High Potential returns with Season 2, Episode 2: Checkmate
ABC drama resumes as the Major Crimes team chases new clues; 18-episode season continues to unfold
High Potential returns with Season 2, Episode 2, Checkmate, premiering tonight at 10 p.m. on ABC following Dancing with the Stars.
According to ABC's official description, the Major Crimes team desperately seeks answers amid a string of unresolved crimes, with Morgan growing convinced that the Game Maker is behind the incidents. Daphne and Oz set out to locate Roman, and Elliot is preparing a surprise talent-show act at his school.
Season 2 is scheduled to run 18 episodes, continuing the show’s blend of procedural drama and character-driven moments. Viewers can watch live on ABC or the ABC website with a valid cable login. The series is also available for live or on-demand viewing via fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, DIRECTV, and Sling TV, each offering free trials for new subscribers.
For those who prefer on-demand access, next-day streaming on Hulu, ABC.com, and Disney+ will make Episode 2 available after its network premiere. The second episode of the season drops on Wednesday, September 24, expanding access beyond the live broadcast for those who rely on streaming.
Fans seeking additional context can turn to Decider’s interview with Judy Reyes about the new season and the forthcoming Scrubs reboot, which helps frame the show's current direction and tone.
The information above combines ABC scheduling notes with streaming partner listings to guide viewers on when and how to watch High Potential Season 2, Episode 2.