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Season 1 – High Potential

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Morgan, a single mom with three kids and an exceptional mind, helps solve an unsolvable crime when she rearranges some evidence during her shift as a cleaner for the police department. When they discover she has a knack for putting things in order because of her high intellectual potential, she is brought on as a consultant to work with a by-the-book seasoned detective, Karadec. Together they form an unusual and unstoppable team.
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High Potential — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

With the ineffable Kaitlin Olson on hand to inject some spiky personality into a familiar formula, High Potential is a solid procedural with plenty of upside.

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Dan Einav Financial Times 02/04/2025
3/5
Still, a show can do a lot worse than get by on the strength of its star. And after two decades as perhaps the most underexposed member of the Sunny ensemble, it’s nice to see Olson realise her potential as a series lead. Go to Full Review
Caroline Framke Boston Globe 01/28/2025
It’s a balancing act that would trip up lesser actors, but one Olson takes on without breaking a visible sweat. For as solid as “High Potential” is overall, it still wouldn’t be realizing half its own potential without her. Go to Full Review
Tim Glanfield The Times (UK) 01/27/2025
4/5
It’s the familiarity of the format that forms the foundation of success here. Layer on to that snappy and well-timed humour... and even the occasionally telegraphed plot points can be forgiven. Go to Full Review
Christopher Stevens Daily Mail (UK) Aug 4
4/5
It has the studio-bound look of a classic U.S. sitcom and the pacing to match. Go to Full Review
Lindsay Press Culturess Mar 13
Morgan delivers heart and comedy to the series, as High Potential encourages her intelligence in spotting things other people can not while still having her learn what it means to go about things in a legal fashion. Go to Full Review
Debashine Thangevelo Independent Online (South Africa) Feb 28
If you are a fan of whodunits, this one ticks the box - and then some. Go to Full Review
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Joseph B. Feb 2 One word: unique. Not too many shows we can say that about lately. Wholesome, witty, quick paced, and the combination of the super-sleuth Olsen reminds me of a twenty first century Sherlock Holmes as I wait for her to conclude each episode with, “It’s elementary, my dear Watson.” Olsen and her supporting cast do a fantastic job of balancing the seriousness of their “jobs” with the almost comic relief moments throughout the episodes like the “gang” from Scooby-Doo, respectfully. Couple this with the dual plot structure of single episode resolution and the overarching “where’s Dad” and I believe the writing is superb. Some might say that the episode stories are too simplistic or even too easily solved, but I must say that it’s brilliant and anyone who has read any Sir Arthur Conan Doyle or seen any of the old Scooby-Doo episodes can connect the dots. Furthermore, Kaitlin Olsen should be commended for being such a diverse (and greatly underrated) actor. Props to ABC for running with this series and by all means they should allow these writers and actors to entertain such a vast age range of viewers for seasons to come. Well done. See more Inspire11 R @Insp11red Feb 1 I love this concept even if it's a tired cop procedural show. I most watch because i love the style in this show, the clothing is so fun! See more Abby G. @Abby_Greene Jan 31 This is a great show especially if you need to watch something light to get you in a good mood. See more Zane T @ZaneThind Jan 12 High Potential is an emotional well driven drama that brings a new feel to the procedural. Kaitlin Olson is an absolute scene stealer in this show as well. I swear she looked up all those facts rather than the writer giving her things to say. See more Cork B Jan 6 I get why folks might want to watch this - Legally Blonde meets Limitless .... it is some sort of single mom fantasy hour to get me away from my screaming babies. The way House teases single male misanthropes. That said, this is totally not my bag, baby. And what is up with the outfits? I am kinda out of it, but the seem a bit street walker-y. See more Reviewer 2. @Reviewer24 Dec 31 Cheesy but witty and upbeat. Easy watch and keeps you guessing. See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 17, 2024 Pilot A single mom with an exceptional mind is recruited to the LAPD Major Crimes unit. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 24, 2024 Dancers in the Dark As Morgan and the detectives adjust to her new role as a consultant, they investigate the attempted murder of a tap dancer and discover things are not quite as they seem; Ava learns more about her father. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 8, 2024 Dirty Rotten Scoundrel Morgan's intellect and cleaning experience prove useful when the detectives are called to a hotel room murder scene; Morgan navigates Ava's dating; Soto reveals details about Roman's disappearance. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 15, 2024 Survival Mode Morgan is excited to get her official LAPD badge, despite Karadec's reluctance; the detectives work tirelessly on an emotional missing children case, which hits close to home for Morgan and sends her mind into overdrive. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 22, 2024 Croaked The team investigates the death of an exotic animal veterinarian; work interferes with Karadec's dating life; Morgan follows a parental hunch about her teenage daughter. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 29, 2024 Hangover A wild office party at a high-profile medical technology startup leads to the shocking murder of the founder and CEO; a new co-worker at the precinct catches Morgan's eye. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 12, 2024 One of Us Morgan agrees to show Ava around the LAPD, but things quickly take a dangerous turn when the precinct is held hostage by the friends of a recently convicted man. Details Episode 8 Aired Jan 7, 2025 Obsessed The team investigates a mysterious young girl who was found attacked on a beach; Morgan begins to let her guard down on her date with Tom; Soto comes one step closer to finding out what happened to Roman. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 14, 2025 The RAMs A famous baseball newscaster is murdered, and the team is on the case; Soto and Morgan meet with a potential lead to discuss Roman's disappearance; Tom has some personal news to share with Morgan. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 21, 2025 Chutes and Murders A nanny is found bludgeoned to death in the park; Morgan interferes when Elliot admits to not being invited to his classmate's party. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 28, 2025 The Sauna at the End of the Stairs Soto reopens an old murder case, determined to uncover the true killer in classic "whodunit" style. Details Episode 12 Aired Feb 4, 2025 Partners The FBI joins the investigation into the murder of a controversial tech magnate, forcing Karadec to reunite with his former partner; Ludo becomes overwhelmed with his increasing childcare duties. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 11, 2025 Let's Play An anonymous tip to the LAPD sparks an unusual multiple-victim kidnapping investigation, forcing the team to rely on board games and puzzles to track down their suspect. Details
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Season Info

Director
Eric Dean Seaton, Alethea Jones, James Roday Rodriguez, Rebecca Asher, Jennifer Getzinger, Rob Corn, Marc Webb
Creator
Drew Goddard
Executive Producer
Drew Goddard, Sarah Esberg, Rob Thomas, Dan Etheridge, Pierre Laugier, Anthony Lancret, Jean Nainchrik, Alethea Jones
Screenwriter
Kat Sieniuc, Kassia Miller, Todd Harthan, Marc Halsey
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-14 (V)
Genre
Comedy, Drama, Crime
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 17, 2024