Jensen Ackles Returns in Tracker Season 3 Premiere on CBS

Tracker, based on Jeffery Deaver's novel The Never Game, follows survivalist Colter Shaw, played by Justin Hartley, who helps find missing people across the country. Jensen Ackles reprises his role as Colter's brother Russell, with the show featuring several Easter eggs nodding to Ackles' previous role on Supernatural, including references to Dean Winchester's iconic Impala and the Roanoke Colony. Season 3, premiering on CBS on October 19, 2025, delves into Colter grappling with the truth about his father's death and the brothers' involvement in uncovering a sinister underground operation called "The Process." Ackles returns for the first two episodes, with the season blending weekly cases and a larger family-focused storyline. The new trailer shows intense action sequences and highlights the dynamic between the brothers, including a memorable bar fight scene. The show remains a strong performer on CBS, continuing to explore Colter's survivalist skills and complex family ties.