EPISODE · Jul 22, 2025 · 46 MIN
"Fletch" vs. "European Vacation" vs. "Spies Like Us": Episode 1 of 2
from Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast · host Surely You Can't Be Serious PC
It’s 1985, and Chevy Chase is at the absolute top of his game, headlining not one… not two… but three comedy classics: Fletch, National Lampoon’s European Vacation, and Spies Like Us. In this first episode of our two-part series, Jason and Dee take a deep dive into the unforgettable casts of Fletch and European Vacation. From Chevy’s incredible performance as the master of disguises, Irwin M. Fletcher, to the Griswolds’ hilariously disastrous trip across Europe, we break down the behind-the-scenes stories, casting decisions, and the comedic chemistry that made these films ‘80s staples. Pack your bags (but double-check your fake IDs) and join us for this laugh-filled ride through two iconic comedies!
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It’s 1985, and Chevy Chase is at the absolute top of his game, headlining not one… not two… but three comedy classics: Fletch, National Lampoon’s European Vacation, and Spies Like Us. In this first episode of our two-part series, Jason and Dee take a deep dive into the unforgettable casts of Fletch and European Vacation. From Chevy’s incredible performance as the master of disguises, Irwin M. Fletcher, to the Griswolds’ hilariously disastrous trip across Europe, we break down the behind-the-scenes stories, casting decisions, and the comedic chemistry that made these films ‘80s staples. Pack your bags (but double-check your fake IDs) and join us for this laugh-filled ride through two iconic comedies!
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