CBS' thrilling procedural series Tracker has scored an early renewal for season 2, and there are already exciting updates about the sophomore season. Debuting in February 2024, Tracker concerns a lone-wolf survivalist named Colter Shaw (Justin Hartley) who uses his expert tracking skills to make a living by helping people recover lost items and find missing people. Based on the book The Never Game by Jeffery Deaver, Tracker has a sharp and fascinating edge that many procedurals lack, as well as an interesting lead character to build upon.

The critical reception to the fledgling series has been largely positive, with many praising the simple but effective approach to the procedural format that has thoroughly run its course (via procedurals that aren't cop shows prove to be consistently popular because they can use the case-per-week formula without getting bogged down in the repetitiveness of actual police and law proceedings. CBS saw something strong in the first few episodes of Tracker, and the show was quickly renewed for another case.

Tracker Season 2 Latest News

A New Cast Member s Season 2

With mere weeks to go until the show returns, the latest news confirms a new cast member has ed Tracker season 2. Supergirl alum Floriana Lima has been tapped to play the role of Camille Picket, a mysterious woman with a history of on-and-off love affairs with Colter. It's unclear the size of Lima's role, but she'll likely appear as a guest star with the potential for future returns.

Read CBS' full character description here:

“Haunted, attractive… Camille has been Colter’s off-and-on lover for at least the past 10 years. Camille’s sister went missing 10 years ago and her case was never solved — which brings up some trauma for both Camille and Colter on every anniversary of her disappearance, but also causes them to reconnect, at least for an evening.”

Tracker Season 2 Release Date

Season 2 Premieres In October

In an extreme vote of confidence in the young series, CBS opted to renew Tracker for a second season before the first batch of episodes even concluded. The network is keen to keep the show's success going into its sophomore season, and Tracker season 2 will resume its place as one of CBS' crown jewels when it premiers on Sunday, October 13, at 8pm.

Tracker season 1 concluded on May 19, 2024.

Tracker Season 2 Cast

Colter Shaw Is Back On The Case

As is the case with most procedurals, the cast of Tracker season 2 is going to look familiar with Justin Hartley returning as the rugged survival expert Colter Shaw. Besides a slew of ing characters who help to connect Shaw to his past, the series employs a wide range of guest stars in each episode as the eponymous tracker earns his rewards by helping those who need his services the most. At this juncture, it is impossible to guess who those guest stars could be.

It has been confirmed that two guest stars will return to reprise their roles in season 2, which suggests they are being promoted to recurring status going forward. Justin Hartley himself announced that Sofia Pernas will be back as Billie, while Jennifer Morrison will reprise her role as Lizzy in the sophomore outing. Hartley also teased more family drama in season 2, hinting that Jensen Ackles will be back as Colter's brother, Russell Shaw. The only departure thus far is that of Robin Weigert who appeared in season 1 as Teddi Bruin.

The expected returning cast of Tracker season 2 includes:

Tracker Season 2 Story

Season 2 Will Explore More Of Colter's Past

At this juncture, it is impossible to speculate on what exactly will happen in the new episodes of Tracker when season 2 does finally roll around. Though season 1 has hinted at Colter's past and explored why he opted for such a nomadic lifestyle, those questions will not be fully answered in just one season. Therefore, aside from the case-per-week format, season 2 of Tracker can be expected to shine more light on the mysterious Colter Shaw and his father.

Tracker Season 2 Trailer

Watch The Trailers Below

The official Instagram for Tracker shared the first teaser trailer for the second season in August 2024, and it doesn't reveal much about the episodes. Comprised of a series of disconnected clips, the trailer features Colter in various situations of danger and excitement as he earns his rewards. The teaser also doesn't offer any clues about how the second season will advance Colter's backstory.

As the October return of Tracker gets closer and closer, CBS has released a full trailer for the sophomore season. The teaser introduces Colter as he is once again running up against law enforcement who don't want him around. He is then seen on various cases, including one that seemingly sees him square off against a UFO. Though specific details are kept secret, Colter will also reunite with his brother.