Knight Rider

Knight Rider

1982

TV Show Information

Overview

Michael Long, an undercover police officer, is shot while investigating a case and left for dead by his assailants. He is rescued by Wilton Knight, a wealthy, dying millionaire and inventor who arranges life-saving surgery, including a new face and a new identity--that of Michael Knight. Michael is then given a special computerized and indestructible car called the Knight Industries Two Thousand (nicknamed KITT), and a mission: apprehend criminals who are beyond the reach of the law. The series depicts Michael's exploits as he and KITT battle the forces of evil on behalf of the Foundation for Law and Government.

First Air Date

September 26, 1982

Creator

Glen A. Larson

Episode Runtime

48 minutes

Status

Ended

Episodes

4 Seasons (84 Episodes)

Cast

David HasselhoffEdward MulhareWilliam DanielsPatricia McPhersonPeter Parros

Network

NBC

Production

Universal TelevisionGlen A. Larson ProductionsUniversal Television Entertainment

Genres

Action & AdventureDramaSci-Fi & FantasyCrime

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