Ernest Scared Stupid
Ernest P. Worrell accidentally unleashes a vengeful demon on Halloween, and despite his crippling fear, he must use all his clumsy charm to save the town from supernatural chaos.
“A comedy so funny it's scary!”
Synopsis
Ernest P. Worrell, a well-meaning but perpetually clumsy man, unintentionally frees an evil demon from its ancient tomb. As the demon demonstrates its power and begins causing widespread destruction, Ernest attempts to intervene and protect the town from disaster. However, a 200-year-old curse has left him terrified, resulting in comedic chaos. The film follows the ensuing laugh-filled misadventures.
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Principal cast & crew: 20
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Edited by Craig BassettShot by Hanania BaerScored by Bruce ArntsonDesigned by Chris August
Box Office
1991 · Box office
Grossed $14.1M worldwide
Worldwide gross
$14.1M
Opening weekend: $5.0M — 35% of its US run. Front-loaded — most of its money arrived opening weekend.
Opening week (7-day): $5.0M — 35% of its US & Canada run.
Peak 1,782 theaters
Also known as
- Chaotisches Halloweende
- La leyenda del trolles
- Ernest à la chasse aux monstresfr
- Ernesto e una spaventosa ereditàit
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