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Tarzan
Edgar Rice Burroughs · Book · 1914
What hooked you in Tarzan was the visceral connection between human survival and the untamed, primal power of the wild.
Start with the source
Adaptation
Tarzan
Film · 1999
Adaptation
Tarzan & Jane
Film · 2002
Adaptation
Tarzan II
Brian Smith · Film · 2005
Films on the same thread
The Jungle Book
Jon Favreau · Film · 2016
If Tarzan captivated you with its portrait of a man raised by animals, you will find a similar emotional resonance in Mowgli's journey of self-discovery within the jungle.
George of the Jungle
Sam Weisman · Film · 1997
While Tarzan established the archetype of the man raised by animals, this film provides a comedic lens on the fish-out-of-water experience that explores the same primal background.
Planet of the Apes
Franklin J. Schaffner · Film · 1968
Tarzan explored the delicate line between civilization and savagery, a theme mirrored here as a human finds himself at the mercy of an ape-ruled society on a distant planet.
RRR
S. S. Rajamouli · Film · 2022
The bold, action-oriented storytelling found in Tarzan is echoed in this epic tale of revolutionary brotherhood, where the drive to protect one's own people mirrors the ape-man's loyalty.
Series on the same thread
Primal
Genndy Tartakovsky · Series · 2019
The bond between a man and his wild companions in Tarzan finds a brutal, primal parallel here as a caveman fights for survival alongside a prehistoric creature.
Africa
Series · 2013
If the vivid, immersive setting of Tarzan was your favorite element, this documentary series offers an authentic look at the majestic and dangerous African landscapes that inspired Burroughs.
Black Sails
Robert Levine · Series · 2014
Tarzan explores the struggle for dominance in a wild environment, a conflict reflected in these high-stakes pirate power struggles where survival depends on wit and raw strength.
Jackie Chan Adventures
John Rogers · Series · 2000
The sense of globe-trotting adventure that defines Tarzan is present in this series, where a found family travels the world to secure powerful artifacts against sinister forces.
Podcasts on the same thread
Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media · Podcast · 2026
The human-wildlife conflict that anchors Tarzan takes a factual turn here, as experts analyze the reality of apex predators and the extreme conditions of natural survival.
Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard
Podcast Heat · Podcast · 2026
Much like the legendary status of Tarzan in pulp fiction, this podcast explores the behind-the-scenes realities of wrestling icons who have shaped their own larger-than-life myths.
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Common questions
What is the correct order to watch the Tarzan movies?
The animated film Tarzan was released in 1999. It was followed by the sequels Tarzan and Jane in 2002 and Tarzan II in 2005. These adaptations follow the journey of the character as he learns to survive and communicate with animals in the jungle.
Is the Tarzan book the original source for the movies?
Yes, the 1914 book Tarzan by Edgar Rice Burroughs serves as the original source material. The story details how the ape-man was raised by the great ape Kala and learned the secrets of the jungle to survive before being adapted into various film versions.
How long is the original Tarzan story?
The original Tarzan story is contained within the 1914 novel written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. It follows the life of the ape-man from his childhood being raised by the great ape Kala to his experiences learning to swing through the trees and interact with the wildlife.
Should I watch Tarzan II after seeing the 1999 movie?
Yes, Tarzan II is a direct follow-up to the 1999 movie Tarzan. Watching the original film first provides the necessary background on how the character was raised by the great ape Kala and mastered the skills required to navigate the savage African jungle.