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: This version, starring Bo Derek, was controversial for focusing heavily on nudity and eroticism, moving the franchise away from traditional adventure and toward the "blue" category. Classic Tarzan Movie Recommendations
: Starring Herman Brix (Bruce Bennett), this serial was uniquely co-produced by creator Edgar Rice Burroughs and portrayed an intelligent, cultured Tarzan. Vintage Movie Recommendations Film Title Key Highlights Tarzan and His Mate Pre-Code adventure; often ranked #1 by fans. Tarzan's Magic Fountain First Lex Barker film; explores the "Blue Valley" mystery. Tarzan's Greatest Adventure Video Blue Film Tarzan X
: Introduces the character "Boy" (Johnny Sheffield) after he is rescued from a plane crash. Early Silent and Serial Classics : This version, starring Bo Derek, was controversial
(1939) : Introduced Johnny Sheffield as "Boy" to satisfy Motion Picture Production Code requirements for a "family" unit. Tarzan Triumphs Tarzan's Magic Fountain First Lex Barker film; explores
Edgar Rice Burroughs, the creator of Tarzan, was notoriously protective of his character. Throughout the 1920s-1960s, Burroughs Inc. strictly controlled the licensing, forbidding nudity or explicit sexual situations. The Johnny Weissmuller MGM era (1932-1948) is famous for its chaste, almost comical purity. Maureen O’Sullivan’s Jane wore more clothing than most suburban housewives.