High Potential: Season 2
2025 · 18 episodes · ★ 7.2
What Season 2 of High Potential
Season 2 of High Potential Has 18 episodes and premiered on September 16, 2025. Here's the complete episode guide with air dates, runtimes and ratings.
Season 2 Episodes
2x01 Pawns
While working tirelessly to shield her family from the Game Maker's threats, another crime drags Morgan back into his game and the LAPD must decide whether to trust her instincts before the next move turns fatal.
Directing: James Roday Rodriguez · Writing: Todd Harthan, Marc Halsey · Starring: Taran Killam, David Giuntoli, Nick Wechsler, Kate Miner
2x02 Checkmate
As the Major Crimes team desperately seek answers amidst a string of unresolved crimes, Morgan suspects the Game Maker is responsible. Meanwhile, Daphne and Oz set out to find Roman, and Elliot prepares a surprise act for his school’s talent show.
Directing: James Roday Rodriguez · Writing: Marc Halsey · Starring: Taran Killam, David Giuntoli, Nick Wechsler, Kate Miner
2x03 Eleven Minutes
When a man with a troubled past is killed under mysterious circumstances, Morgan and the LAPD uncover a tragic motive behind his death. Meanwhile, Morgan opens up to Ava about her father, forcing Ava to confront truths she isn’t ready to face.
Directing: Nancy Hower · Writing: Bob Goodman, Eric I. Lu · Starring: Olivia Sandoval, Jessica Blythe Kemejuk, Ben Edlin, Elaine Kagan
2x04 Behind the Music
An investigation involving the murder of a local singer uncovers details that reopen a strikingly similar decades-old cold case. Later on, the team rallies around Soto after she is passed over for the captain’s chair.
Directing: Todd Biermann · Writing: Marqui Jackson, Nicole French · Starring: Barbara Eve Harris, Nerlyn Jean, Hale Lytle, Tobias Jelinek
2x05 Content Warning
When a social media stunt turns deadly, Morgan and Karadec head to an influencer content house to track down answers. Meanwhile, the LAPD team adjusts to Captain Nick Wagner's new role, and Ava seeks out more information on Roman’s disappearance.
Directing: Pete Chatmon · Writing: Katie McElhenney · Starring: Mekhi Phifer, Steve Howey, Brian Howe, Bill Nye
2x06 Chasing Ghosts
It's almost Halloween, and a wealthy lawyer is found dead in his "haunted" Victorian mansion. As the team investigates the spooky case, Captain Wagner surprises everyone with his skills. At home, Elliot plays mediator between Morgan and Ava.
Directing: Viet Nguyen · Writing: Rebecca Kirsch, Jordan Rosenberg · Starring: Steve Howey, Marié Botha, Robyn Lively, Paloma Esparza Rabinov
2x07 The One That Got Away (1) Mid-Season Finale
When a priceless painting is stolen in a museum heist, Morgan and Karadec team up with an art-recovery expert to unravel a tangled case and fierce ownership battle. Meanwhile, Soto is determined to uncover the secrets hidden inside Roman’s backpack.
Directing: Nancy Hower · Writing: Marc Halsey · Starring: Mekhi Phifer, Steve Howey, Casey Adams, ChiffonaRay
2x08 The One That Got Away (2)
Morgan’s suspicions of Rhys grow deeper as the case of the missing Rembrandt artwork continues. Elsewhere, Roman’s missing backpack causes problems for all involved.
Directing: Nancy Hower · Writing: Marc Halsey · Starring: Mekhi Phifer, Steve Howey, Reggie De Leon, Joel de la Fuente
2x09 Under the Rug
As Morgan and Karadec investigate the mysterious death of a hitman in a car crash, they uncover details that force the LAPD and FBI to partner on the case. Meanwhile, Elliott tries to rekindle romance for his parents.
Directing: Viet Nguyen · Writing: Bob Goodman · Starring: Taran Killam, Steve Howey, Peter Jacobson, Rebeka Montoya
2x10 Grounded
The team investigates the midair murder of an Air Force veteran, and Morgan works to crack the case despite being sidelined to mandatory detective training. Elsewhere, Wagner and Soto's leadership conflict comes to a head.
Directing: Tara Miele · Writing: Marqui Jackson, Nicole French · Starring: Mekhi Phifer, Jesse Bradford, Steve Howey, Michael Hyatt
2x11 NPC
When a former esports champion is mysteriously murdered, both his gaming rival and a sushi chef are under suspicion. Time spent with Elliot unexpectedly provides Morgan with insights on the case. Karadec reconnects with a woman from his past.
Directing: Anu Valia · Writing: Eric I. Lu · Starring: Susan Kelechi Watson, Eijiro Ozaki, Kota Horiuchi, Sahana Srinivasan
2x12 The Faust and the Furious
Oz faces a deeply personal struggle when he discovers his late father’s headstone was never ordered. Elsewhere, the team investigates the murder of a tech founder obsessed with life extension.
Directing: Kelli Williams · Writing: Katie McElhenney · Starring: Susan Kelechi Watson, Jacqueline Antaramian, Brad Raider, Nadine Ellis
2x13 In the Driver's Seat
The team investigates a late-night luxury car heist turned deadly, uncovering a complex web of details and multiple perpetrators. Meanwhile, Morgan has mixed feelings when Ava begins focusing on her future.
Directing: Maureen Bharoocha · Writing: Jordan Rosenberg · Starring: Mekhi Phifer, John Pyper-Ferguson, Susan Kelechi Watson, Tim Baltz
2x14 If You Come for the Queen
Daphne leads an investigation into the attempted murder of a beloved colleague and mentor, which is further complicated when it intertwines with another case. Later on, Ava comes to Daphne for advice and support.
Directing: Anu Valia · Writing: Nicole French, Rebecca Kirsch · Starring: Mekhi Phifer, John Pyper-Ferguson, Michael Hyatt, Will Greenberg
2x15 Pie in the Sky
When a renowned retired astronaut is murdered in plain sight, Morgan and the team uncover some of his mysterious entanglements. Soto travels to New York City to meet a high-profile political fixer connected to Roman’s disappearance.
Directing: David Straiton · Writing: Eric I. Lu · Starring: Steve Howey, Travis Schuldt, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Catherine Haena Kim
2x16 Turn, Up the Heat
Morgan relies on old friends to help with a case involving street artists, while Karadec leans on the women in his life during a time of need.
Directing: Viet Nguyen · Writing: Bob Goodman, Katie McElhenney · Starring: Steve Howey, Susan Kelechi Watson, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Clancy Brown
2x17 Second Sunday
Wagner joins Morgan and the team on a hunt for the crew behind a series of heists ripping through elite private vaults - only to uncover a far more dangerous endgame: a looming cyberattack that could cripple Los Angeles' core infrastructure.
Directing: Nancy Hower · Writing: Todd Harthan, Marc Halsey · Starring: Taran Killam, Diandra Lyle, Steve Howey, Susan Kelechi Watson
2x18 Family Tree Season Finale
A woman is found dead at the luxury hotel where Lucia works, posing a potential complication for Karadec and Morgan's investigation. Elsewhere, Ava races to come up with the perfect idea for her art show.
Directing: Alethea Jones · Writing: Todd Harthan, Marc Halsey · Starring: Steve Howey, Susan Kelechi Watson, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Clancy Brown
Season 2 Cast
Judy ReyesSelena Soto18 episodes
Javicia LeslieDaphne Forrester18 episodes
Deniz AkdenizLev 'Oz' Ozdil18 episodes
Amirah JAva Gillory18 episodes
Matthew LambElliot Radovic18 episodes
Steve HoweyNick Wagner11 episodes
Susan Kelechi WatsonLucia6 episodes
Nick WechslerJason Howard2 episodes
Kate MinerMaya Price2 episodes
Jacqueline EmersonSarah2 episodes
Elena VarelaLawyer Suzanne2 episodes
Jesse BradfordSolomon2 episodes
Reggie De LeonCyrus Carrow2 episodes
Joel de la FuenteGreg Foster2 episodes
Tricia O'KelleyLinda Foster2 episodesAll Seasons
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are in High Potential season 2?
High Potential season 2 has 18 episodes.
When did High Potential season 2 premiere?
Premiered on September 16, 2025.
Where to watch High Potential season 2?
In Spain, it streams on Disney Plus, Movistar Plus+ and Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total.
What is the best episode of Season 2?
According to the audience rating on TMDB, episode 2x01, «Pawns», with a 7.7.