Season 1

The Legend of Bruce Lee

Season 1

2008tvEnded1 Season · 50 Ep
Action & AdventureDrama

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Network: CCTV-1

Season aired: 2008-10-04

Overview

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.

About This Season

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.

Episodes · 50

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Episode 1
1

Episode 1

45m2008-10-046

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.

Episode 2
2

Episode 2

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 3
3

Episode 3

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 4
4

Episode 4

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 5
5

Episode 5

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 6
6

Episode 6

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 7
7

Episode 7

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 8
8

Episode 8

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 9
9

Episode 9

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 10
10

Episode 10

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 11
11

Episode 11

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 12
12

Episode 12

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 13
13

Episode 13

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 14
14

Episode 14

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 15
15

Episode 15

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 16
16

Episode 16

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 17
17

Episode 17

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 18
18

Episode 18

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 19
19

Episode 19

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 20
20

Episode 20

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 21
21

Episode 21

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 22
22

Episode 22

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 23
23

Episode 23

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 24
24

Episode 24

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 25
25

Episode 25

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 26
26

Episode 26

45m2008-10-04

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

Episode 27
27

Episode 27

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 28
28

Episode 28

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 29
29

Episode 29

45m2008-10-04

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.

Episode 30
30

Episode 30

45m2008-10-04

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

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