Big Changes Are Coming in ‘High Potential’ Season 2

New series, “High Potential,” just leveled up in a big way. Steve Howey (yep, Van from “Reba” and Kev from “Shameless”) has joined the Season 2 cast of the ABC breakout procedural, and he’s not here to play backup. Howey will take on the role of Captain Jesse Wagner, described by Deadline as “a savvy political animal who knows how to wear an expensive suit and oozes effortless charm.”

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He’s not just “a guy who can launch a million fundraisers with his smile,” Wagner also has “disruptor tenacity” and “likes thinking outside the box just like their all-star consultant Morgan (Olson).” As Deadline points out, “He has a way of putting himself right in the middle of the action… whether he’s wanted there or not.” So… chaos, but with structure?

From Quirky Cases to High-Stakes Drama

The series, led by Kaitlin Olson (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm”) as single mom and crime-solving savant Morgan, has already carved out a fanbase with its mix of quirky character work and classic case-of-the-week formula. But adding Howey into the mix? That’s a calculated swing. He’s charming, unpredictable, and usually knows exactly how to steal a scene… whether he’s in cowboy boots or tactical gear.

And with Season 1 ending on a cliffhanger (looking at you, serial kidnapper storyline), bringing in a new captain feels like the right kind of tension. Especially one described as a “savvy political animal” with enough polish to make the brass happy; and enough boldness to shake things up anyway.

A Promotion, a Power Shift, and More Kaitlin Olson, Please

While Steve Howey’s addition is grabbing headlines (rightfully so), let’s not skip the other big move: Kaitlin Olson is now an executive producer (Deadline). That’s right – she’s not just leading the show in front of the camera anymore. Behind it, she’ll have more creative pull, which likely means even more of the sharp, offbeat tone fans loved in Season 1.

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Olson’s version of Morgan walks a fine line between brilliant and chaotic, and somehow makes crime-solving with spreadsheets feel fun. So with her voice playing a bigger role in how the stories are told? Expect more nuance, more weirdness, and probably more moments where Morgan gets results her way, no matter how many rules she bends in the process.

A premiere date for Season 2 hasn’t been announced by ABC yet, but with casting news already rolling in, a fall return seems most likely. Whether Captain Wagner ends up being an ally or a headache remains to be seen; but the vibe is clear: “High Potential” is doubling down on character-driven drama with just enough bite to keep us guessing.

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