On IMDB, the film has a rating of 5.4/10, based on over 2,500 user reviews. While it's not a stellar rating, it's clear that the film has developed a dedicated fan base over the years.

The 1980s saw a resurgence of interest in Tarzan, with the release of several films, including "Tarzan, the Man-ape" (1980) and "Tarzan and the Lost City" (1998). However, it was the 1999 Disney animated film "Tarzan" that brought the character to a new generation of audiences, with a more nuanced and sensitive portrayal of the jungle hero.