What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Legend of Tarzan
David Yates · Film · 2016
If you loved The Legend of Tarzan, start with Tarzan (Edgar Rice Burroughs, 1914) — a book from the same story. Below: 2 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Legend of Tarzan across media.
What hooked you in The Legend of Tarzan was the visceral collision between untamed wilderness and the desperate struggle for survival.
Start with the source
Adaptation
Tarzan
Film · 1999
Adaptation
Tarzan & Jane
Film · 2002
Books on the same thread
Tarzan and the Foreign Legion
Edgar Rice Burroughs · Book · 1975
Shares a thread with The Legend of Tarzan: Jungle Adventure.
If you enjoyed the heroic leadership and jungle warfare in The Legend of Tarzan, this classic tale mirrors the same spirit of survival against overwhelming odds and brutal enemies.
Tarzan and the City of Gold
Edgar Rice Burroughs · Book · 1975
Shares a thread with The Legend of Tarzan: Jungle Adventure.
Much like the perilous jungle encounters in The Legend of Tarzan, this story captures the high-stakes tension of being trapped in a savage world governed by ruthless power.
Series on the same thread
The Legend of Korra
Bryan Konietzko · Series · 2012
Explores: Coming-of-Age, Spiritual Journey, Balance and Harmony.
Just as The Legend of Tarzan explores the burden of a legendary identity, this series follows a hero navigating the complex balance between personal growth and duty to others.
Planet Earth II
Series · 2016
Explores: Survival, Animal Behavior, Natural Wonders.
If the sweeping natural vistas of The Legend of Tarzan captivated you, this documentary provides a deeper, real-world look at the harsh environments and animal resilience depicted onscreen.
Attack on Titan
Series · 2013
Explores: Survival, Existential Horror, Loss of Innocence.
The Legend of Tarzan highlights the battle between civilization and primal threats, a theme mirrored here as humanity fights for survival against terrifying forces within an unforgiving landscape.
Vikings
Michael Hirst · Series · 2013
Explores: Power Struggle, Exploration, Warrior Culture.
The Legend of Tarzan focuses on a man shaped by his environment, much like this saga follows a legendary warrior whose identity is forged through exploration and tribal conflict.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Adventure Zone
The McElroys · Podcast · 2026
Explores: improvised storytelling, group dynamics, high fantasy satire.
While The Legend of Tarzan takes its jungle roots seriously, this podcast offers a humorous, collaborative perspective on the same spirit of high-stakes exploration and daring heroic fantasy.
Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Human-wildlife conflict, Apex predators, Biological survival.
The Legend of Tarzan emphasizes the danger inherent in the wild, and this podcast provides a grounded, expert-led examination of the intense human-animal conflicts featured in those stories.
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Common questions
Is The Legend of Tarzan a direct sequel to the 1999 movie?
No, The Legend of Tarzan is not a sequel to the 1999 animated film. It is a separate live-action adaptation directed by David Yates that focuses on Tarzan returning to the jungle from his life in London to investigate a mining encampment.
What order should I watch The Legend of Tarzan and the other films?
There is no required viewing order because The Legend of Tarzan, the 1999 movie, and the 2002 film Tarzan & Jane are independent adaptations. You can watch them in any sequence as each film presents its own interpretation of the character and his experiences.
Does The Legend of Tarzan follow the original 1914 book?
The Legend of Tarzan is inspired by the character created in the 1914 book, but it features an original storyline. While the book establishes the character's origins, this 2016 film depicts Tarzan already living in London before he is called back to the jungle for a specific mission.
How long is The Legend of Tarzan compared to the 1999 movie?
The Legend of Tarzan is a live-action film directed by David Yates that explores the character's return to the jungle. It is a distinct production from the 1999 animated movie, and they are separate works that do not share a continuous runtime or narrative structure.