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Tarzan 1966

★ 6.9/10 · 24 votes NR Action & AdventureDrama 2 seasons · 57 eps Ended
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What is Tarzan?

The television series Tarzan aired on NBC from 1966 to 1968. The series portrayed Tarzan as a well-educated character who had returned to the jungle where he had been raised.

Type
TV series
Year
1966
Status
Ended
Episodes
57
Runtime
46 minutes
First aired
Sep 8, 1966
Last aired
Apr 5, 1968
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC
Genres
Action & Adventure, Drama
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81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Action & Adventure #Drama
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Overview

The television series Tarzan aired on NBC from 1966 to 1968. The series portrayed Tarzan as a well-educated character who had returned to the jungle where he had been raised. The show retained many of the trappings of the classic movie series, including Cheeta, while excluding other elements. The series was part of a "new look" for the character that producer Sy Weintraub had introduced in previous motion pictures. After its initial run, CBS aired repeat episodes of the program during the summer of 1969. The series starred Ron Ely as Tarzan, who had grown tired of civilization. The production of the series included filming in Brazil for the first five episodes. The show can be found listed on various online databases, including The Movie Database and IMDb, which provide information on the cast and crew.

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“A well-educated Tarzan abandons civilization to return to the jungle where he was raised.”

Reasons to watch
  • classic cinematic style
  • well-educated protagonist
Keep in mind
  • lacks traditional character elements like Jane

Watch it if you enjoy classic adventure stories featuring the legendary apeman.

The series maintains the traditional tone and trappings of the classic motion picture franchise.

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Season 2 · 26 episodes
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When did the series air?

The series aired on NBC from 1966 to 1968.

Is Jane in the show?

No, the series excluded Jane as part of a new look for the character.

Is Cheeta featured?

Yes, the show retained the character of Cheeta.

Did any other network air the show?

Yes, CBS aired repeat episodes during the summer of 1969.

How is Tarzan portrayed?

Tarzan is portrayed as a well-educated character who has returned to the jungle.

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