Series
The Legend of Bruce Lee
Action & AdventureDrama
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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The brief but spectacular career of martial arts superstar Bruce Lee is recounted in this drama, starring Danny Chan as the enigmatic and driven Lee.
1Episode 14 Oct 2008 · 45m · ★ 6.0When 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.
2Episode 24 Oct 2008 · 45mWhen his first martial arts tutor returns from the United States, Bruce is inspired to study Kung Fu, a decision that will establish his destiny.
3Episode 34 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce's impatience with the basics of kung fu frustrates Master Ye until a practice fight proves that his student might be a prodigy.
4Episode 44 Oct 2008 · 45mEager to prove his skill, a frustrated Bruce picks a fight with a kung fu master and learns a valuable lesson about patience.
5Episode 54 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce, who's become an impressive fighter, wants to settle scores at school in the boxing ring, something for which he's completely unprepared.
6Episode 64 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce prepares to enter the boxing ring against Blair, but the outcome is far from certain when the time comes for the fight.
7Episode 74 Oct 2008 · 45mThough 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.
8Episode 84 Oct 2008 · 45mAs 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.
9Episode 94 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce'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.
10Episode 104 Oct 2008 · 45mAfter gang member Ah-Liang attacks Bruce with his motorcycle, Bruce is rushed to the hospital and sinks into a deep coma.
11Episode 114 Oct 2008 · 45mIn 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.
12Episode 124 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce leaves for the United States and arrives in Seattle, where he stays with his Uncle Chao, gets a job and starts thinking about school.
13Episode 134 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce 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.
14Episode 144 Oct 2008 · 45mWhile juggling two part-time jobs and classwork, Bruce hopes to take on the karate team at the school's upcoming anniversary celebration.
15Episode 154 Oct 2008 · 45mWhen a professor claims that kung fu is a form of witchcraft, an angry Bruce calls out Seattle's foremost fighter for a televised showdown.
16Episode 164 Oct 2008 · 45mWhen he finds out a classmate is being bullied, Bruce confronts the culprit and knocks him unconscious with a single punch that attracts the police.
17Episode 174 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce starts college but is undecided about a major until a professor suggests philosophy, which perfectly fits Bruce's views on kung fu.
18Episode 184 Oct 2008 · 45mEnthusiastic American girl Linda is mesmerized when she sees Bruce practicing kung fu and asks him to teach her everything he knows.
19Episode 194 Oct 2008 · 45mAs Linda and Bruce start dating, Bruce and Kimura seize an opportunity to promote the new kung fu school at an Asian cultural festival.
20Episode 204 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce draws a crowd at his Asian culture day demonstration, but he's humbled when a competitor with a grudge challenges him to a fight.
21Episode 214 Oct 2008 · 45mAfter 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.
22Episode 224 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce challenges jiu jitsu master Wally Jay as part of his quest to hone his skills by learning other martial arts disciplines.
23Episode 234 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce creates controversy by publicly welcoming all challengers. When Yamamoto accepts the offer, it gives Bruce a chance to redeem himself.
24Episode 244 Oct 2008 · 45mArroyo's jealousy of Bruce and Linda's love leads him to violence. After a crushing defeat, Yamamoto trains a protégé to exact revenge.
25Episode 254 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce accepts Ed Parker's challenge without knowing that Yamamoto has taught him all of Bruce's moves. The ensuing fight changes both men forever.
26Episode 264 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce learns of an upcoming karate contest in Oakland, California, where he'll get the chance to face a three-time champion.
27Episode 274 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce 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.
28Episode 284 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce 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.
29Episode 294 Oct 2008 · 45mWhen 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.
30Episode 304 Oct 2008 · 45mYellow Brat emerges to challenge Bruce with a bet, and if Bruce loses, he must close his studio. Meanwhile, Linda makes a big announcement.
31Episode 314 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce and Yellow Brat seem evenly matched, but only Bruce is fighting to keep his dream alive. The stakes have never been higher.
32Episode 324 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce struggles to recover from Yellow Brat's attack. In pain and watching his business decline, he makes a difficult decision.
33Episode 334 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce's struggle to get back on his feet continues. But while the doctors see surprising improvement, Linda keeps all the bad news to herself.
34Episode 344 Oct 2008 · 45mWhen Linda brings baby Brandon to the hospital to visit his father, a chance incident leads to a nearly miraculous milestone.
35Episode 354 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce 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.
36Episode 364 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce's performance in a fight against Chuck Norris catches the eye of a Hollywood producer, who believes he's perfect for the movies.
37Episode 374 Oct 2008 · 45mWhen the studio chiefs give the go-ahead to Bruce's movie, to be titled "Kung Fu," the ever-impetuous fighter immediately moves to Hollywood.
38Episode 384 Oct 2008 · 45mAs the script for "Kung Fu" takes shape, Bruce signs a contract with his agent and is asked to train a Hollywood star.
39Episode 394 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce 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.
40Episode 404 Oct 2008 · 45mChildhood 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.
41Episode 414 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce 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.
42Episode 424 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce 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.
43Episode 434 Oct 2008 · 45mBack home, Bruce signs a contract and begins filming "The Green Hornet" with an impressive performance that indicates his star is on the rise.
44Episode 444 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce 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.
45Episode 454 Oct 2008 · 45mAfter signing on the dotted line with a film production company, Bruce feels confident that he's finally made the right decision.
46Episode 464 Oct 2008 · 45m"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.
47Episode 474 Oct 2008 · 45mBruce'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.
48Episode 484 Oct 2008 · 45m"The Way of the Dragon" cements Bruce's worldwide stardom. But while making his first Hollywood movie, he collapses due to exhaustion.
49Episode 494 Oct 2008 · 45mA series of mysterious, late-night phone calls sets Linda on edge. Later, Bruce returns home from the hospital and receives sobering news.
50Episode 504 Oct 2008 · 46mBruce 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.
Details
- First aired
- 4 Oct 2008
- Last aired
- 4 Oct 2008
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- Chinese
- Network
- CCTV-1
- Episodes
- 50
- Votes
- 58 on TMDB
Where to watch (US)
Cast
Danny ChanBruce Lee
Wang LuoyongShao Ruhai
Akasha VillalobosJones
Gary DanielsEd Parker
Michael Jai WhiteAli
Ray ParkChuck Norris
Ning LiDan Inosanto
Liu TengyuanKimura Takeshi
Li BingyuanYellow boy
Yu ChenghuiIp Man
Bian Xiaoxiao秦小曼
Kou ZhenhaiDoctor
Michelle Lang
