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Tarzan the Ape Man

1932·Movie
1h 40min·NR
78
GreatGoodWatch score

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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Romantic and nostalgic

  • Romance7
  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3

World

History

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Mothered by an ape—he knew only the law of the jungle—to seize what he wanted!

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.
Classic Adventure FilmTarzan AdaptationJungle RomanceHistorical SettingExotic AdventureAction-PackedNostalgic AppealWilderness Survival

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Questions about Tarzan the Ape Man

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Tarzan the Ape Man legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Tarzan the Ape Man worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tarzan the Ape Man rated?

NRViolenceSexual content

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and sexual content.

How long is Tarzan the Ape Man?

1 h 40 min

Tarzan the Ape Man runs 1 h 40 min.

Is Tarzan the Ape Man based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Tarzan the Ape Man?

Critics88
Audiences69

Not quite. Critics rate Tarzan the Ape Man higher (88) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Tarzan the Ape Man in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Tarzan the Ape Man?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tarzan the Ape Man in 15 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Tarzan the Ape Man use?

BlackfaceAdaptational Name ChangeElephant GraveyardAdapted OutSuper Swimming SkillsCity MouseStock FootageAlliterative NameAdaptational DumbassThe KindnapperCanon ForeignerAdaptation Distillationand 4 more

TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Tarzan the Ape Man, including Blackface, Adaptational Name Change, Elephant Graveyard.