
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