The other day I was scrolling through Netflix looking for something to watch, since whenever I actually have the time to watch TV nothing good ever seems to be on. Anyway, even though it is slightly embarrassing (a guilty pleasure of mine) I stumbled upon an old show by the name of Quantum Leap.
For anyone who doesn’t know about this goofy program, it was filmed in the late 80’s to early 90’s and about a young, nerdy (but cute) scientist, Sam Beckett (played by Scot Bakula), who discovered a way to “leap” into other people’s bodies in other times. Each story-line revolves around Sam trying to solve a problem and change the course of history.
He does all this with the help of his crazy side-kick, Al (played by Dean Stockwell), a holographic image that only Sam can see and hear. Although, half the time Al is spending more time talking about all the women he slept with and making wise cracks than actually helping Sam. And every episode has Sam either getting punched in the face or making out with some gorgeous woman (sometimes both). But he seems to take it like a man. All in the name of science, rig ht?
Even though this is hard to admit, I kind of like it. The show is unbelievably cheesy and the special effects are really bad, but it makes me laugh. You have to chuckle at the goofy outfits and all the ridiculous antics. (By the way, if anyone was wondering if Sam ever jumped into the body of a woman, the answer is yes and it’s hilarious). You haven’t seen anything until you see Scot Bakula in a dress and heels). So, if you feel like laughing, check it out.
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I think I have embarrassed myself for one day.
Is there anyone else brave enough to admit to liking a particular TV show that could be classified as a “guilty pleasures?”
Post your comments and let me know what shows you don’t want anyone to know you watch.
