Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes

In this 1984 film directed by Hugh Hudson, the story follows a young boy who is raised by apes in the African jungle after his aristocratic parents are shipwrecked and perish. As he grows up, he becomes a part of the animal kingdom, only to later discover his true heritage as John Clayton, the heir to the Greystoke estate in England. The film stars Christopher Lambert in the titular role, with notable performances by Ian Holm and Andie MacDowell. The movie was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Adapted Screenplay. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.