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Donald P. Bellisario celebrated his 90th birthday with a star-studded gathering of cast members from his iconic shows, including NCIS, JAG, and Quantum Leap, featuring reunions, photos, and heartfelt speeches that highlight his influential career in television.
NBC's revival of Quantum Leap has been officially canceled after two seasons, landing on the "Friday Night Murder Pile." The show's stars expressed gratitude to fans and the network, but the series did not receive a proper farewell. Despite efforts to craft a satisfying ending, the show did not garner enough viewership to continue, and even original star Scott Bakula did not make a cameo appearance.
NBC has decided not to proceed with the third season of its Quantum Leap reboot, leaving stars Raymond Lee and Caitlin Bassett to bid farewell to the show. The new version of Quantum Leap was set in the present day, exploring the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it. Lee and Bassett expressed pride in the show they made and thanked fans for their support.
Quantum Leap stars Raymond Lee and Caitlin Bassett express gratitude to fans and the network following the cancellation of the NBC drama after two seasons. The actors shared their appreciation on Instagram, with Lee thanking fans for their support and expressing pride in the stories told, while Bassett bid farewell to the show and thanked NBC and Universal TV for the "ride of a lifetime." The finale of the shortened Season 2 featured a two-hour episode that revealed a new paramour for Ben and ended with a surprising twist involving a character swapping places with him in the past.
NBC has canceled the reboot of the 1989 series Quantum Leap after a two-season run, making it the network's first cancellation of the season. The series, starring Raymond Lee, wrapped its sophomore season in February and was one of the lowest-rated scripted originals on the network. The cancellation comes as NBC has already renewed five of its six Dick Wolf shows and has several other dramas and comedies on the bubble for next season.
NBC has confirmed that the sci-fi series Quantum Leap, starring Raymond Lee and Caitlin Bassett, will not be returning for a third season. The show's co-showrunners had already mapped out a general gameplan for the potential third season, envisioning a more lighthearted dynamic and a new journey for the characters. The ensemble cast also included Ernie Hudson, Mason Alexander Park, and Nanrisa Lee. Deadline was first to report the cancellation, and TVLine’s 2024 Renewal Scorecard has been updated to reflect Quantum Leap’s demise.
NBC has canceled the revamped version of "Quantum Leap" after two seasons, which served as a follow-up to the 1989 show. The series starred Raymond Lee as physicist Dr. Ben Song and featured a cast including Caitlin Bassett, Ernie Hudson, and others. The show's cancellation comes as NBC announced renewals for several other series, including "Chicago Med," "Chicago Fire," and "Law & Order: SVU."
NBC has decided not to renew the Quantum Leap reboot for a third season, following the airing of its two-hour Season 2 finale. The series, a follow-up to the original Quantum Leap, had been on the bubble and the decision not to proceed with a new season was not entirely surprising. Despite the Season 2 finale not being written as a series finale, the show's future was uncertain due to the changing landscape of television viewership across multiple platforms. Universal TV President Erin Underhill expressed optimism about the show's potential continuation, but ultimately, the decision was made not to move forward with a third season.
The showrunners of NBC's Quantum Leap discuss the possibility of a third season following the uplifting two-part season finale, which could also serve as a series finale if the show doesn't get renewed. They reveal that the finale was crafted to launch into a potential season 3 and discuss the impact of the writers' strike on the show's production. The show's future is uncertain, but the creators are prepared with a pitch for season 3, which would see the main characters traveling together.
The trailer for season 2 of Quantum Leap reveals new adventures for Dr. Ben Song, including visits to Area 51, the LA Riots, and Egypt. Ben shares his secret of being a time traveler with a new character, Hannah Carson, played by Eliza Taylor. The new season will focus more on individual leaps and less on serialized storytelling, allowing the cast to explore emotional spaces. The season kicks off with a military transport mission in 1970s Russia, featuring guest stars Melissa Roxburgh, P.J. Byrne, and Aaron Abrams. Quantum Leap returns on October 4th.
NBC announces its fall schedule, featuring a lineup of original scripted dramas including the second half of season five of Magnum P.I, Quantum Leap, new series Found, and The Irrational. The network's rivals have largely shifted towards unscripted programming for the fall season. The schedule also includes the Canadian medical drama Transplant. Midseason shows include an AGT spinoff, Deal or No Deal Island, Password, The America's, Law & Order: Organized Crime, Lopez vs Lopez, and La Brea.