There's A '90s Dan Aykroyd Movie That's Supposed To Be A Comedy, But I Think It's Nightmare Fuel
In the 1980s, Dan Aykroyd starred in some of the decade’s most beloved comedies. Yet one of his projects stands apart—not for laughs, but for chills: the 1991 film Nothing But Trouble. Watching it, I’ll never view hot dogs the same way again.
If you’ve missed this film, that’s understandable. Though it aired frequently on cable, it failed to land with viewers despite its star-filled cast: Chevy Chase, Demi Moore, John Candy, and Aykroyd himself.
Looking back, what stands out now isn’t humor but discomfort—the movie’s eerie tone and awkward script overwhelm any comedic intent.
The Cast’s Star Power
- Chevy Chase had just come off National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, often cited as a top-tier holiday classic.
- John Candy had recently appeared in Home Alone.
- Demi Moore’s previous role was in the blockbuster Ghost.
- Dan Aykroyd had starred in My Girl earlier that same year.
With such impressive résumés, it’s hard to believe the same group collaborated on something as uneven and unsettling as Nothing But Trouble.
The Film’s Premise
The plot begins simply enough: a wealthy couple, played by Chase and Moore, embark on a road trip that leads them into the bizarre small town of Valkenvania—where the true nightmare begins.
“When I think back, I don’t remember the laughs; I remember the horrors of the movie.”
Author’s Summary: A star-studded cast couldn’t save Dan Aykroyd’s 1991 film Nothing But Trouble from becoming a surreal, unsettling misfire remembered more for its bizarre tone than its humor.