Character Relationships in Vacation
Rusty Griswold (played by Ed Helms) is a protagonist in Vacation.
Ethan (played by Ron Livingston) appears in Vacation.
Stone Crandall (played by Chris Hemsworth) appears in Vacation.
Nancy Peterson (played by Regina Hall) appears in Vacation.
Chad (played by Charlie Day) appears in Vacation.
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Character Relationship Map: Vacation
Vacation (2015) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
Rusty Griswold
(played by Ed Helms) — protagonist
Ethan
(played by Ron Livingston) — supporting
Stone Crandall
(played by Chris Hemsworth) — supporting
Nancy Peterson
(played by Regina Hall) — minor
Chad
(played by Charlie Day) — supporting
Key Relationships
Rusty Griswold → Chad
(Professional Rafting Guide)
Rusty Griswold → Ethan
(Professional Rival Pilot)
Rusty Griswold → Stone Crandall
(Family Brother-in-law)
Rusty Griswold → Nancy Peterson
(Social Friends)
Story Analysis
A family's chaotic cross-country journey to a theme park tests their relationships and culminates in personal growth.
Plot Progression
Cross-Country Departure
Midwest Detours & Texas Shelter
Desert Breakdown & Marital Reckoning
Walley World Climax & Paris Resolution
Directed by John Francis Daley, Jonathan Goldstein
Vacation (2015) · 6.3/10 · adventure, comedy
