The Best Episodes of High Potential Season 2

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.1/10(17 votes)

   #1 - Pawns

   S2:E19/16/2025

   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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   Director:James Roday Rodriguez

   Writers:Todd Harthan, Marc Halsey
2. 

   7.8/10(12 votes)

   #2 - Checkmate

   S2:E29/23/2025

   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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   Director:James Roday Rodriguez

   Writer:Marc Halsey
3. 

   7.8/10(12 votes)

   #3 - Eleven Minutes

   S2:E39/30/2025

   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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   Director:Nancy Hower

   Writers:Bob Goodman, Eric I. Lu
4. 

   8.1/10(16 votes)

   #4 - Behind the Music

   S2:E410/7/2025

   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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   Director:Todd Biermann

   Writers:Marqui Jackson, Nicole French
5. 

   7.4/10(10 votes)

   #5 - Content Warning

   S2:E510/14/2025

   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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   Director:Pete Chatmon

   Writer:Katie McElhenney
6. 

   7.2/10(9 votes)

   #6 - Chasing Ghosts

   S2:E610/21/2025

   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

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Viet Nguyen

   Writer:Unknown
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7. 

   7.8/10(10 votes)

   #7 - The One That Got Away (1)

   S2:E710/28/2025

   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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   Director:Nancy Hower

   Writer:Marc Halsey
8. 

   7.4/10(7 votes)

   #8 - The One That Got Away (2)

   S2:E81/6/2026

   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.

   Director:Nancy Hower

   Writer:Marc Halsey

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   Director:Nancy Hower

   Writer:Marc Halsey