Ernest Scared Stupid

1991 • 92 minutes

About this movie

Everybody's favorite know-it-all, Ernest P. Worrell, scares up heaps of hilarious laughs in this frightfully funny comedy! The loveable lunkhead is in for a devil of a time when he accidentally unleashes an evil demon from its sacred tomb, causing the awakened foe to go on a devastating rampage. Ernest desperately attempts to prevent the destruction of town, but a 200-year-old curse renders Ernest Scared Stupid! And that's when the fun and adventure begin! Loaded with uproarious hilarity, and a host of outrageously kooky characters, this treat delivers off-the-wall nuttiness that's sure to drive you wild any time of the year!

Ratings and reviews

Ernest Scared Stupid was a fun and nostalgic trip down memory lane. Jim Varney's goofy charm shines through as he takes on the role of Ernest, the lovable and accident-prone do-gooder. The film's blend of horror and comedy is perfect for a family-friendly Halloween movie, with just the right amount of scares to keep kids entertained without being too terrifying. The practical effects are impressive for their time, and the troll design is still pretty creepy.

Greatest Film of all time! This brings me right back to my childhood! It has generally funny and scary moments! This movie is a masterpiece of cinema and no movie of any genre will ever come close to being as great as it. Wish I could give 100 stars.

all the movies ernest has played in his series are my sons favorite. hes now 17 but he will still watch them..