Ernest Goes to Camp

In this 1987 comedy, the lovable and bumbling Ernest P. Worrell, played by Jim Varney, finds himself working as a handyman at a summer camp. As the camp faces the threat of closure due to a corporate takeover, Ernest inadvertently becomes the unlikely hero who rallies the campers and staff to save their beloved retreat. Directed by John R. Cherry III, the film is a lighthearted adventure filled with slapstick humor and heartwarming moments. While it didn’t receive any major awards, it remains a nostalgic favorite for fans of the Ernest series. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.