Let’s get this out of the way first: Tracker is still an enjoyable watch. Justin Hartley continues to carry the show with charm, that just-scruffy-enough look, and Colter Shaw’s lone wolf appeal. But two seasons in, I can’t help but wonder… where is this all going?

One thing Tracker has never lacked is a steady rotation of great guest stars. But now, it’s starting to feel like “who can we throw in this week for some buzz?” Don’t get me wrong, I love a good surprise cameo, but when the guest stars become more memorable than the plots, it might be time to rethink the formula.

In true TV fashion, a few episodes this season danced right up to the edge of Supernatural territory, minus the actual monsters. We’ve had ambiguous aliens, an episode that could’ve involved magic (or not?), and Hartley sitting in a stranger’s living room like the Winter Soldier. I love weird TV moments, but these episodes left me questioning what genre Tracker is actually trying to be.

Let’s talk about Billie, the character herself is fine, but I didn’t love the “partner” angle last season, and I still don’t think it works. Honestly, I prefer Colter solo. He’s stronger, more interesting, and more mysterious when he’s out there on his own. The show already has enough going on with his brother, his past, and the ongoing mystery around his father’s death, do we really need a buddy cop dynamic (or worse, a romantic subplot)?

When the show leans into Colter’s skills as a tracker and a detective, it really works for me. His ability to connect the dots, gain favors, and think like a survivalist gives the show its edge. I also liked Keaton, he’s a solid addition with a no-nonsense, old-school vibe that balances nicely with Colter’s more intuitive methods.

Here’s my big issue: We still don’t have any real progress on the mystery around Colter’s father. The flashbacks, breadcrumbs, and vague references just aren’t cutting it anymore. Sure, we ended the season with a cliffhanger that teases more development on that front, but it’s been two seasons! 33 episodes! The case-of-the-week structure is fun, but it risks becoming repetitive without more momentum on the larger story arc.

Honestly, I’m ready to dive into Jeffery Deaver’s original books and novellas because I have a feeling I’ll get more answers there than waiting around for Season 3. Tracker is still a solid show, it has its charm, its surprises, and plenty of heart. But if it wants to keep its audience invested long-term, it needs to start connecting the dots between Colter’s present and his past a whole lot faster.

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