Knight Rider

Knight Rider, a shadowy flight into the dangerous world of a man...

who does not exist.

Michael Knight, a young loner...

on a crusade to champion the cause of the innocent,

The helpless, the powerless,

In a world of criminals who operate above the law.

Hi, Bonnie. Hear Devon's got us in a race.

I've augmented KITT's scanning system...

with a special infrared tracking scope. Terrific.

Um, listen. When you finish up work tonight, how about you and I going out for a little dinner?

I'd love to, Michael, but I'm spending the night with KITT.

Oh, well, you two have a real good time.

First I have to recharge his components.

Then I have to convert the engine to run on liquid hydrogen.

Then I have to flush his systems and adjust his timing.

Recharge his components? Flush his system?

KITT, don't you dare take advantage of her tonight.

I won't.

Would you get out of here, you yo-Yo?

KITT, I hope you're not picking up his warped sense of humor.

- I'm trying my best not to. - Good.

KITT! Try a little harder.

That driver was very lucky to walk away from the trial heat.

Devon, are you sure it wasn't an accident?

Michael, it looks like somebody's out to sabotage the Alternative 2000 race.

Well, quarter million dollar purse... That could be an incentive.

Absolutely right, Michael. However, our goal...

is to ensure that no further disruptions occur.

Therefore, you have joined the field as my personal entry.

Yourjob is not to win the race.

It is to find out if indeed there is a saboteur.

And if there is, to put him out of business.

Michael, I can serve you better if I'm familiar with your strategy.

Good point, KITT.

Our game plan is simple, yet complex.

We lay low. We blend in with the other racers on and off the course.

We observe, deduce and analyze.

In other words, we're winging it, as usual.

You got it.

Ladies and gentlemen, this is a great day for the auto industry...

the first international grand prix to compare alternative energy sources.

Drivers from all over the world are here, and you can positively feel the excitement mounting.

Not only are these cars fuel efficient,

But their performance reflects state-Of-The-Art auto engineering.

Michael, I want you to meet Dr. Kempler.

Michael, it's nice to meet you.

Dr. Kempler, it's a pleasure. I promise you. I'll do what I can to help.

Thank you. I appreciate it. I can't tell you how important all of this is.

The entire credibility of alternative energy research and development...

lies on this race.

- Oh, Devon, I still have to get your signature on the entry form. - Certainly.

Excuse me. Nice meeting you.

Nice meeting you too. Catch you later.

- Hi. - Nice car.

- You must be the late entry. I'm Liberty Cox. - Michael Knight.

Will all drivers please report to the main tent.

All drivers to the main tent. Thank you.

- I'll be your personal escort. - I can't think of a nicer way to start a race.

You know, you win, uh, first prize...

for the, uh, wildest dashboard on a car.

No kidding? Where do I pick it up?

I don't know. I'll find out and let you know.

Hello. I'm driving for Devon Miles. You're Michael Knight.

Yes, sir. Ed Shaw, race coordinator.

Interesting car. Yeah, well, it's an interesting race.

Best of luck. Thank you.

Uh, where do you think you're going? I beg your pardon?

- This meeting's for drivers only. - Do you happen to know who I am?

I sure do, lady. That's why you stay right out here.

Catch you later.

Now, remember, you'll be clocked at each of the two overnight pit stops.

The first day, each car will be handicapped according to his starting position...

and his own specifications.

Next two days will be a flat-Out race for the flags... 2,000 miles overall.

Dr. Kempler and I have designed the course to challenge you.

Not each road is gonna be in top-Flight condition.

I know what's at stake, but let's be careful out there.

In case you haven't noticed, we have a new driver. Meet Michael Knight.

That's it, gentlemen, ladies.

Uh, Ed, just a second.

Before you go, I would like to introduce Clark Sellers,

President of the Sellers Cable Network.

If it weren't for his generous contribution, you would be racing for a lot less than $200,000.

- Clark? - Yeah, about $195,000 less.

No, that isn't true.

The truth is I consider that a bargain...

to get the exclusive worldwide television rights to this race.

I think it's going to be an exciting event, and the Sellers Cable Network...

is proud to be broadcasting it.

Now, go out there and show the world the future...

is alternative energy... and cable television.

That's all.

Hi, guys.

Good luck.

Hi.

I'm Michael Knight, the new driver.

Before you go any further, I think you should know...

I have no intention of making friends.

I'm interested in two things...

finishing first and doing so in one piece.

- So if you don't mind... - In that case, I'll see you at the finish line.

She wasn't your type anyway.

Who are you, anyway? I told you already. I'm Liberty...

I know. Liberty Cox. But I mean, what are you doing trying to crash a drivers' meeting?

Oh, I'm covering the race for New Wheels magazine. Ever read it?

New Wheels? Yeah, yeah, once or twice.

Actually, I really want to experience the race. I want to live it and breathe it...

You mean, like, gonzo journalism in the flesh.

I guess you could say that.

Listen, if you like, I could run the first leg of the race with you.

Oh, I'm sorry, but I travel solo.

Hey, lovely lady.

How would you like to ride in the lead car?

No thanks, boys. Come on there, magazine lady.

You have absolutely no idea what you're gonna be missing.

True. It's true. Come on.

Would you believe their car is supposed to run on moonshine? No kidding?

Looks like they're halfway through their fuel supply.

- Get out of the way, you fool. - Who are you calling a fool, schnitzel breath?

That boy's driving illegally. I'm calling you a fool.

You know, you're a little...

I'll see ya at the pit stop.

Could we have the racing cars to the starting bridge.

All cars to the starting bridge, please.

Ladies and gentlemen, in car number one, fueled by an alcohol-Based mixture,

Sonny and Lester Prince.

In car number two, driving what might be...

the most advanced methane-Powered automobile in the world,

From West Germany, Helmut Gras.

In the third car, from Japan, running on propane, Hito Osaka.

In the solar-Powered vehicle, we have Dorothy Ackridge.

- Next up, from the sheikdom of Kuwait... - Ready, KITT?

Michael, you do realize this race is academic, not to mention unnecessary.

- Why is that? - The car of the future is already here... me.

And finally, running on liquid hydrogen, in the K-2000 Special,

Michael Knight. That's our little secret, pal. Let's do it!

The starter is lining up the cars. Just look at those beauties...

the newest and fastest alternative-Energy cars in the world.

And remember... the challenge is to win the race...

using the least amount of fuel.

The drivers all seem to be okay. The cars are ready.

The starter raises the green flag.

And they're racing.!

Looks like these guys are playing for keeps.

Michael, why do you have my engine on half-Throttle?

We got to blend in, KITT. You know that. Ah, yes.

Observe, deduce, analyze.

You got it. We're under strict orders not to strut our stuff.

Listen, check your data banks and give me a rundown on the competition, will ya?

As you wish, Michael. Beginning with the letter "A,"

There's Dorothy Ackridge, the woman you attempted to pick up.

I was just trying to be friendly.

I've heard that before. She's the daughter of Henry Ackridge.

No kidding? President of Ackridge Automotive.

Incorporated. Hmm.

Kinda makes you wonder why she's driving a solar-Powered car.

You got a reading on her on the tracking scope?

She's approximately half a mile behind us. I'll decrease speed.

I appreciate that, partner. I know how tough this is on your competitive sensibilities.

- KITT, what was that? - I believe we're being shot at, Michael.

There's been another shot behind us.

The solar car's been hit. Michael, she's skidding out of control.

She's okay. Zoom in on her.

This is terrific. This is better than The French Connection, and it's for real.

Come on. Take it easy.

You okay? I think so.

I'll let you know after I stop shaking.

Thank you. The way I treated you before, you're very kind.

You'd do the same for me. Hang on. I want to take a look at that tire.

Ladies and gentlemen, the cars are coming into view now.

Yes, here are the early finishers of the first leg. I see Michael Knight's K-2000 Special.

We're awaiting word now of Dorothy Ackridge, Excuse me.

Whose car apparently sustained a blowout.

There she is now, and she seems to be all right.

I'm all right. I'm really more concerned about my car!

Your crew's working on it. They'll have you back in the race tomorrow.

Don't worry about a thing.

As soon as she comes out, I want some quotes to go with the footage.

Looks like a Fellini movie.

How's KITT holding up? Like a champ.

You might check out his grappling winch.

And while you're at it,

Check out this.

Hi, Liberty. Another interview.

Go for it. Hi, guys.

We've reserved you a seat right here. I bet you did.

Come on, here. Oh, yeah.

Step right on in here.

Gonna fix you right up. What you want, darling? You want a beer?

Ah, you have to be disappointed with your time today.

Well, guys, I only worry about one thing...

that's who crosses the finish line first.

Sure you'd have finished sooner if you hadn't stopped to help poor Miss Ackridge.

- We know you would have never stopped to help her. - Accidents are a part of any race.

Question is will it continue to happen?

They will, the way he drives.

Well, here's to good sportsmanship.

That's what I figured.

Now, wait, wait, wait, wait. Let me ask you a question.

What is it with all these questions? I thought you wanted to party.