The Legend of Bruce Lee Season 1, Episode 8: Episode 8

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Episode 1

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.

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Episode 2

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.

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Episode 3

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

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Episode 4

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

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Episode 5

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

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Episode 6

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

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Episode 7

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.

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Episode 8

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.

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Episode 9

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.

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Episode 10

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

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Episode 11

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.

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Episode 12

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.

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Episode 13

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.

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Episode 14

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

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Episode 15

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.

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Episode 16

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.

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Episode 17

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

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Episode 18

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

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Episode 19

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

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Episode 20

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.

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Episode 21

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.

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Episode 22

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

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Episode 23

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

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Episode 24

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

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Episode 25

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.

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Episode 26

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

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Episode 27

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.

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Episode 28

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.

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Episode 29

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.

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Episode 30

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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Episode 31

Bruce and Yellow Brat seem evenly matched, but only Bruce is fighting to keep his dream alive. The stakes have never been higher.

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Episode 32

Bruce struggles to recover from Yellow Brat's attack. In pain and watching his business decline, he makes a difficult decision.

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Episode 33

Bruce's struggle to get back on his feet continues. But while the doctors see surprising improvement, Linda keeps all the bad news to herself.

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Episode 34

When Linda brings baby Brandon to the hospital to visit his father, a chance incident leads to a nearly miraculous milestone.

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Episode 35

Bruce 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.

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Episode 36

Bruce's performance in a fight against Chuck Norris catches the eye of a Hollywood producer, who believes he's perfect for the movies.

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Episode 37

When the studio chiefs give the go-ahead to Bruce's movie, to be titled "Kung Fu," the ever-impetuous fighter immediately moves to Hollywood.

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Episode 38

As the script for "Kung Fu" takes shape, Bruce signs a contract with his agent and is asked to train a Hollywood star.

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Episode 39

Bruce 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.

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Episode 40

Childhood 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.

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Episode 41

Bruce 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.

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Episode 42

Bruce 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.

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Episode 43

Back home, Bruce signs a contract and begins filming "The Green Hornet" with an impressive performance that indicates his star is on the rise.

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Episode 44

Bruce 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.

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Episode 45

After signing on the dotted line with a film production company, Bruce feels confident that he's finally made the right decision.

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Episode 46

"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.

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Episode 47

Bruce'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.

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Episode 48

"The Way of the Dragon" cements Bruce's worldwide stardom. But while making his first Hollywood movie, he collapses due to exhaustion.

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Episode 49

A series of mysterious, late-night phone calls sets Linda on edge. Later, Bruce returns home from the hospital and receives sobering news.

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Episode 50

Bruce 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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