Ernest Collection

The Ernest Collection is a series of seven films centered on the escapades of Ernest P. Worrell, a character known for his good nature and absentmindedness. Released between 1987 and 1997, the collection comprises a total of 637 minutes of runtime with a reported budget of $9,000,000 and revenue of $76,741,282. The films chart a variety of situations Ernest finds himself in, often involving humorous mishaps stemming from his personality. For example, Ernest Goes to Camp (1987) follows Ernest's experiences at a summer camp, while Ernest Saves Christmas (1988) sees him attempting to rescue Christmas. The collection’s runtime spans 91 to 99 minutes per film. The series includes titles such as Ernest Goes to Jail (1990), Ernest Scared Stupid (1991), Ernest Rides Again (1993), Slam Dunk Ernest (1995), and Ernest Goes to Africa (1997). Revenue figures are available for some of the films, but not all. The collection as a whole represents a sustained output of comedic films over a decade. The total revenue generated across the seven films is $76,741,282.