CBS's Tracker returns for its midseason premiere with Season 3 Episode 10 on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 9 p.m., following episodes of the Yellowstone spinoff Y: Marshals. Showrunner Elwood Reid confirms that Justin Hartley's Colter Shaw survives the intense cliffhanger from the fall finale, where he and recurring guest star Brent Sexton's Keaton were left bleeding out after a car crash. Reid discusses upcoming storylines, potential guest star returns, and connections to Colter's family mythology in an exclusive TVLine interview.
Release Details
Tracker, broadcast TV's top-rated series starring Justin Hartley as rugged rewardist Colter Shaw, paused after its fall finale in December 2025. The midseason premiere, Season 3 Episode 10, airs Sunday, March 1, 2026, shifting to a new 9 p.m. ET/PT slot on CBS. This episode marks the start of the back half of a full 22-episode season, with 13 installments remaining.
Cliffhanger Aftermath
The fall finale left fans on edge as Colter and Keaton, pursuing a case, were shot and driven off the road. Reid assures viewers that Colter pulls himself from the wreckage but is in severe condition, becoming a wanted man suspected of involvement in related crimes. He requires backup from familiar allies to resolve the threat. Keaton's survival is ambiguous; Reid notes the character was initially scripted to die but hints at uncertainty, praising the bond formed between the characters in prior episodes.
Broader Season Arcs
This standalone case subtly ties into Colter's ongoing investigation into his father Ashton's death, exploring themes of paranoia, government PSYOPs, and university connections from Ashton's professor days. Recent revelations involve figures like David Pearson and neurologist Walt Fleming, both now deceased, deepening the mystery.
Reenie's personal struggles intensify, noticed by Randy and Mel, leading to a pivotal confrontation with Colter in Episode 16. Mel, dealing with her mother's unsolved murder, shares a growing connection with Colter, setting up future collaboration. A This Is Us Easter egg is confirmed with the name David Pearson.
Potential Returns
Reid is in talks for returns by Jensen Ackles (Russell), Melissa Roxburgh (Dory), Wendy Crewson (Mary), and Jennifer Morrison (Lizzie), though scheduling poses challenges. These appearances could reveal more about Colter's family past and the forces against them.
