ABC has confirmed this Will Trent will return with Season 4 on January 6, 2026, bringing the popular crime drama back to screens at the start of the new year.
Based on Karin Slaughter’s bestselling novels, the series 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 offers 18 episodes, according to Deadlinemarking another full run for the show after Season 3 ended 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 has previously described the show’s tonal balance, saying, “This is a crime drama that has a lot of heart and doesn’t take itself too seriously.”
He added, “There’s some seriousness, there’s some drama, yet we’re able to thread the needle with including some humor and levity.”
This mix has helped 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 of the upcoming series.
“It makes the most sense for me to direct the premiere like I did last season,” he said in an interview in June 2025. “I love the pressure of having to set the bar for a season.”
The January launch date follows the show’s familiar release pattern, with seasons 1 and 3 also premiering in January, while season 2 arrived in February.
Viewers who want to catch up can currently stream the first three seasons on Hulu.
When Season 4 begins airing on ABC, new episodes will be added to Hulu the following day.
With a confirmed return date and a longer episode order, Will Trent is set to begin 2026 with more cases, character moments, and the same mix of grit and heat that fans have come to expect.
