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S2·E8 Jimmy

Episode
Season 2, Episode 8
Air Date
November 22, 1989
Runtime
47 minutes
Director
James Whitmore Jr.
Writers
Robert Wolterstorff, Paul M. Belous
Score
7.7/10 (10 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired November 22, 1989 47 min ★ 7.7/10 · 10 TMDB votes
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Synopsis

October 14, 1964: Since mainstreaming the mentally disabled is not yet a popular concept, Sam must help Jimmy LaMotta, the "slow" young man he's leaped into, get a job and gain his co-workers' acceptance, to prevent his brother from returning Jimmy to the institution.

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When did Season 2 Episode 8 of Quantum Leap air?

Season 2, Episode 8 ('Jimmy') originally aired on November 22, 1989.

How long is Season 2 Episode 8 ('Jimmy')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 47 minutes.

What happens in Quantum Leap Season 2 Episode 8?

October 14, 1964: Since mainstreaming the mentally disabled is not yet a popular concept, Sam must help Jimmy LaMotta, the "slow" young man he's leaped into, get a job and gain his co-workers' acceptance, to prevent his brother from returning Jimmy to the institution....

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