Will Trent
The truth is out of control.
Created by Daniel T. Thomsen, Liz Heldens
On ABC
A procedural crime drama with comedic warmth that balances case-of-the-week resolution with a protagonist's ongoing emotional reckoning with abandonment and foster care trauma.
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 rate.
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Is Will Trent sad? Somewhat. More sad than 66% of series.
Is Will Trent easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 61% of series.
Is Will Trent violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of series.
Does Will Trent leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Will Trent scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Will Trent
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Will Trent
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Will Trent, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Will Trent, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Will Trent, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
