12-29-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we continue a series of clips from the IndyLeap 1997 convention! Daniel
tells a story of getting punched while filming "The Dirty Dozen," which John was
also in. Then John tells a humorous story where he fell on that set. Part 5
(of 7) lasts 2 minutes 1 second and can be found in the Conventions section of the video library.
12-21-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we continue a series of clips from the IndyLeap 1997 convention! Daniel
Roebuck joins John and tells a humorous story about another production he was in. Part
4 (of 7) lasts 2 minutes 12 seconds and can be found in the Conventions section of the video library.
12-14-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we continue a series of clips from the IndyLeap 1997 convention! John D'Aquino introduces Daniel Roebuck to
the group and talks about a reading with fans the next day from a script he had written. Part 3 (of 7) lasts 2 minutes 21 seconds and can be
found in the Conventions section of the
video library.
- Also, we have our final winner in the Al's Place Season Five DVD Giveaway!
Congrats to Sam Vannoy of Virginia in our final drawing.
12-7-2006
- New winner in the Al's Place Season Five DVD
Giveaway! Congrats to Amanda McBride of Texas in our second drawing. Final drawing is
December 14th, so enter to win now!
12-6-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we continue a series of clips from the IndyLeap 1997 convention!
John D'Aquino chats with fans about how
science-fiction is not so fiction anymore.
Part 2 (of 7) lasts 1 minute 59 seconds and can be found in the Conventions section of the video library.
11-30-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we begin
a series of clips from the IndyLeap
1997 convention! John D'Aquino speaks with fans about his upcoming
celebrity Turkey Hunt, among other things. Part 1 (of 7) lasts 1 minute 57 seconds and can be found in
the Conventions section of the video
library.
11-28-2006
- Al The Observer from the forums has submitted
his photo based on an image of Al from Killin' Time! See it on the Al's Place Alumni page.
11-27-2006
- At long last we have complete details of
Quantum Leap: The Complete Fifth Season on DVD! See screencaps of all menus including the
bonus blueprint menus as well as complete box art. Check it out on our Season Five DVD page. This set is complete
with all music, so run out and pick up a copy today!
- We have our first winner in the Season Five DVD Giveaway sponsored by Universal Studios! Congratulations to Larry Mounkes of North
Carolina! Odds of winning were 1 in 704. We have two more sets to give away - so enter today!
11-19-2006
- Due to my vacation over the Thanksgiving
holiday, I am airing the clip scheduled for the 23rd early! This week in Al's Video Library we conclude the 3-part series of clips from The Arsenio Hall
Show in 1992 with Scott Bakula. Scott talks about the upocoming
episode "Roberto!" and the 1st Quantum Leap convention. The clip lasts 3 minutes 10 seconds
and can be found in the Interviews
section. Happy Thanksgiving!
11-16-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we continue the 3-part series
of clips from The Arsenio Hall Show in 1992 with Scott Bakula. Arsenio talks to Scott about leaping into a black woman in "A Song
for the Soul" and about playing a woman in general. The clip lasts 2 minutes 50 seconds and can be found in the Interviews section.
- Also this week, Kevin Birch has sent us the
fourth installment in his tributes to the Quantum Leap seasons! This time the video lasts
7 minutes 21 seconds and features a song by Meatloaf. It's very enjoyable to watch and
listen to, so download it now in the Fan-Created
Films section of the video library!
11-9-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we begin a 3-part series of
clips from The Arsenio Hall Show in 1992 with Scott Bakula. Scott talks about being on a
trapeze, his motion sickness, and his Golden Globe win. The clip lasts 3 minutes and can
be found in the Interviews section.
11-2-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we have a clip from a program
that aired on the USA network in the Promos
section. This short video was among a series of look-backs at many sci-fi series. The clip
lasts 1 minutes 5 seconds.
11-1-2006
- Universal Studios has sent us a
super-high-resolution image of the Season Five DVD cover! Check it out on our Season Five DVD page.
10-26-2006
- New photo of Joe Quarterback on the Al's Place Alumni page. Add your own photo to this group of
leapers!
10-25-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we have a clip from Movie Time in the Promos section. Interviews with Don Bellisario,
Scott Bakula, Dean Stockwell, and glimpses from the set of "Double Identity."
The clip lasts 2 minutes 29 seconds.
10-18-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we have a clip from
Entertainment Tonight during Scott's "Murphy Brown" days in the Promos section. ET remembers Scott with clips
from his many early television shows. The clip lasts 1 minute 36 seconds.
10-13-2006
- Universal Studios is sponsoring our next DVD
giveaway! Enter to win one of three sets of Quantum Leap: The Complete Fifth Season
on DVD. Enter now!
10-12-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we conclude a trio of clips
featuring an interview of Scott on The
Tonight Show from October 17th, 1990. Bakula
comments on a scene from "Sibling Rivalry" his current movie at the time. Part 3 (of 3) lasts 1 minute 55 seconds.
10-5-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we continue with an interview of Scott on The Tonight Show from
October 17th, 1990. Bakula answers a question on
who he would like to leap into, how he almost became a lawyer, and how he got his start in
acting. Part 2 (of 3) lasts 2 minutes 18
seconds.
9-28-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library, we feature 2 clips! Apologies
for missing last week's release. The first is a short Entertainment Tonight promo clip featuring Scott and a chimp from
"The Wrong Stuff" and lasts 44 seconds. The second video is an interview of Scott on The Tonight Show from
October 17th, 1990. Scott talks about "Miss Deep South" and various other
'controversial' characters. Part 1 (of 3) lasts 3 minutes 24 seconds.
9-21-2006
- The Al's Place Store has been revamped! We
have added a new shopping cart to make things easier to purchase and the shipping cost is
now included in the prices. Thanks for supporting us and visit the new store at quantumleap-alsplace.com/store
9-16-2006
9-14-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library, Bob Saget makes a short
statement in a clip from Entertainment Tonight. The clip lasts 32 seconds. Check it out on
the Promos page.
9-13-2006
9-7-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library, Scott is interviewed by
Entertainment Tonight on the set of "M.I.A."
The clip lasts 2 minutes 37 seconds. Check it out on the Promos page.
- Added several images to our forum - check it out!
8-31-2006
8-28-2006
- Spring
Leap '99 info can now be found in our Conventions
section! Check out the entire program book, photos, schedules, and information from the
convention.
8-24-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library, Scott talks about how much he
learned about Lee Harvey Oswald while preparing for the episode. He also says that he is
the one who led the network to leap him into a woman. He also talks about an upcoming
episode where he leaps into Dr. Ruth. This is from an interview on September 21, 1992.
This is part 4 (of 4) and lasts 3 minutes 27 seconds. Check it out on the Interviews page.
8-18-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library, Jay helps Scott promote the
episode "Lee Harvey Oswald" with a clip from the episode. This is from an
interview on September 21, 1992. This is part 3 (of 4) and lasts 2 minutes 46
seconds. Check it out on the Interviews
page.
8-16-2006
- Accelerate
96 convention info can now be found in our Conventions
section! Check out the entire program book, photos thanks to Ian Collier, and lots of
flyers and informational pages from the convention.
8-15-2006
- Unversal Studios has announced the release of
Quantum Leap: The Complete Fifth Season on November 14th, 2006! See our Season Five DVD page for all the info.
8-14-2006
8-2-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library, Paul Reiser appears with
Scott in this clip on The Tonight Show as Bakula talks about appearances. He also
talks about a tabloid report that claimed he shot an 11-year old girl off her horse.This
is from an episode on September 21, 1992. This is part 2 (of 4) and lasts 2 minutes
20 seconds. Check it out on the Interviews
page.
8-2-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library, Scott appears on The Tonight
Show from an episode on September 21, 1992. Scott
comments on why he thinks fans are attracted to the show. He also mentions that the show
is very popularall over the world. He tells a humorous story of a woman who tells her
husband that Scott is what a real man looks like.
This is part 1 (of 4) and lasts 2 minutes 32 seconds. Check it out on the Interviews page.
7-30-2006
- Added a new page for items for sale by Richard Herd of
"Future Boy!" Richard will give Al's Place 10% of his sales to help with server,
forum, and domain fees - be generous!
7-29-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we again present a series of
clips with cinematographer Michael Watkins. Watkins
discusses his Emmy nomination and we meet the makeup artists Doug Kelley and Michael
Mills. See behind-the-scenes of "The Leap Home" makeup. Also has a clip
from the Emmy awards show. This is part 3 (of 3)
and lasts 2 minutes 2 seconds. Check it out on the Behind the Scenes section on the Cinematography page.
- Also this week we air two commercials in the Commercials section. One is a series of
clips with Bakula offeriung tips on how to stay healthy on "A Healty Challenge."
The second is a promo for Scott's post-Quantum tv series, "Mr. & Mrs.
Smith."
- Added front and back covers of the U.K.
version "A to Z" book to the Novels
section. Thanks to Warren.
- Added a new wallpaper by Kumiko to the Wallpapers page in the Media & More section!
- 2005 QL Fandom awards have been announced! We
won awards for our website and forum. Take a
look! Thanks to everyone who makes this one of the best sites on the net!
7-21-2006
- Do to our move to a new server, we will not be
doing any updates until on or before July 28th. We apologize for this! We will release all
missed video clips in the video library on that date.
7-9-2006
- New version of the Al's Video Library CD-ROM
has been released! This is a 3-disc set and now includes Ziggy's Sounds audi clips as
well. You get all the videos in the library... even the ones not scheduled for release
until September 2007! Get your copy today and support our website fees with your purchase.
See the new Al's Video Library CD-ROM Collection
page for all the details.
7-6-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we again present a series of
clips with cinematographer Michael Watkins. Watkins talks about the Vietnam episode &
directs "Play Ball." Scott & Dean talk about working with him. This is part
2 (of 3) and lasts 2 minutes 3 seconds. Check it out on the Behind the Scenes section on the Cinematography page.
7-5-2006
- Added full photos, video, and information on
the Region 2 set of Quantum Leap: The Complete Fourth Season on DVD to our Season Four DVD page! This set DOES have
music replacement, much to our disappointment. Get all the info here.
- Added the front and back covers for a UK print
of the novel "Odyssey" in the Novels section. Thanks to Warren for the scans!
7-1-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library we present a new print of the
series with cinematographer Michael Watkins. It's much clearer and you can now hear
everything being said. This is part 1 (of 3) and lasts 2 minutes 10 seconds. Check it out
on the Behind the Scenes section on
the Cinematography page.
- We have updated the "2006-2007 Release Schedule" page for
the video library, so take a look at what's coming up next!
6-27-2006
6-26-2006
- On June 8th we brought you a very rare
commercial featuring Sam leaping from the TV series Night Court, to Wings, to Midnight
Caller, and then... to Friday. We now have a much clearer version of this and wanted to
re-release it to you today. You'll not want to miss this one! Check it out in Al's Video Library on the Commercials page at the bottom.
6-22-2006
- This week in Al's Video Library is another very rare
commercial featuring Sam and Al looking into a mirror as Sam changes bodies 4 times. This
is a "Move to Wednesday" commercial promo. Check it out on the Commercials page, 2nd row from the top.
- We have updated the "2006-2007 Release Schedule" page for
the video library, so take a look at what's coming up next!
- Added thumbnails, running times, and
descriptions for all upcoming video releases in the video library.
6-18-2006
- Two new additions to the Alumni page! You know them from our forum as Enterprise and
MrsCalavicci, so see them in real life near the bottom of the page.
6-15-2006
- Al's
Video Library is now releasing new videos again each Thursday night! We continue this
week with another rare 1989 commercial featuring Sam as a woman! Check it out on the Commercials page at the bottom.
6-8-2006
- Al's
Video Library is now releasing new videos again each Thursday night! We begin this
week with a very rare commercial featuring Sam leaping from the TV series Night Court, to
Wings, to Midnight Caller, and then... to Friday! You'll not want to miss this one! Check
it out on the Commercials page at the
bottom.
5-30-2006
5-10-2006
- Added Carla Gugino to the Celebrity Leapers page in the Cast & Crew section. Carla has also appeared
in "Sin City," "Spy Kids," and the Bon Jovi music video
"Always." Thanks to ziggysego for the photo and information.
- U.K. fan Steven O'Leary has brought to our
attention a kiss with history that we overlooked! A young Bill
Clinton appeared in "Memphis Melody." We have updated the episode guide page and the Kiss With History page in the Media & More section with this info and a video
clip of the scene.
- Thanks to Feldon30 for a possible demo version of the Quantum
Leap theme song. Feldon30 said he found it on the internet some time ago. Listen to it in Ziggy's Sounds under the Theme Songs heading.
- Added the recent Issue # 33 of The Observer fan club newsletter to the Fanzines section!
- Revamped the
Advertisements page in the Media and More
section. Categorized the ads for easier searching.
5-6-2006
- I met with Richard Herd (Moe Stien from
"Future Boy") yesterday! Check out Richard's new page in our Cast & Crew section under the heading of Guest
Star Appearances at Al's Place. Photos, info, and a message to the fans are included!
5-4-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! We continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! K Callan from "The Americanization of
Machiko" and other guest stars comment on smoking habits around the set. Part 21 (of 21) from the video by Jo Fox lasts 2 minutes 21 seconds. We will have a short hiatus from video releases
following this final LeapCon 1995 video.
- Bonus video this week! Check out the Quantum Leap in Other Shows section in
the Video Library for scenes from the television series "Robot Chicken."
Warning: this clip features 2 scenes
that may be objectionable to some fans of Quantum Leap. This video is not for children. It
lasts 41 seconds.
4-29-2006
- We have added three images of a production
cell from Mirror Image to the Mirror Imaging page! See and read about how the crew created
the titles and credits for Quantum Leap!
4-27-2006
- New in Al's Video Library this week! We
continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los Angeles, CA! Michael Watkins talks about an explosive disaster on the set of
"Justice." Part 20 (of 21) from the
video by Jo Fox lasts 2 minutes 19 seconds. Final clip from this
series airs next Thursday! We will have a short hiatus from video releases following this
final LeapCon 1995 video.
- This month we had some contributions to our website! Thanks to
those folks for your generous donations and purchases.
You're keeping us alive!
4-20-2006
- New in Al's Video Library this week! We
continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los Angeles, CA! Michael Watkins and Diamond Farnsworth talk about pranks with tapeballs and
wiring Scott's horn to his brakes. Hilarious!
Part 19 (of 21) from the video by Jo Fox lasts 2 minutes 54
seconds.
4-17-2006
4-5-2006
- We have our first winner in the Season Four DVD Giveaway. Congratulations to
Jason Randall of Arizona! Next drawing is April 18th!
4-1-2006
3-30-2006
- New in Al's Video Library this week! We
continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los Angeles, CA!
Featured in this segment are Cheryl Harrington of Black On White On Fire and Michelle
Joyner of The Right Hand of God who talks about that episode being the only time she ever
wore a habit. Part 18 (of 21) from the video by Jo Fox lasts 1 minute 3 seconds.
- tvshowsondvd.com took our suggestion to
release news of the Quantum Leap: The
Complete Fifth Season DVD release and has posted a clearer image than the one we
previously posted. Take a look at the enlarged image!
3-27-2006
3-23-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! We continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! John D'Aquino, Carolyn Seymour, and Renee Coleman sign autographs. Part 17 (of 21) from the video by Jo Fox lasts 1 minute 48 seconds.
3-21-2006
- Want an advance peek at Season Four on DVD
before it comes out on March 28th? We have it! See the many DVD menus, the complete disc
order, and learn everything you need to know about this release. Check out our Season Four on DVD page for all the info!
- Enter our Season Four DVD Giveaway contest! We have
three copies to give away between now and the end of April. Enter today!
- We have cover art for Season
Five! It will definately be released sometime in
2006 according to a $5.00 off coupon enclosed in the Season Four set. See our Season Five on DVD page for the first look
at the cover!
3-15-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! We continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! Guest stars such as John D'Aquino and Richard Herd arrive to the guest
panel. This is actually the intro to Jo Fox's video.
Part 16 (of 21) from the video by Jo Fox lasts 2 minutes 26 seconds.
3-8-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! We continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! Leila Hee Olsen of "The Americanization of Machiko" talks about how
the topless scene affected her husband's youth group. We also see several familiar faces
including Susan French of "The Color of Truth." Part 15 (of 21) from the video
by Jo Fox lasts 2 minutes 22 seconds.
3-5-2006
- Added Marcia Cross from "Good Night, Dear
Heart" to the Celebrity Leapers page!
Marcia now stars in the hit show "Desperate Housewives."
3-3-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! We continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! Renee Coleman answers a question about how Scott kisses and his nervousness.
Part 14 (of 21) lasts 2 minutes 1 second.
2-27-2006
- Added 8 more celebrities to our Celebrity Leapers page in the Cast and Crew section! Deborah Pratt, Melora
Hardin, Olivia Burnette, David Newsom, Troian Bellisario, Charles Rocket, Renee Coleman,
and Carolyn Seymour.
2-25-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! We continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! Renee Coleman comments on Scott's appearance in "Playgirl" magazine
and Scott's nervousness during their steamy scenes together, and the co-star of
"Southern Comforts" talks about her first scene with Scott in humorous detail.
Part 13 (of 21) lasts 2 minutes 44 seconds.
2-22-2006
- Our Celebrity
Leapers page in the Cast and Crew section
has been revamped with a new layout, all-new current images of the actors/actresses, and
additional guest stars! New page logo added too. Compare how the characters have changed
in the last 15 years!
- gelfling1220 has given us permission to
archive her "The Final Leap" comic book at Al's Place! Check out The Final Leap in the Comic Book section to read this very entertaining comic
that Leaps Sam into the TV series Enterprise!
2-18-2006
- Added a QL fan art poster by Kevin Wilson to
the Artwork page.
- Thanks to ziggy_the_ego of quantumleaping.com
for the images and information of Deitrich Bader, Peter Boone, K Callan, and Michael
Madsen for the Celebrity Leapers page in our
Cast and Crew section!
2-16-2006
2-12-2006
- New "Tip
Jar" page to assist fans wishing to make donations to Al's Place Quantum Leap Fan
Site. Also has a list of past to present contributors.
2-11-2006
- Added images of a 1990 Quantum Leap crew shirt
to the Merchandise page.
2-9-2006
2-8-2006
- Added the listings for Quantum Leap airings on
the Universal HD (High Definition) chennel to our Showtimes
page!
- Added images of a rainbow-logo Quantum Leap
crew shirt from an unknown year and images of official postcards to the Merchandise page. Also added images of 3 QL
convention T-shirts.
- Added the link to the Quantum Leap listing on
Wikipedia to the Informational Resources section on the Leaping
Links page.
- We have added a new clip from an episode of
"The Family Guy" to Al's Video Library
on the QL On Other TV Shows page! Check
out 2 hilarious clips from the series that relate directly to Quantum Leap!
2-4-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! The second of a 4-video series of speeches by Scott Bakula is
now showing on the Viewers for Quality
Television page in the Miscellaneous
clips section! It lasts 5 minutes 15 seconds and is from 1991. Join us next week for the
1992 award speech by Scott Bakula.
- The Season Three on DVD page has been updated
with a complete series of photos and a video of the Region 2 release! See the discs, sleve
and insert art, and watch a video of the episode menus! Also added a video of the Season Two Region Two menus as well.
1-30-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! I have gone through every page of the video library and added
detailed descriptions of what is contained in each video. I have also provided the running
time for each video. Watching all of these clips again has been fascinating and I
especially recommend watching the Sciography
series again if you haven't seen them already!
- Great new additions to our
long-forgotten Artwork page! Take
a look at more than 30 pieces of fantastic QL-related artwork created by fans. We also
have the entire collection of comic book artwork from C. Winston Taylor in his
Quantum Leap portfolio and loads of drawings by the artist minds-i-view!
1-29-2006
- Updates the Media & More page with
descriptions of the many miscellaneous sections of our website.
1-26-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! The first of a 4-video series of speeches by Scott Bakula is
now showing on the Viewers for Quality
Television page in the Miscellaneous
clips section! It lasts 2 minutes 34 seconds and is from 1990. Join us next week for the
1991 award speech by Scott Bakula.
- Updated the Season Three on DVD page with new images
from the Region-2 release.
- Updated the Season Four on DVD page with new images
(thanks to Universal Studios for the images and Special Ops Media for the contact
assistance), pre-order information, and other useful information on the set.
- New short music video in the Fan-Created Films section of Al's Video
Library! Video by Robin~QLeap.
1-22-2006
1-19-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library this week! We continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! It features Scott & Dean talking about the charity auction results,
fan-fiction, and the final wrap-up of their time at the convention. Part 12 (of 21) lasts
5 minutes 6 seconds.
- New sound clips in Ziggy's
Sounds section under "Sam Beckett" from
the episode "The Leap Back" featuring Sam saying "Hello Ziggy!" and
"Ziggy...give me what I want baby."
1-18-2006
 New
download icon! Wherever you see the icon to the right, click it to download the item you
are looking at. This has been added to the comic book section of the website!
1-16-2006
1-12-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library! We continue the 21-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! Part 11 (of 21) lasts 3 minutes 57 seconds and features Scott & Dean
talking about pranks on the set, Scott's directing experience, and the "T's" at
the end of Mirror Image. Parts 13 through 21 will begin to air at the end of
February following a 4-week break for the Viewers For Quality Television award speech
series.
1-9-2006
- Jarrett Lennon, who played 'Tiny Boy' in
"A Little Miracle" has updated his
page here at Al's Place with his new website address at jarrettlennon.com! Be sure to
check out the chat he participated in here at
the Al's Place chatroom.
1-8-2006
- The 12-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA has been continued with additional clips recently uncovered! We are adding 9
more video clips from this convention featuring many guest stars from the series. Parts 13
through 21 will begin to air at the end of February following a 4-week break for the
Viewers For Quality Television award speech series.
1-5-2006
- New in Al's
Video Library! We continue the 12-part series of clips from the Leapcon 1995 Convention in Los
Angeles, CA! This next clip features Scott & Dean talking about the episode scripts,
memories of Dennis Wolfberg, and saying "Oh, Boy!" This is Part 10 (of 12) and
lasts 4 minutes 47 seconds.
1-3-2006
1-2-2006
- New photo of QLeap (Robin Gilmore) has been
added to the Alumni page!
1-1-2006
- For those of you with Internet Explorer, you
should see a new handlink cursor on this page and many others on the website! Happy new
year!
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