In the opinion of many viewers, the second season of the CBS action drama “Tracker” failed to meet the high standards set by its first season, and the character Colter Shaw, played by Justin Hartley, didn’t fully embody his role as a skilled survivalist and tracker in later episodes. Previously, it was established that Colter is highly proficient in his line of work. While “Tracker” season 1 demonstrated Colter’s extensive skillset, some found that the protagonist failed to live up to expectations during the expanded episode count of season 2.
It’s great news that CBS has renewed Tracker for another season, providing an opportunity for Colter to demonstrate that our initial assessment of him from the first season was correct. Given his role, he ought to excel in his field. TV show characters are typically portrayed as being exceptionally skilled at what they do, or else the storyline loses its appeal. To avoid this pitfall with Tracker, it’s crucial that Colter performs well in season 3.
Colter Had To Rely On Luck Or Help In Many Of His Tracker Season 2 Cases
Colter’s Season 2 Performance Is Much Less Impressive Than Season 1’s
In contrast to his self-reliant detective work during Tracker season 1, Colter benefited significantly from assistance and good fortune when solving cases in season 2. For instance, Jensen Ackles’ character Russell stepped in to rescue Colter following his kidnapping in the second episode of Tracker season 2. This incident fostered a sibling bond between them and contributed to the unfolding Shaw family mystery. Nevertheless, it underscored moments where Colter required rescue instead of being the rescuer himself. Not long after, a ‘witch’ was needed to heal Colter after he was wounded by an arrow in his abdomen.
| Tracker Season 2 Cast | Character |
|---|---|
| Justin Hartley | Colter Shaw |
| Abby McEnany | Velma Bruin |
| Eric Graise | Bobby Exley |
| Fiona Rene | Reenie Greene |
| Jensen Ackles | Russell Shaw |
| Floriana Lima | Camille Picket |
| Sofia Pernas | Billie Matalon |
| Brent Sexton | Keaton |
| Chris Lee | Randy |
| Pej Vahdat | Leo Sharf |
In addition to Billie and Keaton, who frequently aided Colter throughout the episodes of Tracker’s second season, the show often saw instances where luck played a significant role. For example, in episode 10 titled “Nightingale,” Colter found himself in a precarious situation with a dangerous biker gang. Despite knowing their movements could be anticipated, he got extremely lucky and managed to avoid a potentially disastrous outcome when the criminals didn’t make a move prematurely (or literally speaking, didn’t fire their guns). All things considered, the substantial aid and luck Colter received in Tracker season 2 has cast doubt on his expert status as a rewardist, compared to how he appeared in season 1.
Tracker Season 3 Needs To Highlight Colter’s Unique Skills Again
Season 3 Should Look To Season 1 For Inspiration
In order for Tracker season 3 to regain its momentum, it is crucial to focus on improving Colter’s portrayal in his profession. While season 2 had various flaws that went beyond Colter’s errors, it is essential to rectify the way the show employs the main character’s expertise. Fortunately, the writers can draw inspiration from season 1 for guidance.
In the first season of Tracker, Colter frequently stepped back to get a broader perspective and utilize his tracking skills extensively to resolve cases and protect the innocent. However, in contrast, during season 2, he seldom developed plans and often resorted to improvising when taking on assignments. The main character of Tracker might need to adapt in season 3 if Colter is to revert back to his formidable self from season 1.
Tracker Is Only As Good As Colter Is
Justin Hartley Is The Show’s Lead
It’s clear that Colter shouldn’t and isn’t expected to embody a flawless character like Superman. Instead, he needs relatable flaws to make his fictional persona feel authentic and human, prone to errors. Regrettably, in season 2 of Tracker, Colter made too many mistakes that made him less engaging. As the series revolves around tracking, if Colter doesn’t excel at it, he loses appeal, which in turn diminishes the overall excitement of the show, making it seem duller.
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2025-06-01 19:08