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Tarzan the Ape Man (1981)

Movie ★ 4.1 115 min

Action Adventure Comedy

The Tarzan story from Jane's point of view. Jane Parker visits her father in Africa where she joins him on an expedition. A couple of brief encounters with Tarzan establish a (sexual) bond between her and Tarzan. When the expedition is captured by savages, Tarzan comes to the rescue.

John Derek Director Gary Goddard Writer

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Quick facts

Released
August 7, 1981
Runtime
115 min
Rating
R
Box office
$36.6M
IMDb
tt0083170
Language
Studio
, Svengali Productions

Themes

Cast

Bo Derek Bo Derek Jane Porter Richard Harris Richard Harris James Porter John Phillip Law John Phillip Law Harry Holt Miles O'Keeffe Miles O'Keeffe Tarzan Steve Strong Ivory King Wilfrid Hyde-White Wilfrid Hyde-White Club Member (voice) Laurie Main Laurie Main Club Member (voice) Harold Ayer Club Member (voice) Akushula Selayah Nambia (Africa)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Tarzan the Ape Man about?
The Tarzan story from Jane's point of view. Jane Parker visits her father in Africa where she joins him on an expedition. A couple of brief encounters with Tarzan establish a (sexual) bond between her and Tarzan. When the expedition is captured by savages, Tarzan comes to the rescue.
Who directed Tarzan the Ape Man?
Tarzan the Ape Man was directed by John Derek.
Who stars in Tarzan the Ape Man?
Tarzan the Ape Man stars Bo Derek, Richard Harris, John Phillip Law, Miles O'Keeffe.
When was Tarzan the Ape Man released?
Tarzan the Ape Man is a 1981 action, adventure, comedy film.
Where can I watch Tarzan the Ape Man?
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