Tracker Season 1 Episode 13 cast and characters: Here's who brought the CBS action drama to life 

Tracker Season 1 ( Image via YouTube / Cinemax )
Tracker Season 1 (Image via CBS)

At first glance, Tracker season 1 comes to an end with a case that seems very easy to handle! The very first scene of the season closure, Episode 13, opens up with two storm-chasing amateurs disappearing in Sandy Point, Oregon, under the most dangerous weather. What looks to be a mishap of the worst kind soon turns out to be something more sinister as Colter Shaw, the main character, starts to unravel the threads that others are not interested in.

The season finale (episode 13) moves from conventional crime investigation to a more sinister realm. Though heavy rains and winds are the main elements in the backdrop, murder, corruption, and long-hidden scandals are the main themes of a small coastal town. The performers enable the transition actually taking place in the finale, whereby the case is cracked open along with an important part of Colter’s personal past.


Justin Hartley plays the main character, Colter Shaw, in the series Tracker

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Justin Hartley plays the leading role, Colter Shaw, a survivalist who looks for missing people for the sake of reward money. In Episode 13, Shaw investigates the case of Katie Hawking and Dylan, two storm-chasing amateurs last spotted near the coast during a heavy storm.

The local cops think that the duo has drowned, though Colter quickly finds the inconsistencies in the evidence. His sleuthing reveals the involvement of foul play and the connection to the illicit activities that are going on underneath the surface of Sandy Point.

Hartley depicts Colter as disciplined and tireless, letting the character’s doubt and meticulousness take the lead in the story. It is in Tracker Season 1 Episode 13 that Colter’s denial of simple answers becomes the decisive factor in unveiling the truth.


Jennifer Morrison as Lizzy Hawking

Tracker episode 13 witnesses Jennifer Morrison's special appearance as Lizzy Hawking, a close friend of Colter Shaw's family. Furthermore, Lizzy's daughter, Katie Hawking, is one of the storm chasers who went missing; the case becomes very personal for both characters.

Lizzy's character is not limited to that of a concerned mother. Throughout the episode, she discloses to Colter the important details of his family tree, like a love affair in the past between Colter's father and Lizzy's mother.

This shocking piece of information adds to the emotional impact of the finale and, at the same time, reshapes Colter's perception of his past. Morrison's acting keeps Lizzy down-to-earth, conservative, and unfeeling, thus allowing the confession to reveal its significance without being overdramatized.


Jenna Burgess as Katie Hawking

Jenna Burgess pops in as Katie Hawking, one of the two storm chasers who went missing, and hence the focus of Tracker Season 1 Episode 13. The investigation is set off by Katie's absence, and through Lizzy Hawking, the case is made to directly link Colter's personal life.

Despite Katie being absent for a great part of the episode, her actions, movements, and final communications are the main clues to solving the mystery of what happened. Indeed, her part in the mystery and its eventual resolution is indispensable.


Robin Weigert as Teddi Bruin

Robin Weigert is once again seen portraying Teddi Bruin, Colter's former handler and operational coordinator. In Tracker episode 13, Teddi is involved in the investigation remotely and is thereby assisting in evaluating the information while the case transforms from an accident to a criminal inquiry.

As far as Teddi's character is concerned, there is no change from her role throughout the season. She brings in her expertise and lays down the framework, very often challenging the status quo and inviting Colter to back his conclusions with proof. The actress Weigert endows Teddi with a quality of being trustworthy, but without stealing the attention from the case itself.


Abby McEnany as Velma Bruin

Abby McEnany plays Velma Bruin, Teddi’s spouse and research expert. At the end of Tracker season, Velma’s help is needed in doing an analysis on data concerning locations, communications, and the storm chasers' disappearance timeline.

Velma's work is crucial in revealing the connections linking the deceased, the resort region, and people with possible motives. It is her part that brings to light the detective work that is done behind the scenes, supporting Colter's decisions in the field.


Eric Graise as Bobby Exley

Eric Graise is the technology expert of the team and plays Bobby Exley. In season 1 episode 13 of Tracker, Bobby works with tracing data, communication, and background research that is helpful to Colter in piecing together the story of Katie and Dylan’s fate.

Bobby's participation makes it clear how cooperative and collective the process of Colter’s work is, especially when the investigation that had been focused on environmental hazards moves on to crime.


Fiona Rene as Reenie Greene

Fiona Rene is back in the show as Reenie Greene, a lawyer and a trusted friend. In Episode 13 of Tracker, Reenie is adamant in giving legal advice as the investigation gets to the witness point of murder rather than an accident.

Rene's character enhances the implications of Colter’s move; he is always trying to push the limit of what is allowed by the authorities. Reenie is still being cautious and level-headed, aligning with the way she has been throughout the entire season.


Tracker Episode 13: The antagonists and supporting characters

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The criminal situation has been revealed thanks to several supporting characters going on stage to play key roles:

  • Lachlan Quarmby as Bo Sampson
  • Simon Arblaster as Xavier Sampson
  • Todd Thomson as Sheriff Woods
  • Jason Diaz as Deputy Kelman
  • Michelle Creber as Rachel

The Sampson brothers' right to the local resort's illegal dealings is assisted by Sheriff Woods’ contributions, which lead to inquiries into possible corrupt and negligent practices. The case also reveals connections with the previous case of Haley Thomas’s disappearance, hence a larger scale of criminal activity in Sandy Point.


Plot Overview: Murder beneath the storm

The storm in Tracker Season 1 Episode 13 acts as a shield that hides the true nature of the crime. The authorities conclude that Katie Hawking and Dylan drowned while they were trying to catch the storm, but Colter's probe comes up with evidence that points to murder.

Colter, who is on the case, not only finds such a network within town but also brings people to light who were waiting for the storm to cover their deeds. The episode gradually changes its focus from survival due to environmental hindrance to the discovery of corruption, thus reinforcing the procedural aspect of Tracker.


Season finale significance in Tracker

The Storm, as the season 1 finale of Tracker, has great significance from the standpoint of both the central mystery and the personal story of Colter Shaw. The disclosure of Lizzy Hawking regarding Colter's father adds an emotional layer to the previous episodes and the planet-wide plot of the series.

Tracker, instead of ending on a cliffhanger, goes through the first season by revealing more about the characters’ motives, the relationships between them, and the past that remains unresolved. With its emphasis on character development, the finale provides a perfect balance between the resolution of the case and the show’s overall grounded approach.


The finale of Tracker season 1 episode 13 also brings the characters and the cast to the foreground through its investigation-based plotline, consequences, and personal revelations. The cast lends its support to the episode's shifts from presumed accident to confirmed murder without any exaggeration, thus enabling the controlled and realistic tone.

'The Storm,' by faithfully depicting the storm chaser case, criminal conspiracy, and family secrets, serves as an excellent wrap-up of the first Season of Tracker, finally solving the immediate mystery but at the same time broadening the emotional foundation of the series for the future.


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Edited by Amey Mirashi