Ernest Goes to Africa

Ernest Goes to Africa (1997) is a comedy, family film directed by John Cherry rated 4.2/10.

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.

Cast

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

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