Tarzan Escapes (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1936, Tarzan Escapes is an action and adventure film directed by George B. Seitz, running about 89 minutes. “It's New! It's amazing! 2 years to produce!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. White hunter Captain Fry tries to take Tarzan back to civilization, caged for public display. He arrives in the jungle with Jane's cousins, Eric and Rita, who want Jane's help in claiming a fortune left her.
Who’s in it. Tarzan Escapes stars Johnny Weissmüller as Tarzan, Maureen O'Sullivan as Jane, John Buckler as Captain Fry and Benita Hume as Rita Parker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Tarzan Escapes has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tarzan Escapes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tarzan Escapes tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tarzan Escapes (1936)?
- In US, Tarzan Escapes is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Tarzan Escapes worth watching?
- Tarzan Escapes holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tarzan Escapes?
- Tarzan Escapes stars Johnny Weissmüller, Maureen O'Sullivan, John Buckler, Benita Hume and William Henry.