After an agonizing five-month hiatus, Tracker is nearly back(er) with new episodes, and fans of the hit CBS survivalist drama won’t want to miss Colter Shaw’s (Justin Hartley) triumphant return to screen.

For those who need a reminder, Tracker‘s Season 2 finale ended with several shocking revelations surrounding Colter’s late father’s death, and ended with quite the cliffhanger involving Colter’s mom. So Season 3 is kicking things off with a two-part premiere that dives deeper into the truth and sees the return of his brother, Russel Shaw, played by fan-favorite guest star Jensen Ackles.

The official CBS synopsis for Tracker‘s Season 3 premiere, “The Process,” written by Elwood Reid and directed by Ken Olin, is as follows: “As Colter grapples with the shocking truth surrounding his father’s death, Russell joins forces with his brother to help track down the missing wife and daughter of one of Reenie’s clients. Their reunion finds them mixed up in a chain of events involving a sinister underground operation known as ‘The Process.’”

So when does Tracker return with new episodes? Is Tracker on tonight, Sunday, October 12? When is Tracker‘s Season 3 premiere day? What time is Tracker on? And how can you watch Tracker live on CBS and online? We’ve got answers!

Is Tracker New Tonight (October 12)?

Nope. CBS is re-airing a Season 2 episode of Tracker tonight. If you tune in from 10:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. ET you can watch Tracker Season 2, Episode 20, “Echo Ridge,” aka the Season 2 finale.

Has Tracker Been Renewed For Season 3?

You bet! As noted above, CBS renewed Tracker for a third season back on February 20, 2025, and the series is returning soon with new episodes.

How Many Episodes Will There Be of Tracker Season 3?

There were 13 episodes in Tracker Season 1, and Tracker Season 2 featured 20 episodes. But we’re excited to report that Tracker Season 3 will consist of a series-high 22 episodes.

When Does Tracker Season 3 Premiere on CBS?

So when does Tracker return with new episodes? Tracker Season 3 premieres Sunday, October 19 on CBS. (Part 1 of the two-part third season premiere, that is.)

What Time Is Tracker Season 3, Episode 1 On CBS?

Since Tracker‘s sophomore season wrapped, premiere times for re-runs have varied, but Tracker‘s Season 3 premiere is set to air from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET on CBS.

Is There A Tracker Season 3 Trailer?

Yes! Check out the Tracker Season 3 trailer at the top of this article for a first look at the exciting adventures Colter and his crew will have in this new batch of episodes.

How To Watch Tracker Live On CBS And Online:

Want to watch a rerun of Tracker‘s Season 2 finale and the eventual Season 3 premiere live on CBS? If you have a cable subscription that includes CBS, 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 CBS episodes live on CBS, CBS.com, or by using the CBS app. No cable? No worries! There are other live viewing options, including fuboTV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV, or YouTube TV, which offer access to CBS without cable.

Where To Watch Tracker Online: Paramount+ Streaming Info

Curious if Tracker Season 1, Season 2, and new Season 3 episodes are streaming on Paramount+? You bet!

Paramount+ offers two subscription plans. The ad-supported Essential plan costs $7.99/month, while the ad-free Premium plan (which comes with Showtime and live CBS) costs $12.99/month. New subscribers can take advantage of a seven-day free trial.

Is Tracker On Hulu?

If you’re hoping to stream new episodes of Tracker Season 3 on Hulu the day after they air on CBS, you’re out of luck. However, if you want to catch up on Tracker Season 1 and Season 2, all 33 episodes are available to stream on the platform. Here’s how!

If you’re new to Hulu, you can get started with a 30-day free trial on the streamer’s basic (with ads) plan. After the trial period, you’ll pay $9.99/month. If you want to upgrade to Hulu ad-free, it costs $18.99/month.

If you want to stream even more and save a few bucks a month while you’re at it, we recommend subscribing to one of the Disney+ Bundles, all of which include Hulu. These bundles start at $10.99/month for ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu and goes up to $29.99/month for Disney+, Hulu, and Max, all ad-free.

Stay tuned for more Tracker Season 3 coverage from Decider.