

Tarzan's Fight for Life
1958-08-15 · 86 min · ★ 4.7
Dr. Sturdy is trying to establish a modern hospital in the jungle. His efforts are strongly opposed by Futa, the witch doctor, and Ramo, a native warrior.
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- Directors
- H. Bruce Humberstone
- Production companies
- Sol Lesser Productions
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Gordon ScottTarzan
Eve BrentJane
Rickie SorensenTartu, Tarzan's Adopted Son
Woody StrodeRamo
Jil JarmynAnn Sturdy
James EdwardsFuta
Carl Benton ReidDr. Sturdy
Harry LauterDr. Ken Warwick
Paulene MyersNative Mother
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