Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain

Name: Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain
Director: John Cherry
Genre: Comedy, Family
Released: 1989-01-01
Duration: 21 min
Rating: 4.8
Cast: Jim Varney, Danny Breen, Sheryl Bernstein

1989Dir. John Cherry21m

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Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain is a curious piece, blending that earnest charm of Jim Varney with the unique setting of Disneyland's Splash Mountain. The film carries a mock documentary style which is pretty playful, with Varney's physical comedy shining throughout, as he trains to be this 'Splashtranaut.' The pacing is light and breezy, fitting for a family-oriented experience, and there's this charming absurdity in how Ernest interacts with the theme park world. The practical effects—especially the water sequences—are quite amusing when considering the era. It captures that late '80s family vibe, and while it’s not a cinematic masterpiece, it’s fun to see how they brought the attraction to life in this unusual way.

Mockumentary stylePhysical comedy by Jim VarneyExplores theme park culture