Knight Rider: The Movie is the probable name for the film adaptation of the television program Knight Rider. Rumored to be in development since 2002, this film was almost nixed at least twice due to David Hasselhoff's determination that the script be faithful to the show. His demands were simple: that KITT talk and reason as in the series. Negotiations stalled when the studio refused to allow this, but resumed again in 2005 when they finally conceded and allowed a new script to be written, this time with the KITT from the show.
David Hasselhoff is expected to play an onscreen role, although not necessarily as Michael Knight. When asked about his role, he hinted that he would return as Michael Knight, but that Knight was taking over Devon Miles' position as the leader of FLAG. Devon Miles was killed back in 1990's Knight Rider 2000, and actor Edward Mulhare passed away in 1997. With Knight playing role of FLAG's public face, the introduction of a new field agent will be necessary. Possibilities have included Ashton Kutcher, Orlando Bloom, and Ben Affleck, although none are confirmed. Hasselhoff, in an interview on e4, said that Bloom will be the new Knight. Actor Nathan Fillion is also in talks for a possible lead role.
Actresses considered for the movie have included Yasmine Bleeth and Nancy Valen. Patricia McPherson (who played Bonnie in the series) has since retired from acting and devotes her time to the conservation of endangered wetlands.
On September 2005, the project began its first pre-production steps and a full cast has been announced. The movie is set for a December 2006 release and Filming will start on Summer 2006. Knight Rider: The Movie will be directed by Joseph Merhi and features the following actors/actress:
* David Hasselhoff as Michael Knight
* Jack Scalia as Terry Miles
* Christie Woods as Dana Knight
* Yasmine Bleeth as Laura Palmer
* Joe Inscoe as Barry The Thief
* Nicholas Lea as John Spedley
* Dash Mihok as K.A.R.R.'s Engineer #1
* Lucinda Weist as K.A.R.R.'s Engineer #2
* Brian Howe as K.A.R.R.'s Engineer #3
* Ted Levine as Mafia's Boss
* Forbes KB as Killer
* Gregory Smith as Apprentice
* Nicole Nieth as Foundation's Secretary
* Thomas Bo Larsen as Estate's Owner
* T.J. Scott as J.J.
* Carolyn Renee Smith as Christine
* Christopher Stapleton as Willie Jackowski
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