Knight Rider

Synopsis

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: 1982-09-26

Last Air Date: 1986-04-04

Number of Seasons: 4

Number of Episodes: 84

Created By: Glen A. Larson

Networks: NBC

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Top Cast

David Hasselhoff as Michael Knight
Edward Mulhare as Devon Miles
William Daniels as KITT (voice)
Patricia McPherson as Bonnie Barstow
Rebecca Holden as April Curtis
Peter Parros as RC3
Catherine Hickland as Stephanie 'Stevie' Mason
Ann Turkel as Adrianne Margeaux
Jack Starrett as Sheriff
Alex Kubik as Luger

Seasons

Specials (1991) - (6 Episodes)

Season 1 (1982) - (21 Episodes)

Season 2 (1983) - (21 Episodes)

Season 3 (1984) - (21 Episodes)

Season 4 (1985) - (21 Episodes)

Specials (1991)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Knight Rider 2000 (1991-05-19)

In the year 2000, criminals are frozen, handguns are banned from everyone--including the police, and crime is at an all time low... So why has the mayor been murdered with an illegal handgun? Rookie cop Shawn McCormick is asking these questions while still trying to learn the ropes of the police department.
Ep. 2: Under the Hood Feature (2004-04-05)

A short but amusing documentary featuring interviews with series creator Gary Larson and star David Hasselhoff. Each was interviewed separately and both talk about the process of putting “Knight Rider” together and the perks of having a massive hit television show.
Ep. 3: Knight Moves Feature (2004-04-05)

Features an interview with Jack Gill, stunt co-ordinator for "Knight Rider". Jack talks about the numerous stunts featured in the show including the damage he endured whilst performing the big jumps.
Ep. 4: Knight Sounds Feature (2004-04-05)

An interview with Stu Phillips, composer of the legendary "Knight Rider" theme tune.
Ep. 5: Pilot Episode Feature (2004-04-11)

A featurette with several short segments on various aspects of the Pilot episode: The Car, The Jail, The Mansion and The Knight Truck.
Ep. 6: Making the Knight (2004-04-12)

An interview with David Hasselhoff where he describes being cast for the Michael Knight character; and along with Glen Larson, Stu Phillips and Jack Gill, they discuss aspects of making various "Knight Rider" episodes.