Featured 17 episodes in a half-hour format including Super Chicken and Tom Slick segments. Live-Action Film
The character was inspired by the legend of Tarzan and a cartoon characterization of bodybuilder George Eiferman.
After surviving a plane crash in the African jungle as a baby, George was raised by gorillas and became the "King of the Jungle." He is exceptionally strong but hopelessly unintelligent and clumsy. 2. Major Media Adaptations Notable Details 1967–1970 Original Animated Series George de la jungla
George of the Jungle: A Comprehensive Franchise Overview George of the Jungle is an American media franchise centered on a dim-witted but big-hearted parody of Tarzan. Created by Jay Ward and Bill Scott, the series is famous for its slapstick humor, iconic theme song, and the recurring gag of George crashing into trees while swinging on vines. 1. Origin and Concept
Developed by Jay Ward and Bill Scott (creators of Rocky and Bullwinkle ) and premiered as an animated series on ABC in 1967. Featured 17 episodes in a half-hour format including
A Canadian-American co-production aired on Teletoon and Cartoon Network. 3. Key Characters
George of the Jungle 2 , a direct-to-video release starring Christopher Showerman. Flash-Animated Reboot iconic theme song
Starring Brendan Fraser as George. A commercial success grossing $174 million worldwide. Live-Action Sequel