The February 24 episode of Will Trent Season 4 brought viewers one of the most emotionally charged hours of the series so far. Titled “We’re Looking for a Vampire,” Episode 8 delivered a bizarre murder case involving a drained victim and a suspect obsessed with vampire lore, but the real story was about the people investigating it. From the regular cast dealing with trauma to the guest stars who made the case come alive, here is a complete look at who brought this episode to your screen.
The Main Cast: Returning Favorites in Episode 8
Every great crime drama lives or dies by its cast, and Will Trent has built one of the strongest ensembles on television. Episode 8 gave each of these actors moments to shine, particularly Sonja Sohn, whose character faced yet another life-threatening situation.
Ramón Rodríguez as Will Trent
Ramón Rodríguez continues to anchor the series as the brilliant Georgia Bureau Investigation special agent with a complicated past. In this episode, viewers saw a different side of Will as his emotions boiled over. The case forced him to work alongside his biological father, Sheriff Caleb Roussard, and the tension finally erupted in a shocking moment where Will physically lashed out.
Rodríguez, known for his roles in Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and Battle: Los Angeles, brought raw vulnerability to the scene where Will screamed about his childhood. “I was just a little kid getting kicked around in a dozen different homes,” he yelled, reminding everyone why this character remains so compelling. The actor also had to balance the procedural elements of the investigation, showing Will’s sharp mind even when his personal life was falling apart.
Sonja Sohn as Amanda Wagner
If Episode 8 belonged to anyone, it was Sonja Sohn. Her character, Amanda Wagner, found herself in another nightmare scenario. Still recovering from being shot in the Season 3 finale, Amanda was shopping at a boutique when armed robbers stormed in and killed a security guard. One of the perpetrators held a gun to her head, and for a moment, Amanda froze, reliving the trauma of her previous near-death experience.
Sohn delivered what many are calling her finest performance of the series. From the panic in her eyes when the gun was pointed at her to the emotional breakdown in the dressing room afterward, she made viewers feel every bit of Amanda’s pain. The scene where she hallucinated the robber attacking her in the bathroom was particularly haunting.
Sohn is a veteran actress, filmmaker, and activist best known for her role in The Wire and the documentary Baltimore Rising. Her portrayal of Amanda has added layers to what could have been a simple boss character, turning her into someone with genuine vulnerability.
Erika Christensen as Angie Polaski
Erika Christensen returned as Angie Polaski, Will’s on-again, off-again partner and fellow foster care survivor. In Episode 8, Angie worked alongside Michael Ormewood to track down the robber who escaped from the boutique where Amanda was attacked.
Christensen, who broke out in films like Traffic and Swimfan, continues to bring depth to Angie’s struggles. This season has shown Angie expecting her first child, adding new layers to a character already dealing with plenty of personal baggage.
Iantha Richardson as Faith Mitchell
Iantha Richardson plays Faith Mitchell, the former Atlanta police officer recruited to the GBI by her godmother, Amanda Wagner. In this episode, Faith had a small but crucial role. She was the one who found Amanda having a panic attack in the bathroom and gently helped her out, recognizing immediately that her boss needed support, not judgment.
Richardson, known for This Is Us and Good Trouble, brings warmth and intelligence to Faith. Her character has grown from a reluctant partner to someone Will trusts completely.
Jake McLaughlin as Michael Ormewood
Jake McLaughlin portrayed Michael Ormewood, the Atlanta police detective and Angie’s partner. Episode 8 gave McLaughlin some of his best material yet. When Amanda locked herself in a dressing room after the shooting, Ormewood was the one who talked her down.
Using his experience as a war veteran, Ormewood shared his own struggles with trauma. “At first, I couldn’t talk about it. I didn’t want to relive it, so I ignored it. All that did was make me angry,” he told Amanda. McLaughlin, a veteran himself who served in Iraq before becoming an actor, brought authenticity to these scenes. His film credits include In the Valley of Elah and The Day the Earth Stood Still.
Kevin Daniels as Franklin
This season marked a promotion for Kevin Daniels, who was upped to series regular as Detective Franklin Wilks. Franklin has been Angie’s AA sponsor and a steady presence in her life. While he had a quieter episode this week, his role in the ensemble continues to grow.
Gina Rodriguez as Marion Alba
Gina Rodriguez appears as Marion Alba, the assistant district attorney with a complicated romantic history with Will. Though her screentime was limited in Episode 8, her presence looms large over the series as someone who understands both Will’s professional world and his personal struggles. Rodriguez is a Golden Globe winner best known for Jane the Virgin.
The Guest Cast: Who Played the Suspects and Victims
Episode 8 featured several memorable guest performances that brought the vampire case to life.
Yul Vazquez as Sheriff Caleb Roussard
Yul Vazquez plays Sheriff Caleb Roussard, Will’s biological father who entered his life this season. Their relationship remains complicated, to say the least. In this episode, they bickered over everything from car repairs to investigative techniques. Roussard is eager to connect, coaching Will’s little league team, but Will remains guarded.
Vazquez is a highly respected character actor with credits including Captain Phillips, The Girl on the Train, and Russian Doll. His chemistry with Rodríguez makes their father-son dynamic one of the most interesting parts of Season 4.
Devin Druid as Viktor
Devin Druid appeared as Viktor, the gothic projectionist obsessed with vampire lore. When Will and Caleb arrived at his house, they found him living in a space straight out of a 19th-century vampire novel, complete with a coffin where he rested. Viktor was devastated to learn that Avery, his only friend at work, had been murdered.
Druid, known for his role as Tyler Down in 13 Reasons Why, brought sympathy to a character who could have been a cartoon. Viktor’s pain felt real, especially when his estranged father showed up at the hospital and he ran away in fear.
Kylin Milan as Avery
Kylin Milan played Avery, the young woman found murdered at the drive-in. Though her screentime was limited to flashbacks and the crime scene, her character drove the entire investigation. Avery was described as kind and easy to work with, someone who treated everyone with respect.
Danny Flaherty as Landon
Danny Flaherty appeared as Landon, the son of the drive-in owner. He was genuinely horrified by Avery’s death and showed real concern for Viktor when he was shot. Flaherty has appeared in American Horror Story and The Kids Are All Right.
Erin Bradley Dangar as Pam
Erin Bradley Dangar played Pam, the drive-in owner who initially seemed like a suspect. It turned out she was running a drug operation using fentanyl patches, but she had an alibi for the murder itself. Dangar brought the right mix of sleaze and desperation to the role.
John Ellison Conlee as Viktor’s Father
John Ellison Conlee had a small but powerful role as Viktor’s father, a man desperate to reconnect with the son he lost after going to prison. He explained that his wife died during a robbery he committed, leading to his incarceration and Viktor being raised by his great-aunt. Conlee is a veteran character actor with credits including The Good Wife and Deadwood.
Jesse La Flair as Seamus DiMario
Jesse La Flair appeared as Seamus DiMario, the partner of the robber who shot the security guard. The episode ended with Ormewood confronting him in a storage unit, setting up a confrontation that will likely continue. La Flair is known for his work as a stunt performer in films like John Wick: Chapter 3.
Amani Summer as the Teenage Girl
Young actress Amani Summer played the teenager whose appearance saved Amanda’s life. When Amanda froze with a gun to her head, this girl walked out of a dressing room with headphones on, completely oblivious to the danger. The distraction gave Amanda the opening she needed to fight back.
The Four-Legged Cast Member
Bluebell as Betty
No cast guide would be complete without mentioning Bluebell, the chihuahua who plays Betty. Will adopted Betty in the pilot because he could not abandon her, a direct reflection of his own abandonment as a child. Betty remains a beloved part of the show, and her official Twitter account has nearly as many followers as some human cast members.
Episode Details and Where to Watch
Will Trent Season 4 Episode 8, titled “We’re Looking for a Vampire,” aired on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. The episode was written by Britta Lundin.
For those who missed it, the episode became available for streaming the next day, Wednesday, February 25, on Hulu.
International viewers can find the show on various platforms. Viewers in the UK, Canada, Australia, and India should check local broadcasters or streaming services like Disney+ or Star+ that carry ABC content. Availability may vary by region.
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What Made This Cast Stand Out
Episode 8 succeeded because it gave every actor something real to play. Sonja Sohn did not just play trauma, she played a strong woman realizing she was not as strong as she thought. Ramón Rodríguez did not just play anger, he played the accumulated pain of a lifetime finally boiling over. Jake McLaughlin did not just play a cop giving advice, he played a man who learned his lessons the hard way and was willing to share them.
The guest cast elevated the material as well. Devin Druid made Viktor more than just a goth stereotype. Yul Vazquez made Caleb a father who genuinely wants to connect, even if he does not know how. Even small roles like Amani Summer’s teenager mattered because they affected the main characters in meaningful ways.
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