Cast of Ernest Goes to Jail

Jim Varney plays the lovable but bumbling Ernest P. Worrell, the main character who finds himself in a series of comedic situations after being mistaken for a criminal.

Gailard Sartain portrays Chuck, a friend of Ernest who gets caught up in the chaos when Ernest's mistaken identity lands him in jail.

Bill Byrge takes on the role of Bobby, another friend of Ernest who tries to help him navigate his way out of trouble.

Barbara Tyson plays Charlotte Sparrow, a character who crosses paths with Ernest during his time in jail.

Barry Scott portrays Rubin Bartlett, a figure in the prison who interacts with Ernest during his incarceration.

Dan Leegant takes on the role of Oscar Pendlesmythe, a character involved in the events that lead to Ernest's mistaken identity.

Charles Napier portrays the Warden, the authority figure in charge of the prison where Ernest finds himself locked up.

Jackie Welch plays the Judge who presides over Ernest's court case, adding to the comedic chaos of the situation.

Charlie Lamb appears as Another Con, a fellow inmate who interacts with Ernest during his time in jail.

Jim Conrad takes on the role of Eddie, a character who factors into the comedic escapades surrounding Ernest's mistaken identity.

Jeffrey Buckner Ford appears as the Defense Attorney, a character involved in the legal proceedings resulting from Ernest's predicament.