Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes facts for kids

Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes is a 1984 British adventure movie. It was directed by Hugh Hudson. The film is based on the famous book Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs, which was written in 1912. In the movie, Christopher Lambert plays the main character, Tarzan. The name Tarzan is not actually used in the movie's talking parts. Andie MacDowell plays Jane Porter, another important character. Other well-known actors in the film include Ralph Richardson, Ian Holm, and James Fox.

The movie was recognized for its quality. It received nominations for three Academy Awards. These nominations were for "Best Supporting Actor" (for Ralph Richardson), "Best Adapted Screenplay" (for the movie's story), and "Best Makeup."

Meet the Main Actors

This movie features many talented actors who bring the story to life.

Who Plays Tarzan?

• Christopher Lambert plays the adult John Clayton, also known as Tarzan.
• Several young actors played Tarzan at different ages:
  • Tali McGregor played Tarzan as a baby.
  • Danny Potts played Tarzan when he was five years old.
  • Eric Langlois played Tarzan when he was twelve years old.

Other Key Characters

• Ralph Richardson plays the Earl of Greystoke, Tarzan's grandfather.
• Ian Holm plays Capitain Philippe D'Arnot.
• James Fox plays Lord Charles Esker.
• Andie MacDowell plays Jane Porter. Interestingly, Glenn Close provided Jane's voice in the movie, though she was not credited for it.
• Cheryl Campbell plays Lady Alice Clayton, Tarzan's mother.
• Ian Charleson plays Jeffson Brown.

Images for kids

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  Floors Castle in Kelso, Scotland, was used as a filming location.

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  Hatfield House in Hertfordshire, England, also featured in the movie.

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  The beautiful Ekom Waterfall in Korup National Park, Cameroon, was used for jungle scenes.

See also

In Spanish: Greystoke, la leyenda de Tarzán, el rey de los monos para niños