The third season of Tracker is wrapping up with a big family reunion. Justin Hartley returns as Colter Shaw, and he is bringing his brother along for the final case of the year. The episode will tie up several storylines involving the Shaw family’s troubled past while setting the stage for the already-confirmed fourth season.
The CBS drama expanded its third season to a series-high 22 episodes. The penultimate episode aired on May 17, 2026, setting up the intense finale. Here is everything you need to know about watching the final episode of the season.
‘The Best Ones’ Air Date and Start Time
Tracker Season 3 Episode 22, titled “The Best Ones,” airs on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The episode airs during the show’s regular time slot at 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on CBS. For viewers on the West Coast, it airs at 9:00 p.m. Pacific Time (PT) as well.
The finale runs for one hour, concluding the third season just before the summer break. CBS scheduled the finale alongside other popular shows ending their seasons, including Fire Country and the new series Marshals.
How to Stream the Finale Online
If you do not have traditional cable, you still have several options to watch the Shaw brothers in action. The episode will be available for live streaming on Paramount+.
The Paramount+ Premium plan (which costs $13.99/month) allows subscribers to watch the episode live as it airs on CBS. The Paramount+ Essential plan ($8.99/month) usually makes the episode available the day after it airs.
You can also watch CBS through live TV streaming services like Fubo TV, DirecTV, and SlingTV.
Jensen Ackles Returns as Russell Shaw
The biggest draw for the finale is the return of Jensen Ackles as Russell Shaw, Colter’s older brother. Ackles appears in “The Best Ones” after a brief appearance in the previous episode. His return was confirmed earlier this year, and fans of the show know that the Shaw brothers always bring high-stakes action when they are together.
Russell arrived in town earlier in Season 3 to help Colter deal with their father’s mysterious past. While Colter usually works alone, the finale requires him to rely on his brother.
“Colter and Russell search for a victim of a nefarious research project.” – Official CBS Logline for Season 3 Episode 22
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What to Expect in the Season 3 Finale
The episode picks up right after the events of Episode 21, “Chrono Stasis.” The brothers are hunting for a victim connected to a secret research project named Chrono Stasis. This project ties directly back to the secrets their father left behind.
The official preview images and summaries suggest that Russell gets seriously hurt during the mission. Colter will have to use every skill he has to save the victim and his brother before time runs out.
Elwood Reid and Travis Donnelly wrote the finale, while Ken Olin directed the episode. The creative team promises a conclusion that answers questions about the Shaw family while delivering the action the show is known for.
International Release Information
For global audiences, the release schedule depends on local broadcasters. In most regions outside the US, Tracker streams on services like Disney+ (through Star) or Amazon Prime Video (through Paramount+ channels).
- Canada: The episode airs on Global TV at the same time as CBS (9:00 p.m. ET)
- United Kingdom: Episodes usually arrive on Disney+ on Mondays, meaning the finale will likely be available on May 25, 2026
- Australia: Viewers on Channel 7 or 7Plus can generally catch the episode on Monday afternoons/evenings (May 25)
The Shaw Brothers’ Dynamic
Justin Hartley recently explained why Colter hesitates to call Russell for help, even when things go wrong. He described Russell’s approach as a “sledgehammer,” while Colter prefers a “scalpel.” This difference in personality creates friction between them, but the finale forces them to find a middle ground.
The relationship between the two has changed a lot since Season 1. Colter blamed Russell for their father’s death at the start of the series. That changed when Russell was cleared of any involvement. Now, they work together, though Colter still keeps his distance to protect his brother from danger.
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