If you loved
Tarzan
Film · 1999
If you loved Tarzan, you will be drawn to these stories that explore the tension between belonging to two different worlds.
Start with the source
Adaptation
Tarzan & Jane
Film · 2002
Adaptation
Tarzan II
Brian Smith · Film · 2005
Books on the same thread
Curious George
Hans Augusto Rey and Margret Rey · Book · 1941
Just as Tarzan navigates his identity within an animal family, Curious George explores the humorous and chaotic experience of a creature trying to find his place in human society.
Black Beauty
Anna Sewell · Book · 1877
Like Tarzan, who is caught between his ape upbringing and his human nature, Black Beauty experiences the struggle of an animal navigating a world shaped by human expectations and kindness.
The Ironwood Tree
Tony DiTerlizzi, Holly Black · Book · 2004
Similar to how Tarzan discovers a hidden world beyond the jungle canopy, this story follows characters who stumble into a secret realm of magical creatures that challenges their reality.
Berenstain Bears
Stan and Jan Berenstain · Book · 1962
If you valued the focus on family loyalty in Tarzan, you will appreciate how this series centers on the growth and problem-solving dynamics within a close-knit family unit.
Series on the same thread
Candy Candy
Kyoko Mizuki · Series · 1976
Much like the orphan Tarzan searching for his true home, Candy's journey emphasizes the resilience required to find a sense of belonging after being raised in an orphanage setting.
Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas
Series · 2009
The bond between these orphans mirrors the deep connections found in Tarzan, focusing on how shared childhood history shapes one's destiny even after being pulled into separate paths.
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia
Guillermo del Toro · Series · 2016
You will recognize the internal conflict found in Tarzan as the protagonist of this series must navigate the pressures of balancing two different worlds while fulfilling an unexpected destiny.
Primal
Genndy Tartakovsky · Series · 2019
This series captures the raw survival instincts and unlikely cross-species friendship that defined Tarzan, highlighting the deep connection between a human figure and a wild animal companion.
Podcasts on the same thread
Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media · Podcast · 2026
If the human-versus-nature theme in Tarzan intrigued you, this exploration of extreme animal behavior provides a grounded, expert look at the reality of human and wildlife interactions.
S-Town
Serial Productions · Podcast · 2024
While the setting differs from Tarzan, you will find a similar investigation into the complexities of identity and the social structures that influence an individual's sense of belonging.
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Common questions
What order should I watch the Tarzan movies in?
You should start with the 1999 Tarzan film to understand his origin. Following that, you can watch Tarzan & Jane and Tarzan II to continue the story. These films follow the journey of the orphan raised by apes as he discovers his human identity.
Is Tarzan based on a book?
Yes, the 1999 film is inspired by the original Tarzan book published in 1914. The story centers on an orphan raised by an ape named Kala who must decide between his ape family and his human heritage after meeting Jane Porter.
Does Tarzan II follow the events of the first movie?
Tarzan II is a sequel that continues the narrative established in the 1999 Tarzan movie. It explores the life of the character who was raised by apes and eventually discovers his humanity after rescuing Jane Porter during an expedition.
What is the premise of the 1999 Tarzan movie?
The 1999 Tarzan film follows an orphan raised by an ape named Kala. After rescuing Jane Porter during an expedition, he discovers he is human. He is then forced to make a difficult decision regarding whether he belongs with his ape family or his own kind.