Overview

• Chris Columbus was originally set to direct 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' but stepped down due to unworkable interactions with Chevy Chase.
• Columbus described two bizarre meetings where Chase was disengaged, dismissive, and made confusing remarks, including mistaking him for a drummer.
• The decision to leave the project came despite Columbus's urgent need for work following previous box office struggles.
• John Hughes, the film's writer and producer, supported Columbus's decision and soon offered him the script for 'Home Alone,' which became a holiday classic.
• Chevy Chase has faced similar allegations of unprofessional behavior on other projects, including the sitcom 'Community.'