Ernest Scared Stupid(1991)
A comedy so funny it's scary!
Ernest Scared Stupid Synopsis
Well-intentioned, eternally bumbling Ernest P. Worrell accidentally releases an evil demon from its sacred tomb. As the demon flexes its power and goes on a ruinous rampage, good-guy Ernest tries to step in to save the town from mass destruction. Trouble is, a 200-year-old curse has scared Ernest stupid, and that means hilarity all around! So, kick back and let the laugh-ridden adventures begin.
Ernest Scared Stupid (1991) is a comedy, family and horror film directed by John Cherry, released on October 11, 1991 with a runtime of 1h 31m. It stars Jim Varney, Bill Byrge, John Cadenhead and Austin Nagler. Viewers rate it 5.4 out of 10 across 216 ratings.
- Director:
- John Cherry
- Writers:
- John Cherry, Coke Sams, Charles Gale
- Producers:
- Stacy Williams
- Cinematographer:
- Hanania Baer
- Composer:
- Bruce Arntson
- Production:
- Touchwood Pacific Partners 1, Touchstone Pictures, Emshell Producers
- Status:
- Released
Ernest Scared Stupid (1991) Trailer
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Ernest Scared Stupid Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jim Varney
as Ernest
Bill Byrge
as Bobby Tulip
- John Cadenhead
John Cadenhead
as Tom Tulip
- Austin Nagler
Austin Nagler
as Kenny
Shay Astar
as Elizabeth
- Jonas Moscartolo
Jonas Moscartolo
as Trantor
Daniel Butler
as Cliff
- Larry Black
Larry Black
as Mayor Murdock
- Alec Klapper
Alec Klapper
as Joey
- Richard Woolf
Richard Woolf
as Matt
- Nick Victory
Nick Victory
as Mike
Eartha Kitt
as Old Lady Hackmore
Key crew
Directed by John Cherry, written by John Cherry, Coke Sams and Charles Gale, produced by Stacy Williams.
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Ernest Scared Stupid Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.4/10 from 216 ratings.
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Ernest Scared Stupid – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ernest Scared Stupid online?
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Ernest Scared Stupid (1991) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Ernest Scared Stupid?
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The main cast of Ernest Scared Stupid (1991) includes Jim Varney, Bill Byrge, John Cadenhead, Austin Nagler and Shay Astar. The film was directed by John Cherry. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Ernest Scared Stupid released?
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Ernest Scared Stupid was released on October 11, 1991 and runs for 1h 31m.
Is Ernest Scared Stupid worth watching?
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Ernest Scared Stupid (1991) holds an average rating of 5.4 out of 10 from 216 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, family and horror films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Ernest Scared Stupid?
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Yes. The official Ernest Scared Stupid trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.