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?
This was one of my favorite shows – i missed the cancellation notice until i googled the series name just now. I am very saddened and will miss this show – even though i wanted the relationship between Dr Pierce and agent Moretti to become more personal and close.
Sigh
I Loved that show it was so entertaining. I loved the actor. Why was it cancelled? So many show are being cancelled & this is one of my favorite. You make a big mistake according to me. TNT was one of my favorite channel’s but I’ve found myself watching other channels more. Bad decisions for me.
Too bad you didn’t renew this series. It was a very good one. We need more of these – SOOOO SICK of the reality shows – so stupid and people are stupid if they think these are real – reality and not scripted!!!
This was one of my favorite programs. Great stories. Very different from any other who done it. Good message for those who suffer from mental disorders. Eric McCormack great actor and nice to look at. Bring it back.
My favorite show!
As I am reading all of your comments about how great Perception is my question is what do you plan on doing with our comments? Are you submitting this to the network to bring the show back or is this just a vent site.
This was a great show, how could it be canceled? Why cancel the good shows?
This series was clever and intriguing and should NOT HAVE BEEN CANCELLED!
PLEASE reconsider and bring this show back…I agree that there are so many extremely stupid reality shows and this one was great! Does not make any sense!
This was an awesome show and it should be renewed or continued on Web TV. The series finale was also disappointing…I was hoping that Daniel would end up with Kate!!
Bring Perception back. It’s a great show!
This was proving to be one of my all time favorite shows. Why are all the great shows being canceled why many horrid ones stick around. Please bring this show back.
I believe the problem is the viewers. The awful reality shows bombard the networks. Mindless …good shows get left in the dust….
Don’t you think with all these positive comments about Perception you should send them to TNT and let them know how many people are disappointed by their decision to cancel a great program
I think it should be renewed!
Loved perception. Excellent writing and acting, so of course it won’t return. Been looking for it all summer.