# ‘The Rookie’ Meets ‘Criminal Minds’ in Netflix’s New Near-Perfect Crime Series

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/the-rookie-meets-criminal-minds-in-netflixs-new-near-perfect-crime-series/
- Published: 2026-11-05T13:39:12+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-05T16:11:37+00:00
- Original publisher: Collider
- Original article: https://collider.com/the-rookie-replacement-series-will-trent-new-to-netflix/
- Topics: Entertainment, TV

## Key points

- *Will Trent* is now available on Netflix.
- Season four was the series’ most-viewed season.
- Season five is due on 6 January 2027.

## Summary

ABC’s crime drama *Will Trent* has arrived on Netflix, giving viewers a chance to catch up on a series that blends self-contained investigations with ongoing character stories. The article presents it as a strong choice for fans of procedural shows such as *The Rookie* and *Criminal Minds*, and notes its growing audience and critical praise.

Based on Karin Slaughter’s novels, the series follows GBI special agent Will Trent, played by Ramón Rodríguez, whose childhood in Atlanta’s foster care system shaped his approach to solving crimes. Its fourth season was the show’s most-viewed so far and marked its fourth consecutive year of ratings growth, according to Nielsen; the first season has an 89% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes. Season five is confirmed for 6 January 2027, with Alexandra Metz joining as newly appointed GBI deputy director Birdie Palmer, following the death of Amanda in the season-four finale.

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