CBS’s hit survivalist drama Tracker, starring Justin Hartley as Colter Shaw, is set to return for Season 3—and Hartley is giving fans a preview of the darker, more emotional storylines ahead.
🎭 Uncovering the Truth About Colter’s Mother
Season 2 ended with a jaw-dropping twist: Colter’s father wasn’t killed by one of his children, as previously believed—but by someone his mother may have hired. In Season 3, the story will delve into the motivations behind that shocking decision.
Hartley revealed that the upcoming episodes will explore whether Colter’s mother was protecting her children, hiding a deeper secret, or possibly involved in something even more dangerous. He hinted at themes like betrayal, psychological trauma, and even government involvement, calling the direction “deep and gritty.”
“There’s some deep psychosis there. We’ll unpack that.”
⚠️ Colter on the Run?
Another bold possibility teased by Hartley: Colter Shaw may become a fugitive in the next season.
“It would be interesting to see him using all his skills to run from the authorities.”
The idea is that the tracker could be framed, forcing him to turn his survival skills inward—using them to disappear, evade the law, and uncover the truth while on the run.
🛡️ Season 3 Confirmed After Ratings Success
CBS officially renewed Tracker for a third season in early 2025. The renewal came on the heels of the show’s impressive second season performance, which averaged over 17 million viewers per episode—making it one of the network’s top scripted shows.
Although no exact release date has been announced yet, Season 3 is slated for CBS’s 2026–2027 broadcast season, likely returning in fall.
🧬 Character-Driven Storytelling Ahead
Hartley praised the show’s ability to deepen Colter’s character each season, saying that every answer leads to new questions—and more emotional complexity.
“The character keeps getting deeper and deeper.”
The show is expected to revisit Colter’s strained relationships with his siblings and further explore how his father’s death shaped his identity and worldview. Season 3 will lean more heavily into emotional storytelling, while still delivering the tense, high-stakes cases that made the show a hit.
⚡ Quick Recap: What’s Coming in Tracker Season 3
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More Family Secrets: A deep dive into Colter’s past and his mother’s true motives
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A Fugitive Twist: Colter may have to go on the run and clear his name
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Confirmed Renewal: Season 3 will air during the 2026–2027 TV season
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Expanded Character Arcs: Emotional fallout, sibling reunions, and darker truths ahead
