Will Trent Season 4 Episode 16 Set to Air Next Week

The latest installment of the hit crime drama will continue the high-stakes investigation into Will's past.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:18am

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A conceptual illustration featuring bold, geometric black silhouettes and high-contrast red and white shapes, conveying the dramatic tension and personal stakes of the 'Will Trent' crime drama.The latest chapter in the gritty saga of Special Agent Will Trent promises to further unravel the mysteries of his troubled past.Atlanta Today

The 16th episode of the fourth season of the popular crime drama series 'Will Trent' is set to air next week, continuing the show's gripping storylines. In the previous episode, the titular character agreed to meet with a key figure in hopes of uncovering more about his own troubled upbringing in Atlanta's foster care system.

Why it matters

As one of ABC's highest-rated dramas, 'Will Trent' has built a devoted fanbase by blending compelling procedural elements with an emotionally resonant exploration of the show's lead character and his personal history. The upcoming episode is expected to further develop this narrative thread, which has been a central focus of the current season.

The details

In the previous episode, titled 'The Blank Expanse of Nothing,' Special Agent Will Trent agreed to meet with the mysterious Adelaide in the hopes of learning more about his Uncle Antonio and the circumstances surrounding his own abandonment as a child. However, unknown to Will, his colleague Amanda is secretly working to uncover details about the powerful 'Commander' figure who has been pulling the strings.

  • The 16th episode of 'Will Trent' Season 4 is scheduled to air on ABC next Tuesday, April 22nd, 2026.
  • The previous episode, 'The Blank Expanse of Nothing,' aired on April 15th, 2026.

The players

Will Trent

The lead character of the series, a special agent with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation who overcame a difficult childhood in Atlanta's foster care system.

Adelaide

A mysterious figure who has information related to Will Trent's past and his connection to the 'Commander.'

Amanda

A colleague of Will Trent's at the Georgia Bureau of Investigation who is secretly investigating the 'Commander' behind the scenes.

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What’s next

Fans will have to tune in next Tuesday to see if Will is able to get the answers he's seeking from Adelaide, and whether Amanda's covert investigation into the 'Commander' will yield any breakthroughs.

The takeaway

The upcoming episode of 'Will Trent' promises to delve deeper into the show's central mystery surrounding the lead character's troubled past, continuing to captivate audiences with its blend of gripping crime drama and personal storytelling.