Kaitlin Olson discusses key changes in ‘High Potential’ Season 2

More episodes mean more storytelling

ABC has confirmed that High Potential Season 2 will have more episodes than the first season’s 13-episode run. The expanded order gives the series more room to breathe and develop its storylines.

According to showrunner Rob Harthan and star Kaitlin Olson, the additional episodes will enable richer arcs, deeper mysteries, and more in-depth character exploration.

Morgan will show more flaws and growth

Season 2 of High Potential will reveal Morgan’s humanity, her vulnerabilities, small mistakes, and emotional struggles; not a flawless genius, but a fully rounded person. Kaitlin Olson says, “It’s not fun to watch somebody just hit it out of the park every single time.”

She also plans to explore Morgan’s family life more deeply, from parenting her gifted son to supporting her daughter’s evolving social world.

Family dynamics take center stage

Season 2 dives deeper into Morgan’s role as a mother of gifted children, her son’s challenges, and her daughter Ava’s striving for social balance. Olson wants to show her parenting struggles as part of Morgan’s real-world complexity.

This will lend emotional weight to her detective work, reminding us that genius often coexists with love and worry.

Cliffhangers pave way for deeper arcs

Season 1 closed with explosive cliffhangers, Roman’s unexpected return, and the chilling introduction of the “Game Master” villain. These revelations raised the stakes for Morgan and her team.

Showrunner Todd Harthan assured fans that Season 2 will confront these arcs directly, delivering dramatic reveals and meaningful payoffs without leaving the finale’s tension unresolved.

A more ensemble-focused season

Kaitlin Olson and showrunner Rob Harthan have confirmed that Season 2 will give more attention to the entire Major Crimes team, not just Morgan. Supporting characters will get deeper storylines and more screen time.

This expanded focus will allow audiences to see personal stakes and pivotal moments for each team member, enriching the show’s overall storytelling.

More time for slow-burn relationships

With Season 2’s longer episode order, Kaitlin Olson says she’s eager to explore the evolving relationships between Morgan and her colleagues. She emphasized giving these dynamics room to breathe and unfold on screen.

Olson also noted that this extended format allows the series to balance case-of-the-week plots with deeper, character-driven moments that enrich the overall story.

Leaning into humor without losing drama

Kaitlin Olson is best known for her sharp comedic timing, developed over nearly two decades as Deandra “Sweet Dee” Reynolds on It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Her work on the series earned praise for both her physical comedy and precise delivery.

This established her as one of television’s most distinctive comedic performers.

Revisiting season 1’s unresolved emotional beats

Morgan’s imperfections will be foregrounded in Season 2, as Kaitlin Olson explores the challenges of raising gifted children and navigating loneliness tied to Morgan’s neurodivergent traits, while she continues consulting with the Major Crimes unit.

Olson says these personal layers, mistakes, complex family dynamics, and emotional depth will deepen Morgan’s character, adding realism to her journey beyond high-stakes procedural cases.

Expanding the emotional range

Kaitlin Olson shared that Season 2 will dig deeper into Morgan’s flaws, portraying moments where she makes mistakes and faces personal challenges.

She’s particularly interested in showing how Morgan balances her demanding work with the unique difficulties of raising gifted children, adding new layers to the character beyond the procedural cases.

Deepening Morgan’s personal stakes

Season 2 raises the stakes by tying its central mystery directly to Morgan’s world. A teaser reveals that the Puzzle Maker’s threats extend to her family, turning investigations into matters of survival.

This shift promises more intimate, emotionally charged storytelling that blends the show’s procedural roots with high-stakes, serialized drama.

Exploring Morgan’s past relationships

Kaitlin Olson has shared that Season 2 will explore Morgan’s family life in greater depth, particularly her dynamic with her gifted son and socially evolving daughter.

By weaving these relationships into the season’s overarching narrative, the show will add more personal context to Morgan’s decisions, balancing emotional moments with the series’ investigative core.

Giving supporting characters bigger arcs

Season 2 will shift focus beyond Morgan to devote narrative space to side characters. Kaitlin Olson confirms that the season will “dive deeper into the other characters,” allowing their story arcs to evolve alongside hers.

This expanded ensemble dynamic promises richer storytelling, deepened character relationships, and fresh perspectives on the procedural cases anchoring High Potential.

Pacing that builds suspense

With an expanded episode order, High Potential Season 2 may slow its pacing, delving deeper into character relationships and serialized storylines.

Both showrunner Todd Harthan and Kaitlin Olson affirm that the extended format gives the creative team space to enrich narratives and explore dynamics with greater care and nuance.

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Balancing structure while building on success

Season 2 aims to blend case-of-the-week stories with serialized arcs, keeping the series accessible while rewarding long-term viewers.

Kaitlin Olson stresses honoring Season 1’s strengths while expanding its scope. Her enthusiasm signals a season designed to surprise audiences without losing the sharp writing, wit, and heart that made the show stand out.

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