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The Legend of Bruce Lee 2008

★ 7.0/10 · 55 votes TV-14 Action & AdventureDrama 1 seasons · 50 eps Ended
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What is The Legend of Bruce Lee?

The Legend of Bruce Lee is a 2008 Chinese television series that dramatizes the life of martial‑arts icon Bruce Lee. Presented as an action‑adventure and drama production, the series is rated TV‑14.

Type
TV series
Year
2008
Status
Ended
Episodes
50
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Oct 4, 2008
Last aired
Oct 4, 2008
Original language
ZH
Origin
CN
Networks
CCTV-1
Genres
Action & Adventure, Drama
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The Legend of Bruce Lee is a 2008 Chinese television series that dramatizes the life of martial‑arts icon Bruce Lee. Presented as an action‑adventure and drama production, the series is rated TV‑14. Its narrative tracks Lee’s journey beginning in Hong Kong, his relocation to the United States, and his eventual return to his native city. The storyline culminates with the events surrounding his untimely death at the age of thirty‑two. By portraying both his personal and professional challenges, the series aims to illustrate the factors that shaped Lee’s enduring legacy in martial‑arts cinema. The program is listed on The Movie Database, where it is categorized under the Action & Adventure and Drama genres. The series offers a biographical perspective that aligns with publicly known milestones of Bruce Lee’s career, emphasizing his cross‑cultural impact and the tragic conclusion of his brief but influential life. The production reflects the growing interest in biographical storytelling within Chinese television during the late 2000s.

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“This biographical series chronicles the life and career of martial arts icon Bruce Lee.”

Reasons to watch
  • covers international travels
  • depicts martial arts journey
Keep in mind
  • contains tragic themes

Watch it if you are interested in the life story of Bruce Lee.

The series includes depictions of martial arts and covers the subject's premature death.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the series about?

It follows the life of Bruce Lee from Hong Kong to America and back.

Does the series show his death?

The narrative leads up to his death at the age of 32.

Is this a documentary?

It is a biographical series based on the life of Bruce Lee.

Where does the story take place?

The story spans locations including Hong Kong and America.

Who is the central character?

The series focuses on the martial arts icon Bruce Lee.