Being the smartest person in the room is not for the faint of heart. Your brain is constantly spinning, making connections between tiny details that others would consider inconsequential. When people around you make a mess, that’s when Main exercises Self control not to clean it up.
Morgan Guillory, star of ABC’s latest show high potential, I know this feeling well. The series tells the story of Morgan (played by the incomparable Caitlin Olson), a single mother of three and a high-potential intellectual with an IQ of 160. After reviewing the evidence in the case, Morgan discovered some key pieces of evidence. In this way, she became Los Angeles’ best consultant, helping them sniff out clues and nuances that they would never have noticed without her.
This show is sure to suit anyone who loves true crime, multifaceted characters, and the certified comedy queen’s signature deadpan humor. Read on to hear our case for your favorite fall rookie.
1. The cast is top-notch
When it comes to playing complex characters with humor and sincerity, Kaitlin Olson is at the top of her game. As the charismatic Morgan, she avoids all red tape and solves cases with the most creative and satisfying logic. But at the end of the day, Morgan is just a consultant, similar to her detective partner Adam Karadek (Daniel Sunjata), a by-the-book moral paragon. reject Make her forget. Team anchor Lt. Selina Soto (Judy Reyes) recognizes Morgan’s potential after a chance encounter and will do whatever it takes to see justice served. The team also has two junior detectives – Daphne Forrester (Javicia Leslie) and Lev “Oz” Ozdil (Deniz Akdeniz) )—they bring the fresh energy of an up-and-comer to every scene they’re in.
Get to know the cast:
Morgan Guillory
Morgan has an IQ of over 160 and can naturally spot mistakes. Advanced cognitive abilities, boundless creativity and a photographic memory were among her most prized gifts – and, of course, her three children. Keep a job or a relationship? That’s another story.
Did you know that the winds in the Los Angeles Basin only blow from south to north during the summer and then change direction in September? Or do all churches face east? Morgan did it! If you think these details might be negligible, think again.
Detective Adam Karadek
While the stereotypical Karadek is right to hate the rule-breaking Morgan (which is often the case), he never stops doing the right thing when it comes to seeking justice.
Lieutenant Selina Soto
Soto’s relationship with Morgan may have gotten off to a rocky start, but she was instrumental in bringing her brilliant mind to it. This traditional law enforcer has been in the industry her whole life, but that doesn’t mean she’s afraid to try new things.
Daphne Forrester and Lev “Oz” Ozdil are filled with youthful dreams and courage. They just come off in different ways, with type-A Daphne eager to one day become a lieutenant, while Oz, the calm optimist, displays a relentless attitude — and a bit of naivety — in his quest to help the people of Los Angeles.
2. Family is at the heart of this show
Morgan’s three children are the perfect anchor for her chaotic thoughts. Teenage Ava (Amira J) is far from your typical sarcastic teenager – she’s sensitive, smart and curious. The second eldest child, Elliot (played by Matthew Lamb), has the same outstanding mental abilities as his mother. And sweet baby Chloe. Morgan’s new consulting firm with the LAPD also helps her try to find the father of her eldest child, who went missing not long ago..
3. The case is unparalleled
Set in Los Angeles, there are plenty of interesting cases to keep this crime-solving team on their toes. The urban jungle of the West Coast is filled with eccentric characters and the layered cases that surround them. Expect twists, exciting mysteries, and the chance to try your hand at playing an armchair detective.
watch high potential The show will premiere on September 17th at 10/9c on ABC and will be streamed on Hulu!
