CBS struck gold with their exciting procedural series Tracker throughout its first two seasons thus far, and the network has picked the show up for season 3. Based on the novel The Never Game by Jeffrey Deaver, the series concerns Colter Shaw (Justin Hartley), a survivalist who uses his excellent tracking skills to make a living by finding missing people and claiming the rewards. Besides the simple but effective narrative structure that the series employs, Tracker also manages to thrill by introducing Shaw's complicated past, which unravels like a mystery as each episode progresses.

Season 2 of Tracker continues to introduce elements of Colter Shaw's family life, including his estranged brother, played by Jensen Ackles, and the mystery around his father's murder. This ongoing storyline helps elevate Tracker above many of the other procedurals on TV, and gives the series a chance to grow and change the longer it stays on the air. This sort of incentive keeps viewers tuning in week after week, and it gave CBS a good reason to pick the Justin Hartley-led program up for another season.

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CBS Orders A Third Season Of Tracker

Making the announcement while simultaneously renewing several other shows, the latest news confirms that CBS has ordered Tracker season 3. Picked up alongside the likes of NCIS and Fire Country, Tracker has clearly taken its place among the upper echelon of CBS' primetime lineup. The order for season 3 came while season 2 still had several episodes to air, and that speaks to the overwhelming confidence that the network has in the series.

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Tracker Returns To CBS For A Third Season

After the show was swiftly renewed for a second season, it seemed as if CBS had found yet another long-running procedural. Now, the network has opted to renew Tracker for a third season, further proving that the Justin Hartley action series isn't going anywhere soon. Because Tracker has become a fall staple for CBS, it's expected that season 3 will debut at some point in late 2025.

Tracker season 2 premiered on October 13, 2024, and completed on May 11, 2025.

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Will Colter & His Team Return Again?

Like most procedurals, the cast of Tracker is a diverse and large ensemble with characters that come and go from episode to episode. However, Colter Shaw's team is the heart and soul of the program, and they'll all likely return in season 3. Though Robin Weigert left the role of Teddi Bruin after season 1, there aren't any other major changes expected as the series hits its stride. Naturally, Justin Hartley will be back as "rewardist" Colter Shaw, and with him comes Abby McEnany as Velma Bruin, Eric Graise as Bobby Exley, and Fiona Rene as Reenie Greene.

Season 2 also introduced Chris Lee as Bobby's cousin, who took over the job as Colter's "man behind the screen," providing technical , hacking skills, and even throwing a couple of cases Colter's way. Bobby and Randy are now sharing their workspace, so it appears Bobby will be sticking around for season 3.

The show also features many ing characters, though their status in future seasons is less certain. Jensen Ackles has impressed so far as Colter's estranged brother, Russell, and he'll likely return. Likewise, Lee Tergesen will likely be back as Ashton Shaw, Colter's father, who appears in flashbacks. Wendy Crewson should also be back as Mary Dove Shaw, Colter's mother, especially with more mystery now surrounding her character following the events of season 2.

The prospective cast of Tracker season 3 includes:

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More Rewards & More Information About Colter's Past

...cases have brought him up against shadowy criminals, strange cults, and have put his life in mortal danger on numerous occasions.

Though Tracker very much follows a classic procedural format, it is unique because it also employs an overarching narrative. This makes predicting what happens in season 3 both easy and difficult. However, it's assumed that season 3 will feature weekly stories involving Colter hunting down missing persons in order to collect rewards. These cases have brought him up against shadowy criminals, strange cults, and have put his life in mortal danger on numerous occasions. They have also allowed for a rotating cast of guest stars and locations.

Besides Colter's rewards, the series has also strung along a fascinating mystery about Colter's strange childhood, including the mystery behind the death of his father. With the reveal at the end of season 2 that a friend of Ashton's was in the woods on the night of his death at the request of his mother, the mystery has only deepened. Likewise, the reveal of the contents of the box belonging to Colter's father includes scientific notes and the phone number for a disconnected number, which means crumbs for the mystery will likely continue to be sprinkled throughout the season.

The relationship between Colter and his estranged brother is expected to take on a new direction in season 2, and that could shine a light on their complicated upbringing. Tracker season 3 is set to be a fascinating addition to the show.