Storyline
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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Cast & Crew
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Ernest Goes to Africa was released on June 27, 1997.
The runtime of Ernest Goes to Africa is 1h 30m.
Ernest Goes to Africa is a Comedy, Family, Adventure movie.
Ernest Goes to Africa has a rating of 4.1 out of 10 on TMDB.
Ernest Goes to Africa is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Ernest Goes to Africa was directed by John Cherry.
The main cast of Ernest Goes to Africa includes Jim Varney, Linda Kash, Jamie Bartlett.
Ernest Goes to Africa is originally in English.