The series, starring Ramón Rodríguez in the title role, premiered on January 3, 2023, on ABC. In April 2024, the series was renewed for a third season which premiered January 7, 2025. The series is based on Karin Slaughter's novels.
Will Trent was found abandoned as a child, and had to grow up in the Atlanta foster care system. Despite being dyslexic, he has become a Special Agent in the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Will is highly observant, solving the highest proportion of cases in the GBI.