Will Trent Season 4 Release Date: When will new season drop? Here’s everything we know so far

Fans of the hit ABC crime drama Will Trent have plenty to look forward to as the show heads into its fourth season. Based on Karin Slaughter’s bestselling novels, the series follows Special Agent Will Trent (played by Ramón Rodríguez) as he solves complex cases with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) using his sharp observational skills and unique perspective shaped by a tough childhood.

The third season wrapped up in May 2025 with major cliffhangers, leaving viewers eager for resolutions. Good news arrived quickly—ABC renewed Will Trent for Season 4 back in April 2025, confirming another 18 episodes on the way.

Will Trent Season 4 Premiere Date

The wait ends soon. Will Trent Season 4 premieres on Tuesday, January 6, 2026at 8/7c on ABC. New episodes will air weekly in that slot, with streaming available the next day on Hulu.

This date fits the show’s usual midseason pattern:

• Season 1 debuted January 3, 2023
• Season 2 launched February 20, 2024 (delayed by industry strikes)
• Season 3 started January 7, 2025

Marking calendars for early January has become a tradition for fans, and 2026 continues that trend.

What to Expect in Season 4: Plot Teases and Cliffhangers

Season 4 picks up directly from the intense Season 3 finale. Expect seismic changes for the characters—relationships evolve, family ties deepen, and emotional challenges arise.

Key themes include family dynamics, both chosen and biological. Will grapples with discovering his father, Sheriff Caleb (Yul Vazquez), while other characters face personal shifts like recovery from injuries and new life changes.

Showrunners have hinted at deeper character exploration, with Will appearing “a little unraveled” at the start. Therapy sessions and unresolved threats from the past add tension. Promos suggest a darker tone early on, including escapes from prison and ongoing dangers for the GBI team.

A five-month time jump from the Season 3 ending allows some physical healing, but emotional wounds remain fresh. Cases stay gripping, blending procedural elements with personal drama.

Cast Updates for Season 4

The core ensemble returns:

• Ramón Rodríguez as Will Trent (also directing multiple episodes)
• Erika Christensen as Angie Polaski
• Iantha Richardson as Faith Mitchell
• Jake McLaughlin as Michael Ormewood
• Sonja Sohn as Amanda Wagner

Kevin Daniels, who plays Detective Franklin Wilks, steps up to series regular status after recurring in previous seasons.

Gina Rodriguez appeared as Marion Alba in Season 3, and while nothing confirms her return yet, possibilities remain open. Recurring characters like Will’s father could pop up as the story demands.