Tarzan's Desert Mystery
1943, English. Directed by Wilhelm Thiele.
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A letter from Jane, who is nursing British troops, asks Tarzan's help in obtaining a malaria serum extractable from jungle plants. Tarzan and Boy set out across the desert looking for the plants. Along the way they befriend a stranded American lady magician.
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 52 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 26 December 1943
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Edward T. Lowe Jr., Carroll Young
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Tarzan Finds a Son!
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Tarzan's Secret Treasure
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Tarzan's New York Adventure
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Tarzan Triumphs
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Tarzan's Desert Mystery: quick answers
What should I watch before Tarzan's Desert Mystery?
Watch Tarzan Finds a Son! (1939), Tarzan's Secret Treasure (1941), Tarzan's New York Adventure (1942), and Tarzan Triumphs (1943) first, plus 3 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Tarzan's Desert Mystery?
Next in the series: Tarzan and the Amazons (1945), Tarzan and the Leopard Woman (1946), and Tarzan and the Huntress (1947).
Is Tarzan's Desert Mystery worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 52 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Tarzan's Desert Mystery?
Tarzan's Desert Mystery runs 70 minutes (1h 10m).
Does Tarzan's Desert Mystery have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Tarzan's Desert Mystery. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Tarzan's Desert Mystery parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Tarzan's Desert Mystery is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Tarzan's Desert Mystery on?
Tarzan's Desert Mystery is streaming on FlixFling in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tarzan's Desert Mystery?
If you liked Tarzan's Desert Mystery, try The Legend of Tarzan, Tarzan Finds a Son!, Tarzan Triumphs.
Who directed Tarzan's Desert Mystery?
Tarzan's Desert Mystery (1943) was directed by Wilhelm Thiele and stars Johnny Weissmüller, Nancy Kelly, Johnny Sheffield.