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Quantum Leap S2E16 — Freedom
7.5
Quantum Leap•Season 2•Episode 16

Freedom

7.5/10 · 561 votesFeb 14, 199047 min

Ranked #12 of 22 in Season 2•−0.1 vs season avg

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November 22, 1970: Rather than saving his grandfather's life, Sam has to escape from jail and elude the police long enough to get them both to the reservation, where the old man can die in peace, at home.

Directed byAlan J. Levi
Written byChris Ruppenthal
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Sam Beckett

Dean Stockwell

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Chris Ruppenthal

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Mario Di Gregorio

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Episode Summary

"Freedom" is episode 16 of Quantum Leap season 2. It scored 7.5/10 from 561 votes, ranking #12 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Alan J. Levi and written by Chris Ruppenthal, it aired on February 14, 1990.

Next: E17 · Good Night, Dear HeartBest of Season 2