Quantum Leap Season 2 Episode 7 Recap: Did Ben Succeed In The Mission?

Ben's Mission In Middletown, Massachusetts: A Dance With History

This week on Quantum Leap, Ben found himself in a strange town, Middletown, Massachusetts in 1692. People in the town were getting sick because of a mysterious disease linked to the ongoing drought, and they were pointing fingers everywhere, blaming others for their troubles. They started accusing people of being witches, creating a lot of fear.

Ben's mission was to save a woman named Goody from being burned as a witch. He was kind of like a time-traveling superhero, and right now, he was inside the body of Goody's servant, Elizabeth.

At a funeral for Goody's husband Josiah, a guy named William collapsed and was about to die. But Ben stepped in, did CPR, and saved him, changing history a bit. The good news didn't last because people thought Ben was a witch for bringing someone back to life.

The town went crazy, everyone talking about the supposed witchcraft. A lady named Morgan told them they were being silly. But, she messed up by saying, "Those girls are no more witches than I am!" People took her words seriously, and now she, the redhead, was on trial for the same thing.

Triumph And Reconciliation: Ben's Leap And The Town's Redemption

More bad luck struck when William, who Ziggy thought would support the ladies, accused Elizabeth of being a witch, putting them all in danger. Luckily, William later assisted Ben and Goody in sneaking out of town, especially after Morgan escaped on horseback. But, as they got to the crossroads of Boston and Salem, Jenn told Ben to halt. Going farther would mean he'd leap into someone else's body. Also, they had to go back and rescue Morgan, who got caught by the villagers.

Goody wasn't keen on helping at first, feeling betrayed by Morgan. But, after a heartfelt talk from Ben about not letting bitterness take over, she changed her mind. Ben meant every word, especially after all the drama with Addison.

Meanwhile, Addison pd out that rain was coming, ending the town's drought and possibly saving lives. Ben, who was avoiding any talk about his ex-fiancée, set aside his feelings and listened to Addison. With the townspeople watching, waiting for the promised rain, the excited time-traveler raised his hands and shouted, "Let it rain!"

After a couple of attempts – and a few weird glances – the sky finally poured down, soaking the town in the much-needed rain. As folks started blaming the magistrate for being wrong about the witches, Ben quickly stopped their growing frenzy. He told them to consider the kind of town they wanted to be and encouraged them to talk directly instead of gossiping. He also pd out that their well was messed up with sulfur, causing the sudden illnesses.

In the end, Addison shared that Ben's mission worked out because no witches got burned or hanged in Middletown. Ben then confessed he was scared about what working with her did to him but now wanted to be friends.

“If you feel like you want to try, will you be my hologram?” he asked before leaping to the Egyptian pyramids.

Ben and Addison might not be a couple anymore, but it seems like they're back as a team!

Quantum Leap Season 2 Episode 7, 'A Kind of Magic,' takes us to 1692 Massachusetts, delving into witch trials and Ben's mission to save Goody. The exploration of prejudice, fear, and reason adds depth to the narrative. In the upcoming episode, 'Nomads,' the title suggests a journey or exploration theme, possibly taking Ben to a nomadic or ancient setting.

This shift might delve into themes of community, trust, and survival. Ben's leaps mirror his personal quest for identity and purpose, likely continuing in 'Nomads.' Meanwhile, HQ's dynamics, especially Addison's evolving role, promise an intriguing subplot. The addition of new team members adds complexity to the narrative, setting the stage for Quantum Leap Season 2 Episode 8.