The Blue Knight (film)
A veteran cop's final week on the beat.
The Blue Knight is a 1973 television and theatrical film adapted from Joseph Wambaugh's novel of the same name. It was broadcast on NBC as a four-episode miniseries in November 1973 and later released in a condensed theatrical form. The production featured an all-star cast led by William Holden as Police Officer Bumper Morgan.
Quick Facts
- Genre
- Action
- Crime
- Drama
- Thriller
- Based on
- The Blue Knight, Joseph Wambaugh
- Writer
- E. Jack Neuman
- Director
- Robert Butler
- Starring
- William Holden
- Lee Remick
- Joe Santos
- Composer
- Nelson Riddle
- Country
- United States
- Language
- English
Facts from the source article.
Did You Know?
- William Holden was surprised to be cast as Bumper Morgan, believing Ernest Borgnine or Rod Steiger would have been preferred.
- The Blue Knight was one of the first miniseries on American television.
- Lee Remick won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series Drama for her role.
Reception
The miniseries received positive reviews. Jay Sharbutt of the Associated Press praised its realism and recommended viewers watch it. Rick Du Brow of United Press International noted that the longer format allowed a cohesive dramatic atmosphere uncommon in typical TV films. A retrospective review from Time Out London called the theatrical cut seminal, noting its influence on later police dramas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who stars in The Blue Knight (film)?
The Blue Knight stars William Holden, Lee Remick and Joe Santos.
When did The Blue Knight (film) first air?
The Blue Knight first aired on 11 November 1973.
When did The Blue Knight (film) end?
The Blue Knight last aired on 14 November 1973.
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