After the huge success of its first two seasons, ABC’s crime drama Will Trent has been renewed early for a third season—and the news has fans on edge. With so many shows facing cancellation, ABC’s early decision to renew Will Trent is a huge boost for the show’s cast and loyal audience.
So what prompted the network to give the series the green light so quickly? Let’s find out what’s behind its remarkable success, and what to expect from the upcoming season 3!
Will Trent’s Impressive Success
Ratings and Viewership Are Steadily Rising
Since its debut, Will Trent has quickly made its mark with its compelling storyline, deep characters, and the unique investigative style of Agent Will Trent (played by Ramón Rodríguez). According to Nielsen statistics, season 2 recorded significant viewership growth, especially among the 18–49 age group – the most important demographic for advertisers.
Positive feedback from critics
Not only attracting audiences, Will Trent is also highly appreciated by critics for its complex character psychology and tense yet emotional plot. On Rotten Tomatoes, the series is holding a rating of over 85%, an extremely impressive number for a modern crime drama.
Why Did ABC Decide to Renew Early?
1. Stability and Long-term Development Potential
With a stable viewership and loyal fanbase, Will Trent is considered one of the new potential “pillars” for ABC. In the context of many series failing after only 1 season, maintaining a stable show like Will Trent is a top priority.
2. The compelling plot is expanding
The producers revealed that season 3 will continue to delve into Will’s past, especially revolving around his fractured relationship with Angie (played by Erika Christensen), and reveal more secrets of the organization he is working for. The script shows the potential to expand the world of Will Trent and explore many new topics.
3. Excellent acting and a diverse cast
Ramón Rodríguez is increasingly winning the hearts of fans, while Erika Christensen brings a powerful Angie who is both fragile and sharp. The chemistry between this duo is the “soul” of the show, and the filmmakers certainly want to exploit it more in the next season.
What’s Special About Season 3?
New Characters Appear
According to a source from the production team, season 3 will introduce new faces, including Scott Foley, who played Scandal, in a mysterious role but revealed to be “a big influence on Will”. In addition, Kyrie McAlpin has just been confirmed to appear in a recurring role related to a main character’s past.
Will and Angie’s Tension Reaches Its Peak
After the unhealed wounds of Season 2, the love story between Will and Angie will hit rock bottom, forcing both of them to face themselves. This will be an opportunity for the show to delve into the psychological aspect that once made Will Trent different from other crime series.
More Daring Cases
The writers have hinted that Season 3 will bring Will and the investigation team to daring, even controversial cases, reflecting the social and ethical realities of law enforcement. This is expected to increase the depth and appeal of the series.
Fan Reactions: From Surprise to Excitement
As soon as the renewal news was announced, the Will Trent fan community on Twitter and Reddit quickly expressed their joy:
“This is so awesome! This is the series I look forward to every week!”
“Ramón Rodríguez deserves 10 more seasons!”
“I’ve never seen a relationship as heartbreaking and real as Will and Angie.”
This is proof that Will Trent is not just an investigative series, but also a humane and emotional story.
Conclusion
With what has been shown in the first two seasons, it is no wonder that Will Trent was trusted by ABC and renewed early for season 3. The combination of compelling storylines, top-notch acting, and complex relationships is the fulcrum for this series to continue to shine.
If you haven’t watched Will Trent, now is the perfect time to start. And if you are already a loyal fan—get ready for the twists and intense emotions waiting for you in the next season!
