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Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain

1989Movie21 minNR

ComedyFamily
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0

A heartwarming, nostalgic comedy movie.

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for tears, big ideas or scares.

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Look Vern it's Splash Mountain

An exciting mock documentary produced for the opening of the Splash Mountain attraction at Disneyland. Ernest Goes To Splash Mountain chronicles the adventures of Ernest P. Worrell who trains as America's first "Splashtranaut" destined to become the very first person to conquer the mountain. Ralph Story, veteran news anchor and his team are determined to cover the momentous event by every angle possible.

Feels like

  • Mockumentary Comedy
  • Disney Park Promotion
  • Slapstick Humor
  • Nostalgic 80s Charm
  • Family Friendly
  • Absurd Premise
  • Ernest P. Worrell Icon
  • Light-hearted Adventure
  • Self-Aware Satire

Cast

2 of 2

Crew

Directed by
John Cherry

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

July 7, 1989 · 21 min · NR

Released
July 7, 1989
Runtime
21 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Comedy, Family
Original language
English
Made in
United States, Canada

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain worth watching?"

Questions about Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55 (IMDb 6).

Is Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly slapstick (8 of 10) and situational comedy (7 of 10).

Will I feel good after watching Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for wholesome and 8 for hopefulness.