Tracker

7.5
2024

Lone-wolf survivalist Colter Shaw roams the country as a “reward seeker,” using his expert tracking skills to help private citizens and law enforcement solve all manner of mysteries while contending with his own fractured family.

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Seasons

13 Episodes • Premiered 2024

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1. Klamath Falls

6.5

Colter investigates the disappearance of 14-year-old Gil Brown, who is suspected to have been taken by his birth dad with a criminal background, and finds himself in some trouble of his own, requiring help from legal mind Reenie Greene.

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2. Missoula

6.5

Colter tracks down a missing young man who has been pulled into a deadly cult and doesn't want to be found.

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3. Springland

6.8

As Colter helps a young woman locate her free-spirited sister, he digs deeper into how the sister's last days may lead to a dark secret she unearthed in this tight-knit town.

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4. Mt. Shasta

5.8

Colter races against the clock to find the missing teenage son of Reenie's close friend Erika.

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5. St. Louis

6.5

The odds are stacked against Colter as he is tasked by a convicted murderer's teenage daughter to track down a missing witness who could prove her dad's innocence.

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6. Lexington

6.4

Colter reluctantly teams up with his nemesis, fellow reward seeker Billie Matalon, to track down a missing racehorse.

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7. Chicago

5.8

Colter, Bobby and Reenie race against time to track down a talented MMA fighter who disappeared while trying to solve her family’s trouble with their visas.

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8. Camden

6.5

Colter tracks down a dockworker who went missing two weeks before his wedding following a confrontation with his past.

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9. Aurora

6.5

When a widower offers a reward to find his only daughter who disappeared three years ago and is presumed dead, Colter agrees to help track her down.

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10. Into the Wild

7.1

Colter journeys into the wilderness of Idaho to help track down the owner of an aerial outfitting company's missing adult children who were last seen in a plane that took off during bad weather with a mysterious client on board.

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11. Beyond the Campus Walls

7.0

When a grad student goes missing after a house party, his friends and family believe he buckled under the pressure of his research grant. But, after consulting with his sister Dr. Dory Shaw, a professor at the school, Colter uncovers a trail of explicit photos and messages that lead him to uncover a dangerous – and deadly – conspiracy on campus.

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12. Off the Books

6.8

Colter is forced to team up with his estranged brother, Russell, who enlists his help to track down a former army buddy who's gone missing after several weeks of paranoid behavior. The investigation takes the brothers into the world of Special Forces missions, shady off-the-books programs and conspiracy theories, all while they contend with their family's past.

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13. The Storm

6.9

Colter investigates the disappearance of two amateur storm chasers, one of whom is the daughter of an old family friend, that the local police have written off as an accidental drowning. Colter's expert tracking skills lead him to uncover the seedy underbelly of a small town resort.

Cast

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Justin Hartley

Colter Shaw

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Fiona Rene

Reenie Greene

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Reviews

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MovieGuys

6/10

Tracker see's a lone wolf style character, track people who have gone astray.

Influences of series like Reacher are evident, with a quiet independent, lone wolf, tough guy, who finds and rescues the misguided, lost and the vulnerable. That said, this series lead character is somewhat less selfless than Reacher, as the tracker extracts a finders fee, upon success.

What helps this series is the above average character development. The main character fits the dependable, tough guy stereotype but has enough personal charm and a past, with a measure of originality and complexity, to be genuinely interesting and intriguing.

Each episode offers a new tale and a back story that slowly unwinds as the series progresses. In and of themselves, the episodic stories could be better. They are not dreadful but they can at times, feel predictable and formulaic. A little more inspiration here, would be nice.

As you also might expect too, there's a dash of the usual woke twaddle but thankfully, its dialled down enough, to not be overly irritating.

In summary, a worthwhile action thriller series that offers decent character development, an interesting back story and competent episodic adventures, that draw on the "trackers", rather unique set of skills.

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TriceratopsAU

9/10

This is one of the few American network TV shows we're still watching. It can be hit-or-miss but overall it's pretty good.

The lead is a pretty talented actor and does a good job between understated comedy and being an 'action' star type guy. Randy was a great addition to the cast last year, and I read that some of the questionable actors are no longer with the show, which was just fine by me.

We're looking forward to Colter Shaw in Season 3.

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misubisu

9/10

## **Tracker (2024) Review: The Triumphant Return of the Self-Contained Story - 9/10**

In an era of serialised mysteries, universe-building, and spectacle-driven television, *Tracker* is a revelation. It is a refreshingly confident series that proves the most powerful special effect is a great story, well told. This show is a masterclass in classic, character-driven drama, earning a stellar 9/10 for its unwavering focus on human connection, integrity, and smart, grounded storytelling.

The format is its superpower. Each episode is a satisfying, self-contained mystery, following the enigmatic and deeply capable Colter Shaw as he travels the country to solve missing persons cases and locate valuable items using his unique skills in forensic deduction and wilderness survival. There are **no twists within twists to keep track of** for the sake of complexity; the narrative clarity is a virtue, not a weakness. Yet, the show is far from simplistic. A compelling **background story arc—** delving into Colter's own mysterious, survivalist family history—threads through the seasons, providing a rich layer of ongoing character motivation and depth.

The series’ heart lies in its people. **The character development is superb, creating characters you genuinely relate to.** Colter Shaw, portrayed with a perfect blend of stoic toughness and quiet vulnerability, is a standout protagonist. He is the archetypal capable loner, but the show wisely subverts the "invincible hero" trope. He is a **tough guy who is also vulnerable and gets his arse saved by others on occasion**, making him deeply human and his partnerships feel earned and necessary. The supporting cast, from law enforcement to the people he helps, are written and performed with similar nuance.

The **mostly believable storylines** strike an ideal balance, offering enough tension and **not too much aggression, but enough to carry the story** with genuine stakes and emotional weight. The show’s unique release model—with **seasons running across calendar years in a fluid, non-traditional pattern**—allows for a steady, consistent flow of high-quality episodes, making it a reliable and deeply satisfying weekly watch.

### The Verdict

**9/10 - A Modern Classic of Comfort and Craft**

*Tracker* is a rare gem: a smart, soulful, and expertly crafted series that trusts its audience to appreciate good old-fashioned storytelling. It forgoes cheap tricks for lasting substance, building a world and a hero that feel authentic and worth rooting for. It’s the perfect blend of comforting familiarity and fresh, intelligent execution. A must-watch for anyone who believes that the best stories are about people, not just plots.

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