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Knight Rider (1982)

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Knight Rider (1982)

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.


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Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low

Viewer Rating
7.2

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.


Starring Cast


Where to watch

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Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Traditional

Primary

The show's consistent portrayal of individual heroism and a privately funded organization (FLAG) operating outside traditional government structures to combat crime and injustice aligns with right-leaning themes of self-reliance and skepticism of bureaucracy.

The series features a largely traditional cast, with its primary hero being a white male. The narrative consistently portrays traditional identities in a positive light, focusing on action-adventure without incorporating explicit DEI themes or critiques of traditional roles.

Secondary

The classic action-adventure series 'Knight Rider' does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The show, a product of its era, focuses on heterosexual protagonists and traditional crime-fighting narratives, resulting in no depiction of queer identity.

Knight Rider (1982) is an action-adventure series from the 1980s centered on a crime fighter and his advanced car. The show does not include any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, nor does it engage with issues of gender identity in its storylines. Consequently, there is no portrayal to evaluate under the given rubric.

The show primarily focuses on Michael Knight and KITT, with action centered on car chases and Michael's physical confrontations. Female characters, while present in various roles, are not depicted engaging in or winning direct physical combat against male opponents.

Knight Rider (1982–1986) is the original series, establishing its own characters and their genders. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment for its characters to be compared against, thus precluding any gender swaps as defined.

As the original television series, Knight Rider (1982–1986) introduced its characters for the first time on screen. There was no prior established canon or earlier screen version for its characters to be compared against, thus precluding any race swaps.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

7.2

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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6.9
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7.5

Critic Ratings

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N/A
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N/A

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