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Quantum Leap S2E3 — The Americanization of Machiko
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Quantum Leap•Season 2•Episode 3

The Americanization of Machiko

7.9/10 · 692 votesOct 11, 198946 min

Ranked #6 of 22 in Season 2•+0.3 vs season avg

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August 4, 1953: As a sailor returning from Japan, Sam brings a foreign wife to a small town. He then has to fight against the prejudice of both a scheming ex-girlfriend, as well as his mother, in order to gain acceptance of his new bride.

Directed byGilbert M. Shilton
Written byDonald P. Bellisario
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Episode Summary

"The Americanization of Machiko" is episode 3 of Quantum Leap season 2. It scored 7.9/10 from 692 votes, ranking #6 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Gilbert M. Shilton and written by Donald P. Bellisario, it aired on October 11, 1989.

Next: E4 · What Price Gloria?Best of Season 2