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?
To the Executives … YOU SUCK!!! … This was by far the BEST SHOW on television and you Cancel it … You should be CANCELLED YOURSELF!
Really sad to see you take this wonderfully written show off the air. The cast has great chemistry and the context is always stimulating to the mind. We need this to counterbalance the reality shows that are now considered entertainment.
I love Perception!!!! I love the opening and closing scenes especially. The chemistry between the characters is amazing. This is one of the shows that I truly adore. Please bring it back!
Now I understand why so many people are idiots. Any program requiring thinking is cancelled and only the moronic shows live on.
i thought this was a great show. so sorry to see it has been cancelled……………….. would be nice to give it a second chance.
perception was an excellent show, and I don’t watch much TV because there are very few shows worth watching. Why they canceled it is unbelievable, for if they would’ve given it half of the advertising they gave the crap shows it would have great ratings. Another network, if they have any brains at all, will pick it up. if they would’ve given it half of the advertising they gave the crap shows it would have great ratings. Another network if they have any brains at all will pick it up
Perception was a great show. Very well written, very well acted and again a nice clean show. Why do they always get rid of nice shows and leave shows that I can’t even believe exist on TV. Wow.
WHY? I loved this show, especially the opening sequence when Daniel is teaching and discussing reality, perception, the brain . . . HEY – another network needs to pick this up!
Perception requires some intelligence to enjoy. Considering the state of pseudo-reality TV, it is no surprise it is being cancelled.
This show required some level of intelligence to enjoy. Considering the current state of pseudo-reality TV, it is no surprise its being cancelled.
WHAT “FRANK” SAID !!! …
Also LOVED this show. Only really a few shows that both my wife and I like – this was one. Bring it BACK!!!!
Love this show. I don’t understand why all the good shows are cancelled???? Please bring this show back.
One of the best shows on Television . It entertained while making you think .
such a shame…one of the FEW good shows worth watching!
Great show…great cast and storylines….there has to be a way for the powers to be to keep this show on the air…..you cant leave its fans hanging on the last episode…instead of cancelling the shows that are worth watching…they should really consider cancelling all the reality shows they are a waste of air time.