ABC’s Will Trent returns for a much-anticipated fourth season in early 2026, continuing its gripping mix of crime, character drama, and emotional intensity. With major cast developments, shocking plot twists, and new characters stepping into the spotlight, Season 4 promises to reshape everything fans thought they knew about Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s most enigmatic agent.
🔄 Cast Updates: Familiar Faces & New Dynamics
Ramón Rodríguez is back as the title character and will again step behind the camera to direct at least one episode. Season 4 continues to explore Will’s complex emotional journey—this time triggered by one of the biggest revelations in the series yet: the identity of his biological father.
Yul Vazquez joins the cast as Sheriff Caleb Roussard, Will’s father, whose murky past and ambiguous motives are set to challenge Will’s trust and identity. This relationship is expected to be a cornerstone of the new season.
Meanwhile, Erika Christensen (Angie Polaski), Iantha Richardson (Faith Mitchell), Jake McLaughlin (Michael Ormewood), and Sonja Sohn (Amanda Wagner) are all set to return, though their characters are in flux. Amanda’s fate hangs in the balance after being shot in the Season 3 finale, and Angie is dealing with pregnancy from a new relationship, seemingly closing the door on her long-running emotional arc with Will.
Notably absent will be Gina Rodriguez’s Marion, as her story wrapped at the end of last season.
🔥 Plot Threads: Fallout, Fatherhood, and Fresh Romance
Season 4 dives headfirst into unresolved storylines and raw emotional fallout. With Amanda fighting for her life, Will is grappling with guilt, fractured loyalties, and a possible crossroads in his career. The revelation about his father’s identity introduces a deeper layer of family trauma and unresolved pain.
Angie, now pregnant by Dr. Seth McDale (played by Scott Foley), is moving on—both emotionally and relationally—leaving fans uncertain whether reconciliation with Will is even on the table anymore.
Producers have teased a new potential love interest for Will, sparking speculation about the long-awaited introduction of Sara Linton, a key character from the Will Trent novels by Karin Slaughter.
🧠 More Than a Procedural
Season 4 will continue the show’s unique blend of gripping procedural storytelling and heartfelt character development. High-stakes cases involving political corruption, organized crime, and personal vendettas are expected, with each investigation tying deeper into the characters’ emotional arcs.
Supporting characters like Faith Mitchell and Ormewood are also due for expanded storylines. Ormewood’s health challenges and Faith’s growing leadership role hint at wider shifts within the GBI team dynamic.
📺 When and Where to Watch
Though ABC hasn’t confirmed an exact premiere date, Will Trent Season 4 is slated for a January 2026 return as part of the network’s midseason lineup. New episodes will stream on Hulu the day after airing, with Disney+ hosting international releases.
Fans can expect a trailer in late 2025, likely around Thanksgiving or early December.
Final Thoughts
With personal betrayals, explosive revelations, and fresh challenges on the horizon, Will Trent Season 4 is set to be its most intense yet. The emotional stakes are higher, the cases more dangerous, and the characters more fractured—but also more compelling than ever.
Stay tuned. Will Trent’s world is about to change.
