Jensen Ackles is officially returning to Tracker, and fans now know exactly when they can expect to see him back on screen. CBS has confirmed the Supernatural star’s return as Russell Shaw in Season 4, revealing the specific episode that will feature his next appearance.
According to the announcement, Ackles will return in Season 4, Episode 5, airing November 1. CBS also shared the first photo of the actor from the upcoming season, giving fans an early look at his return.
Ackles plays Russell Shaw, the older brother of Justin Hartley’s Colter Shaw. Although his appearances have been limited across the show’s first three seasons, his character has become one of the reasons viewers keep watching for unexpected reunions between the brothers.
Jensen Ackles Has More Than One Major TV Role Ahead
While Ackles remains a fan favorite for his role as Soldier Boy in The Boys, the actor has several projects shaping his television future.
He first appeared as Soldier Boy in Season 3 of the Prime Video series, took a break during Season 4, and returned in a recurring role for Season 5. His involvement with the character is also set to continue in Vought Rising, the upcoming spin-off confirmed for Prime Video in 2027.
Set during World War II, Vought Rising will explore an earlier period in the history of Vought, as the corporation rises to power with the help of young supes. Specific plot details remain under wraps.
Ackles also previously led Countdown, another Prime Video series that was canceled after one season. With that show no longer continuing, Tracker and Vought Rising remain among his key television projects.
‘Tracker’ Is Coming to Netflix in 2027
There is more news for Tracker fans: the CBS hit is also set to arrive on Netflix.
Following a deal between CBS and Netflix, the series is expected to begin streaming on the platform in February 2027. Until then, viewers can continue watching new episodes on CBS, with episodes available on Paramount+ the day after their television broadcast, according to the source.
For fans eager to see Ackles back as Russell Shaw, the wait is much shorter than the Netflix arrival date suggests. His confirmed November 1 appearance gives viewers a specific episode to look forward to, while Vought Rising promises another opportunity to see the actor in a major role in 2027.
New episodes of Tracker air weekly on CBS.