Ernest Saves Christmas
A Holiday Comedy Unlike Any Other!
When Santa Claus decides to retire and pass on his magic bag of Christmas surprises to a new Saint Nick, he enlists the aid of a hilarious assortment of characters. A perky teen runaway and hapless taxi driver Ernest P. Worrell must convince a skeptical kiddie-show host to take over the post of Father Christmas.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Ernest Saves Christmas
- Genres: Comedy, Family
- Release Date: 1988-11-11
- Runtime: 91 minutes
- Rating: 5.34/10 (188 votes)
- Budget: $6,000,000
- Revenue: $28,202,109
- Production Companies: Emshell Producers, Touchstone Pictures, Silver Screen Partners III
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.8084
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Jim Varney
as Ernest P. Worrell
Oliver Clark
as Joe Carruthers
Noelle Parker
as Harmony
Gailard Sartain
as Chuck
Billie Bird
as Mary Morrissey
Bill Byrge
as Bobby
Douglas Seale
as Santa
Robert Lesser
as Marty
Key Howard
as Immigration Agent
Jack Swanson
as Businessman
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Trailers & Clips
Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) | Official Trailer
Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) original theatrical teaser trailer [FTD-0262]
Ernest Saves Christmas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernest Saves Christmas?▼
Ernest Saves Christmas is a Comedy, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1988-11-11.
Who are the main actors in Ernest Saves Christmas?▼
The main cast includes Jim Varney, Oliver Clark, Noelle Parker, Gailard Sartain, Billie Bird, .
Where can I watch Ernest Saves Christmas online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ernest Saves Christmas is available.
Is Ernest Saves Christmas based on a true story?▼
A Holiday Comedy Unlike Any Other!
What is the IMDb rating of Ernest Saves Christmas?▼
Ernest Saves Christmas has an IMDb rating of 5.34/10 based on 188 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Ernest Saves Christmas?▼
The movie had a production budget of $6,000,000 and earned $28,202,109 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Ernest Saves Christmas?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Emshell Producers, Touchstone Pictures, Silver Screen Partners III. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Ernest Saves Christmas filmed?▼
Ernest Saves Christmas was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Ernest Saves Christmas?▼
The total runtime of Ernest Saves Christmas is 91 minutes.
Is Ernest Saves Christmas suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Ernest Saves Christmas?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ernest Saves Christmas.
Does Ernest Saves Christmas have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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