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Kung Fu
David Carradine as Caine from Kung Fu - c. 1972–1975.jpg
Created by Ed Spielman
Starring David Carradine
Keye Luke
Philip Ahn
Radames Pera
Country of origin United States
No. of seasons 3
No. of episodes 63
Production
Executive producer(s) Jerry Thorpe
Running time 60 minutes (per episode)
Release
Original network ABC
Original release October 14, 1972 –
April 16, 1975

Kung Fu was a popular American television show from the 1970s. It was created by Ed Spielman. The main character, Kwai Chang Caine, was played by David Carradine. The show was even nominated for two Golden Globe awards!

What is Kung Fu About?

The show Kung Fu tells the story of Kwai Chang Caine. He is a Shaolin monk who travels through the American Old West. Caine doesn't use weapons. Instead, he uses his amazing martial arts skills. He also uses his inner strength and wise philosophy.

Caine is looking for his half-brother, Danny Caine. He wants to start a new family. He had to leave China because the authorities were looking for him. A total of 63 episodes were made. This includes a special 90-minute pilot episode. The show ran from 1972 to 1975.

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  • David Carradine as Caine from Kung Fu - c. 1972–1975

    David Carradine as Kwai Chang Caine

  • Phillip ahn as kan

    Philip Ahn as Master Kan

  • David carradine sondra locke kung fu 1974

    Carradine and guest star Sondra Locke, 1974

  • Dharma Bells (from Emil Richards Collection)

    Dharma Bells (from Emil Richards Collection)

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Kung fu (serie de televisión) para niños

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