Warning: this article contains SPOILERS for High Potential season 1, episode 7.High Potentialhas created immensely memorable main characters in its pilot season, but the side character Ludo Radovic (Taran Killam) deserves more praise. WhileHigh Potentialhas reframed Kaitlin Olson’s imageby showing her acting chops as leading lady Morgan Gillory, Ludo is instrumental to her character’s success. Throughout the first seven episodes, Ludo has been Morgan’s rock, amicably working in tandem to prioritize their children while Morgan’s new career demands extra time. Audiences are anxiously waiting forHigh Potentialepisode 8, but Ludo is standing out during rewatches as the show’s hidden gem.
While it’s also a good idea to check outreplacement shows forHigh Potentialduring its hiatus, revisiting the first half of ABC’s new crime procedural reveals extra depth that unravels with extra attention. There are theories about the fate of Morgan’s first ex, Roman, whose fate is the key mystery underlyingHigh Potentialseason 1. However,Morgan’s second ex deserves a closer look.Ludo’s character doesn’t demand attention the way others do, but his solid and sturdy personality is the invisible anchor stabilizing the show.
Ludo Deserves More Recognition When High Potential Returns
The Self-Proclaimed “Manny” Is Holding The Family Together
It would be easy to assume that Ludo and Morgan’s relationship would be tense given that they are recently separated, but both display incredible maturity. Before Morgan begins her new job alongside partner Adam Karadec (Daniel Sunjata), Ludo is present as a father without any of the friction one would expect from an ex-husband. When Morgan agrees to her new role as a police consultant, Ludo steps up to become the primary caregiver for the three children with nothing but support for his ex-wife. Ludo even sacrifices his own work for the sake of Morgan and the children.
High Potentialis based on the French TV seriesHPI. Both can be streamed on Hulu.
In some instances,Ludo’s the voice of reason Morgan needs inHigh Potential.In season 1, episode 5 (“Croaked”), Morgan finds birth control pills after snooping in her daughter’s room, but, Ludo talks her down enough for Morgan and Ava (Amirah J) to have an honest conversation at the end of the episode rather than a loaded argument. ABC’sunderrated procedural showalso has Ludo present in the aftermath of major emotional events, like after the hostage situation in episode 7 (“One of Us”) is diffused, showcasing how he quietly but constantly stands in support of his family.
High Potential Should Make Ludo & Morgan Non-Romantic Partners
His Platonic Support Is Vital For Morgan
In addition to lacking awkward tension, theHigh Potentialexes thankfully lack romantic tension, too. Olson’s character has many possible love interests already, with heated debates about whetherTom or Karadec is better for Morgan inHigh Potential. Ludo, in contrast, is a reliable friend to lean on without fear of how their relationship will develop.Love triangles in TV showsare nothing new, but Ludo and Morgan forgoing their romantic history to co-parent without any risk of rekindling their flame is a refreshing, necessary departure forHigh Potential.
Morgan Needs To Date Tom For Karadec’s Sake In High Potential
If Morgan Gillory and Detective Karadec have any romantic future in High Potential, new love interest Tom needs to be properly utilized.
Ludo has already proven how much he contributes to Morgan’s success in the first half of the season, which makes him a wonderful character to watch out for whenHigh Potentialreturns. In such a high-stakes setting,Ludo’s character is a quiet comfortfor Morgan and the audience alike. AlthoughHigh Potentialseason 2is still unconfirmed, the positive critical response and growing fanbase bode well for the procedural’s future. While it’s easy to take a character like Ludo for granted, his uncomplicated, dependable, and paternal nature is the glue that holdsHigh Potentialtogether.
High Potentialreturns Tuesday, January 7 on ABC.
High Potential
Morgan, a single mother of three with a brilliant but unconventional mind, partners with a methodical detective after solving a crime during her job as a cleaner. Together, they form an unlikely but effective duo, blending her unique problem-solving skills with his by-the-book approach to tackle challenging cases.
