Quincy, M.E. (season 6)

Quincy, M.E. (Season 6)

Overview

Season 6 of Quincy, M.E. aired from October 1981 to May 1982, continuing to tackle complex forensic cases with an emphasis on social issues and medical justice.

Episodes

#	Title	Original air date	Summary	IMDb rating
1	Memories of Allison	October 28, 1981	Quincy encounters a woman who falls down an escalator at a job fair and cannot remember her identity. Racing against time, he must protect her from someone who wants her dead.	7.4
2	The Golden Hour	November 4, 1981	After a young girl dies in a car crash, Quincy uncovers alarming shortcomings in emergency room care and advocates for trauma centers.	7.2
3	Slow Boat to Madness: Part 1	November 11, 1981	On a Tahiti cruise, Quincy and Dr. Janet Carlyle assist the crew as a mysterious infectious disease spreads among passengers.	7.3
4	Slow Boat to Madness: Part 2	November 18, 1981	Quincy continues to investigate the outbreak of a strange illness on the cruise ship.	7.0
5	D.U.I.	December 2, 1981	Quincy joins an anti-drunk driving campaign following a pedestrian's death involving a prominent lawyer and a surprising twist.	7.6
6	For Want of a Horse	December 9, 1981	Quincy investigates a ranch owner’s death while Dr. Astin and his wife cope with challenges raising a foster child.	7.5
7	Gentle Into That Good Night	December 16, 1981	Quincy supports a terminal cancer patient confronting the end of life.	7.7
8	Dead Stop	December 23, 1981	Quincy delves into the trucking industry and illegal toxic dumping after a driver with lung damage dies following an accident.	7.4
9	Bitter Pill	January 6, 1982	The death of a high school student at basketball practice draws Quincy into the dangers of “pep” pills and lookalike drugs.	7.2
10	Guns Don't Die	January 13, 1982	Quincy investigates a series of murders involving the same gun used by different killers, examining handgun ownership issues.	6.7
11	When Luck Ran Out	January 20, 1982	Quincy probes the mysterious death of a horse.	6.9
12	Smoke Screen	January 27, 1982	After a deadly hotel fire, Quincy searches for an arsonist and uncovers an arson anonymous group.	7.4
13	For Love of Joshua	February 3, 1982	Quincy investigates the denial of medical care to a baby with Down syndrome and the attending physician’s controversial actions.	7.9
14	Into the Murdering Mind	February 10, 1982	A schizophrenic young man murders his family and surrenders; Quincy suspects the mental illness may be feigned.	7.3
15	To Clear the Air	February 17, 1982	Quincy campaigns to improve Los Angeles air quality after an atmospheric inversion contributes to multiple deaths.	6.8
16	The Shadow of Death	February 24, 1982	Quincy investigates the death of a Vietnam nurse with PTSD and supports efforts to help another veteran in need.	7.5
17	The Flight of the Nightingale	March 3, 1982	A hospital mistake triggers a nurses' strike, which Quincy and Dr. Astin work to resolve.	7.2
18	Stolen Tears	March 17, 1982	Quincy investigates the murder of an Auschwitz survivor and aids a friend battling a Holocaust denial lawsuit.	7.7
19	The Face of Fear	March 24, 1982	When an agoraphobic woman witnesses a murder, Quincy races to identify both killer and victim.	7.3
20	Expert in Murder	March 31, 1982	Quincy's expert testimony in a mob boss trial is challenged, putting his reputation on the line.	7.9
21	The Unquiet Grave	April 7, 1982	Quincy revisits an old flame and uncovers a deadly conspiracy after her husband dies.	7.6
22	The Last of Leadbottom	April 28, 1982	After finding a microchip in an admiral’s body, Quincy reenters the Navy to expose a spy and uncover the admiral’s secrets.	7.4
23	Deadly Protection	May 5, 1982	Quincy investigates a child’s death caused by the family guard dog and decides to adopt a dog himself.	7.8
24	The Mourning After	May 12, 1982	Quincy examines the death of a college student killed during a hazing ritual as the family grieves.	7.3

Cast

• **Jack Klugman** as Dr. R. Quincy, M.E.
• **Garry Walberg** as Lt. Monahan
• **John S. Ragin** as Dr. Asten
• Recurring guest stars include Bret Nighman, Lonny Chapman, Martin Balsam, and others.

Production

Season 7 delved into contemporary social and medical issues, from drunk driving and toxic waste to mental illness and hospital errors.