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.
Just watched the first episode of High Potential (2024), and while my review is based on just one episode, I really hope this show goes the distance. Kaitlin Olson plays a fantastic role. Its early, but I can definitely see a Mentalist/The Closer-style crime drama unfolding from this.
This is definitely one of my favourite shows at the moment. Not the average cop drama... It's absolutely genius!
High Potential arrives in a television landscape saturated with police procedurals, yet it manages to feel instantly fresh and compelling. By putting a unique and brilliantly portrayed character at its centre, the show injects new life into a familiar format, earning a solid 8/10 for its clever premise, stellar lead performance, and sharp writing.
The series follows Morgan, played with captivating authenticity by Kaitlin Olson, a single mother with a razor-sharp intellect and an eidetic memory who works as a house cleaner for the wealthy elite. The twist? She's also an undiscovered genius with an uncanny...
