Tarzan's Desert Mystery 1943
“CHEER as Boy and Cheetah outwit Tarzan's captors!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 70 minutes
- Director
- Wilhelm Thiele
- Network
- Sol Lesser Productions
- Where to Stream
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What is Tarzan's Desert Mystery?
Tarzan's Desert Mystery is a 1943 American Tarzan film directed by Wilhelm Thiele and starring Johnny Weissmuller and Nancy Kelly. Like its immediate predecessor, Tarzan Triumphs, the film mentions Tarzan's mate, Jane, but does not show her on screen.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1943
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 70 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 26, 1943
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Sol Lesser Productions
- Genres
- Action, Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 52 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~70 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Sol Lesser Productions
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Overview
Tarzan's Desert Mystery is a 1943 American Tarzan film directed by Wilhelm Thiele and starring Johnny Weissmuller and Nancy Kelly. Like its immediate predecessor, Tarzan Triumphs, the film mentions Tarzan's mate, Jane, but does not show her on screen. The story begins when a letter arrives from Jane, who is nursing British troops, asking Tarzan's help in obtaining a malaria serum that is extractable from jungle plants. In response to the request, Tarzan and Boy set out across the desert looking for the plants. Along the way, they befriend a stranded American lady magician. During the course of events, Boy and Cheetah outwit Tarzan's captors. The film was released in the United States on December 26, 1943, has a runtime of one hour and ten minutes, and falls under the action and adventure genres. Additional cast members include Johnny Sheffield and Otto Kruger.
Should you watch it?
“Tarzan and Boy cross the desert to find medicinal plants requested by Jane for British troops.”
- Features the iconic portrayal of Tarzan by Johnny Weissmuller
- Includes a unique narrative detour involving an American lady magician
- Showcases a high-stakes mission to secure malaria serum for troops
- The 1943 production style may feel dated to modern viewers accustomed to contemporary special effects
Watch it if you enjoy classic action-adventure films featuring the legendary Tarzan character.
The film maintains a brisk 70-minute pace typical of its era and is suitable for general audiences interested in historical action cinema.
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Where can I stream Tarzan's Desert Mystery?
Streaming availability for this 1943 title varies by region and platform; check major digital rental services for current listings.
Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of Johnny Weissmuller's Tarzan series or those interested in 1940s adventure cinema.
How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of one hour and ten minutes.
Is this part of a larger series?
Yes, this film is part of the Tarzan collection featuring Johnny Weissmuller.
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