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Special Agent Will Trent was abandoned at birth and endured a harsh coming-of-age in Atlanta's overwhelmed foster care system. Determined to make sure no one feels as he did, he now has the highest clearance

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Will Trent Season 4 Episode 1 - ...Speaking of Sharks (1)
    5.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - ...Speaking of Sharks (1)

    S4:E1

    Five months after the attack on the GBI, a figure from Will's past escapes prison, forcing him to defy orders and launch a search that rips open old wounds and threatens to destroy everything he's fought to rebuild.

    Director:Ramón Rodríguez
    Writers:Liz Heldens, Britta Lundin

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  2. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 3 - Don't Let It Happen Again
    7.3/10(1112 votes)

    #2 - Don't Let It Happen Again

    S1:E3

    Will and Faith’s investigation into a small-town murder has large implications when a connection is drawn to a decades-long, covered-up cold case. Meanwhile, the death of a security guard perplexes Angie while she contemplates an unexpected dinner invitation from Ormewood, which may rehash some memories from their past.

    Director:Howard Deutch
    Writer:Inda Craig-Galván

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  3. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 5 - Breathe with Me
    7.5/10(483 votes)

    #3 - Breathe with Me

    S3:E5

    When Evelyn Mitchell returns to town, things take a quick turn as she becomes entangled in a case involving a rare stolen coin; Faith navigates her complex roles as both a daughter and detective.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 5 - The Look Out
    7.6/10(840 votes)

    #4 - The Look Out

    S1:E5

    When the wife of a local football hero is shot in a robbery gone wrong, Will is determined to quickly solve the seemingly simple case. Meanwhile, Angie and Ormewood investigate the murder of a local realtor in an investigation which quickly takes a dark turn.

    Director:Charles Randolph-Wright
    Writer:Daniel T. Thomsen

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  5. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 7 - Unable to Locate
    7.6/10(809 votes)

    #5 - Unable to Locate

    S1:E7

    When the GBI discovers that a neo-Nazi organization is planning an attack, they prioritize the case to protect innocent people. Meanwhile, Angie faces a potentially life-changing scenario and investigates a sneaker release gone wrong with Ormewood.

    Director:Patricia Cardoso
    Writer:Henry 'Hank' Jones

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  6. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 9 - This Kid's Gonna Be Alright
    7.6/10(429 votes)

    #6 - This Kid's Gonna Be Alright

    S3:E9

    Will and Faith dive into the high-profile murder of a famous rapper, uncovering a web of corruption stretching beyond the music industry. Meanwhile, Angie and Ormewood investigate an underground swinger's club, where nothing is quite as it seems.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 16 - Push, Jump, Fall
    7.6/10(368 votes)

    #7 - Push, Jump, Fall

    S3:E16

    Will and Faith fight to clear an innocent woman’s name while uncovering a deadly drug ring. Meanwhile, Angie spirals after a traumatic event, and Ormewood grapples with his diagnosis, unsure of how much to share with those closest to him.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writers:Henry 'Hank' Jones, Adam Toltzis

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  8. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 4 - My Stupid Detective Brain
    7.7/10(904 votes)

    #8 - My Stupid Detective Brain

    S1:E4

    With two dead victims and very few answers, Will and the GBI investigate a call from the state park police alongside the APD. Will, trying to get along with Ormewood for Angie’s sake, makes strides in his partnership with Faith after the two share some personal secrets.

    Director:Sheree Folkson
    Writer:Kath Lingenfelter

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  9. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 6 - Should I Go Get My Tin Foil Hat?
    7.7/10(809 votes)

    #9 - Should I Go Get My Tin Foil Hat?

    S1:E6

    A double murder leads the GBI on a cyber-chase to investigate a software firm’s activity behind closed doors. Meanwhile, Angie does her best to ensure a key witness testifies in her case.

    Director:Lea Thompson
    Writer:Britta Lundin

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  10. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.8/10(1440 votes)

    #10 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    When a murder investigation reveals there’s more to the story than meets the eye, Special Agent Will Trent of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) relies on his keen instincts and unique experience to uncover the truth. Along the way, he also reunites with a part of his past that helped shape him into the agent he is now.

    Director:Paul McGuigan
    Writers:Liz Heldens, Daniel T. Thomsen

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  11. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 2 - I'm a Pretty Observant Guy
    7.8/10(1213 votes)

    #11 - I'm a Pretty Observant Guy

    S1:E2

    As the GBI continues its investigation on a missing girl, Will becomes frustrated with the suspect search, and Faith’s frustrations with her new partner reach unprecedented heights. Meanwhile, Angie is forced to evaluate her current relationships as she follows a new case with Ormewood and navigates her complicated history with Will.

    Director:Howard Deutch
    Writer:Liz Heldens

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  12. Will Trent Season 2 Episode 2 - It's the Work I Signed Up For
    7.8/10(606 votes)

    #12 - It's the Work I Signed Up For

    S2:E2

    Will confronts James at the prison, unraveling inmate secrets; Ormewood works on his familial relationships; Angie faces a pivotal moment that brings back memories from her past.

    Director:Eric Dean Seaton
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Will Trent Season 2 Episode 8 - Why Is Jack's Arm Bleeding?
    7.8/10(499 votes)

    #13 - Why Is Jack's Arm Bleeding?

    S2:E8

    After discovering the body of a missing girl 13 years later, Will and Faith reopen the case leading to Will experiencing frequent flashbacks as they uncover the truth. Meanwhile, Angie and Ormewood investigate the death of a veteran.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 3 - Find a New Pond
    7.8/10(461 votes)

    #14 - Find a New Pond

    S3:E3

    A dispute within a family-owned business leads to multiple poisonings, pulling Will and Faith into a tangled web of secrets and corporate intrigue. Meanwhile, Angie, eager to rejoin the force, makes a discovery at Waldorf Estates.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 10 - Regarding the Death of Whitney McAdams
    7.8/10(444 votes)

    #15 - Regarding the Death of Whitney McAdams

    S3:E10

    Will investigates the disappearance of a teenage girl, uncovering betrayals among those closest to her; Angie and Ormewood explore the death of a regular at the local sandwich shop; Faith and Elijah's relationship deepens.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 15 - The Most Beautiful, Fierce, Smart, Powerful Creature in the Whole World
    7.8/10(412 votes)

    #16 - The Most Beautiful, Fierce, Smart, Powerful Creature in the Whole World

    S3:E15

    Amanda and Evelyn Mitchell's idyllic getaway takes a dark turn when a shocking murder is discovered at their luxury resort. Meanwhile, back home, Angie faces the emotional strain of a family member's unstable health conditions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 8 - Two Hundred Dollars and a Bus Pass
    7.9/10(748 votes)

    #17 - Two Hundred Dollars and a Bus Pass

    S1:E8

    When a case that hits close to home comes across Will’s desk, he discovers there is more to the incident than meets the eye. Meanwhile, Angie and Ormewood investigate a murdered magician while uncovering some extra tricks that had been up his sleeve.

    Director:Geary McLeod
    Writer:Karine Rosenthal

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  18. Will Trent Season 2 Episode 3 - You Don't Have to Understand
    7.9/10(598 votes)

    #18 - You Don't Have to Understand

    S2:E3

    With several civilians dead and one woman missing, Will and Faith question a suspicious pastor ahead of the councilman’s ribbon-cutting ceremony. Meanwhile, Angie joins Ormewood back in the field to investigate a sauna murder.

    Director:Jason Ensler
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Will Trent Season 2 Episode 4 - It's Easier to Handcuff a Human Being
    7.9/10(558 votes)

    #19 - It's Easier to Handcuff a Human Being

    S2:E4

    Will and Faith investigate a small town haunted by the “Boo Hag,” where a suspect is quickly assumed, but connections to the past unveil unexpected surprises. Meanwhile, Ormewood investigates a TV star’s murder, and Amanda senses impending danger.

    Director:Patricia Cardoso
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Will Trent Season 2 Episode 9 - Residente o Visitante
    7.9/10(479 votes)

    #20 - Residente o Visitante

    S2:E9

    To deepen his connection with his late mother, Will joins Antonio in Puerto Rico. Upon his return, he is quickly brought onto a case involving his uncle's old friend. Meanwhile, Faith and Ormewood investigate the mysterious death of a sex offender.

    Director:Sheree Folkson
    Writers:Daniel T. Thomsen, Rebecca Murga

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  21. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 12 - You're the Worst Person in the World
    7.9/10(396 votes)

    #21 - You're the Worst Person in the World

    S3:E12

    While grappling with his own trauma, Will goes undercover at Olas Collective, a suspicious wellness community, to uncover the truth behind the organization and investigate a string of deaths tied to its members.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Will Trent Season 1 Episode 9 - Manhunt
    8.0/10(783 votes)

    #22 - Manhunt

    S1:E9

    When a convicted criminal takes one of the GBI agents hostage and is accused of murder, Will and Ormewood discover some evidence which could prove their innocence. Meanwhile, Angie struggles with sobriety when she finds out her former abuser is free.

    Director:Eric Dean Seaton
    Writer:Adam Toltzis

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  23. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 4 - Floor Is Lava
    8.0/10(484 votes)

    #23 - Floor Is Lava

    S3:E4

    As the team delves into a tangled case of espionage, double-crosses and mistaken identity, Amanda helps Sunny adjust to her new life and school; Ormewood struggles with his divorce; Will's feelings for Marion begin to deepen.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 6 - No Faith in Second Chances
    8.0/10(456 votes)

    #24 - No Faith in Second Chances

    S3:E6

    Will investigates a murder with a familiar pattern, forcing him to confront his past while tracking a killer who’s always one step ahead. As the case unfolds, he begins to suspect the truth is closer—and more personal—than he ever imagined.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Will Trent Season 3 Episode 13 - One of Us Now
    8.0/10(427 votes)

    #25 - One of Us Now

    S3:E13

    Will digs deeper into Olas Collective, reporting shocking truths to Amanda. Meanwhile, the APD closes in on the cult’s leaders, setting the stage for a showdown that could turn everything upside down.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"...Speaking of Sharks (1)" is the worst rated episode of "Will Trent". It scored 5.5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Ramón Rodríguez and written by Liz Heldens, Britta Lundin, it aired on 1/6/2026. This episode scored 1.8 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Don't Let It Happen Again".