The ABC crime drama Will Trent has captured audiences with its sharp storytelling and compelling characters. With Season 3 currently airing and Season 4 officially confirmed, many fans are already asking: will there be a Will Trent Season 5? The show’s strong ratings and growing popularity suggest a high chance of renewal further ahead after Season 4.
Will Trent Season 4 Is Official
ABC renewed Will Trent for a fourth season in April 2025. This follows a regular pattern, as past seasons were also renewed in April. The show is expected to return in midseason 2026 — likely January or February.
Season Overview
| Season | Premiere Date | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | January 3, 2023 | 13 |
| 2 | February 20, 2024 | 10 |
| 3 | January 7, 2025 | 18 |
| 4 | January/February 2026 (Expected) | 18 |
Season 3: Current Status and Episode Schedule
Season 3 debuted on January 7, 2025, and features 18 episodes. It airs Tuesdays at 8 PM ET on ABC and is available on Hulu the next day.
Upcoming Episodes
| Episode | Title | Air Date |
| 15 | The Most Beautiful, Fierce, Smart, Powerful Creature | April 22 |
| 16 | Push, Jump, Fall | April 29 |
| 17 | Why Hello, Sheriff | May 6 |
| 18 | All the Best Intentions (Expected Title) | May 13 |
What Is Will Trent About?
Will Trent is based on the bestselling book series by Karin Slaughter. The show follows Special Agent Will Trent of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), who was abandoned as a child and grew up in Atlanta’s foster care system. Despite his traumatic past, Trent uses his unique perspective and brilliant mind to solve complex cases, all while battling his own emotional wounds.
The series blends gripping crime investigations with deep character development, making it a standout among police procedurals.
Will Trent Cast
The show features a talented and diverse cast:
- Ramón Rodríguez as Will Trent – A GBI special agent with a traumatic past and brilliant investigative skills.
- Erika Christensen as Angie Polaski – A detective and Will’s on-again, off-again love interest.
- Iantha Richardson as Faith Mitchell – Will’s loyal and sharp partner.
- Jake McLaughlin as Michael Ormewood – A grizzled detective with a complicated history.
- Sonja Sohn as Amanda Wagner – The GBI’s tough but fair boss.
- Jennifer Morrison, Cora Lu Tran, and Gina Rodriguez (guest star) have also appeared in recurring roles.
Trailer for Will Trent
While there’s no trailer for Season 4 yet, fans can watch the official trailer for Will Trent Season 3 to get a feel for the show’s tone and current storyline.
Once Season 4 nears release, ABC is expected to drop a new trailer, giving fans a glimpse into what’s next for Will and his team.
What the Creators Are Saying
Co-showrunner Liz Heldens recently hinted that Gina Rodriguez may return as Marion Alba in Season 4, suggesting the writers are building long-term character arcs. The cast has also shown excitement about continuing their roles, which bodes well for future seasons.
