Movie

Ernest Goes to Africa

★ 4.2(68)19971h 30m

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Good to know

Director: John Cherry
Release date: 1997-06-27
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Emshell Producers
Part of: Ernest Collection

Ernest Goes to Africa — trailer

About Ernest Goes to Africa

Ernest Goes to Africa is a 1997 movie in the Comedy, Family and Adventure genres, directed by John Cherry, starring Jim Varney, Linda Kash and Jamie Bartlett. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.2/10 from 68 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ernest Goes to Africa in Portugal — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Jim Varney

Ernest P. Worrell

Linda Kash

Rene Loomis

Jamie Bartlett

Mr. Thompson

Robert Whitehead

Prince Kazim

Sello Sebotsane

Bazoo (Thompson's Thug)

Frank Opperman

Dobbs

Zane Meas

Jameen

Ian Yule

Ol' Man At Flea Market

Washington Xisolo

Sinkatutu Chief

Charles Pillai

Kareem

Clare Marshall

Betty, Rene's Serving Mate (as Claire Marshall)

Dan Robbertse

Thug #1

Themes & keywords

diamondafricayo yo

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ernest Goes to Africa in Portugal?+

Ernest Goes to Africa is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Portugal. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Ernest Goes to Africa on Netflix?+

Ernest Goes to Africa is not on Netflix in Portugal right now.

How long is Ernest Goes to Africa?+

Ernest Goes to Africa has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in Ernest Goes to Africa?+

Ernest Goes to Africa stars Jim Varney, Linda Kash, Jamie Bartlett, Robert Whitehead and Sello Sebotsane.

When did Ernest Goes to Africa come out?+

Ernest Goes to Africa is a 1997 movie directed by John Cherry.

What genre is Ernest Goes to Africa?+

Ernest Goes to Africa is Comedy, Family and Adventure film.

Who directed Ernest Goes to Africa?+

Ernest Goes to Africa was directed by John Cherry.