The 1966 Tarzan television series, starring Ron Ely, represents a landmark moment for Edgar Rice Burroughs' iconic character. This version moved away from the "Me Tarzan, You Jane" stereotype, presenting an articulate, well-educated Lord Greystoke who willingly returned to his jungle roots. For fans looking to revisit this sophisticated era of the Jungle Lord, the Internet Archive offers an invaluable resource to stream or download episodes from the show's two-season run. A New Look for a Classic Legend
Lone Ranger/Tarzan Adventure Hour: Related content from the later 1966 animated era, such as the "Lone Ranger Cartoon Collection 1966," is also available. tarzan 1966 internet archive exclusive
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| Feature | YouTube Bootleg | Tarzan 1966 Internet Archive Exclusive | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Resolution | 360p - 480p (upscaled) | True 1080p (from 16mm) | | Run Time | 85 minutes (TV cut) | 88 minutes (Uncut theatrical) | | Audio | Mono, compressed | 2.0 LPCM (Lossless) | | Extras | None | Press kit, Radio interview, Alternate dubs | | Cost | Free (with ads) | Free (No ads, Public library model) | The 1966 Tarzan television series, starring Ron Ely
While many remember the Johnny Weissmuller films, the '60s NBC series offered a "new look" that radically shifted the character’s dynamic. For the first time, Tarzan was portrayed as a well-educated man (Lord Greystoke) who, tired of civilization, returned to the African jungle where he was raised. Why This Version is a Cult Classic When embedding or sharing the Archive link, always