VHS] (1985) Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd are two bumbling agents on a top secret assignment to foil a group of international missile maniacs. But they're the ones who get foiled, hung upside down, and lost, a lot, in this frantic comedy feast. Co-stars Donna Dixon, Steve Forrest. 103 min. Category: Comedy Director: John Landis Cast:   Vanessa Angel , Michael Apted , Dan Aykroyd , Bernie Casey , Chevy Chase , James Daughton , Bruce Davison , Donna Dixon , Steve Forrest , Matt Frewer , Terry Gilliam , Ray Harryhausen , Bob Hope , B.B. King , Charles McKeown , Frank Oz , William Prince , Sam Raimi Also Available: DVD Rated: PG Was $14.99 $12.74 VHS #191505 ^ back to top Dirty Work [VHS] (1998) "SNL" alumnus Norm MacDonald stars as a guy who is fed up with the stupidity and evil doings of others. Using his lifelong knack for retaliation, he sets up a company dedicated to carrying out the revenge plots of its customers. Artie Lange, Jack Warden, Christopher McDonald and Chevy Chase co-star, with cameos by Chris Farley and Adam Sandler; Philly's own Bob Saget directs. 82 min. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer. Category: Comedy Director: Bob Saget Cast:   Chevy Chase , Chris Farley , John Goodman , Traylor Howard , Artie Lange , Christopher McDonald , Ken Norton , Don Rickles , Adam Sandler , Jack Warden Also Available: DVD Rated: PG13 Color Was $99.99 $14.99 VHS #123260 ^ back to top ^ back to top

Disney vacation. Walt Disney

Disney Hotels :: Walt Disney World Hotels | Disney Tickets | My Hotel List | Review Reservations | Cancel Reservations | Reservations Help Book Your Walt Disney World® Resort Vacation Package Online or Call us :: 1-888-275-9100 Other Hotels near Walt Disney World® Resort: Walt Disney World® Hotels | Orlando Hotels | Kissimmee Hotels | Lake Buena Vista Hotels | Disney Land® Hotels Disney Hotels :: Walt Disney World® Hotels Value Resorts Walt Disney World All Star Movies Resort Rating: 3 magic keys Giant Icons from Favorite Disney Movies including 101 Dalmations, Toy Story, Fantasia, The Mighty Ducks and the Love Bug set the scene at this extradinary resort hotel. The Walt Disney World® All Star Movies Resort joins the two other All Star Value Priced Resorts, Walt Disney World's All-Star Music Resort and Walt Disney World's All Star Sports Resort On a 62 acre Site near the Walt Disney World® Animal Kingdom. Walt Disney World All Star Sports Resort Rating: 3 magic keys The larger-than-life flair of this fun resort will fill even the tallest order. Music landscaping and lighting create sports scenes --palm tress arranged to look like a basketball team at tip-off, a quiet pool in the shape of a baseball infield and neon and fiber optics highlight the main icons. Walt Disney World's All Star Sports Resort joins two other all star resorts-Walt Disney World's All Star Music Resort and Walt Disney World's All Star Movies resort on a 62-acre site near Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom theme park. Walt Disney World All Star Music Resort Rating: 3 magic keys Sounds set the scene at Walt Disney World's all-star music resort. the musically themed resort doesn't miss a beat with giant banjos guitars trombones conga drums and maracas boldly greeting guests. A collection of three story buildings with themes like Broadway, Calypso, Jazz, Country and Rock n Roll make up the music hotel. Walt Disney World's all star music resort joins two other all star value-priced resorts-Walt Disney World's All Star Movies Resort and the All Star Sports Resort on a 62 acre site near Disney World's animal kingdom theme park. Deluxe Resorts Walt Disney World Animal Kingdom Lodge Rating: 6 magic keys Resort hotel guests are immersed in an environment inspired by the cultural splendor and picturesque beauty of an African wildlife reserve. Many of the deluxe resorts hotel guestrooms feature balconies overlooking 33-acre tropical savannah that is home to more than 200 mammals and birds including giraffe, zebra, thomsons gazelle, ostrich and sacred ibis. Walt Disney World Beach Club Resort Rating: 6 magic keys A sandy white beach alone a shimmering lake recreates a feeling reminiscent of the lazy days of summer along the eastern seaboard. Relaxed, yet luxurious, the deluxe resort shares an array of amenities with its sister resort--Disneys Yacht Club Resort--just a few feet away. Walt Disney World Yacht Club Resort Rating: 6 magic keys The grand, turn-of-the-century summer homes of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket were the inspiration for this deluxe hotel resort. Comfy chairs, hardwood floors and beams of sunlight streaming in a welcoming lobby invite guests to linger. With bustling nightclubs, restaurants and quaint shops this seaside village awaits guests at Walt Disney World's boardwalk resort entertainment district. Walt Disney World Polynesian Resort Rating: 6 magic keys A relaxing tropical paradise with lush landscaping, waterfalls and colorful birds awaits guests at this deluxe hotel resort. Friendly people, fun, laughter and good cheer reflect the enchanting customs and culture of the islands. . Walt Disney World Contemporary Resort Rating: 6 magic keys From the dramatic art in the main tower with sleek monorails cruising overhead, to the casual style and convenience of garden rooms overlooking the beach, this is a Walt Disney World resort experience not to be missed. The deluxe resort's bold a-frame design makes it a modern masterpiece, capped off by a breathtaking view of the Disneys Magic Kingdom. Take in the awe-inspiring view of Cinderella Castle from high atop the resort at the award-winning California Grill Restaurant. The perfect hotel accommodations for any Disney vacation. Walt Disney World Boardwalk Inn Rating: 6 magic keys Beautifully appointed rooms, shingled rooftops, private courtyards and magnificent gardens combine to recreate the charming atmosphere of romantic bed-and-breakfast inns found along the mid-Atlantic coast of the 1940s. Plus bustling nightclubs, restaurants and shops recapture the fun and excitement of bygone seaside villages at Disneys boardwalk resort hotel entertainment district. Walt Disney World Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Rating: 6 magic keys Legendary elegance and lavish decor combine with impeccable service and spectacular views to offer guests the graciousness of a bygone era in a stunning world of Victorian charms. This deluxe resort hotel features live lobby entertainment by the Grand Floridian Orchestra, multi-paneled arch windows, turn-of-the-century gas lamps, regal chandeliers and a world-class spa. Walt Disney World Wilderness Lodge Resort Rating: 6 magic keys Resort hotel guests are immersed in an environment inspired by the cultural splendor and picturesque beauty of an African wildlife reserve. Many of the deluxe resorts hotel guestrooms feature balconies overlooking 33-acre tropical savannah that is home to more than 200 mammals and birds including giraffe, zebra, thomsons gazelle, ostrich and sacred ibis. Moderate Resorts Walt Disney World Caribbean Beach Resort Rating: 4 magic keys Relax as lush gardens, warm breezes and sunny skies beckon at this moderate priced resort. Six brightly colored island villages, each named after a Caribbean destination-capture the alluring ambiance of the tropics. Walt Disney World's Caribbean Beach Resort features seven pools and a pristine white-sand beached on the shores of a 45-acre lake. Walt Disney World Coronado Springs Rating: 4 magic keys Palm-shaped courtyards and Spanish-style haciendas create the perfect climate for relaxation at this moderately priced Walt Disney World resort. Guests can soak up the sun or splash in the pool designed as an archeological dig site with a five-story Mayan pyramid. Hotel accommodations are themed in three different areas with colorful plazas and picturesque vistas reflecting the beauty of Mexico and the American southwest. Walt Disney World Port Orleans - French Quarter Rating: 4 magic keys Stately southern mansions, rustic bayou dwellings and ornate row-house buildings are recalled at Walt Disney World's Port Orleans Resort. This resort hotel is a moderately priced resort featuring two regions: the French quarter and Riverside. A winding road and picturesque waterways that capture the mystery and romance of a trip up the Mississippi River from New Orleans to Natchez connect the two themed regions. Walt Disney World Port Orleans - Riverside Rating: 4 magic keys Stately southern mansions, rustic bayou dwellings and ornate row-house buildings are recalled at Walt Disney World's Port Orleans Resort. This resort hotel is a moderately priced resort featuring two regions: the French quarter and Riverside. A winding road and picturesque waterways that capture the mystery and romance of a trip up the Mississippi River from New Orleans to Natchez connect the two themed regions. Home Away From Home Resorts Walt Disney World Old Key West Resort Rating: 5 magic keys This home away from home hotel resort is themed to the tropical ambiance of a quaint Key West resort at the turn of the century. Studios, one bedroom, two bedroom, or three bedroom villas provide the perfect place for enchanted Disney vacations. The resort hotel features a festive boardwalk and a village of colorful clapboard-sided, tin roofed residence buildings that include spacious living areas, private balconies, beautiful views and fully equipped kitchenettes. Walt Disney World Boardwalk Villas Rating: 5 magic keys Studios, one, two and three bedroom villas combine with the elegance of a bygone era to recapture all the fun, excitement and timeless appeal of the coastal villages of the 1940s at this home away from home resort. The quaint, seaside mid-Atlantic feel is accentuated by all the shops, vendors and excitement of the nearby boardwalk. Walt Disney World Villas at The Disney Institute Rating: 5 magic keys The Villas at the Disney Institute offer villa and suite hotel accommodations in a wooded setting surrounding the lake Buena Vista Golf Course near the Downtown Disney area and Pleasure Island. Air conditioned motor coaches provide easy access to the entire Walt Disney World Vacation Kingdom. The resort offers pools and spas. Downtown Disney marketplace offers a variety of shopping, dining and marina rentals. Camping Resort Walt Disney World Fort Wilderness Cabins & Campground Rating: 5 magic keys Celebrating three decades as a true pioneer in the campground industry, Disneys Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is a vacation haven for guests who crave natural, rustic charm amidst the most magical place on earth. This home away from home resort includes both cabins and campsites. The cabins offer a quaint, relaxing escape in surroundings that capture the rustic beauty of pioneer days. And for a real back-to-nature experience, campsites are available for travel trailers, motor homes and tents. . Other Deluxe Resort Hotels Walt Disney World Dophin Rating: 6 magic keys Ideally located adjacent to Epcot Center, MGM Studios Theme Park and Disneys Animal Kingdom, Disneys Dolphin and Swan Resorts put you in the center of the most magical place in the world. This exciting resort hotel complex offers everything you've come to expet from a world-class vacation destination. An exciting location, beautiful hotel accomodations, pampering service--it's all right here! Walt Disney World Swan Rating: 6 magic keys Ideally located adjacent to Epcot Center, MGM Studios Theme Park and Disneys Animal Kingdom, Disneys Dolphin and Swan Resorts put you in the center of the most magical place in the world. This exciting resort hotel complex offers everything you've come to expet from a world-class vacation destination. An exciting location, beautiful hotel accomodations, pampering service--it's all right here! Find our more about Orlando, Kissimmee, Lake Buena Vista & Disney World® : Walt Disney World® Official Site | City of Orlando Site | Map of Orlando | Orlando Weather Info | Orlando International Airport | City of Kissimmee | Walt Disney World Info | Lake Buena Vista Weather Info | Official Disneyland Site | The Disney Vacation Guide.com™ is not associated in any official way with the Walt Disney Company, its subsidiaries, or its affiliates. The official Disney site is available at www.disney.com . Besides providing independent information, commentary, reviews, and guides primarily about the theme park resorts of the Walt Disney Co., the Disney Vacation Guide™ allows visitors to book Official Walt Disney World® Resort hotels through an automated online booking system arranged with the resort and their hotels. Walt Disney World® and Disney® are trademarks of the Walt Disney Co.

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