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Captain Nick Wagner Joins Tense Murder Mystery Episode

10/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

High Potential Season 2 Episode 4, 'Behind the Music,' airs Oct 7, 2025, at 10 p.m. ET on ABC, introducing Captain Nick Wagner, played by Steve Howey, who replaces Soto and creates tension.
The episode centers on a singer's murder tied to a cold case, highlighting Morgan's skills.
Streaming on Hulu next day and Disney+ internationally on Oct 8.

History

Historical Context

The 2003 premiere of "Cold Case" followed the success of crime dramas like "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," which began in 2000 and popularized forensic science in media. By 2005, six of the top ten U.S. television shows were crime dramas, reflecting a societal fascination with crime narratives that influences public perceptions of law enforcement and justice.

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Story summary

High Potential Season 2 Episode 4, 'Behind the Music,' airs Oct 7, 2025, at 10 p.m. ET on ABC, introducing Captain Nick Wagner, played by Steve Howey, who replaces Soto and creates tension.
The episode centers on a singer's murder tied to a cold case, highlighting Morgan's skills.
Streaming on Hulu next day and Disney+ internationally on Oct 8.

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