High Potential (2024)

A brilliant single mom and a by-the-book detective form an unlikely crime-solving duo in this sharp, entertaining ABC series.

High Potential - Series Information

  • Original Title: High Potential
  • First Air Year: 2024
  • Last Air Year: 2026
  • Created by: Drew Goddard
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Drama, Crime, Mystery
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Number of Seasons: 2
  • Number of Episodes: 31
  • Status: Returning Series
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: September 17, 2024 (United States - TV-14), September 17, 2024 (Canada - 14+), September 17, 2024 (United Kingdom - 12), September 17, 2024 (Germany - 12), September 17, 2024 (New Zealand - M), September 17, 2024 (Australia - M), September 17, 2024 (Brazil - 14), September 17, 2024 (Mexico - B), September 17, 2024 (Italy - VM14), September 17, 2024 (Spain - 16), September 17, 2024 (South Korea - 15)
  • Networks: ABC
  • Alternative Titles: 高度潜力 (CN), HPI USA (FR), Великий потенціал (UA)
  • Production Companies: Goddard Textiles, Itinéraire Productions, Septembre Productions, Spondoolie Productions, ABC Signature, 20th Television
  • Production Countries: France, United States of America

High Potential - Plot

Morgan is a single mom with an exceptional mind, whose unconventional knack for solving crimes leads to an unusual and unstoppable partnership with a by-the-book seasoned detective.

High Potential - Trailer

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The new face of investigation.

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High Potential - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Drew Goddard

Main Cast

  • Kaitlin Olson
  • Daniel Sunjata
  • Judy Reyes
  • Javicia Leslie
  • Deniz Akdeniz
  • Amirah J
  • Matthew Lamb
  • Taran Killam
  • Steve Howey
  • Mekhi Phifer

Writers

  • Marc Halsey
  • Todd Harthan
  • Eric I. Lu
  • Katie McElhenney
  • Bob Goodman

Executive Producers

  • Dan Etheridge
  • Jean Nainchrik
  • Sarah Esberg
  • Pierre Laugier
  • Drew Goddard

High Potential - FAQs

Is High Potential based on a true story?

High Potential is not based on a true story. It is an American adaptation of the French series HPI (Haut Potentiel Intellectuel), which itself is a fictional crime drama. The U.S. version was developed by Drew Goddard and premiered on ABC in September 2024.

Where can you stream High Potential?

High Potential is available to stream on Hulu and fuboTV via subscription, and on YouTube TV. Episodes can also be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Spectrum On Demand offers free access for eligible subscribers.

Who plays Morgan in High Potential?

Kaitlin Olson plays Morgan Gillory, the sharp-minded single mother at the center of High Potential. Best known for her long-running role in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Olson brings both comedic energy and dramatic depth to the lead role.

Is High Potential renewed for Season 2?

Yes, High Potential has been renewed and Season 2 is currently in production. The series has a confirmed 18-episode second season, bringing the total episode count to 31 across both seasons. The show holds a Returning Series status on ABC.

What is High Potential about?

High Potential follows Morgan, a single mother with an extraordinarily gifted mind, who forms an unlikely partnership with a methodical LAPD detective. Together they tackle complex murder investigations, blending her unconventional instincts with his procedural expertise for an entertaining crime-solving dynamic.

How many episodes does High Potential have?

High Potential has 31 episodes across two seasons. Season 1 consists of 13 episodes, while Season 2 expands to 18 episodes. The series premiered on ABC on September 17, 2024, and continues as a returning series currently in production.

What is the content rating for High Potential?

High Potential is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains mature themes related to crime and murder investigations, though it maintains a generally lighthearted and accessible tone throughout.

Who created High Potential on ABC?

High Potential was created by Drew Goddard, the acclaimed writer and director known for The Martian, Cabin in the Woods, and Bad Times at the El Royale. The series is an American adaptation of the French crime drama HPI, produced in partnership with French production companies.

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