When it comes to network television, few shows have captured the audience’s imagination quite like CBS’s Tracker. Premiering after the Super Bowl in 2024, the Justin Hartley–led series quickly rocketed to the top of the ratings. And if sTrac—they’re living it
Why Tracker Hits Different
Part of what makes Tracker so binge-worthy is its perfect mix of old-school TV comfort and modern storytelling. Colter Shaw (played by Hartley) isn’t your average TV hero—he’s a “rewardist,” a man traveling across America in his truck and RV, helping families find missing loved ones. Each week brings a new case, a new town, and a new chance for Colter to show off his survival skills and unshakable moral code.
Unlike many serialized dramas, Tracker keeps things simple. You don’t need to know ten seasons of backstory to jump in. As showrunner Elwood Reid put it: “Stranger enters town. Someone’s in trouble. He helps. That’s it.” That clarity is exactly why fans keep coming back.
Justin Hartley at the Center
Hartley, best known for This Is Us, brings a mix of heart, grit, and charisma to Colter Shaw. Fans have compared him to Clint Eastwood’s classic drifters and even to James Garner’s Jim Rockford. Whether he’s tracking down kidnappers, infiltrating cults, or calculating the odds of survival, Hartley’s Colter always delivers with just the right balance of toughness and vulnerability.
The Buzz Around Season 3
With Season 3 premiering on October 19, anticipation is sky-high. The show is teasing deeper dives into Colter’s family history, more emotional stakes, and, of course, more pulse-pounding rescues. Some fan-favorite characters have moved on, but Tracker is leaning into its roots—stories about community, justice, and the lone hero we can all root for.
Fans Can’t Get Enough
On X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Reddit, fans are posting nonstop:
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“Let’s Gooo to Tracker!!!!!! Best show on TV aside from SVU!!!!”
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“Colter Shaw is the TV cowboy I didn’t know I needed.”
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“Justin Hartley could track me any day 👀🔥.”
Clearly, Tracker has tapped into something rare—a modern procedural that feels both nostalgic and fresh.
Why You Should Be Watching
If you haven’t hit play yet, Tracker is more than just a missing-persons drama. It’s about survival, morality, and human connection. Each case brings out the best—and sometimes worst—of people, but Colter’s unwavering drive to do the right thing makes the show a must-watch.
And if you’re already a fan? Then you know. Buckle up for Season 3—because Tracker isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
