The hit ABC crime drama High Potential is back for a second season, and the brilliant but unorthodox consultant Morgan Gillory, played by Kaitlin Olson, is facing a threat unlike any criminal she has encountered before. This new adversary isn’t a killer; he’s an Internal Affairs officer named Solomon whose investigation could end Morgan’s time with the LAPD for good.
The New Threat to Morgan’s World
In High Potential Season 2, Morgan’s unique crime-solving methods have put her on the radar of the LAPD’s Internal Affairs division. An officer named Solomon is now focusing on her, believing her rule-breaking and impulsive nature make her a liability to the police force.
Unlike the criminals Morgan usually chases, Solomon has no interest in solving cases. His goal is to prove that Morgan’s unconventional style does more harm than good. This investigation creates a serious risk that Morgan could lose her job as a consultant, a position that has become much more than just a way to pay her bills.
Why This Challenge Is Different For Morgan
Morgan has always been different. With an IQ over 160, she sees patterns others miss and relies on her instincts and emotions to solve crimes. She is messy, stubborn, and doesn’t like being told what to do. But she is also incredibly smart, deeply compassionate, and fiercely protective of victims.
What started as a temporary job has grown into a vital part of her life. She has found a place where her unique mind is valued and has built a team that supports her, even when her methods frustrate them. For the first time, Morgan is facing a situation where her brilliant mind might not be enough to save her. She may be forced to confront a difficult truth: she truly needs her job, and to keep it, she might have to learn how to play by the rules.
Morgan has never followed the rules. She frequently relies on instinct and emotion, thanks to her IQ of over 160 and the ability to perceive patterns that others do not.
The show’s producer, Todd Harthan, has hinted that the series will continue to explore how Morgan’s genius mind works, especially when faced with someone who thinks on her level. This new dynamic promises to test Morgan in ways that go beyond a typical case.
Returning Faces and a New Captain
Season 2 brings back the entire main cast that fans loved from the first season. Daniel Sunjata returns as the by-the-book Detective Adam Karadec, who has learned to trust Morgan’s wild instincts. Javicia Leslie is back as investigator Daphne Forrester, alongside Deniz Akdeniz as her tech-savvy partner, Oz. Judy Reyes also returns as Selena Soto, the leader of the Major Crimes unit.
A major new addition to the cast is Steve Howey, who joins as the precinct’s new captain, Jesse Wagner. Captain Wagner is described as a savvy political figure who knows how to wear an expensive suit and has an effortless charm. He is a disruptor who likes thinking outside the box, much like Morgan herself. His arrival is sure to change the team’s dynamics.
The season also continues the personal mystery that haunted the first season: the disappearance of Morgan’s ex, Roman. The finale revealed that Roman is still alive, and this storyline will be a major focus of the new season, creating more tension between Morgan and her daughter, Ava, as they both seek answers.
A Look at the New Season’s Episodes
High Potential Season 2 premiered on September 16, 2025, on ABC. New episodes air on Tuesdays at 10:00 PM ET and are available to stream the next day on Hulu. The season will have a total of 18 episodes, which is five more than the first season.
The season began with a two-part premiere. The first episode, titled “Pawns,” saw Morgan working to protect her family from the threats of the “Game Maker” while being pulled back into his dangerous game. The second episode, “Checkmate,” followed the team as they desperately sought answers to a series of crimes Morgan believed were connected to the Game Maker.
Later episodes will explore various cases, from the mysterious death of a man with a troubled past to the murder of a local singer that reopens a decades-old cold case. One episode will even follow Morgan and Karadec as they investigate a deadly social media stunt at an influencer content house.
The ongoing investigation by Internal Affairs will force Morgan to prove her worth not just as a brilliant mind, but as a reliable member of the team. How she handles this professional threat while managing the personal upheaval in her life will be the core of the new season’s drama.
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