Knight Rider, an iconic series from the 1980s, is currently being considered for a modern cinematic revival. The property, which originally featured David Hasselhoff as Michael Knight and the AI-powered vehicle K.I.T.T., is now attracting the attention of industry veterans.
The creative team behind Netflix’s Cobra Kai—Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg—are reportedly in discussions to write and produce this new adaptation under the Universal Pictures banner.
The project’s development involves several notable production entities, including 87North (led by Kelly McCormick and David Leitch) and Spyglass (overseen by Gary Barber and Chris Stone), with Universal’s Matt Reilly and Tony Ducret supervising the process. A preliminary screenplay draft has been completed by Kevin Burrows and Matt Mider, indicating that the project is in the early stages of development.
The enduring appeal of Knight Rider lies in its synthesis of crime drama and speculative technology, particularly the dynamic between Michael Knight and the sentient vehicle K.I.T.T. The prospective involvement of the Cobra Kai team has generated optimism among fans, given their demonstrated ability to blend nostalgia with contemporary storytelling—a quality that has previously garnered critical acclaim and multiple Emmy nominations.
A significant challenge for this adaptation will be updating the narrative and technological aspects of Knight Rider to resonate with modern sensibilities while respecting the original’s distinctive tone. Discussions around retaining the “retro DNA” of the series have been echoed by David Hasselhoff, who has expressed interest in participating if this balance can be achieved.
At present, details regarding casting and specific plot points remain undisclosed, as the project is still in its formative phase. Nevertheless, the convergence of established creative talent and a strong nostalgic foundation suggests that the Knight Rider reboot is poised for accelerated development as it transitions from script to screen.
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