Netflix just added 2 seasons of a gripping sci-fi series — you’ve got 31 episodes of 'Quantum Leap' to stream now

Raymond Lee as Ben Song in "Quantum Leap"

(Image credit: NBC)

I’ve always been drawn to shows that explore time travel in a unique way. There’s something thrilling about following a character as they navigate someone else’s life, piecing together moments that could change everything. And the 2022 revival of “Quantum Leap” proves that when handled with imagination, this concept makes for compulsively watchable TV.

The series first aired on NBC in 2022, introducing a brilliant physicist who unexpectedly begins leaping into other people’s lives across the recent past. Alongside a dedicated team, he must navigate each new host’s circumstances, making critical choices that allow him to eventually return to his own timeline.

Although NBC canceled the show after two seasons, Netflix has now has picked up both seasons of the show, giving subscribers a chance to binge the full adventure in one place. That’s 31 episodes total, packed with intriguing leaps, memorable characters, and plenty of unexpected twists that will keep you guessing until the end.

If you’re looking for your next Netflix binge, “Quantum Leap” makes a strong case for itself. Here’s everything you need to know about this revival and why it’s worth adding to your watchlist.

What is ‘Quantum Leap’ about?

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“Quantum Leap” serves as a continuation of the original 1989–1993 show. Set nearly three decades after Dr. Sam Beckett's disappearance into the Quantum Leap accelerator, the series introduces Dr. Ben Song (Raymond Lee), a physicist leading a new team tasked with reviving the time-travel project.

The team includes Addison Augustine (Caitlin Bassett), Ben's fiancée and a decorated Army veteran who appears as a holographic guide; Herbert “Magic” Williams (Ernie Hudson), a career military officer overseeing the operation; Ian Wright (Mason Alexander Park), the AI specialist managing the project's artificial intelligence system; and Jenn Chou (Nanrisa Lee), who handles digital security.

The narrative unfolds when Ben makes an unauthorized leap into the past, awakening in a different person's body with fragmented memories. Guided by Addison, who communicates with him as a hologram, Ben discovers that the only way to return to his original timeline is by correcting a pivotal event in the life of his current host.

Why you should binge ‘Quantum Leap’ on Netflix

Caitlin Bassett and Raymond Lee in "Quantum Leap" — (Image credit: NBC)

To be clear, this isn’t a reboot. Instead of reimagining the story, the first episode of the modernized “Quantum Leap” picks up directly from where the previous series left off, continuing the journey of the Quantum Leap project. Think of it as the next chapter in the saga.

The show pays homage to the beloved characters while introducing a new team tasked with transforming the experimental accelerator into a reliable, functioning tool.

It’s essentially a fun time travel story about a physicist who leaps into other people’s lives, trying to set things right before moving on. It may feel a little sentimental at times, but that’s part of the show’s enduring appeal. The concept of “leaping” itself remains the standout element of this revival, as it continually places Ben in unexpected situations that test him in new ways.

What stands out even more is the decision to make Addison (who serves as the helpful holographic guide), not just a team member but also Ben’s fiancée. He just can’t remember her. This twist adds a deeper emotional layer to their exchanges and makes it clear that the series isn’t attempting to replicate the central bond from the earlier show.

Ernie Hudson as Herbert in "Quantum Leap" — (Image credit: NBC)

“Quantum Leap” does occasionally drift into corny moments, but the strong performances from the main cast keep it grounded. And honestly, a touch of lighthearted silliness now and then only adds to the fun.

Even though the first season of “Quantum Leap” has an average rating of 58% on Rotten Tomatoes, it remains compelling to watch. This sci-fi series is easy to binge and doesn’t demand too much mental effort, making it genuinely fun.

It’s a shame the show was canceled though, but if it finds success on Netflix, there’s a chance it could be revived. That’s a huge maybe.

I’m fairly confident “Quantum Leap” will jump into Netflix’s top 10, considering there’s 2 seasons available and 31 episodes to stream. It’s definitely worth adding to your watchlist if you need something gripping but entertaining.

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Alix is a Senior Streaming Writer at Tom’s Guide, which basically means watching the best movies and TV shows and then writing about them. It’s a dream job for someone who’s been obsessed with storytelling since she first figured out how to work a remote.

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