
Be Water
Before the myth, a life lived.
In 1971, after being rejected by Hollywood, Bruce Lee returned to his parents’ homeland of Hong Kong to complete four iconic films. Charting his struggles between two worlds, this portrait explores questions of identity and representation through the use of rare archival footage, interviews with loved ones and Bruce’s own writings.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Be Water
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2020-01-25
- Runtime: 105 minutes
- Rating: 6.7/10 (55 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: ESPN, Dorothy St Pictures, East Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.4355
- Languages: Cantonese, English
Cast & Crew

Bruce Lee
as Self (archival)

Linda Lee Cadwell
as Self - Wife

Shannon Lee
as Self - Daughter

Diana Lee Inosanto
as Self - Goddaughter

Sam Ho
as Self - Film Critic

Jeff Chang
as Self - Cultural Critic / Writer

Andre Morgan
as Self - Film Producer

Doug Palmer
as Self - Student / Friend

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
as Self - Student / Friend

Ruby Chow
as Self - Family Friend
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Trailers & Clips
Trailer for Bruce Lee 30 for 30: 'Be Water'
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Be Water?▼
Be Water is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2020-01-25.
Who are the main actors in Be Water?▼
The main cast includes Bruce Lee, Linda Lee Cadwell, Shannon Lee, Diana Lee Inosanto, Sam Ho, .
Where can I watch Be Water online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Be Water is available.
Is Be Water based on a true story?▼
Before the myth, a life lived.
What is the IMDb rating of Be Water?▼
Be Water has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 55 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Be Water?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Be Water?▼
The soundtrack was composed by ESPN, Dorothy St Pictures, East Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Be Water filmed?▼
Be Water was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Be Water?▼
The total runtime of Be Water is 105 minutes.
Is Be Water suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Be Water?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Be Water.
Does Be Water have a post-credit scene?▼
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