While Tracker feels like pure Hollywood adventure, the series draws inspiration from real-world practices and people. The character of Colter Shaw originates from Jeffrey Deaver’s bestselling novel The Never Game, where a reward-seeker uses his unique skills to find missing persons.
Showrunners took this concept and built a TV format that highlights America’s vast, diverse landscapes. Each episode unfolds in a different region—from rugged mountains to bustling cities—reflecting the unpredictable nature of Colter’s work. Real-life search-and-rescue techniques, survival tactics, and psychological profiling inform the show’s gripping cases.
By blending fact and fiction, Tracker delivers not just entertainment but a fascinating look at the ingenuity and courage required to bring the lost back home.
