High Potential Season 2 Episode 5 'Content Warning' cast and character guide: Who plays whom in the ABC series

High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television
High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television

High Potential Season 2, just like the first season, comes with a distinct level of intensity. The series delves into the story of a woman who uses her high IQ to solve cases. However, unlike the police, her methods of solving the cases are quite different.

Thinking outside the box is her forte. High Potential Season 2, which drops on October 14. In the fifth episode, Morgan will be facing the challenges of a complex case. The series is a character-driven one. Hence, the cast plays a vital role in bringing out the essence of the storyline.


High Potential Season 2 Episode 5 cast and character guide

1) Kaitlin Olson as Morgan Gillory

High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television
High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television

Kaitlin Olson’s Morgan knows how to solve a case with ease. With her exceptionally high IQ, she is able to understand the connections between the cases and solve them quickly than the others.

In High Potential Season 2, she will be bringing her intelligence back for some more complex cases while facing more challenges in her personal life as well. Kaitling Olson’s other projects that can be on your watchlist are Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Mick, The Heat, Meet the Marks, and many more.


2) Daniel Sunjata as Adam Karadec

High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television
High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television

Daniel Sunjata’s Adam Karadec will be taking on the task of investigating Tori’s death in the second season of High Potential. He, along with Morgan, will be able to find out connections about the case with drugs.

Previously, when the series began, Adam hardly found Morgan’s inputs trustworthy. However, they slowly grew a bond of understanding and respect. Some of Adam Karadec’s movies and TV shows are D.C., Rescue Me, The Bronx is Burning, Small Town Crime, and many more.


3) Deniz Akdeniz as Lev "Oz" Özdil

High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television
High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television

Deniz Akdeniz’s Oz is a crucial part of the series. Oz is also an investigator with a positive attitude towards life. He faces many challenges, as can be seen in the first season. Yet, he does not get disheartened. He keeps moving forward.

Right after getting the main lead of As the Bell Rings in 2007, there was no stopping. He kept getting more and more projects. With each project, he honed his talent in acting. Besides High Potential, some of his best works include Once Upon a Time, Siren, The Flight Attendant, Dumb Money, etc.


4) Judy Reyes as Selena Soto

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High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television

Judy Reyes’ Selena Soto knows how to bring out the best in people. Her tough exterior can often be misunderstood. Her goal is to maintain order and keep things running smoothly. Judy Reyes is definitely not a new face in the entertainment industry.

With multiple projects under her belt, her prior work in TV shows related to crime enhances her performance in this series. If you enjoyed her performance in the series, then you would definitely be thrilled to watch her in Oz, Little Girl Lost: The Delimar Vera Story, Claws, etc.


5) Steve Howey as Nick Wagner

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High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television

Steve Howey’s Nick Wagner comes with a distinct level of charm that is hard to miss. He is the newest addition to the cast of the second season. Right after Wagner’s arrival, the ambience is filled with a distinct level of awkwardness.

It can be understood that his interaction with Morgan is not going to be smooth. Nick Wagner’s other projects include Reba, Shameless, True Lies, etc


6) Javicia Leslie as Daphne Forrester

High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television
High Potential Season 2 | Image Via: 20th Television

Daphne’s competitiveness makes her a fan favorite character in the series. For her, her job is a significant part of her life.

Her dedication truly shines bright through the series. Javicia Leslie perfectly captures the distinct nature of Daphne. She has worked on projects such as The Family Business, God Friended Me, Batwoman, etc.


Other cast members of the series include:

  • Amirah J
  • Taran Killam
  • Mekhi Phifer
  • Garret Dillahunt

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Edited by KOUSHIKI ROY