Slam Dunk Ernest

Synopsis

In 'Slam Dunk Ernest', the lovable janitor Ernest P. Worrell finds himself at the center of a basketball competition to help a group of young kids save their local youth center. With his signature comedic charm and unstoppable enthusiasm, Ernest takes on the challenge of coaching the underdog team to victory against all odds. As the tournament unfolds, Ernest's hilarious antics and heartwarming camaraderie with the team inspire both the players and the audience. Filled with slapstick humor, heartwarming moments, and a lesson in the true meaning of teamwork, 'Slam Dunk Ernest' is a delightful family sports comedy that will leave you cheering for the underdogs.

Cast

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  Jim Varney

  Ernest P. Worrell

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  Cylk Cozart

  Barry

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  Aaron Joseph

  Quincy

• A.J. Bond

  Little Ernest

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  Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

  Archangel

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  Miguel A. Núñez Jr.

  T.J.

Reviews

Despite its low IMDb rating of 4.6/10, 'Slam Dunk Ernest' has garnered mixed reviews from critics. While some appreciate the nostalgic throwback to the lovable character of Ernest played by Jim Varney and the film's positive message about teamwork and determination, others find the humor to be dated and the plot predictable. Rotten Tomatoes highlighted that the film's charm lies in its unapologetically silly humor and heartfelt performances, earning it a 3.5/5 rating. On the other hand, Metacritic critics criticized the lack of originality and depth in the storyline, giving it a score of 45/100. Despite the varying opinions, one thing is certain - 'Slam Dunk Ernest' delivers on laugh-out-loud moments and heartwarming scenes that make it a fun watch for families.