The story follows Tarzan as he navigates a tense relationship between a modern medical missionary, , and a local tribe ruled by the hostile witch doctor, Futa . While Dr. Sturdy attempts to establish a hospital to treat the natives, Futa views the "white man's medicine" as a threat to his power.
Original sets of 8x10 color lobby stills were used by theaters to promote the film's local engagement.
The legendary athlete and actor Woody Strode appears as Ramo , Futa's henchman, in one of his notable early roles. The Legacy of Gordon Scott
This was a rare early color entry for the series, utilizing Eastmancolor to bring the jungle scenery to life.
Gordon Scott is often cited by fans and historians as one of the best physical embodiments of the character. Unlike some of his predecessors who played a more "primitive" Tarzan, Scott’s version in this film began the transition toward a more articulate and intelligent hero, a trend that would fully culminate in his later film, Tarzan's Greatest Adventure . Collectibles and Memorabilia
Argentine one-sheets and U.S. half-sheets are common finds on sites like eBay .