"High Potential" Breaks 30-Year Record, But Fans Face Long Hiatus

The ABC drama "High Potential" has returned for a second season, showcasing lead actress Kaitlin Olson's impressive range beyond her comedic work on "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." The show's midseason finale, which aired on October 28th, 2025, ended on a strong note, with the series becoming the first network TV drama to air at 10 p.m. ET and rank #1 since the iconic "ER" in the 1999-2000 season.

However, fans of "High Potential" will have to wait over two months before the series returns to the network. ABC has confirmed that the show will be back on January 6th, 2026, as part of a shuffled Tuesday night lineup that will also include the fourth season of "Will Trent" and the eighth season of "The Rookie." This lengthy hiatus has left many viewers frustrated, as they can only rewatch past episodes so many times before craving new content.

Despite the disappointment over the extended break, it's important to note that ABC is likely not trying to sabotage the show's success. In fact, just days before the midseason finale, "High Potential" hit an impressive ratings milestone, becoming the network's top-rated entertainment series this season among total viewers, with an average of 7.62 million viewers. The show has also seen a 29% increase in viewership compared to the same period last year, making it the top-performing network drama in terms of year-over-year growth.