S1·E1 Knight of the Phoenix
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 1
- Air Date
- September 26, 1982
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Director
- Daniel Haller
- Writer
- Glen A. Larson
- Score
- 7.2/10 (27 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
When a young detective is ambushed in a failed police stakeout, he is believed to have been killed. In reality, he survives and learns that his face has been altered and his identity has been changed to Michael Knight. The man responsible for this is Wilton Knight, a dying billionaire who, convinced that one man can make a difference, has selected Michael for the role as a crime-fighter.
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When did Season 1 Episode 1 of Knight Rider air?
Season 1, Episode 1 ('Knight of the Phoenix') originally aired on September 26, 1982.
How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Knight of the Phoenix')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 97 minutes.
What happens in Knight Rider Season 1 Episode 1?
When a young detective is ambushed in a failed police stakeout, he is believed to have been killed. In reality, he survives and learns that his face has been altered and his identity has been changed to Michael Knight. The man responsible for this is Wilton Knight, a dying billionaire who, convinced...
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