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| {{Infobox television episode | | {{Infobox television episode |
| | title = Quincy's Wedding - Part 2 | | | title = Quincy's Wedding - Part 2 |
| | |titlecard = sample.png |
| | series = Quincy, M.E. | | | series = Quincy, M.E. |
| | season = 7 | | | season = 8 |
| | episode = 18 | | | episode = 18 |
| | airdate = May 5, 1983 | | | airdate = May 5, 1983 |
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| | prev = Quincy's Wedding - Part 1 | | | prev = Quincy's Wedding - Part 1 |
| | next = Fatal Confession | | | next = Fatal Confession |
| | network_logo = nbc2.png
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| | network = NBC | | | network = NBC |
| | production_company = Universal Television / MCA | | | production_company = Universal Television / MCA |
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| == Episode Quote == | | <div style="text-align:center; margin-top:10px;"> |
| '''"You can't change the past, but you can make sure the truth comes out."''
| | [[:File:Quincys_Wedding_Part2_Titlecard.jpg|link=Quincy's_Wedding_-_Part_2|480px|center|thumb|alt=Title card for 'Quincy's Wedding - Part 2'|Title card from ''Quincy's Wedding - Part 2'']] |
| ~ '''Dr. Quincy''', in ''[[Quincy's Wedding - Part 2 (Quincy, M.E.)]]''
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| == Episode Overview ==
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| ''Quincy's Wedding - Part 2'' is the eighteenth episode of Season 7 of [[Quincy, M.E.]], originally airing May 5, 1983 on [[NBC]]. The episode concludes the two-part story focusing on Dr. Quincy’s upcoming wedding and the dark family secrets uncovered through forensic investigation.
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| == Application of The QME Episode Laws ==
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| This episode exemplifies the following **QME Episode Laws** as outlined in [[QME Ep Laws]]:
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| * **Law 1:** Pursuit of truth and justice – Quincy uncovers hidden evidence surrounding his fiancée's past.
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| * **Law 2:** Exploration of social and ethical issues – the episode touches on family secrets, trust, and forgiveness.
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| * **Law 3:** Addressing complex topics sensitively – the storyline deals with emotional trauma and moral dilemmas.
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| * **Law 4:** Scientific accuracy – detailed forensic methods are used to unravel the mystery.
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| == Episode Synopsis ==
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| The episode follows Dr. Quincy as he navigates his fiancée Emily Hanover’s troubled past revealed by a sudden death linked to her family. Quincy investigates the mysterious circumstances behind the death and the cover-up attempts, leading to tense confrontations and emotional revelations. Meanwhile, preparations for the wedding continue amidst these complications.
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| == Plot Summary ==
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| Dr. Quincy’s fiancée, Dr. Emily Hanover, faces scrutiny after a family member dies under suspicious circumstances. Quincy’s forensic examination uncovers inconsistencies in the official story. With his characteristic persistence, Quincy works to expose the truth while grappling with the personal impact on his upcoming marriage. The episode culminates in justice served and a deeper understanding between Quincy and Emily.
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| == Episode Navigation == | |
| [[Quincy's Wedding - Part 1 (Quincy, M.E.)|← Part 1]] • '''Quincy's Wedding - Part 2''' • [[Fatal Confession (Quincy, M.E.)|Next →]]
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| ''Season 8 Overview:'' [[Quincy, M.E. (Season 8)|Full Episode List]]
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| == Main Cast ==
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| * '''Jack Klugman''' as Dr. R. Quincy
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| * '''Robert Ito''' as Sam Fujiyama
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| * '''Val Bisoglio''' as Danny Tovo
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| * '''John Ragin''' as Dr. Robert Asten
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| * '''Garry Walberg''' as Lt. Frank Monahan
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| * '''Joseph Roman''' as Sgt. Brill
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| == Guest Cast ==
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| * '''Anita Gillette''' as Dr. Emily Hanover (Quincy's fiancée)
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| * '''Jeanette Nolan''' as Edna Brackett
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| * '''John McIntire''' as Roy Brackett
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| * '''Priscilla Pointer''' as Nurse Kathy Benson
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| * '''Carole Cook''' as Winslow
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| * '''William Campbell''' as Dr. Sutter
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| * '''Ivor Francis''' as Dr. Reed
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| * '''Richard Paul''' as Boxwell
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| * '''John Nolan''' as Bartender
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| * '''Ed McNamara''' as Very Old Man
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| * '''Carol Donnelly''' as Head Infirmary Nurse
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| * '''Marcelo Tubert''' as Technician
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| * '''Filip Field''' as Lab Technician
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| * '''Diane Markoff''' as Waitress
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| * '''Eddie Garrett''' as Ed
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| * '''Peter Virgo''' as Pete
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| == Case File Summary ==
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| '''Victim:''' Unnamed family member of Dr. Emily Hanover
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| '''Case #:''' LACC 83.05.210
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| The investigation reveals a cover-up within Emily Hanover’s family, complicating Quincy’s personal and professional life as he seeks justice.
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| == Filming Locations and Exterior Footage ==
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| Filmed primarily on Universal Studios lots with select on-location shots around Los Angeles to maintain continuity with the series’ established setting.
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| == Forensic Science Insight ==
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| * Application of autopsy and toxicology reports to confirm cause and manner of death.
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| * Use of forensic chemistry to detect poisoning and trace evidence.
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| * Detailed fingerprint and blood sample analysis to disprove initial assumptions.
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| == Themes & Tropes ==
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| * ''The Investigator's Conflict'' – balancing personal relationships with professional duty.
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| * ''Family Secrets'' – uncovering hidden truths that threaten loved ones.
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| * ''Love Under Fire'' – romantic commitment tested by external events.
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| == Reception & Ratings ==
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| The episode was well received by fans for its emotional depth and suspenseful conclusion to the two-part wedding story arc. It maintained steady viewership with strong critical praise for Jack Klugman’s performance and the writing.
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| == Trivia ==
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| * Anita Gillette’s portrayal of Emily Hanover was a recurring guest role in Season 8.
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| * The two-part wedding story is considered one of the series’ most memorable arcs.
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| * Jack Klugman’s real-life wedding was referenced in fan circles after this episode aired.
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| == Cultural Impact ==
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| ''Quincy's Wedding - Part 2'' reinforced the series’ reputation for blending forensic science with personal drama, influencing later forensic dramas that integrate protagonists’ personal lives into procedural storytelling.
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| == See Also ==
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| * [[Quincy, M.E.]]
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| * [[List of Quincy, M.E. episodes]]
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| * [[Forensic pathology]]
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| * [[NBC]]
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| * [[1983 in television]]
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| == External Links ==
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| * [Official Quincy Examiner Website](https://www.quincyexaminer.com "Visit The Quincy Examiner Official Website")
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| * [IMDb page for ''Quincy's Wedding - Part 2''](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074042/episodes?season=8 "IMDb Quincy Season 8 Episodes")
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| * [Quincy, M.E. episode guide on TV.com](https://www.tv.com/shows/quincy-me/ "TV.com Quincy Guide")
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| * [Quincy fan community on Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/QuincyME/ "Reddit Quincy, M.E. Discussion")
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