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Tarzan the Ape Man (1932)

Movie ★ 6.6 100 min

Adventure

James Parker and Harry Holt are on an expedition in Africa in search of the elephant burial grounds that will provide enough ivory to make them rich. Parker's beautiful daughter Jane arrives unexpectedly to join them. Jane is terrified when Tarzan and his ape friends abduct her, but when she returns to her father's expedition she has second thoughts about leaving Tarzan.

W.S. Van Dyke Director Ivor Novello Writer Cyril Hume Writer

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Quick facts

Released
March 22, 1932
Runtime
100 min
Rating
NR
Budget
$652,675
IMDb
tt0023551
Country
United States
Language
English
Studio
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Themes

Cast

Johnny Weissmüller Johnny Weissmüller Tarzan Maureen O'Sullivan Maureen O'Sullivan Jane Parker Neil Hamilton Neil Hamilton Harry Holt C. Aubrey Smith C. Aubrey Smith James Parker Doris Lloyd Doris Lloyd Mrs. Cutten Forrester Harvey Forrester Harvey Beamish Ray Corrigan Ray Corrigan Ape (uncredited) Ivory Williams Riano Johnny Eck Johnny Eck Bird Creature (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Tarzan the Ape Man about?
James Parker and Harry Holt are on an expedition in Africa in search of the elephant burial grounds that will provide enough ivory to make them rich. Parker's beautiful daughter Jane arrives unexpectedly to join them. Jane is terrified when Tarzan and his ape friends abduct her, but when she returns to her father's expedition she has second thoughts about leaving Tarzan.
Who directed Tarzan the Ape Man?
Tarzan the Ape Man was directed by W.S. Van Dyke.
Who stars in Tarzan the Ape Man?
Tarzan the Ape Man stars Johnny Weissmüller, Maureen O'Sullivan, Neil Hamilton, C. Aubrey Smith.
When was Tarzan the Ape Man released?
Tarzan the Ape Man is a 1932 adventure film.
Where can I watch Tarzan the Ape Man?
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