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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.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    High Potential Season 2 Episode 14 - If You Come for the Queen
    7.0/10(909 votes)

    #1 - If You Come for the Queen

    S2:E14

    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.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writers:Nicole French, Rebecca Kirsch

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  2. High Potential Season 1 Episode 8 - Obsessed
    7.4/10(1589 votes)

    #2 - Obsessed

    S1:E8

    The team investigates a mysterious young girl who was found attacked on a beach. Meanwhile, Morgan begins to let her guard down on her date with Tom, and Soto comes one step closer to finding out what happened to Roman.

    Director:Rob Corn
    Writers:Marc Halsey, Nicole French, Andy Berman

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  3. High Potential Season 1 Episode 10 - Chutes and Murders
    7.4/10(1500 votes)

    #3 - Chutes and Murders

    S1:E10

    A nanny is found bludgeoned to death in the park. Elsewhere, Morgan interferes when Elliot admits to not being invited to his classmate’s party.

    Director:Eric Dean Seaton
    Writer:Kassia Miller

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  4. High Potential Season 2 Episode 3 - Eleven Minutes
    7.4/10(1082 votes)

    #4 - Eleven Minutes

    S2:E3

    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.

    Director:Nancy Hower
    Writers:Bob Goodman, Eric I. Lu

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  5. High Potential Season 2 Episode 5 - Content Warning
    7.4/10(1014 votes)

    #5 - Content Warning

    S2:E5

    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.

    Director:Pete Chatmon
    Writer:Katie McElhenney

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  6. High Potential Season 1 Episode 4 - Survival Mode
    7.5/10(2011 votes)

    #6 - Survival Mode

    S1:E4

    Morgan is excited to get her official LAPD badge despite Karadec's reluctance. The detectives work tirelessly on an emotional missing children case, which hits close to home for Morgan and sends her mind into overdrive.

    Director:Pete Chatmon
    Writers:Andrea M. Scott, Marc Halsey

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  7. High Potential Season 1 Episode 6 - Hangover
    7.5/10(1802 votes)

    #7 - Hangover

    S1:E6

    A wild office party at a high-profile medical technology startup leads to the shocking murder of the founder and CEO, and Morgan and the team are on the case. Meanwhile, a new co-worker at the precinct catches Morgan's eye.

    Director:Rebecca Asher
    Writers:Kassia Miller, Myung Joh Wesner

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  8. High Potential Season 1 Episode 9 - The RAMs
    7.5/10(1546 votes)

    #8 - The RAMs

    S1:E9

    A famous baseball newscaster is murdered, and the team is on the case. Meanwhile, Soto and Morgan meet with a potential lead to discuss Roman's disappearance, and Tom has some personal news to share with Morgan.

    Director:Alethea Jones
    Writer:Rob Thomas

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  9. High Potential Season 2 Episode 4 - Behind the Music
    7.5/10(1054 votes)

    #9 - Behind the Music

    S2:E4

    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.

    Director:Todd Biermann
    Writers:Marqui Jackson, Nicole French

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  10. High Potential Season 2 Episode 7 - The One That Got Away (1)
    7.5/10(1051 votes)

    #10 - The One That Got Away (1)

    S2:E7

    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.

    Director:Nancy Hower
    Writer:Marc Halsey

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  11. High Potential Season 1 Episode 3 - Dirty Rotten Scoundrel
    7.6/10(2097 votes)

    #11 - Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

    S1:E3

    Morgan's intellect and cleaning experience prove useful when the detectives are called to a hotel room murder scene, eventually uncovering the victim's many cons. Morgan navigates Ava's dating while Soto reveals details about Roman's disappearance.

    Director:Rebecca Asher
    Writer:Dennis Saldua

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  12. High Potential Season 1 Episode 5 - Croaked
    7.6/10(1871 votes)

    #12 - Croaked

    S1:E5

    The team investigates the death of an exotic animal veterinarian, uncovering a complicated love triangle in the process. Work interferes with Karadec's dating life, while Morgan follows a parental hunch about her teenage daughter and snoops on Ava.

    Director:Daisy von Scherler Mayer
    Writer:Diane Ruggiero-Wright

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  13. High Potential Season 2 Episode 9 - Under the Rug
    7.6/10(881 votes)

    #13 - Under the Rug

    S2:E9

    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.

    Director:Viet Nguyen
    Writer:Bob Goodman

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  14. High Potential Season 2 Episode 11 - NPC
    7.6/10(845 votes)

    #14 - NPC

    S2:E11

    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.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writer:Eric I. Lu

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  15. High Potential Season 2 Episode 13 - In the Driver's Seat
    7.6/10(751 votes)

    #15 - In the Driver's Seat

    S2:E13

    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.

    Director:Maureen Bharoocha
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. High Potential Season 2 Episode 15 - Pie in the Sky
    7.6/10(698 votes)

    #16 - Pie in the Sky

    S2:E15

    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.

    Director:David Straiton
    Writer:Eric I. Lu

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  17. High Potential Season 1 Episode 2 - Dancers in the Dark
    7.7/10(2463 votes)

    #17 - Dancers in the Dark

    S1:E2

    As Morgan and the detectives adjust to her new role as a consultant, they investigate the attempted murder of a tap dancer and discover things are not quite as they seem. Meanwhile, Ava learns more about her father, and Morgan surprises her kids.

    Director:Marc Webb
    Writers:Todd Harthan, Marc Halsey

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  18. High Potential Season 1 Episode 12 - Partners
    7.7/10(1410 votes)

    #18 - Partners

    S1:E12

    The FBI joins the investigation into the murder of a controversial tech magnate, forcing Karadec to reunite with his former partner. Meanwhile, Ludo becomes overwhelmed with his increasing childcare duties.

    Director:Jennifer Getzinger
    Writers:Todd Harthan, Marc Halsey

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  19. High Potential Season 2 Episode 1 - Pawns
    7.7/10(1360 votes)

    #19 - Pawns

    S2:E1

    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.

    Director:James Roday Rodriguez
    Writers:Todd Harthan, Marc Halsey

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  20. High Potential Season 2 Episode 2 - Checkmate
    7.7/10(1248 votes)

    #20 - Checkmate

    S2:E2

    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.

    Director:James Roday Rodriguez
    Writer:Marc Halsey

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  21. High Potential Season 2 Episode 6 - Chasing Ghosts
    7.7/10(1039 votes)

    #21 - Chasing Ghosts

    S2:E6

    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.

    Director:Viet Nguyen
    Writers:Rebecca Kirsch, Jordan Rosenberg

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  22. High Potential Season 2 Episode 10 - Grounded
    7.7/10(867 votes)

    #22 - Grounded

    S2:E10

    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.

    Director:Tara Miele
    Writers:Marqui Jackson, Nicole French

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  23. High Potential Season 2 Episode 12 - The Faust and the Furious
    7.7/10(858 votes)

    #23 - The Faust and the Furious

    S2:E12

    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.

    Director:Kelli Williams
    Writer:Katie McElhenney

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  24. High Potential Season 2 Episode 16 - Turn, Up the Heat
    7.7/10(678 votes)

    #24 - Turn, Up the Heat

    S2:E16

    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.

    Director:Viet Nguyen
    Writers:Bob Goodman, Katie McElhenney

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  25. High Potential Season 1 Episode 7 - One of Us
    7.8/10(1888 votes)

    #25 - One of Us

    S1:E7

    Morgan agrees to show Ava around the LAPD, but things quickly take a dangerous turn when the precinct is held hostage by the friends of a recently convicted man. Can Morgan and the detectives outsmart their captors and lead everyone to safety?

    Director:James Roday Rodriguez
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"If You Come for the Queen" is the worst rated episode of "High Potential". It scored 7/10 based on 909 votes. Directed by Anu Valia and written by Nicole French, Rebecca Kirsch, it aired on 3/10/2026. This episode scored 0.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Obsessed".