Grab your Halloween candy and get ready for a trip down memory lane! In this week’s episode of Underrated Favorites, we’re diving into one of the quirkiest, most bizarre Halloween movies of the 90s: Ernest Scared Stupid.

Does this slapstick-fueled, troll-hunting, milk-throwing comedy from the mind of Jim Varney belong in the cult classic section of your spooky season lineup? Or is it just a relic of 90s cheese that’s best left in the bargain bin?

We’ll take a deep dive into what worked (or didn’t) in this family-friendly horror flick. From Ernest’s goofball antics to the surprisingly creepy practical effects, we’ll break down how the film’s unique blend of horror and humor hit (or missed) the mark. We’ll also explore the nostalgic factor: was this a movie that shaped childhood Halloweens, or is it a forgotten footnote in Ernest P. Worrell’s cinematic journey?

And of course, we’ll answer the big question: Is Ernest Scared Stupid an Underrated Favorite or a Certified Flop?

Tune in, grab your wooden doll (maybe leave the milk out), and let’s settle this once and for all!

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