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Kung Fu: The Legend Continues 1993

★ 6.7/10 · 57 votes Action & AdventureDrama 4 seasons · 88 eps Ended
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What is Kung Fu: The Legend Continues?

Kung Fu: The Legend Continues is an action crime drama series and sequel to the original 1972-75 television series Kung Fu. The series is set in the modern era, a departure from the original series which was set in the American old west.

Type
TV series
Year
1993
Status
Ended
Episodes
88
Runtime
44 minutes
First aired
Jan 27, 1993
Last aired
Jan 1, 1997
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Prime Time Entertainment Network
Genres
Action & Adventure, Drama
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Overview

Kung Fu: The Legend Continues is an action crime drama series and sequel to the original 1972-75 television series Kung Fu. The series is set in the modern era, a departure from the original series which was set in the American old west. The show follows the story of Kwai Chang Caine, a warrior monk, and his son Peter, who each believe the other has perished after their Shaolin temple is destroyed by an evil priest. When they are reunited, they work together to battle their enemy and help the innocent. The series explores their differing philosophies as they navigate the challenges of 90s urban America. The show was created by Michael Sloan and Ed Spielman and stars David Carradine and Chris Potter. It is available to stream online through various platforms. The series is a continuation of the original Kung Fu series, with a new setting and storyline.

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Should you watch it?

“A Shaolin monk and his estranged police officer son reunite to fight injustice in modern urban America.”

Reasons to watch
  • dynamic father-son dynamic
  • blend of martial arts and police procedural
Keep in mind
  • clashing ideologies between main characters

Watch it if you enjoy stories about family reconciliation set against a backdrop of martial arts action.

The series features martial arts combat and themes of conflict between traditional and modern values.

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Season 1 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 22 episodes
Season 3 · 22 episodes
Season 4 · 22 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who are the main characters?

The series follows a Shaolin monk named Kwai Chang Caine and his son, Peter, who is a police officer.

What is the setting of the show?

The story takes place in 1990s urban America.

How are the father and son reunited?

Fate brings the two together after they spent years believing the other had perished following the destruction of their temple.

What is the central conflict?

The characters must overcome their differing philosophies to battle an evil priest named Tan and help the innocent.

What is the background of the main character?

Kwai Chang Caine is a warrior monk who operated a Shaolin temple in Northern California.