Tarzan the Ape Man (1981)
While on an African expedition with her father, Jane Parker meets Tarzan, and the two become fascinated by each other.
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Ivory King
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Riano
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Director:
John DerekWriters:
Tom Rowe (screenplay by), Edgar Rice Burroughs (based upon the characters created by), Gary Goddard (screenplay by)All Cast & Crew
Awards
2 wins & 10 nominations.Reviews & Commentary
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Trivia
Second of four films where Bo Derek was directed by her husband John. The others being Fantasies (1981), Bolero (1984), and Ghosts Can't Do It (1989).
Quotes
Jane:
Oh, God, tell me a story. Be a good daddy, tell me a story and make him go away.
Parker:
Yes, I will, Jane. I'll tell you a story. A story. A story. Humpty Dumpty. Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall. Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall! Humpty Dumpty had a great fall! All ...
Goofs
There are no wild reticulated or Burmese pythons in Africa.
Crazy Credits
Tarzan and Jane play with an orangutan throughout the end credits.
Alternate Versions
CBS edited 17 minutes from this film for its 1983 network television premiere.
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Plot Summary
Synopsis (WARNING: Spoilers)
Genres
Adventure | DramaDetails
Release Date:
24 July 1981Language
English
Country of Origin
USAFilming Locations
SeychellesBox Office
Budget:
$6,500,000 (estimated)
Gross USA:
$36,565,280
Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
$36,565,280
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