The premise was simple but captivating: Dr. Sam Beckett, played by Scott Bakula, leaps from one time period to another, fixing moments in history while trying to make his way back home.
Along the way, he’s guided by his holographic friend Al, played by Dean Stockwell, who adds wit and insight as the duo navigates each new challenge. What made the show stand out was how it blended historical events with personal stories, often highlighting the emotional impact of Sam’s “leaps.”
Each episode introduced viewers to new characters, periods, and moral dilemmas, keeping the storytelling fresh and compelling. From the Civil Rights Movement to small-town dramas, Quantum Leap touched on different eras and gave its audience a chance to explore history through a personal lens. It was a show with heart, but it never shied away from tackling tough social issues.
- Amazon Prime Video (Video on Demand)
- Scott Bakula, Dean Stockwell, Deborah Pratt (Actors)
- James Whitmore Jr. (Director)
In 1993, Quantum Leap fans gathered at the official convention to celebrate their beloved show. It was a major event, with cast appearances and behind-the-scenes stories that offered an inside look at what made the series so special. The dedication and love for the show were clear, as people shared their favorite episodes and the lasting impact the series had on them.
The series even got a reboot in 2023! The remake of Quantum Leap came with this description: “It’s been nearly 30 years since Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished. Now, a new team, led by physicist Ben Song (Raymond Lee), has been assembled to restart the project in hope of understanding the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it.”
We’ve gathered some Quantum Leap photos and convention memorabilia to give you a peek into this slice of TV history. Take a trip back in time and explore these snapshots of a fan favorite!
- Bakula, Scott, Stockwell, Dean (Actors)
- Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Quantum Leap: Take the lover’s Leap on Valentine’s Day! (1993)
The second annual official Quantum Leap convention
Valentine’s Day weekend, Saturday Feb 13 & Sunday Feb 14, 1993 – Universal Hilton & Towers, Universal City, California
With the stars of the hit NBC TV series: Scott Bakula & Dean Stockwell
Featuring prop museum! contests! door prizes! fashion show! fan club news! and more!
Spend Valentine’s Day weekend with the stars of Quantum Leap
Celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend at the 2nd annual Official Quantum Leap LEAP Convention – brought to you by MCA Universal and Creation Entertainment!
Meet the cast and production team!
The convention will feature live appearances by stars SCOTT BAKULA and DEAN STOCKWELL, as well as creator and executive producer DONALD P. BELLISARIO, and co-executive producers DEBORAH PRATT and CHARLES FLOYD JOHNSON. Also on hand will be several SPECIAL GUEST STARS who have appeared on the series from time to time and have gone on to become big stars in their own right!
And, we’ll also feature the production team who help make QuantumLeap the magical show that it is! RAY BUNCH will talk about scoring the series, CAMERON BURNIE, ELLEN WILLIAMS, BOB ZILLIOX, AND GEORGE TOURS will discuss the show’s production and set design, and costume designer JACQUELINE ST. ANNE will treat you to a wild fashion show of costumes from the series, worn by some of the show’s guest stars!
Special features and events!
In addition to these guest appearances, you’ll enjoy two jam-packed days of entertainment, including Creation’s famous music videos, a merchandise exhibit area, a hospitality lounge, a special museum containing original props and costumes from Quantum Leap, charity auctions, contests and more!
- Quantum Leap - The Complete Series
- Format DVD
- Edition Box Set
For two days, fans can meet and greet each other in a special weekend event dedicated to their favorite show. And, special panels allow you, the Quantum Leap fan, to make yourself heard and say what you’d like to see on the show!
SPECIAL SURPRISE! In an unprecedented event, MCA/Universal and Belisarius Productions are going to screen an UNSEEN UPCOMING EPISODE of Quantum Leap! Yes, you’ll be at the premiere of a new episode!
Win a walk-on role on Quantum Leap!
If you’re one of the lucky people who attends Saturday’s festivities, you’ll be eligible to win a walk-on role on your favorite show! If you are picked from the random drawing of conventioneers with a ticket for Saturday’s event (in advance or at the door), you will win a return trip to Hollywood and receive a walk-on role in the season finale of Quantum Leap!
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Does anyone have photos from the “prop museum” display at this convention? I’m specifically interested in any showing any of Al’s Handlink props, but photos of any of the props would be welcome.