The Great Outdoors Cast
The cast of The Great Outdoors.
Dan Aykroyd
as Roman Craig

Dan Aykroyd plays Roman Craig, the wealthy and somewhat arrogant brother-in-law of Chet Ripley.

John Candy
as Chet Ripley

John Candy portrays Chet Ripley, a family man who is eager to have a relaxing vacation with his loved ones.

Stephanie Faracy
as Connie Ripley

Stephanie Faracy plays Connie Ripley, the supportive and caring wife of Chet Ripley.

Annette Bening
as Kate Craig

Annette Bening portrays Kate Craig, Roman Craig's wife who brings humor and warmth to the story.

Chris Young
as Buck Ripley

Chris Young plays Buck Ripley, the adventurous teenage son of Chet and Connie Ripley.

Lucy Deakins
as Cammie

Lucy Deakins portrays Cammie, the daughter of Chet and Connie Ripley who has her own interests and challenges.

Robert Prosky
as Wally

Robert Prosky plays Wally, a local character who interacts with the visiting families.

Ian Giatti
as Ben Ripley

Ian Giatti portrays Ben Ripley, the younger son of Chet and Connie Ripley.

Hilary Gordon
as Cara Craig

Hilary Gordon plays Cara Craig, the daughter of Roman and Kate Craig.

Rebecca Gordon
as Mara Craig

Rebecca Gordon portrays Mara Craig, another daughter of Roman and Kate Craig.

Zoaunne LeRoy
as Juanita

Zoaunne LeRoy plays Juanita, adding to the local flavor of the community.

Nancy Lenehan
as Waitress

Nancy Lenehan portrays a waitress who serves the characters during their vacation.

John Bloom
as Jimbo
Lewis Arquette
as Herm
Britt Leach
as Reg
Cliff Bemis
as Boat Yard Owner
Paul Hansen
as Hot Dog Vendor
Debra Lee Ortega
as Dancing Biker Girl
Sierra Somerville
as Girl in Arcade
Christine Spiotta
as Woman in Crowd
Chris Bass
as Lodge Patron
Shirley Harris
as Lodge Customer
Christopher Kinsman
as Irate Customer
Andy Prosky
as Grill Chef
Brian Healy
as Man in Crowd
Bart the Bear
as The Bald-Headed Bear (Jody)
Raleigh Bond
as Grandpa (uncredited)
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