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Justin Hartley’s Tracker is shaking up its roster tonight, March 29. Chris Lee just earned series regular status for season 4. Episode 14 premieres at 9 PM ET on CBS.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Episode Title: “The Field Trip” airs this Sunday on CBS at 9 PM ET/PT
- Chris Lee Promotion: Actor playing Randy gets full series regular status starting season 4
- Casting Changes: Abby McEnany and Eric Graise exited before season 3 began in October 2025
- Guest Stars Tonight: Elyse Levesque, Luvia Peterson, and Jon Beavers from Paradise join the cast
Tracker’s Biggest Promotion Since Season Premiere
Chris Lee has officially been promoted to series regular status for Tracker season 4, as announced this week by CBS. Playing Colter Shaw’s trusted tech expert Randy, Lee has become an integral part of the case-solving team alongside Justin Hartley. This major casting change reflects his growing importance to the show’s storytelling in season 3’s final stretch.
The promotion comes after the series has already navigated through significant roster adjustments. Abby McEnany and Eric Graise departed the main cast before season 3 kicked off in October 2025, marking the most substantial character exits since the show’s beginning.
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Tonight’s Episode Brings Fresh Guest Star Energy
“The Field Trip” episode features a compelling case set in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Colter must help a desperate father locate his missing son who vanished during a school aquarium outing. According to the official synopsis, navigating the father’s emotional chaos becomes key to solving the mystery.
Elyse Levesque, known for Stargate Universe and Smallville (reuniting with Hartley), guest stars as Sara. Luvia Peterson plays Detective Monroe, while Jon Beavers from Paradise rounds out the guest cast as James. The episode airs at 9 PM ET on CBS.
Season 3 Casting Evolution Reshapes Team Dynamics
| Cast Member | Character | Status Change |
| Justin Hartley | Colter Shaw | Series Lead, returning S4 |
| Chris Lee | Randy | Promoted to series regular S4 |
| Fiona Rene | Reenie | Returning S3 and beyond |
| Abby McEnany | Devereaux | Departed before S3 |
| Eric Graise | Teddy | Departed before S3 |
Why This Promotion Matters for Tracker’s Future
Series regular status guarantees Chris Lee’s appearance in most season 4 episodes, cementing Randy as a foundational member of Colter’s problem-solving circle. His chemistry with Hartley and the team has resonated with viewers, making this promotion organic rather than surprising. The move signals CBS and producers’ confidence in expanding his character’s arc.
Tracker continues to prove itself as a hit with season 4 renewal already confirmed earlier in 2026. The show’s willingness to evolve its ensemble cast demonstrates smart storytelling choices aligned with audience engagement.
What Should You Expect from Tonight’s Premiere?
Tune in at 9 PM ET on CBS this Sunday for a high-stakes episode featuring top guest talent and Colter’s most challenging emotional case yet. Paramount+ subscribers can stream all season 3 episodes on demand. The season finale hits screens May 17, 2026, with 21 total episodes planned for this year’s run.
Will Randy have his breakthrough moment tonight before his promotion to series regular? Fans will need to tune in and find out what secrets unfold at the aquarium field trip.
Sources
- Deadline – Chris Lee promotion to series regular confirmed March 27, 2026
- Decider – Complete cast and guest star details for Tracker Season 3 Episode 14
- Parade Magazine – Official episode synopsis and character breakdown for The Field Trip
