Ep 9. Tarzan and the Killer Lion
- Not Rated
- December 7, 1991
- 21 min
Tarzan season 1 episode 9, "Tarzan and the Killer Lion," follows Tarzan as he attempts to stop a lion who is attacking and killing villagers in the nearby area. Tarzan is asked to help when the local authorities are unable to handle the situation. He agrees to use his expertise in tracking and hunting to find the lion and send it back to the jungle before more people are hurt.
Tarzan begins his search for the lion by exploring the areas where the attacks have occurred. He observes the tracks and other signs left behind by the lion and uses them to determine where it might be hiding. Eventually, he comes across the lion in a cave and decides to try to subdue it using only his wits and strength.
After a tense confrontation, Tarzan is able to stun the lion and make it fall unconscious. He decides that it would be best to relocate the lion to a more remote area of the jungle where it won't be able to harm any humans. Tarzan uses his skills to create a harness and carry the unconscious lion on his back through the jungle.
During his journey, Tarzan is forced to confront his own feelings about violence and killing. He thinks about the balance between nature and human life and wonders if a lion has the right to kill humans who have encroached on its territory. Ultimately, he decides that the lion's actions are unacceptable and that he must do whatever it takes to protect the people of the village.
In the end, Tarzan is successful in relocating the lion to a new home deep in the jungle. He leaves it with enough food and shelter to ensure that it will no longer pose a threat to human life. The episode ends with Tarzan reflecting on the lessons he has learned about the importance of balance and respect for nature.
Overall, "Tarzan and the Killer Lion" is a thrilling episode that showcases Tarzan's strength, intelligence, and compassion. It poses difficult questions about the relationship between humans and animals and challenges viewers to think about how we can coexist peacefully with the natural world.
