Be Water
2020, English. Directed by Bao Nguyen.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Be Water
Be Water is streaming on Disney Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Bao NguyenDirector
- Bruce LeeSelf (archival)
- Linda Lee CadwellSelf - Wife
- Shannon LeeSelf - Daughter
- Diana Lee InosantoSelf - Goddaughter
- Sam HoSelf - Film Critic
- Jeff ChangSelf - Cultural Critic / Writer
- Andre MorganSelf - Film Producer
- Doug PalmerSelf - Student / Friend
- Kareem Abdul-JabbarSelf - Student / Friend
- Ruby ChowSelf - Family Friend
- Leroy GarciaSelf - Student / Friend
- Dan InosantoSelf - Close Friend
Details
- Released
- 25 January 2020
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom, Vietnam
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Be Water: quick answers
Is Be Water worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Be Water?
Be Water runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Be Water have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Be Water. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Be Water parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Be Water yet.
Which OTT platform is Be Water on?
Be Water is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Be Water?
If you liked Be Water, try Bruce Lee: A Warrior's Journey, Bruce Lee, the Legend, I Am Bruce Lee.
Who directed Be Water?
Be Water (2020) was directed by Bao Nguyen and stars Bruce Lee, Linda Lee Cadwell, Shannon Lee.