Ernest Goes to Jail
Guilty of Maximum Fun in the First Degree!
Bumbling bank janitor Ernest P. Worrell is assigned to jury duty, and soon finds himself in trouble when he is covertly switched with a look-a-like crime boss. Ernest must escape from jail to expose the mix-up.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Ernest Goes to Jail
- Genres: Comedy, Family, Crime
- Release Date: 1990-04-06
- Runtime: 81 minutes
- Rating: 5/10 (154 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $25,029,791
- Production Companies: Silver Screen Partners IV, Touchstone Pictures, Emshell Producers
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.9218
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Jim Varney
as Ernest P. Worrell
Gailard Sartain
as Chuck
Bill Byrge
as Bobby
Barbara Tyson
as Charlotte Sparrow
Barry Scott
as Rubin Bartlett
Randall "Tex" Cobb
as Lyle
Dan Leegant
as Oscar Pendlesmythe
Charles Napier
as Warden
Jackie Welch
as Judge
Charlie Lamb
as Another Con
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Ernest Goes To Jail
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernest Goes to Jail?▼
Ernest Goes to Jail is a Comedy, Family, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1990-04-06.
Who are the main actors in Ernest Goes to Jail?▼
The main cast includes Jim Varney, Gailard Sartain, Bill Byrge, Barbara Tyson, Barry Scott, .
Where can I watch Ernest Goes to Jail online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ernest Goes to Jail is available.
Is Ernest Goes to Jail based on a true story?▼
Guilty of Maximum Fun in the First Degree!
What is the IMDb rating of Ernest Goes to Jail?▼
Ernest Goes to Jail has an IMDb rating of 5/10 based on 154 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Ernest Goes to Jail?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $25,029,791 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Ernest Goes to Jail?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Silver Screen Partners IV, Touchstone Pictures, Emshell Producers. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Ernest Goes to Jail filmed?▼
Ernest Goes to Jail was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Ernest Goes to Jail?▼
The total runtime of Ernest Goes to Jail is 81 minutes.
Is Ernest Goes to Jail suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Ernest Goes to Jail?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ernest Goes to Jail.
Does Ernest Goes to Jail have a post-credit scene?▼
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