James Pierce
Tarzan
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Synopsis
News of a hidden city and its diamonds attracts a band of thieves to Tarzan's estate. While he is away, the intruders capture a guide and a young woman, whose journey ends at a temple preparing a human sacrifice. Tarzan follows with his lion, Jad-bal-ja, to attempt a rescue.
Cast
DirectorsJ. P. McGowan
Inspirations
The film adapts Edgar Rice Burroughs's 1923 novel. James Pierce made his only screen appearance as Tarzan here; he later played the character on radio opposite his wife, Joan Burroughs, as Jane. The film survives after having once been considered lost.
Sources and availability
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Work catalogued as public domain in the United States.
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Availability checked on September 10, 2026.
Photograph credit
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- James Pierce — Film Booking Offices of America · Public domain
- Dorothy Dunbar — Fred Hartsook (1876-1930) · Public domain
