Slam Dunk Ernest
Synopsis
Ernest P. Worrell becomes a basketball star after an angel bearing an uncanny resemblance to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar gives him a pair of magic sneakers.
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Top Cast
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Jim Varney
Ernest P. Worrell
Cylk Cozart
Barry
Aaron Joseph
Quincy
A.J. Bond
Little Ernest
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Archangel
Miguel A. Núñez Jr.
T.J.
Lester Barrie
Willie
Colin Lawrence
Tommy T.
Richard Leacock
Walter
Jay Brazeau
Mr. Moloch
Douglas Newell
Head Guard
Henry O. Watson
Mr. Ellis
Brenda Crichlow
Jackie
Lossen Chambers
Dr. Love
Charles Payne
Opponent 1
Stevie Vallance
Erma
Stuart Davidson
Kid
Chris Turner
Bobby
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 20, 1995
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Cherry
- Screenplay & Story
- John Cherry, Daniel Butler
- Original Score
- Mark Adler
- Original Title
- Slam Dunk Ernest
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Emshell Producers, Pacific Motion Pictures, Touchstone Home Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Cherry
John Cherry, Daniel Butler
Mark Adler
David Geddes
Craig Bassett, Chris Ellis
Department Leadership Roster
John Cherry
Writer
Daniel Butler
Writer
John Cherry
Director
Craig Bassett
Editor
Chris Ellis
Editor
David Geddes
Director of Photography
Mark Adler
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Slam Dunk Ernest
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Slam Dunk Ernest about?
Ernest P. Worrell becomes a basketball star after an angel bearing an uncanny resemblance to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar gives him a pair of magic sneakers.
Who directed Slam Dunk Ernest?
Slam Dunk Ernest was directed by John Cherry.
Who stars in Slam Dunk Ernest?
The principal cast of Slam Dunk Ernest includes Jim Varney, Cylk Cozart, Aaron Joseph, A.J. Bond, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
When was Slam Dunk Ernest released and how long is it?
Slam Dunk Ernest was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Slam Dunk Ernest?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Slam Dunk Ernest was composed by Mark Adler.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Slam Dunk Ernest?
Slam Dunk Ernest holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).