WOKEOMETER.app

The definitive guide to cultural themes in modern entertainment.

Follow @wokeometerr on X

The Woke Report

New scores and the context behind them. A free Friday roundup, when there’s news to share.

Pro MembershipBuy Us a Coffee

Browse Media

  • Movies
  • TV Shows
  • Games
  • Books

Rankings

  • Platforms
  • Franchises
  • Studios
  • Hall of Fame

Company

  • About
  • Mission
  • How We Define Woke
  • Developers
  • Sponsor Wokeometer
  • Feature your work

Support

  • Daily Challenge
  • Calibrate Dial
  • Pro Membership
  • Buy Us a Coffee
  • Contact
Terms of ServicePrivacy PolicyAffiliate information

© 2026 Wokeometer

Film data fromTMDB

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a commission if you buy through these links. Our scores and analysis are independent.

  1. Wokeometer
  2. TV Shows
  3. Quantum Leap
  4. Season 2
Quantum Leap - Season 2
Shop this title

Shop this title

Quantum Leap

We may earn a commission from purchases through these links.

Digital video
Amazon — Digital video. Search this format: Quantum Leap. Opens in a new tab
DVD & Blu-ray
Amazon — DVD & Blu-ray. Search this format: Quantum Leap. Opens in a new tab

Search US stores by format. Check the title and edition before buying.

Explore Prime Video — Opens in a new tab

Catalog availability and subscription terms vary.

Quantum Leap - Season 2
From Quantum Leap

Quantum Leap - Season 2

tv·TV-PG·S2·Oct 4, 2023
Shop

Shop this title

Quantum Leap

We may earn a commission from purchases through these links.

Digital video
Amazon — Digital video. Search this format: Quantum Leap. Opens in a new tab
DVD & Blu-ray
Amazon — DVD & Blu-ray. Search this format: Quantum Leap. Opens in a new tab

Search US stores by format. Check the title and edition before buying.

Explore Prime Video — Opens in a new tab

Catalog availability and subscription terms vary.

← Back to Quantum Leap

Quantum Leap - Season 2

tv
TV-PG
Season 2
October 4, 2023
Wokeometer Rating
8Woke
0/10
Audience Woke Score
No Ratings Yet
Scale: 0 = not woke, 10 = maximally woke

TL;DR Verdict

Quantum Leap Season 2 earns an 8/10 wokeness score by centering non-binary identity, trans storylines, and progressive messaging over plot. Viewers report it feels like activist casting and messaging first, sci-fi second—best avoided if you want straightforward storytelling.

Get the next Woke Report ↓
Paid creator placementsFeature your article or video on this page

Detailed Analysis

Quantum Leap Season 2 embeds progressive ideological elements centrally through its core team composition and multiple storylines.

The main ensemble features no white male characters, with Mason Alexander Park (non-binary actor) portraying Ian Wright, a non-binary computer scientist whose identity is highlighted as a focal point of representation. Season 2 includes episodes such as 'The Family Treasure,' which centers on a character coming out as non-binary to family, framed as celebratory trans/non-binary joy rather than incidental character development.

Earlier patterns from Season 1, including the transgender athlete episode 'Let Them Play,' carry forward with explicit messaging on identity issues like sports participation and systemic barriers. Creator and cast emphasis on queer representation, diversity mandates in casting calls, and deliberate avoidance of traditional demographics amplify the activist framing.

Audience reception shows widespread backlash labeling the series as prioritizing 'woke agenda' and identity politics over storytelling, contributing to declining ratings and cancellation after two seasons. These elements go beyond organic diversity by making non-traditional identities and critiques of norms central to character arcs and plots, distinguishing it from the original series' more episodic social-issue approach.

Key Factors

  • Non-binary actor and character Ian Wright as core team member with identity-focused storylines
  • Explicit episodes on non-binary coming out and transgender participation in sports framed as identity affirmation
  • Casting choices emphasizing diversity with no white male leads and intentional exclusion noted in discussions
  • Creator/cast interviews and GLAAD-aligned promotion highlighting queer representation as mission-driven
  • Significant audience and critic pushback citing forced messaging and pandering as reasons for commercial failure

Methodology: Each score synthesizes audience discourse, critic and aggregator reception, and press coverage — weighed against the work itself, not any single source.

Detailed BreakdownPro

Identity Politics & Racial Essentialism
Gender Ideology & LGBTQ+ Themes
DEI Casting & Representation Mandates
Preachiness & Message-First Agenda
Corporate & Creator Activism

See how this title scores across all 5 woke subcategories with detailed explanations.

Unlock with Pro

From $3/month · 3-day trial for $1

The Woke Report

A curated roundup of newly scored movies, shows, and games, with the context behind the scores. Free. Unsubscribe anytime.

Privacy policy

Directed by

  • Chris Grismer
  • Pamela Romanowsky
  • Avi Youabian
7 more directors
  • Deborah Pratt
  • Joe Menendez
  • John Terlesky
  • Jude Weng
  • Kristin Windell
  • MJ Bassett
  • Tamika Miller

Is Quantum Leap - Season 2 Woke?

We've run a full content analysis on Quantum Leap - Season 2 and scored it 8/10 on the woke scale. Read our detailed breakdown above to see exactly what we found.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of woke content is in Quantum Leap - Season 2?

Our analysis checks for themes like identity politics, race-swapping, gender ideology, environmental activism, anti-religious messaging, and other progressive agenda elements. The score breakdown above shows which specific categories were flagged and how heavily they factor into Quantum Leap - Season 2's overall score.

Is Quantum Leap - Season 2 family-friendly?

Wokeometer focuses on ideological content rather than traditional ratings (violence, language, etc.). Quantum Leap - Season 2 is rated TV-PG. For a full picture, combine our woke analysis with the age rating to decide if it's right for your family.

How does Wokeometer score tv shows?

We evaluate media across multiple ideological categories on a 0–10 scale. Scores of 0–3 mean story-first, 4–6 have moderate elements, and 7–10 flag heavily agenda-driven content. Learn more about our methodology →

Enjoy Wokeometer? Help keep independent media analysis alive. Support us →

Browse Wokeometer by service

Peacock

Browse Wokeometer by service

Peacock

Top Cast

Raymond Lee
5.5Mixed

Raymond Lee

Dr. Ben Song

Caitlin Bassett
8Woke

Caitlin Bassett

Addison Augustine

Mason Alexander Park
8Woke

Mason Alexander Park

Ian Wright

Nanrisa Lee
8Woke

Nanrisa Lee

Jenn Chou

Ernie Hudson
3.6Based

Ernie Hudson

Herbert 'Magic' Williams

You Might Also Like

Similar titles you might enjoy

Constellation

Constellation

tv · TV-MA

LINK CLICK

LINK CLICK

tv · TV-14

The Expanse

The Expanse

tv · TV-14

The Originals

The Originals

tv · TV-14

The Night Watchman

The Night Watchman

tv · 15

Serial Experiments Lain

Serial Experiments Lain

tv · TV-14

Oasis

Oasis

tv · M18

Odyssey 5

Odyssey 5

tv

Audience Reviews

No reviews yet

Be the first to share what you thought of Quantum Leap - Season 2.