Fans of martial arts need no introduction to Bruce Lee, who is renowned for his unparalleled skills in martial arts and his iconic roles in movies such as “Enter the Dragon,” “The Big Boss,” “Way of the Dragon,” and “Fist of Fury.” His influence extends to inspiring various aspects of pop culture. Now, Bruce Lee is set to make his debut appearance in an anime project titled “House of Lee.” Here’s everything we know about “House of Lee.”
For years, the Bruce Lee Entertainment Company has been contemplating the production of an anime series based on Bruce Lee’s legacy. Presently, they are actively collaborating on the project with the animation studio Shibuya.
Shannon Lee, the daughter of the late Bruce Lee, is intricately involved in the production and has expressed her support for Studio Shibuya. She selected Shibuya after being introduced to its short anime, “White Rabbit,” which was presented to her by Dennis Chang, an associate of Lee Entertainment.
House of Lee Anime Release Date
The official announcement came on Friday, August 11, 2023, revealing that “House of Lee” is scheduled to premiere in 2024. Additionally, there are rumors circulating about the release of the first trailer, coinciding with the impending 50th anniversary and the 4K re-release of “Enter the Dragon,” which is set to hit theaters on August 13 and 16.
House of Lee Trailer Unveiled
Although a brief teaser trailer for the anime series has been released, it provides minimal insight into the show’s details. Nonetheless, fans can anticipate more information to be revealed in the upcoming days, with the release of the first full-length teaser scheduled for next week, coinciding with the 4K remaster and re-release of “Enter the Dragon.”
House of Lee Staff
As previously mentioned, the Bruce Lee Entertainment Company has partnered with Studio Shibuya to bring “House of Lee” to fruition. Shannon Lee is deeply involved in the project, alongside Emily Yang, co-founder of Shibuya. However, the specific roles they will fulfill remain undisclosed at this time.
“House of Lee” seems to be Shibuya’s most prominent project to date, marking their first fully developed anime series. Noteworthy projects from the production company include Steve Aoki and Seth Green’s “Dominion X,” as well as pplpleasr and Maciej Kuciara’s “White Rabbit” miniseries. Further details about the staff and cast members are anticipated to be disclosed later.
Unveiling the Plot of “House of Lee”
“House of Lee” is set to follow Bruce Lee as he assembles a team of “Dragon Warriors” to prevent the world from succumbing to “darkness and shadow.” According to reports, the narrative draws inspiration from Bruce Lee’s famous quote: “Those who are unaware they are walking in darkness will never seek the light.” From the glimpses provided in the teaser, it can be inferred that the series will likely adhere to the battle shonen formula, with an art style reminiscent of “Fist of the North Star.”
As the anticipation mounts, the release of “House of Lee” promises to be a landmark event, bridging Bruce Lee’s enduring legacy with the innovative world of anime. Stay tuned for further updates and news as we embark on this exciting journey together.