Tarzan's Deadly Silence (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1970, Tarzan's Deadly Silence is an adventure film directed by Robert L. Friend, running about 88 minutes. “Guns, grenades and an army of men roar through the jungle to destroy the most dangerous animal alive...TARZAN!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tarzan tries to stop a bloodthirsty Colonel from taking over an African village with his soldiers of fortune. The ape-man has been rendered deaf by an exploding hand grenade, effectively limiting one of his keen senses. Tarzan relies on his telepathic powers to stop a lion. Woody Strode also appears in this film that combines two made for television episodes.
Who’s in it. Tarzan's Deadly Silence stars Ron Ely as Tarzan, Manuel Padilla Jr. as Jai, Jock Mahoney as The Colonel and Woody Strode as Marshak, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Tarzan's Deadly Silence has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tarzan's Deadly Silence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tarzan's Deadly Silence tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tarzan's Deadly Silence (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tarzan's Deadly Silence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tarzan's Deadly Silence worth watching?
- Tarzan's Deadly Silence holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tarzan's Deadly Silence?
- Tarzan's Deadly Silence stars Ron Ely, Manuel Padilla Jr., Jock Mahoney, Woody Strode and Nichelle Nichols.
- When was Tarzan's Deadly Silence released?
- Tarzan's Deadly Silence was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.