Brought Eastern philosophy and fight choreography into network western hybrid form.
Why it matters
Episode guide
62 episodes across 3 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
A Shaolin monk wanders the American West in the 1800s, righting wrongs with martial arts and flashbacks to temple lessons.
Network & studio
- ABC — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1970s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Brought Eastern philosophy and fight choreography into network western hybrid form.
Creators
Ed Spielman · Jerry Thorpe · Herman Miller
Key cast
- David Carradine as Kwai Chang Caine
- Keye Luke as Master Po
- Philip Ahn as Master Kan
- Radames Pera as Young Caine
Flash facts
- Martial arts boom companion to Enter the Dragon era culture.
- Flashback training structure became iconic.
- Ongoing discourse about Bruce Lee's early involvement in the concept.
FAQ
What network aired Kung Fu?
Kung Fu is associated with ABC (1972–1975).
Why is Kung Fu in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1970s?
Brought Eastern philosophy and fight choreography into network western hybrid form.
Who are the key names behind Kung Fu?
Creators and principals include Ed Spielman, Jerry Thorpe, Herman Miller.
Official & further reading
External sites for further reading — TV Flash is not affiliated with these networks or studios.
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