The crime drama Will Trent ended its fourth season on May 5, 2026, with a finale that left viewers reeling from another shocking death. After killing off a major character just weeks ago, the show struck again, taking out Dr. Seth McDale (Scott Foley) in a tragic car accident. For fans wondering if the show will continue after this cast reset, the answer is confirmed.
ABC has already renewed Will Trent for a fifth season. The pickup was announced in April 2026, securing the show’s place on the network’s 2026-27 schedule. Thanks to strong audience numbers, the series about the dyslexic GBI special agent is coming back.
Season 5 Already Confirmed for 2027
The renewal came early. Alongside The Rookie, Will Trent was picked up for another season because both shows pull in big viewership numbers. Ramón Rodríguez, who plays the lead role, will return alongside the remaining main cast.
With a season 5 confirmed, the show is set for a full reset. Each of the previous seasons debuted in January or February. Fans can likely expect new episodes to arrive in early 2027. While ABC has not set a specific premiere date yet, production is expected to move forward later this year.
Season 4 Finale Brings Another Unexpected Death
The season 4 finale, titled “Be of Service,” delivered a heavy blow. Angie Polaski (Erika Christensen) went into labor. Her husband, Seth, drove her to the hospital but a car crashed into them. Seth looked fine at first. He helped Angie and even checked on the other driver. But at the hospital, doctors found internal bleeding from bruised ribs. He died quickly.
Angie gave birth to a healthy baby girl named Edie. But the joy of the birth mixed with the horror of losing her husband. The showrunners explained this was a necessary hard reset.
“Going into Season 5, it just really felt like we needed a reset and some new energy, and some new dynamics.” – Liz Heldens, Co-Showrunner
This death came just three episodes after the show killed Amanda Wagner (Sonja Sohn). Amanda, Will’s mentor, was stabbed while investigating a cult. Her death happened off-screen, shocking everyone. Sonja Sohn posted a heartfelt response to fans online, thanking them for their love after her character’s sudden exit.
Will Trent Steps Up After the Tragedy
In the finale’s closing moments, Will Trent took a leave from the GBI. He showed up at Angie’s door to help raise baby Edie. He made a clear promise to the newborn, mirroring the words Amanda once said to him. He told the baby he would be there to keep her safe and loved.
The finale jumped forward several months. Will and Angie returned to work to find everything different. A new GBI Deputy Director is coming, and the team dynamics have changed completely.
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New Partnerships Form for Season 5
The end of season 4 set up a new crime-fighting structure for season 5. Will got paired with Ormewood (Jake McLaughlin) through a new program. Neither man is happy about it. Meanwhile, Angie returned to the Atlanta Police Department and immediately joined Faith (Iantha Richardson) in a secret investigation.
This secret case involves a trafficking ring with ties to powerful men. Faith had to move her investigation into a supply closet to avoid office politics. This storyline will likely carry into the next season.
The showrunners noted they are in no rush to put Will and Angie back together romantically. Right now, they are building a new kind of family for the sake of the baby. Angie was overwhelmed with grief at first, but Will stepped in to become the child’s protector.
Will Trent season 4 is now fully available to stream on Hulu. The show will come back for season 5 in early 2027 on ABC.
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