ABC’s High Potential is reviving the importance of the episodic television landscape

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As a long-time enthusiast of the golden age of television, I must say that ABC’s High Potential has truly captured my heart and rekindled my love for episodic procedurals. In an era where series tend to feel like extended movies, this show is a breath of fresh air.

In a shifting TV environment where seasons are becoming shorter and episodes can seem like individual pieces of a larger film, ABC’s series High Potential is bringing back the charm of standalone procedurals for viewers.

Morgan, a woman of great intellectual ability, faces challenges maintaining employment for extended periods. However, an unexpected turn of events leads her to play a crucial role in resolving a murder and kidnapping case. This life-altering incident propels Morgan towards a steady job within the police department, providing her with a platform to channel her knack for solving puzzles. Not only does this new position offer her a creative outlet, but it also enables her to secure a stable financial future for her three children.

Instead of a somber police drama like you might find elsewhere, High Potential adopts a playful style similar to CBS’s humorous crime-solving show Elsbeth, offering an enjoyable take on police work with a comedic twist.

Each episode offers a fresh narrative thread, drawing viewers in with intriguing mysteries and story arcs that unfold over time. This structure means that only a few subplots are carried across several episodes, such as Morgan’s quest to uncover the truth about her eldest daughter’s father’s fate from long ago, her struggle to balance work and parental duties, or the ongoing squabbles between Morgan and her colleague Detective Karadec.

Morgan brings both emotion and humor to the show, with High Potential highlighting her keen ability to perceive things that others miss, all while teaching her the intricacies of handling situations legally. By interweaving scenes from Morgan’s professional and personal life in High Potential, the series offers a richer portrayal of Morgan as an individual. In the early episodes, the show emphasizes Morgan’s interactions with her children, rather than solely focusing on her work-related endeavors.

As a gamer, I’ve noticed that not every viewer is fond of shows that stretch seasons into full-length films. Some might enjoy it, but many others, like me, prefer the good old days of television when each episode told a unique story and allowed for character development. Fortunately, High Potential is proving that this style still resonates with audiences today, offering a platform for diverse narratives in each episode while maintaining engaging characters and relationships.

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2024-10-10 17:14