The Great Outdoors streaming
Genre
Comedy
Year
1988
Runtime
1h31

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Metascore

The Great Outdoors

Nature brings families together, chaos keeps them on their toes.

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Synopsis

The Great Outdoors is a 1988 comedy film starring Dan Aykroyd as a boisterous and big-hearted family man who takes his family on a vacation to a remote lakeside cabin in Wisconsin. However, their serene getaway is turned upside down when they are joined by his cocky and obnoxious brother-in-law, played by John Candy. As the two families clash in hilarious and chaotic ways, the bond between them is put to the test. Filled with slapstick humor, heartwarming moments, and picturesque outdoor scenes, this film explores themes of family dynamics, love, and the chaos that ensues when city slickers come face-to-face with the untamed wilderness.

Cast

  • Dan Aykroyd

    Dan Aykroyd

    Roman Craig

  • John Candy

    John Candy

    Chet Ripley

  • Stephanie Faracy

    Stephanie Faracy

    Connie Ripley

  • Annette Bening

    Annette Bening

    Kate Craig

  • Chris Young

    Chris Young

    Buck Ripley

  • Lucy Deakins

    Lucy Deakins

    Cammie

Reviews

The Great Outdoors elicited mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised the comedic chemistry between Dan Aykroyd and John Candy, others felt that the humor was too formulaic and relied heavily on slapstick gags. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 40%, with critics citing its predictable plot as a drawback. Metacritic scored The Great Outdoors with a 24/100, indicating generally unfavorable reviews. However, despite the critical reception, audiences enjoyed the light-hearted antics and nostalgic charm of the film. IMDb users rated it 6.6/10, appreciating the performances of the lead actors and the entertaining portrayal of a family vacation gone awry.