ABC confirmed that Will Trent will return with season 4 on January 6, 2026, bringing the popular crime drama back to screens early in the new year.
The series, based on the bestselling novels by Karin Slaughter, continues to follow Special Agent Will Trent as he solves complex cases with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation while navigating his own unconventional approach to life and work.
The new season will have 18 episodes, according to Deadlinemarking another full run for the series after Season 3 ends in May 2025.
Ramón Rodríguez will once again lead the cast as the sharp-eyed investigator, known not only for his keen instincts, but also for his close bond with his chihuahua, Betty.
Rodríguez previously described the series’ tonal balance, saying, “It’s a crime drama that has a lot of heart and doesn’t take itself so seriously.”
He added: “There’s seriousness, there’s drama, but yet we’re able to thread the needle by including a little humor and levity.”
This mix has made the series stand out since its debut in January 2023.
Season 4 will also see Rodríguez take on more responsibilities behind the camera.
After directing the season 3 premiere, the actor confirmed that he will direct at least one episode in the upcoming series.
“It makes more sense for me to direct the premiere like I did last season,” he said in a June 2025 interview. “I like that pressure of having to set the bar for a season.”
The January launch date follows the series’ familiar release pattern, with seasons 1 and 3 also airing in January, while season 2 arrived in February.
Viewers looking to catch up can currently stream the first three seasons on Hulu.
When Season 4 begins streaming on ABC, new episodes will be added to Hulu the following day.
With a confirmed return date and longer episode order, Will Trent is expected to start 2026 with more cases, character moments, and the same mix of spunk and warmth that fans have come to expect.
