Knight Rider

Knight Rider

Michael Knight is today's hero! Driving the car of tomorrow! Together, they're the ultimate crimecrashers!

Created by Glen A. Larson

On NBC

1982–19864 seasons84 episodes48 min7.5 / 10

A witty, high-energy action procedural built on the rapport between a charming vigilante and his sardonic AI partner, where the formula and the banter matter more than the stakes.

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.

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