Ernest Goes to Jail Cast
The cast of Ernest Goes to Jail.
Jim Varney
as Ernest P. Worrell

Jim Varney plays Ernest P. Worrell, a well-meaning but clumsy man who ends up in jail due to a mix-up.

Gailard Sartain
as Chuck

Gailard Sartain portrays Chuck, a friend of Ernest who often finds himself entangled in his antics.

Bill Byrge
as Bobby

Bill Byrge plays Bobby, another friend of Ernest who supports him through his misadventures.

Barbara Tyson
as Charlotte Sparrow (as Barbara Bush)

Barbara Tyson appears as Charlotte Sparrow, a character inspired by public figures, who gets involved in the story.

Barry Scott
as Rubin Bartlett

Barry Scott takes on the role of Rubin Bartlett, a key character that interacts with Ernest and the other inmates.

Randall "Tex" Cobb
as Lyle
Dan Leegant
as Oscar Pendlesmythe

Dan Leegant portrays Oscar Pendlesmythe, a character that contributes to the comedic elements of the film.

Charles Napier
as Warden

Charles Napier plays the Warden, who oversees the prison where Ernest finds himself.

Jackie Welch
as Judge

Jackie Welch appears as the Judge, who plays a role in the courtroom scenes.

Charlie Lamb
as Another Con

Charlie Lamb plays Another Con, an inmate who interacts with Ernest and adds to the humor.

Jim Conrad
as Eddie

Jim Conrad portrays Eddie, another character who adds depth to the prison community.

Jeffrey Buckner Ford
as Defense Attorney (as Buck Ford)

Jeffrey Buckner Ford plays the Defense Attorney, representing Ernest in legal matters.

Bruce Arntson
as Juror
Mike Montgomery
as Warden's Assistant
Mike Hutchinson
as Gate Guard
Badd Catt
as Jail Guard (uncredited)
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