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Ernest Saves Christmas (1989)

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Reviews Counted:13

Fresh:5

Rotten:8

Average Rating:4.7/10

Runtime: 1 hr 35 mins

Genre: Comedies

Synopsis: When Santa Claus decides to retire and pass on his magic bag of Christmas surprises to a new st. Nick, he enlists the aid of a hilarious assortment of characters, including Ernest P. Worrell.

Starring: Jim Varney, Douglas Seale, Oliver Clark, Noelle Parker

Starring: Jim Varney, Douglas Seale, Oliver Clark, Noelle Parker

Director: John R. Cherry

Director: John R. Cherry

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Sep 3, 2002

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  • Ernest Saves Christmas
  • High-flying reindeer! Mischievous elves! Warp-speed sleigh rides! Get set for a magical dose of holiday cheer, zany season's greetings, and spell-binding special effects in this fast-paced, heartwarming comedy hit! When Santa Claus decides to retire and pass on his magic bag of Christmas surprises to a new St. Nick, he enlists the aid of a hilarious assortment of characters, including that lovable know-it-all Ernest P. Worrell (Emmy Award-winning comedian Jim Varney)! Along the way, Santa and Ernest help a cynical teen experience the season's spirit like never before. And that's where the fun -- and magic -- begin! ERNEST SAVES CHRISTMAS ... one delightful, surprising tale you'll never forget!
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    Philip Martin
    Philip Martin
    Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    Is this guy qualified to save an entire holiday?

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    07/27/02
    Scott Weinberg
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    eFilmCritic.com

    No review available.

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    08/14/03
    Tony Toscano
    Tony Toscano
    Talking Pictures (U.S.)

    Ernest's best film. Actually quite funny.

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    10/24/03
    Gerry Shamray
    Gerry Shamray
    Sun Newspapers of Cleveland

    Surprisingly good-natured and harmless.

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    08/24/03
    Ken Hanke
    Ken Hanke
    Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)

    A Christmas classic. Jim Varney is sorely missed in my heart.

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    05/22/04
    Luke Y. Thompson
    Luke Y. Thompson
    New Times

    A reminder [that] movies don't always have to be deep or artful to be enjoyable. Sometimes all you need is fun and a short nostalgia fix.

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    09/29/03
    Ryan Cracknell
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    Typical yet frequently goofy fun Ernest flick.

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