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Tarzan's New York Adventure (1942)

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This final "Tarzan" entry from the MGM assembly line is arguably one the least effective of the series, though it certainly has its adherents. It all begins when Boy (Johnny Sheffield), adopted son of Tarzan (Johnny Weissmuller) and Jane (Maureen O'Sullivan), is kidnapped from the jungle by crooked circus promoters Rand (Charles Bickford) and Shields (Paul Kelly) and spirted off to America. This requires Tarzan and his mate to adopt "civilized" clothes and head to New York City, with the

Unrated, 1 hr. 10 min.

Action & Adventure

William Lipman

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All Critics (6) | Top Critics (1) | Fresh (4) | Rotten (0) | DVD (1)

Wild plot has the ape man swinging on the Brooklyn Bridge. (Insert Tarzan yell here.)

October 30, 2004 Comment

The most enjoyable of the later Tarzan movies.

July 19, 2004 Comment
Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)

A good-natured romp that showcases Tarzan's selfless dedication to his family

July 19, 2004 Full Review Source: Film Freak Central | Comment
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This was pushing the limits of fandom. The jungle of Manhattan is not even close to the real jungle.

March 13, 2011
Yelverton
John Yelverton

Tarzan's New York Adventure (1942) While this is probably at the same level as the previous three films, it's refreshing to see Tarzan in civilization. Even in civilization many of the Tarzan trademarks are still used and the

February 12, 2009
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