The Legend of Bruce Lee
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.
1.Episode 1
6.004-10-200845mWhen 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.
2.Episode 2
04-10-200845mWhen his first martial arts tutor returns from the United States, Bruce is inspired to study Kung Fu, a decision that will establish his destiny.
3.Episode 3
04-10-200845mBruce's impatience with the basics of kung fu frustrates Master Ye until a practice fight proves that his student might be a prodigy.
4.Episode 4
04-10-200845mEager to prove his skill, a frustrated Bruce picks a fight with a kung fu master and learns a valuable lesson about patience.
5.Episode 5
04-10-200845mBruce, who's become an impressive fighter, wants to settle scores at school in the boxing ring, something for which he's completely unprepared.
6.Episode 6
04-10-200845mBruce prepares to enter the boxing ring against Blair, but the outcome is far from certain when the time comes for the fight.
7.Episode 7
04-10-200845mThough 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.
8.Episode 8
04-10-200845mAs 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.
9.Episode 9
04-10-200845mBruce'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.Episode 10
04-10-200845mAfter gang member Ah-Liang attacks Bruce with his motorcycle, Bruce is rushed to the hospital and sinks into a deep coma.
11.Episode 11
04-10-200845mIn 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.
12.Episode 12
04-10-200845mBruce leaves for the United States and arrives in Seattle, where he stays with his Uncle Chao, gets a job and starts thinking about school.
13.Episode 13
04-10-200845mBruce 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.
14.Episode 14
04-10-200845mWhile juggling two part-time jobs and classwork, Bruce hopes to take on the karate team at the school's upcoming anniversary celebration.
15.Episode 15
04-10-200845mWhen a professor claims that kung fu is a form of witchcraft, an angry Bruce calls out Seattle's foremost fighter for a televised showdown.
16.Episode 16
04-10-200845mWhen he finds out a classmate is being bullied, Bruce confronts the culprit and knocks him unconscious with a single punch that attracts the police.
17.Episode 17
04-10-200845mBruce starts college but is undecided about a major until a professor suggests philosophy, which perfectly fits Bruce's views on kung fu.
18.Episode 18
04-10-200845mEnthusiastic American girl Linda is mesmerized when she sees Bruce practicing kung fu and asks him to teach her everything he knows.
19.Episode 19
04-10-200845mAs Linda and Bruce start dating, Bruce and Kimura seize an opportunity to promote the new kung fu school at an Asian cultural festival.
20.Episode 20
04-10-200845mBruce draws a crowd at his Asian culture day demonstration, but he's humbled when a competitor with a grudge challenges him to a fight.
21.Episode 21
04-10-200845mAfter 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.
22.Episode 22
04-10-200845mBruce challenges jiu jitsu master Wally Jay as part of his quest to hone his skills by learning other martial arts disciplines.
23.Episode 23
04-10-200845mBruce creates controversy by publicly welcoming all challengers. When Yamamoto accepts the offer, it gives Bruce a chance to redeem himself.
24.Episode 24
04-10-200845mArroyo's jealousy of Bruce and Linda's love leads him to violence. After a crushing defeat, Yamamoto trains a protégé to exact revenge.
25.Episode 25
04-10-200845mBruce accepts Ed Parker's challenge without knowing that Yamamoto has taught him all of Bruce's moves. The ensuing fight changes both men forever.
26.Episode 26
04-10-200845mBruce learns of an upcoming karate contest in Oakland, California, where he'll get the chance to face a three-time champion.
27.Episode 27
04-10-200845mBruce 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.
28.Episode 28
04-10-200845mBruce 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.
29.Episode 29
04-10-200845mWhen 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.
30.Episode 30
04-10-200845mYellow Brat emerges to challenge Bruce with a bet, and if Bruce loses, he must close his studio. Meanwhile, Linda makes a big announcement.
31.Episode 31
04-10-200845mBruce and Yellow Brat seem evenly matched, but only Bruce is fighting to keep his dream alive. The stakes have never been higher.
32.Episode 32
04-10-200845mBruce struggles to recover from Yellow Brat's attack. In pain and watching his business decline, he makes a difficult decision.
33.Episode 33
04-10-200845mBruce's struggle to get back on his feet continues. But while the doctors see surprising improvement, Linda keeps all the bad news to herself.
34.Episode 34
04-10-200845mWhen Linda brings baby Brandon to the hospital to visit his father, a chance incident leads to a nearly miraculous milestone.
35.Episode 35
04-10-200845mBruce 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.
36.Episode 36
04-10-200845mBruce's performance in a fight against Chuck Norris catches the eye of a Hollywood producer, who believes he's perfect for the movies.
37.Episode 37
04-10-200845mWhen the studio chiefs give the go-ahead to Bruce's movie, to be titled "Kung Fu," the ever-impetuous fighter immediately moves to Hollywood.
38.Episode 38
04-10-200845mAs the script for "Kung Fu" takes shape, Bruce signs a contract with his agent and is asked to train a Hollywood star.
39.Episode 39
04-10-200845mBruce 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.
40.Episode 40
04-10-200845mChildhood 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.
41.Episode 41
04-10-200845mBruce 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.
42.Episode 42
04-10-200845mBruce 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.
43.Episode 43
04-10-200845mBack home, Bruce signs a contract and begins filming "The Green Hornet" with an impressive performance that indicates his star is on the rise.
44.Episode 44
04-10-200845mBruce 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.
45.Episode 45
04-10-200845mAfter signing on the dotted line with a film production company, Bruce feels confident that he's finally made the right decision.
46.Episode 46
04-10-200845m"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.
47.Episode 47
04-10-200845mBruce'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.
48.Episode 48
04-10-200845m"The Way of the Dragon" cements Bruce's worldwide stardom. But while making his first Hollywood movie, he collapses due to exhaustion.
49.Episode 49
04-10-200845mA series of mysterious, late-night phone calls sets Linda on edge. Later, Bruce returns home from the hospital and receives sobering news.
50.Episode 50
04-10-200846mBruce 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.
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