Overview
It's vacation time for outdoorsy Chicago man Chet Ripley, along with his wife, Connie, and their two kids, Buck and Ben. But a serene weekend of fishing at a Wisconsin lakeside cabin gets crashed by Connie's obnoxious brother-in-law, Roman Craig, his wife, Kate, and the couple's two daughters. As the excursion wears on, the Ripleys find themselves at odds with the stuffy Craig family.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Great Outdoors?
The Great Outdoors was directed by Howard Deutch.
What was the budget and revenue for The Great Outdoors?
The official budget was $24,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $43,455,230 worldwide.
Where was The Great Outdoors produced?
It was produced by companies including Universal Pictures, Hughes Entertainment in United States of America.
The Great Outdoors Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Great Outdoors wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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