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?
I love Perception! It’s a wonderful show! So far, it’s the only show on TNT that I’ve watched so far. It’s one of my favorite television shows in today’s entertainment, including Elementary, Parenthood (which has now come to a grand finish), Bones, Person Of Interest, Perception, The Night Shift, The Big Bang Theory, the brand-new three-and-a-half minute(s) Mickey Mouse cartoons, and Once Upon A Time that I always wish to watch. I love the characters and everything that they go through. Why did they have to cancel it after just three seasons? Oh, I hope that another television network picks… Read more »
Very disappointed to hear about this show being cancelled! Another great show bites the dust. Sucks
Again, Another great show I really liked.. and it gets cancelled. Dear gosh at least do a movie to end it up. Dont freaking end it on a cliffhanger.
Perception is the best show I’ve ever seen, so naturally it got canceled.
Perception is a good blend of drama and comedy. The science of neurological disorders is presented in a unique and fascinating format. I’ve come to understand that just because someone is mentally challenged does not mean that that person is of no use to society.
The different types of mental disorders presented on this program have been very informative as I had no idea that some even existed. Canceling this show is a great disservice to the viewing public and to yourselves.
Don’t cancell best show /TV series on! Couldn’t wait for it to come back on!
DON’T CANCELL!!
Really? Cancel another great, unique show!?!? I hope USA or A&E will consider picking up this show!!
A big vote here for renewal. You learn so much from watching this series, and the actors are exceptional, the writing excellent. Outshines most things on TV. I’ve seen every episode and need more.
Why are all these good shows being cancelled? TBT isn’t the only network cancelling good shows, there are networks cancelling their shows that have been on for several years.
How could TNT possibly cancel this show? Is management of this station bereft of common sense?
Best show ever…do not cancel!
Don’t cancel perception is one of the best shows I’ve seen . It is great way of looking at crime dramas. Don’t let it disappear.
Please Please do not cancel Perception the TV show It is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Please bring Perception back! I love the show and the characters. I will miss it terribly, PLEASE BRING IT BACK!,
The best TNT show ever; should not have been dropped. I hope to see it return asap. Thanks.