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    TV Series

    The Legend of Bruce Lee

    IMDb6.9/10
    2008 - 2008
    45m/ep
    Ended
    Seasons: 1
    Episodes: 50

    The story of the legendary martial arts icon Bruce Lee following him from Hong Kong to America and back again, leading up to his tragic death at the age of 32.

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    Seasons & Episodes

    Episode 1

    1. Episode 1

    6

    When Bruce and his childhood friend Qin Xiao Man win a dance contest, the anti-Chinese bigotry at the mostly British school reaches the boiling point.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 2

    2. Episode 2

    When his first martial arts tutor returns from the United States, Bruce is inspired to study Kung Fu, a decision that will establish his destiny.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 3

    3. Episode 3

    Bruce's impatience with the basics of kung fu frustrates Master Ye until a practice fight proves that his student might be a prodigy.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 4

    4. Episode 4

    Eager to prove his skill, a frustrated Bruce picks a fight with a kung fu master and learns a valuable lesson about patience.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 5

    5. Episode 5

    Bruce, who's become an impressive fighter, wants to settle scores at school in the boxing ring, something for which he's completely unprepared.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 6

    6. Episode 6

    Bruce prepares to enter the boxing ring against Blair, but the outcome is far from certain when the time comes for the fight.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 7

    7. Episode 7

    Though saddened by Blair's departure for the United States, Bruce must focus on training if he's to beat a formidable opponent in the boxing ring.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 8

    8. Episode 8

    As Bruce trains for his bout in the ring, Master Ye strikes upon a controversial plan of attack. But Bruce isn't sure it can work.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 9

    9. Episode 9

    Bruce's skill attracts the attention of store owners, who hire him for protection. But a local street gang won't be scared away so easily.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 10

    10. Episode 10

    After gang member Ah-Liang attacks Bruce with his motorcycle, Bruce is rushed to the hospital and sinks into a deep coma.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 11

    11. Episode 11

    In the wake of the street gang's deadly attack on Bruce, an escalating battle leads his fearful parents to insist that he move to America.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 12

    12. Episode 12

    Bruce leaves for the United States and arrives in Seattle, where he stays with his Uncle Chao, gets a job and starts thinking about school.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 13

    13. Episode 13

    Bruce takes a job at a restaurant, where he's allowed to stay in the basement. But he soon falls for Betty, the object of the chef's affection.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 14

    14. Episode 14

    While juggling two part-time jobs and classwork, Bruce hopes to take on the karate team at the school's upcoming anniversary celebration.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 15

    15. Episode 15

    When a professor claims that kung fu is a form of witchcraft, an angry Bruce calls out Seattle's foremost fighter for a televised showdown.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 16

    16. Episode 16

    When he finds out a classmate is being bullied, Bruce confronts the culprit and knocks him unconscious with a single punch that attracts the police.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 17

    17. Episode 17

    Bruce starts college but is undecided about a major until a professor suggests philosophy, which perfectly fits Bruce's views on kung fu.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 18

    18. Episode 18

    Enthusiastic American girl Linda is mesmerized when she sees Bruce practicing kung fu and asks him to teach her everything he knows.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 19

    19. Episode 19

    As Linda and Bruce start dating, Bruce and Kimura seize an opportunity to promote the new kung fu school at an Asian cultural festival.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 20

    20. Episode 20

    Bruce draws a crowd at his Asian culture day demonstration, but he's humbled when a competitor with a grudge challenges him to a fight.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 21

    21. Episode 21

    After a humbling defeat, Bruce decides that studying other martial arts disciplines is the only way to become the kind of fighter he wants to be.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 22

    22. Episode 22

    Bruce challenges jiu jitsu master Wally Jay as part of his quest to hone his skills by learning other martial arts disciplines.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 23

    23. Episode 23

    Bruce creates controversy by publicly welcoming all challengers. When Yamamoto accepts the offer, it gives Bruce a chance to redeem himself.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 24

    24. Episode 24

    Arroyo's jealousy of Bruce and Linda's love leads him to violence. After a crushing defeat, Yamamoto trains a protégé to exact revenge.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 25

    25. Episode 25

    Bruce accepts Ed Parker's challenge without knowing that Yamamoto has taught him all of Bruce's moves. The ensuing fight changes both men forever.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 26

    26. Episode 26

    Bruce learns of an upcoming karate contest in Oakland, California, where he'll get the chance to face a three-time champion.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 27

    27. Episode 27

    Bruce faces Hoffman, who can't use his trademark kicks to win. But after the match, the two men become unlikely friends and learn from each other.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 28

    28. Episode 28

    Bruce plans an immediate move to Oakland to teach with Hoffman but doesn't bother to tell Linda. As they argue, he asks her to marry him.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 29

    29. Episode 29

    When Bruce and Linda move to Oakland to open the new studio, Kimura, Jesse and Uncle Chao come too. But an emergency soon requires Bruce's attention.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 30

    30. Episode 30

    Yellow Brat emerges to challenge Bruce with a bet, and if Bruce loses, he must close his studio. Meanwhile, Linda makes a big announcement.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 31

    31. Episode 31

    Bruce and Yellow Brat seem evenly matched, but only Bruce is fighting to keep his dream alive. The stakes have never been higher.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 32

    32. Episode 32

    Bruce struggles to recover from Yellow Brat's attack. In pain and watching his business decline, he makes a difficult decision.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 33

    33. Episode 33

    Bruce's struggle to get back on his feet continues. But while the doctors see surprising improvement, Linda keeps all the bad news to herself.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 34

    34. Episode 34

    When Linda brings baby Brandon to the hospital to visit his father, a chance incident leads to a nearly miraculous milestone.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 35

    35. Episode 35

    Bruce reopens the kung fu school, which is more popular than ever thanks to his inspiring comeback. Soon, he sets his sights on a new competition.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 36

    36. Episode 36

    Bruce's performance in a fight against Chuck Norris catches the eye of a Hollywood producer, who believes he's perfect for the movies.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 37

    37. Episode 37

    When the studio chiefs give the go-ahead to Bruce's movie, to be titled "Kung Fu," the ever-impetuous fighter immediately moves to Hollywood.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 38

    38. Episode 38

    As the script for "Kung Fu" takes shape, Bruce signs a contract with his agent and is asked to train a Hollywood star.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 39

    39. Episode 39

    Bruce discovers the actor he's been training will be the real star of "Kung Fu." Rather than return to Oakland, he starts teaching cops self-defense.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 40

    40. Episode 40

    Childhood friend Xiao Man is in love with Bruce, but he remains faithful to Linda. With Kimura's help, Bruce prepares for a street-gang showdown.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 41

    41. Episode 41

    Bruce returns to Hong Kong when he receives news that his father is gravely ill. While there, he sees Master Ye, who feels Bruce has betrayed him.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 42

    42. Episode 42

    Bruce lands the role of sidekick Kato in "The Green Hornet" TV series. Meanwhile, a Hong Kong studio chief sees movie potential in Bruce's style.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 43

    43. Episode 43

    Back home, Bruce signs a contract and begins filming "The Green Hornet" with an impressive performance that indicates his star is on the rise.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 44

    44. Episode 44

    Bruce is offered the lead in "The Big Boss" and makes plans to film a bout with a master Thai boxer for potential use in the movie.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 45

    45. Episode 45

    After signing on the dotted line with a film production company, Bruce feels confident that he's finally made the right decision.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 46

    46. Episode 46

    "The Big Boss" makes Bruce a big star, but the amount of control he wields on the set of his next film, "Fist of Fury," creates controversy.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 47

    47. Episode 47

    Bruce's script for "The Way of the Dragon" wows studio heads, who make him director and want to use it as the first film under a new company banner.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 48

    48. Episode 48

    "The Way of the Dragon" cements Bruce's worldwide stardom. But while making his first Hollywood movie, he collapses due to exhaustion.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 49

    49. Episode 49

    A series of mysterious, late-night phone calls sets Linda on edge. Later, Bruce returns home from the hospital and receives sobering news.

    10/4/200845 min
    Episode 50

    50. Episode 50

    Bruce is plagued with headaches on the set of "Game of Death." After the fight with Yellow Brat, he's taken on a fateful trip to the hospital.

    10/4/200846 min

    Cast