Ramón Rodríguez Signs New Multi-Year First-Look Deal With 20th Television
Disney’s 20th Television has signed a new multi-year first-look deal with Ramón Rodríguez, who is the star and executive producer of the hit show, “Will Trent”.
This deal will see Ramón Rodríguez develop and produce television series across broadcast, cable, and streaming, focusing on projects for Disney Entertainment Television platforms, including Hulu and Disney+.
“Will Trent” has been a huge success for Disney, where it’s released on ABC, Hulu and Hulu On Disney+ in the United States and on Disney+ internationally. The show is based on Karin Slaughter’s New York Times bestselling “Will Trent” book series, Special Agent Will Trent (Rodríguez) of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation was abandoned at birth and endured a harsh coming-of-age in Atlanta’s overwhelmed foster care system. Now, he uses his unique point of view in the pursuit of justice and has the highest clearance rate in the GBI.
The show will be returning for a fourth season, and production is set to begin later this month. Ramón will also be directing episodes of the new season.
Karey Burke, President of 20th Television, said in a statement to Deadline regarding the new deal:
“Ramón is a very talented storyteller, possessing deeply creative instincts, intelligence and curiosity. He elevates Will Trent both in front of and behind the camera, bringing authenticity, heart and leadership to all aspects of production, and we are so excited to enter this next creative chapter with him,”
Ramón Rodríguezalso added:
“I’m thrilled to expand my partnership with 20th Television through Altura Productions. As an executive producer on Will Trent, I’ve seen the studio’s deep commitment to authentic, character-driven storytelling — a driving force behind the show’s success and my creative journey. With Altura, I look forward to building on that foundation, pushing boundaries, and delivering stories that resonate. Deeply grateful to Eric Schrier, Karey Burke, Carolyn Cassidy, Jane Francis and the teams at 20th, Simran Sethi at ABC, and Disney — and to Dana Walden and Craig Erwich, whose early and ongoing support has meant the world. It’s an honor to call 20th TV our home, and I’m excited for this partnership and all that lies ahead.”
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