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Chris Columbus Details “Bizarre” Experience With Chevy Chase That Led Him To Quit As Original Director Of ‘Christmas Vacation’
A bizarre encounter with actor Chevy Chase led then-unknown filmmaker Chris Columbus to walk off 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.'
Here's A 'Christmas' Story About What An Ass Chevy Chase Allegedly Was To The Director
Director Chris Columbus recalled a "bizarre" meeting with the actor that led him to quit "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation."
“Home Alone ”director Chris Columbus quit “Christmas Vacation” after bizarre meetings with Chevy Chase: 'I couldn’t work with the guy'
I don’t need this. I’d rather not work again," the filmmaker recalled thinking after meeting with the comedy star.
Actor Chevy Chase’s Awkward Antics Made Director Quit Iconic Film
The classic 1989 film National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation could have been a different film with Chris Columbus in the director’s chair, but the renowned director said some awkward meetings with star Chevy Chase left him turned off.
"I couldn’t work with the guy": Original "Christmas Vacation" director quit because of Chevy Chase
Columbus realized there was a silver lining though. He recalled, “I quit ‘Christmas Vacation.’ The next weekend, I got another script from John — and it’s ‘Home Alone.’ ‘Home Alone,’ for me, was even more personal, a better script. And I thought, I can really do something with this, and I don’t have to deal with Chevy Chase.”
Chris Columbus recalls ‘bizarre’ Chevy Chase remark that made him quit National Lampoon Christmas film
Chris Columbus recalls ‘bizarre’ Chevy Chase remark that made him quit National Lampoon Christmas film - ‘I still haven’t been able to make any sense out of it,’ director said
“He was a complete jerk.” Because of Chevy Chase, the director of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation has quit and filmed another Christmas hit
After meeting Chevy Chase, the director of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation dropped the film. Later, the script for another Christmas hit fell into his hands.
How comedic icon Chevy Chase plans to celebrate 'Christmas Vacation' movie in Peoria
Chevy Chase spoke with the Journal Star ahead of his appearance in Peoria to celebrate the 35th anniversary of "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation."
Chevy Chase to celebrate 'Christmas Vacation' with fans at special event
Chevy Chase celebrates the 35th anniversary of the beloved classic, "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" at the Palace Theater.
Chris Columbus reveals ‘bizarre’ story behind why he couldn’t work with Chevy Chase on ‘Christmas Vacation’
"Home Alone" director Chris Columbus nearly helmed another iconic Christmas movie but said a "surreal" pair of meetings with Chevy Chase made him quit the film.
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Actor and comedian Chevy Chase stops by Main Street cafe during Peoria visit
In the 1989 movie "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation ... "Christmas Vacation" star Chevy Chase made the most of his trip to Peoria recently, adding a stop at the restaurant One World on ...
How to watch and stream 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' for the holidays
"National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" is currently streaming on both MAX and Hulu. You can stream on MAX with a ...
TV times in Oregon, streaming options for 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'
"National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" is currently streaming on both HBO MAX and Hulu. Oregon residents can stream on MAX ...