Why ABC's 'High Potential' Is On Hiatus From New Episodes Right Now

High Potential is one of the biggest new TV shows airing right now, but it’s been on hiatus for weeks and weeks. The ABC series is based on the popular French series Haut Potentiel Intellectuel (HPI).

So, when can you expect the show to return, and why has it been so long since a new episode aired?

We’re bringing you all the info you need to know right here.

Head inside for the scoop…

If you don’t know, many network TV shows, including High Potential, have been on hiatus for the winter holidays. High Potential aired its last new episode in mid-November 2024, and will be on hiatus until Tuesday, January 7 at 9 p.m. ET.

We actually learned that High Potential‘s season 1 run has completed filming and will contain 13 episodes. ABC already aired 7 episodes, so there will be six remaining when 2025 rolls around.

Here’s everything we know about High Potential‘s first season and whether it could be renewed.

High Potential follows a single mom (Kaitlin Olson) with an exceptional mind, whose unconventional knack for solving crimes leads to an unusual and unstoppable partnership with a by-the-book seasoned detective (Daniel Sunjata). The series also stars Javicia Leslie as Daphne, Deniz Akdeniz as Lev “Oz” Ozdil, Amirah J as Ava, Matthew Lamb as Elliot and Judy Reyes as Selena.