SkyShowtime & Polsat Launch ‘High Potential’ Polish Remake with Star Agnieszka Dygant!

BREAKING: High Potential is slated for a Polish adaptation. The new version will be titled Genialna M. and will be available on Polsat and the Comcast and Paramount-operated streaming service SkyShowtime. Similar to the U.S. version on ABC, the Polish series is inspired by the French hit H.P.I. – Haut Potentiel Intellectuel, known for its unique blend of mystery and humor.

The Polish adaptation features Agnieszka Dygant as Marta, a janitor at a police department. One evening, while cleaning, she stumbles upon a vital clue in a stalled investigation, propelling the police closer to apprehending the criminal. It turns out Marta has an exceptionally high IQ, and she starts aiding the police in solving crimes, utilizing her intelligence.

“With its intricate, engaging lead character, meticulously crafted narrative, and a perfect mix of humor and mystery, this series has everything,” commented Edward Miszczak, Program Director at Telewizja Polsat. “The casting is another great advantage, and for now, we are delighted to announce Agnieszka Dygant, whose exceptional talent is sure to attract viewers,” he added.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Edward Miszczak and his team at Telewizja Polsat to bring this beloved format to Poland, a series I’ve been fond of for many years,” shared Kai Finke, Chief Content Officer at SkyShowtime. “Genialna M. merges comedy and crime, two genres our viewers can’t get enough of, making it an ideal addition to our growing roster of original programming,” he explained.

This project marks the inaugural partnership between SkyShowtime and Telewizja Polsat, with production by Jake Vision DGA Studio and direction by Olga Chajdas, based on a script by Błażej Dzikowski and Agata Malesińska.

Genialna M. is part of SkyShowtime’s recent Polish offerings, following successful shows like Deadly Ties and The Cop. A New Chapter. The lineup also includes the upcoming gangster series Morpheus and the second season of Deadly Ties.

“Poland is a critical market for SkyShowtime, prompting us to continue investing in high-quality projects and collaborations with proven partners and leading talents like Olga Chajdas and Agnieszka Dygant in Genialna M., to deliver genuine, captivating stories to our audience,” stated Finke.

Meanwhile, the original French series H.P.I. – Haut Potentiel Intellectuel, has achieved international acclaim, leading to several adaptations, including a notable ABC series in the U.S., now renewed for a third season. Produced by Septembre Prods and Itineraire Prods and distributed globally by Studio TF1, it stands as a prominent French TV export in recent years.