Often available on platforms like Amazon Prime Video or Disney+ (availability varies by region). 📖 The Plot
While Ernest struggles to win over the kids with his clumsy attempts at nature lore, a corrupt mining corporation led by Sherman Krader targets the camp's land for its rare minerals. Ernest and his band of misfits must eventually team up to defend their home using makeshift weapons and classic slapstick warfare. Ernest Goes to Camp (1987) Ernest Goes to Camp(1987)
The 1987 slapstick classic stars Jim Varney as the lovable, rubber-faced handyman Ernest P. Worrell. It was the first feature-length film to center on the character, following his success in regional television commercials. ⛺ Quick Facts Release Date: May 22, 1987 Director: John R. Cherry III Box Office: Grossed $23.5 million on a $3 million budget Rating: PG (Mild violence and profanity) Often available on platforms like Amazon Prime Video