After months of long days and unpredictable locations, CBS’s hit drama Tracker has officially wrapped filming on its upcoming season. Fans are buzzing with excitement for Colter Shaw’s return, but for star Justin Hartley, the journe
“It Was Nonstop
Speaking about the production schedule, Hartley revealed just how intense the shoot became as the cast and crew raced to bring the new season to life. “We were working around the clock—sometimes 14, 15 hours a day,” he admitted. “There were nights where I’d wrap one location and be back on set just a few hours later. It was nonstop, but we all believed in what we were making.”
Filming took the team to rugged outdoor landscapes, bustling city settings, and even remote small towns. The variety of environments made the cases feel real, but it also meant frequent travel and demanding shoot schedules.
Balancing Action and Emotion
Hartley noted that this season pushed him physically more than ever. From chase scenes in rough terrain to emotionally charged confrontations, the actor often jumped straight from high-octane stunts into deeply personal dialogue. “The hardest part wasn’t the physical stuff—it was switching gears so quickly,” he explained. “Colter is solving these huge cases, but he’s also carrying a heavy personal story. That duality really tested me as an actor.”
The Cast and Crew’s Dedication
Despite the grueling schedule, Hartley praised his castmates and crew for their relentless dedication. “Everyone gave everything they had. You could feel how much people cared about telling these stories the right way,” he said. According to insiders, several crew members described the season as “the most ambitious” Tracker has attempted so far, with larger set pieces and more complex story arcs.
Why It Was Worth It
For Hartley, the exhaustion was worth it if it means fans are blown away when the show returns. “I think people are going to see just how much heart and sweat went into this season. It’s darker, it’s bigger, and it’s more personal than anything we’ve done before,” he teased.
With filming complete, the countdown begins for audiences to watch Colter Shaw return to the screen—this time in a season shaped not only by gripping mysteries, but also by the relentless work of a cast and crew determined to raise the bar.
