Network: TNT
Episodes: 39 (hour)
Seasons: Three
TV show dates: July 9, 2012 — March 17, 2015
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Eric McCormack, Rachael Leigh Cook, Arjay Smith, Kelly Rowan, and LeVar Burton.
TV show description:
This TV show revolves around Doctor Daniel Pierce (Eric McCormack), an eccentric and brilliant neuroscience professor. Unfortunately, his mind is also damaged and he suffers from paranoid schizophrenia.
Pierce struggles with hallucinations and paranoid delusions brought on by his schizophrenia. Oddly though, he considers some of his hallucinations to be a gift. They occasionally allow him to make connections that his conscious mind can’t yet process. At other times, the hallucinations become Pierce’s greatest curse, leading him to behave in irrational, potentially dangerous ways.
Still, he’s recruited by FBI agent Kate Moretti (Rachael Leigh Cook) to help solve complex cases. Pierce has an intimate knowledge of human behavior and a masterful understanding of the way the mind works. He also has an uncanny ability to see patterns and can look past people’s conscious emotions to see what lies beneath. Kate is Pierce’s former student and, unlike her colleagues, she’s willing to look past his peculiarities.
Pierce’s mental condition and offbeat manner make it difficult for him to achieve the close friendships and intimate relationships he craves.
Those close to him include Max Lewicki (Arjay Smith), his teaching assistant. Max’s primary job is to keep Pierce in line and on task, whether that means grading midterms or laying out his boss’ wardrobe for the day. Natalie Vincent (Kelly Rowan) is Pierce’s best friend and every bit his intellectual equal. Paul Haley (LeVar Burton) is the dean at Pierce’s university and one of his few friends.
Pierce is in his element when solving an intricate puzzle or a coded message. But in unfamiliar situations, he can quickly become overwhelmed, and only his favorite music and a crossword puzzle have the power to make things right again.
Episode #39 — Run
When Moretti goes missing the day of her wedding, Pierce and Donnie set off in pursuit of the runaway bride. They soon learn that Kate has been abducted by a dangerous person from Pierce’s own past. Pierce and Donnie risk everything to save Moretti before it’s too late.
First aired: March 17, 2015
What do you think? Do you like the Perception TV series? Do you think it should have been cancelled or renewed for a fourth season?
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663 Comments on "Perception"
I would like to see it come back. Great show
Unfortunate cancellation of a great show. The premise was a refreshing twist to the authoritarian models of cop/fbi shows. But alas, people had to think, and they also had to think about thinking, which is a big no-no for the braindead majority of the population. This is one show I would love to see come back. If only our comments here meant anything.
Really enjoyed Perception. Hate that it was cancelled without even an ending. Anything cerebral will never last.
we love this show
was looking forward to more of this well acted program
they put on rubbish and take off the good stuff
please bring it back .
Yet again another good show cancelled. What is wrong with these networks cancelling shows that people actually like to watch. Plus cancelling them right in the middle of the series with out giving it an ending.
Why starting so good series to end them so abrutltely. Perception should continue.
Dont do this! the story, the actors, the chemistry! there are just so many windows of opportunity for people to learn and get inspired from these great minds -13
I REALLY LIKED PERCEPTION. I HATE IT WHEN SHOWS STOP RATHER THAN END.
I don’t think the networks really care what we think. They want to produce the cheapest shows that can still bring them some money!
Yes, the show should have been renewed, it received 3 nominations and 1 win. Everytime a really good show is developed it is canceled because it is not “main stream”, not everyone wants main stream.
Loved this show – so sad that it has been cancelled
The only reason for cancelation would be poor ratings. So this only goes to show the stupidity of the majority of people or in this case the TV viewing public who would rather watch things like Keeping Up With The Whatever Idiots.
Series should have been renewed. My wife and I enjoyed it and looked forward to watching
it each week. We jointly agree that their are many other programs still currently running
on various networks that should have been cancelled before this series. Too bad.
Everytime I find an interesting & mind challenging…this show gets canceled! It’s sad when actors & writers bring us wholesome believable storytelling.
Another great show bits the dusts. Sad Bad decision.