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Ernest Goes to Africa (1997)

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The title says it all. There's a mix up involving stolen diamonds which Ernest has (naturally) made into a yo-yo and given to his would be girlfriend, Rene. But Rene wants a man of action, and doesn't think that Ernest fits the bill. After the bad guys come looking for the stolen diamonds and kidnap Rene, all of her fantasies come true as Ernest has to go to Africa to rescue her.

Release Date
June 27, 1997
Runtime
1h 30m
Rating
4.2/10 (65 votes)

Director: John Cherry

Cast: Jim Varney, Linda Kash, Jamie Bartlett, Robert Whitehead, Sello Sebotsane, Frank Opperman, Zane Meas, Ian Yule

Collection: Ernest Collection

Production: Emshell Producers, Active Entertainment
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Ernest Goes to Africa

Ernest Goes to Africa

4.2
90 min

The title says it all. There's a mix up involving stolen diamonds which Ernest has (naturally) made into a yo-yo and given to his would be girlfriend, Rene. But Rene wants a man of action, and doesn't think that Ernest fits the bill. After the bad guys come looking for the stolen diamonds and kidnap Rene, all of her fantasies come true as Ernest has to go to Africa to rescue her.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date6/27/1997
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Cast

Jim Varney

as Ernest P. Worrell

Linda Kash

as Rene Loomis

Jamie Bartlett

as Mr. Thompson

Robert Whitehead

as Prince Kazim

Sello Sebotsane

as Bazoo (Thompson's Thug)

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Frank Opperman

as Dobbs

Zane Meas

as Jameen

Ian Yule

as Ol' Man At Flea Market

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ernest Goes to Africa about?

The title says it all. There's a mix up involving stolen diamonds which Ernest has (naturally) made into a yo-yo and given to his would be girlfriend, Rene. But Rene wants a man of action, and doesn't…

How long is Ernest Goes to Africa?

1h 30m

When was Ernest Goes to Africa released?

June 27, 1997

Who directed Ernest Goes to Africa?

John Cherry

Who stars in Ernest Goes to Africa?

Jim Varney, Linda Kash, Jamie Bartlett

What genre is Ernest Goes to Africa?

Comedy, Family, Adventure

What is Ernest Goes to Africa rated?

PG