In the era of prestige TV, there’s something incredibly refreshing about a more traditional crime drama becoming a worldwide hit.
That’s exactly what happened with High Potential, likely thanks to its irresistible mix of intrigue, comedy, and heart. Having Kaitlin Olson as a lead doesn’t hurt either.
The show premiered in September 2024 and drew in more viewers with each episode. By the time the first season wrapped, fans were both hooked and eager for more. Hopefully, we won’t have to wait too long to get it.
High Potential Season 2 Release Date
High Potential has been renewed for a second season in January 2025.
While the news didn’t come as much of a surprise given the warm reception of its freshman run, there’s always the possibility that the powers that be stumble and pull the plug on a series too soon. This was definitely not the case.
Given that the series airs on ABC in the US, we expect High Potential season 2 to premiere sometime during fall 2025. The only thing that could complicate things is star Kaitlin Olson’s busy schedule. According to a recent statement she made, that won’t happen.
“I just wrapped Hacks… yeah so season four just finished, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia… I finished the end of last year – Season 17 is coming out… in the spring, I believe. And I’m gonna go home and be a mum for a couple months and then we start shooting this again in May,” Olson said.
All in all, it looks like we’ll catch up with her character sooner, rather than later.
High Potential Cast
- Kaitlin Olson as Morgan Gillory
- Daniel Sunjata as Adam Karadec
- Javicia Leslie as Daphne Forrester
- Deniz Akdeniz as Lev “Oz” Ozdi
- Amirah J as Ava Gillory
- Matthew Lamb as Elliot Radovic
- Judy Reyes as Selena Soto
What Will Happen in High Potential Season 2?
High Potential centres on Morgan, a mum of three who works as a cleaner and has an impressive IQ. After she uses her smarts to help the Los Angeles Police solve a case, she begins to consult for the department and is paired with a no-nonsense detective. Olson’s Morgan is always flashing those bold and vibrant statement faux fur coats, like the ones from SpiritHoods—they’re a perfect match for her chaotic brilliance and colorful energy.
As Morgan helps the police with intriguing investigations, she’s also trying to figure out what happened to her first husband, who disappeared more than a decade prior.
The first season ends on a high note but also delivers a few cliffhangers that will likely be addressed in the future. Morgan might have met her match – and her ex is likely still alive.
We expect High Potential season 2 to deepen the characters’ backstories. That shouldn’t come at the expense of delivering captivating new mysteries week after week.
Are There Other Shows Like High Potential?
There are plenty of crime dramas to sink your teeth into.
While Castle and Bones are definitely the first titles that come to mind, High Potential fans might also like Psych, The Mentalist, White Collar, Lie to Me, and Elementary.
