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Welcome to the QME Wiki — a fan-powered project sponsored by The Quincy Examiner, the online home for fans of the classic television series Quincy, M.E.. Stay tuned as we continue to expand this resource dedicated to the groundbreaking show that captivated audiences from the mid-1970s through the early 1980s. If you're looking for the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on Quincy, M.E., be sure to explore our QME Episode Guide section. This new and improved feature replaces the original QME Episode Bible (Beta Edition), offering updated entries, corrected details, and expanded content. It represents the next evolution of our commitment to documenting this beloved Universal Studios television series. The QME Wiki is here to serve fans old and new, preserving the legacy of Quincy, M.E. with accurate, fan-curated information. Check back often for updates and new features!
About The Show
Quincy, M.E. aired on NBC from 1976 to 1983 and starred Jack Klugman as the title character, Dr. Quincy — a relentless and principled medical examiner for the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office. He was joined by Robert Ito as Sam Fujiyama, John S. Ragin as Dr. Robert Astin, and Garry Walberg as Police Lt. Frank Monahan. Each week, this team tackled a new case, unraveling suspicious deaths and uncovering hidden truths. Combining forensic science with social commentary, the show was a pioneer in the medical drama and crime procedural genres.

 

 

 

   

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Los Angeles County General Hospital — filming location for Quincy

   

This building is the historic Los Angeles County General Hospital, also known for much of its life as the Los Angeles County+USC (LAC+USC) Medical Center. Its distinct Art Deco architecture, earning it the nickname "the Great Stone Mother," makes it a recognizable landmark. 
During the late 1970s and early 1980s, this facility served as the primary hospital. It is located in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.   
The main building, as depicted in the image, is located at 1200 North State Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033. This shot no doubt taken from the Golden State Freeway northbound.   
The approximate GPS coordinates for this location are: 34.0579° N, 118.2089° W.   
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Ray Danton

     

Ray Danton (December 19, 1931 – July 1, 1992) was a notable American actor and television director, best known among Quincy, M.E. fans for directing 25 episodes across the show’s seven-season network run. His direction helped shape the evolving tone of Quincy, M.E. as it transitioned from the NBC Mystery Movie format into a standalone one-hour series focused on medical investigations and social issues.   
Danton directed key episodes such as “Tissue of Truth” and “A Question of Time” during the early shift following the original two-hour premiere, “Snake Eyes.” He remained a recurring director throughout the series, leading episodes like “No Way to Treat a Flower,” “Never a Child,” “Diplomatic Immunity,” and “Unhappy Hour” during the fifth season. His work continued into the final seasons with notable episodes such as “Stain of Guilt,” “Dead Stop,” and “Guilty Until Proven Innocent.”   
Before moving behind the camera, Danton was a Golden Globe–winning actor, known for his roles in films like The Rise and Fall of Legs Diamond and The George Raft Story. His directing brought a distinct visual style and emotional depth to Quincy, M.E., helping to establish it as one of television’s pioneering medical crime procedurals.   
Ray Danton passed away on July 1, 1992, at age 60. His legacy endures in his significant contributions to the show’s success and impact. More....

   

   

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