Jim Varney was a heavy smoker (a pack a day or more), but never allowed himself to be filmed or photographed smoking because of how popular he was with kids. He was a class act and brought a lot of joy to people's lives.

I grew up in Ky. I met him when I was 9. At a random gas station. He went straight into character and hung with me for an hour. Class act

It’s been nineteen years since Jim Varney passed away at the age of fifty. Still missed amongst those of us who grew up watching his films.

Jim Varney lived on Kent Island. Used to see him in Kmart all the time. He was quick to strike up a conversation all the time. Good man. Funny as hell

Ernest Rides Again was the last one released in theaters. In an interview, Jim Varney said that playing Ernest killed his acting career because nobody could see him playing another character besides Ernest. His portrayal of Jed Clampette in the Beverly hillbillies was also amazing. R.I.P. Mr. Varney.

You guys forgot that he was Slinkydog from Toy Story 1 & 2!

Jim Varney had a big impact on how my sense of humor formed. I remember I would annoy the hell out of my mom by getting Ernest movies from Blockbuster every time we went.

I remember crying laughing when he was on the jury stand eating the pen

Another reason I love Nerd over Critic. Nerd sees the Ernest movies for what they were, real life cartoons that aren't meant to be taking seriously but still have a good message behind Ernest being a stand up goofy guy.

RIP Jim Varney. These movies were something else.

To answer whether Ernest really died at the end or not, there's actually a deleted epilogue after the bomb scene, which shows Ernest working behind a computer at his desk in the bank. The security guards are demonstrating a new computer security system to the bank manager, and right after Bobby "arms the computer", Ernest gets electrocuted at the mere press of a key. For a second he thinks he's cured of magnetism until some file cabinets start chasing him again, then the credits roll. This is the version I taped off network TV and watched over and over again long ago, so watching it now without that scene gives me a major case of Mandela effect. There are many other deleted scenes that can be found on YT, including Ernest (as Nash) getting a conjugal visit!

These guys can't even talk about this movie without cracking up. That's how you know you gotta see it.

Jim Varney was my idol growing up...Sure miss him! RIP

Jim Varney was so important to my childhood. RIP Earnest

Seeing James being unable to stop laughing over remembering this movie is the most wholesome thing I have seen.

Anybody else think Jim Varney and Mike Rowe are long lost brothers?? The resemblence is uncanny for some reason, hell they even dress alike lol

RIP Jim Varney! Ernest Goes to Camp is one of my fav movies.

The ink scene in that move nearly gave me a heart attack. I miss Jim Varney, i wonder if he would have still been doing the Ernest movies if he were still alive.

Ernest holds a special place in my heart forever.

Ernest goes to camp. Ernest scared stupid. Ernest saves Christmas. All classics.

Ernest didn't died, he went to a higher level of consciousness.

Whenever my dad doesn't understand me, he'll say, "What'cha mean, Vern?" almost constantly. Now I know where my dad got his sense of humor. Another awesome rental review.

Ernest Goes to Africa. It's so bad it's good.

The pen seen in the courtroom he's one of my favorite comedy scenes in any movie ever. Thanks guys this is fun

I'm so glad you guys loved this! Every time I brought up Ernest IRL people always bashed him. I watched the VHS as a kid probably 10+ times. RIP Jim.

Jim Varney was one of a kind. These Ernest movies were such a big part of my childhood. You will never see a character like that again.

I liked how you guys talked over each other sometimes. It made the conversation look more like a real conversation.

I love Jim Varney. Humble guy and a good soul. R.I.P.

I forgot how insane this movie was. Then again, all of Jim Varney's movies were insane.

RIP slinky dog. A truly class act that even when talked down to over Ernest was respectful to normal people.

I was born in 1989 and have very fond memories of the Ernest movies. Years later, I also have realized Jim was a genius and its sad to see him gone so soon.

Varney also voiced Slinky in Toy Story 1 and 2....

RIP JIM you made my childhood amazing. My kids have seen his comedic genius and they loved it as much as I did as a child, time doesnt matter,he was that good!

Verne, I don't feel so good. - Ernest in Avengers Infinity War

I can't tell you guys how much this series means to me... I am gonna download every episode and keep them all on my phone forever, in case of a bad day..

KZfaq needs more Ernest content, Jim Varney really was a genius.

Ernest goes to camp playing in the background priceless.

Suprised you guys didnt mention the scene where he tries to escape dressed as auntie nelda 😂

Glad you guys brought up that Justin talks over everyone.

Ernest goes to camp review please? Was my favorite movie growing up.

The Ernest films are classics that need to be preserved, such a fond part of my childhood and most of them still entertain/amuse me to this day.

Jim Varney was a true film legend! Ernest Rocked as the old lady with the Walker! Lmfao! He had so many characters, to many to list! He connected with people on so many levels especially with kids!The world is just not the same with out him!!!!!!!

The ink in the mouth scene is one of my all time favourite funny movie moments! Still cracks me up, talking hysterics here!

Ernest Goes to Camp was the best. Where else do you see a aerial attack of turtles. You can't beat it.

Jim Varney's a Legend and you really should do a Heavyweights review!!!

Ernest is still one of my favorite characters of all time.

Hands down the best Ernest film of all time. RIP Jim Varney; those movies were a big part of my childhood.

My favorite Ernest movie will always be Ernest Goes to Camp.

Hey guys, I would love to watch you talk about the Tremor movie series. Used to watch a lot of the original when I was a kid! Keep up the great work!

I gotta say, this is a MUCH better series than Half in the Bag... you guys just seem so enthusiastic and when you don't like something, it's not "cinematic garbage". I think this sort of commentary is just what I need in my life. Thanks so much for this!

In my childhood headcannon, Ernest and Pee Wee are Neighbors(they just don't hang around the same people in town).....

Bring back Justin, he was my favorite. Where can I send a letter threatening a boycott?

Please don't let it end this way; Rental Reviews are excellent and hilarious, and I love watching them~!

I recommend the Simpsons Episode "Bart Carny", in which Jim Varney voices Cooder.

This was always my favorite Ernest. I used to run around as a kid quoting the "I came, I saw, I got blowed up" line, but it never dawned on me until you reminded me that the movie just ends there

Ernest goes to camp is the best. Definitely nostalgic...

Jim Varney may be dead, but Ernest lives on

I just went and visted his grave today he was from my home town lexington ky

I am glad to see such a comedic genius such as Jim Varney gets some recognition, even if it's only KZfaq. Rip Jim.

I never noticed this before but looking at the Nash character, Jim Varney could have made a good Joker. Edit: Whoa!! I forgot Randall Tex Cobb was in this!

The gunfight standoff scene between Nash and Security Guard Bobbie (The thin, old guy) gave me goosebumps as a kid. Like Bobbie was a legit bad ass to me in that moment. “Freeze punk...make your play!”

"Is this how you treat your mother, I have a car overheating as we speak." "Alright ma'am" Cling " The doctor told me I only need to where the until the surgery."

Varney will always be missed R.I.P Jim Varney

Thank you so much for doing this one. The Ernest series of movies was my child hood!!! Laughed along with you guys. 😂🤣

Hey Vern, I can't even tell you how much I loved watching all of Jim Varney's movies growing up, sooooo much enjoyment out of them all. Loved that guy and so glad you guys did this! Thanks Vern

I love how they can't keep a straight face talking about this movie. Jim Varney was an amazing actor.

My favorite line is "Who would throw away a perfectly good dog?"

Love Cinemassacre updates. Consistency has been highly appreciated by us all. Keep up the great vids!!!

"Hey Vern! It's my family album! Knowhatimean?"

My lifelong love of absurd humor most definitely was formed thanks to Ernest

My favorite was always “Ernest Goes To Camp.”

you guys GOTTA do ernest goes to camp please

You guys should review the Beverly Hillbillies movie, one of Jim Varney's non Ernest roles.

Jim Varney is a astonishing comedian

I remember seeing Varney, as Ernest, appearing in commercials when I was a kid; notably the commercials he did for Braum's and some local commercials for a TV station in Houston (these were in the early-to-mid 80s). It was so cool to see him making movies with his Ernest character after that. Kinda like having a local band you like suddenly make it big.

I miss Jim so much, he was a big part of my childhood in the 80s and I’ve often felt there has been a big hole in comedy since the day he died.

what? i never thought the talking over you guys was bad. bring it back to 4 people!!

RIP Jim Varney. I loved watching the Ernest movies as a kid and remember going to see Scared Stupid in the theater. So good!!

Absolutely LOVE that you guys have so much love and respect for Jim Varney. He was absolutely amazing and a big part of my childhood.

This is such a classic movie, thank you for covering it.

I am seriously loving these Rental Reviews. Freaked was such a mind blowing episode since I didn't think anybody knew it existed. Keep it up!

I knew someone who was neighbors with Jim Varney and he was apparently just the best, nicest, most kind man on the planet.

During the OJ Simpson trial, the jury visited the crime scene. ...so there is a real life precedent of such a thing happening.

Somebody needs to edit him as the emperor in Star Wars

FINALLY! People who appreciate Ernest on the same level I do!

Jim Varney was such a highly underrated actor. I have thoroughly enjoyed most of the Ernest movies. My personal favorite is when he goes back to high school.

Jim Varney made me laugh so hard as a child. I really loved all his movies!! Thanks for doing this review. I'm going to have to rewatch them all now.

RIP Jim, thnx for helping to make a great childood!

Are they really going down to 3 people for these movie reviews? Or is this just a one time thing? The more people the better, honestly. The audio or whatever has never been an issue before.

James and crew.... I loved the 4-person layout. Please don't change

this is still one of my favorites movies of all time to this day. i used to have this movie on VHS and i watched it countless times growing up. out of all the Earnest Movies, this one i loved the most.

I loved Ernest Scared Stupid! Its the best one.

Kieran pays the perfect respect to the underrated legacy of Jim Varney, well said. 20:31

So nice to hear love for Ernest. My favorite series as a kid. Can't wait to hear you guys on scarred stupid and the Christmas film.

This was a fun video to watch, I didn't realize how much nostalgia I had for these movies. Dude was seriously a master of physical comedy.

used to rent these from blockbuster. was so sad as a kid when I heard he died

i liked it better when there was 4 of you guys in the video, it was a more realistic conversation, in real life people butt in and talk over each other but all the conversations were still really enjoyable to watch, it seemed like a bunch of friends sitting around discussing movies, this seems more polished and professional but not as fun, please go back to 4 of you in the reviews. thanks

When I was a kid watching this at my grandmas house the scene with the pen, had me DYING. I broke my spleen laughing at that. I remember vividly my sides hurting so bad laughing at that

Jim Varneys cousin was, and still is my parents next door neighbor, she has a lot of stories growing up with Ernest.