It’s been far too long since Tracker fans tuned into CBS on a Sunday night and watched a new episode of Justin Hartley’s hit survivalist drama.
Tracker Season 2, Episode 20, which also serves as the Season 2 finale, aired on May 11. In this episode, Colter, portrayed by Hartley, pays a visit to his mother, Mary Dove Shaw, played by Wendy Crewson. During the visit, new revelations surface regarding the tragic death of Colter’s father, Ashton Shaw, portrayed by Lee Tergesen. Viewers were shocked to discover that Colter’s mother actually sought help from the man responsible for his father’s death that fateful night.
Hartley, in a recent interview with Variety, mentioned that the upcoming episodes of Tracker will delve into the details surrounding the cliffhanger of Season 2. He expressed his curiosity about his mother’s motives for hiring the assailant. Questions arise such as whether she was trying to protect her children, if there was an extramarital affair involved, government interference, or if it was solely her decision. The mystery deepens as to why she kept this information hidden for so long, leading Colter to falsely believe that his brother was somehow implicated. It appears that his mother’s actions were driven by a divisive strategy, indicating a complex psychological state that will be further explored in the upcoming storyline.
Devoted fans of the show are eager for answers and are left pondering when Tracker will make its return with new episodes. The burning question of the show’s renewal for a Season 3 lingers in the minds of viewers. Many are curious about the number of episodes anticipated in Tracker Season 2 and if CBS has officially confirmed a new season. Stay tuned for updates on the return date of Tracker as we continue to uncover the unfolding drama of the Shaw family.
Here’s everything to know about the future of Tracker on CBS, Tracker‘s Season 3 premiere date, how to watch Tracker online, and more.
Technically, yes! Tracker is on tonight, Sunday, June 29, 2025. But there’s no new episode premiering. Instead, CBS will be re-airing Tracker Season 2, Episode 13, “Neptune,” from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET.
For those who need a refresher, here’s Episode 213’s synopsis: “Colter travels to New York City to find a woman who vanished in the dressing room of an upscale clothing store.”
While there were only 13 episodes in Tracker Season 1, Tracker Season 2 consisted of 20 episodes, which means that Season 2, Episode 20, “Echo Ridge,” which aired on Sunday, May 11, was the sophomore season finale.
You bet! On February 20, 2025, CBS renewed the popular survivalist drama for Season 3, which means Tracker is set to return with new episodes in the future. Back in February, CBS reported that Tracker hit over 18 million multiplatform viewers, a four percent increase from the previous year. And on May 7, 2025, CBS claimed another big win when Tracker took the top spot in the network’s 2024-2025 season, averaging 17.5 million broadcast and streaming viewers per episode, according to a 35-day Nielsen streaming report. It’s clear why CBS was eager to renew the hit series! But when will Tracker return?
As Sunday, June 29, an official Tracker Season 3 premiere date had yet to be announced, but CBS did confirm the series will return during the 2026-2027 broadcast season. For a better idea of when Tracker could be back, let’s look at its prior release schedule.
Season 1 aired from February to May 2024, but was only 13 episodes. And Tracker‘s 20-episode Season 2 aired from October 2024 to May 2025. Considering the sophomore season’s success, CBS may want to opt for another fall premiere date.
If you’re looking for a refresher on Tracker Season 2, Episode 20, Decider’s got you covered! You can check out our Tracker Season 2 finale recap here. Want to rewatch the Season 2 finale or start watching from the start? Here’s how to stream Tracker.
Want to watch reruns of Tracker live on CBS? Or prepping to watch new Season 3 episodes live when the series returns? If you have a cable subscription that includes the network, you can watch Tracker live by setting your TV to the proper channel a few minutes before an episode airs.
You can also use your cable username and password to watch live CBS episodes live on CBS, CBS.com, or by using the CBS app. If your cable package includes a DVR, you can always record live episodes for later viewing, too. Don’t have cable? Don’t worry! There are other live viewing options, including fuboTV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV, or YouTube TV, which offer access to CBS without cable.
If you’re looking to rewatch Tracker Season 1 or catch up on Season 2 episodes, you may be wondering if the series is streaming on Paramount+. The answer is yes! All Season 1 and Season 2 episodes are currently streaming on Paramount+. When the series returns, new episodes will also be available to stream live on Paramount+ with Showtime and next day for Paramount+ Essential subscribers.
If you’re hoping to stream Tracker Season 2 on Hulu, you’re currently out of luck. While Season 1 was added to Hulu back in October 2024 (five months after the Season 1 finale premiered), unfortunately Season 2 episodes have yet to be added. The sophomore season will likely be added to the platform in the future, but for now, head to Paramount+, CBS, or one of the other streaming methods listed above.
Tracker Season 1 and Season 2 are now streaming on Paramount+.
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