Knight Rider Specials - Episode 1 Link

: Long is saved by billionaire Wilton Knight, who provides him with a metal plate in his skull, advanced plastic surgery to give him a new face, and a fresh identity: Michael Knight .

Depending on the context of "Specials," you might be referring to these related first installments: Knight Rider 2000 (TV Movie 1991) - IMDb Knight Rider Specials - Episode 1

: Before David Hasselhoff's character undergoes surgery, the role of Michael Long was played by actor Larry Anderson , though Hasselhoff later dubbed over the lines. : Long is saved by billionaire Wilton Knight,