CBS has confirmed that Jensen Ackles will reprise his role as Russell Shaw in the two-part Season 3 premiere of Tracker, reuniting him with Justin Hartley’s Colter Shaw.
A Brotherly Bond Put to the Test
The new season kicks off with Colter uncovering shocking truths about his father’s death. Ackles’ Russell joins forces with his brother to track down a missing family, but their reunion brings emotional weight. According to Ackles, one standout scene between him and Hartley ran over eight minutes — a rarity in network drama.
Elwood Reid Promises More Ackles
Showrunner Elwood Reid teased that fans will get “a double dose” of Ackles in the new season, hinting at his expanded importance to Colter’s backstory. The dynamic between Hartley and Ackles, both on screen and off, is expected to be a highlight of Season 3.
