The highly anticipated second season of Quantum Leap is about to begin, and fans are excited. In the first season, Ben completed his mission and saved Addison, but it was unknown if he managed to return home. However, spoilers for the upcoming season suggest that Ben did not make it back to the present and is once again thrown through time without any connection to his team.

The season 2 premiere, titled “This Took Too Long!”, will air on Wednesday, October 4th at 8 p.m. ET. If you can’t watch it live, episodes will be available to stream the next day on Peacock.

Although some beloved characters from the first season will not be returning, such as Martinez, showrunner Martin Gero has confirmed that there will be other leapers sent to try and fix what Martinez couldn’t accomplish. Additionally, the second season will introduce new cast members, including Raymond Lee as Dr. Ben Song, Ernie Hudson as Herbert “Magic” Williams, Caitlin Bassett as Addison, Mason Alexander Park as Ian Wright, and Nanrisa Lee as Jenn Chu.

An exciting addition to the cast is Melissa Roxburgh from Manifest, who will portray Lieutenant Ellen Grier. In the season 2 premiere, Ben finds himself in the body of a man named Perez during a flight in 1978 over Russia. Roxburgh’s character plays a crucial role in helping Ben transport a mysterious box, risking their lives in the process.

Another notable addition to the cast is Eliza Taylor, known for her role in The 100. Taylor will make her debut in the third episode of season 2 as Hannah Carson, a complex young woman who may have hidden depths.

Peter Gadiot, known for his work in One Piece, will also join the cast as US Army Officer Tom Westfall. Westfall is described as a thoughtful and focused man who oversees the Quantum Leap project.

As for the episode count, season 2 will consist of 13 episodes. However, due to the writer and actor strike that halted production, not all episodes were completed before the pause. It is unclear if the remaining episodes will air or if they will be postponed until 2024.

While there is no confirmed schedule for the release of the remaining episodes, it is speculated that the series might take a break before Thanksgiving. Fans will have to stay tuned for updates on when the remaining episodes will air.

In the meantime, fans can catch a glimpse of the second season with the official trailer released by the show. The trailer promises more time-travel adventures, intense moments, and unexpected twists.

The second season of Quantum Leap is shaping up to be an exciting continuation of the beloved show. Fans can expect a new cast, new challenges, and the timeless appeal of time travel. Get ready to leap into adventure once again!

Sources:
– Hidden Remote Editor
– NBCUniversal