Tracker – Renewed for Season 3. Tracker was renewed for another season!
Tracker is actually CBS’ most popular drama series, so it really is no surprise to see the Sunday night hit on this list. Justin Hartley returns as Colter Shaw, a trusted lone-wolf survivalist who, driven by the troubles of his past, uses his instincts to find the missing and collect rewards. Supported by lawyer Reenie Green (Fiona Rene) and tech expert Bobby Exley (Eric Graise), Colter will stop at nothing to get the job done. The show returns on Sunday (October 19).
NCIS: Sydney – Renewed for Season 3!
NCIS: Sydney is returning for another season! NCIS: Sydney‘s second season kicked off in January. With rising international tensions in the Indo-Pacific, a brilliant and eclectic team of U.S. NCIS agents and the Australian Federal Police (AFP) are grafted into a multinational taskforce to keep naval crimes in check in the most contested patch of ocean on the planet. Led by NCIS Special Agent Michelle Mackey and her 2IC AFP counterpart, Sergeant Jim “JD” Dempsey, our team of Americans and Aussies must quickly learn to trust each other, overcoming and harnessing their differences to solve each case.
Though jurisdictional tussles and culture clashes make for a rocky start, Mackey will eventually come to respect JD’s nose for the truth, as he does her maverick style. Meanwhile, sassy AFP Constable Evie Cooper and endlessly curious Special Agent DeShawn Jackson form a fast friendship, while curmudgeonly forensic pathologist Doctor Roy Penrose meets his match in the brilliant young forensic scientist Bluebird “Blue” Gleeson. Together, our team becomes NCIS’ first ever internationally blended family. The new season debuts on Tuesday (October 14).
The television landscape is constantly shifting, and CBS just dropped a bombshell lineup update for 2025. With eight shows canceled, a renewal for one of its biggest breakout hits, and confirmation that a beloved series will officially wrap up in 2026, fans are buzzing with mixed emotions.
If you’ve been wondering which of your favorite shows survived and which ones didn’t make the cut, we’ve got the full rundown. Let’s break down CBS’s cancellation and renewal decisions for 2025 and what they mean for viewers moving forward.
CBS Renewal and Cancellation 2025: A Quick Overview
CBS made some bold moves this year. While canceling eight shows may sting for fans, the network is doubling down on strong performers like Tracker, and strategically planning for a major finale in 2026.
Here’s what went down:
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8 TV Shows Canceled
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“Tracker” Renewed After Record-Breaking Ratings
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1 Popular Series Confirmed to End in 2026
Why Did CBS Cancel 8 TV Shows in 2025?
Cancellation isn’t always about quality—it’s about numbers, strategy, and long-term goals. CBS has been realigning its primetime schedule to compete with streaming giants and keep ad revenue strong.
Factors Behind the Cancellation Decisions
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Declining ratings: Some series couldn’t maintain steady viewership.
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High production costs: Big budgets with low returns are a no-go for networks.
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Creative direction: Certain stories had naturally run their course.
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Competition from streaming: CBS wants to make room for fresh content with broader appeal.
The 8 CBS TV Shows That Were Canceled in 2025
CBS hasn’t been shy about pulling the plug on underperformers. While the exact titles may surprise you, most cancellations had been rumored for months.
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Tracker Renewed: CBS’s Ratings Powerhouse
While some shows didn’t survive, CBS wasn’t about to let go of one of its crown jewels—Tracker.
Why Tracker Survived the Cut
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Strong debut season: Tracker launched as one of CBS’s most-watched new dramas.
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Consistent ratings: The show outperformed expectations in key demographics.
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Star power: The cast and storyline keep audiences hooked week after week.
CBS is banking on Tracker to anchor its drama lineup, ensuring loyal viewers have a reason to stick around.
The One CBS Show Ending in 2026
Amid all the cancellations and renewals, CBS also confirmed that one beloved show will end in 2026. Unlike abrupt cancellations, this gives fans time to prepare and allows the writers to craft a satisfying conclusion.
Why Announce the Ending Early?
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To give closure to fans and cast.
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To build hype for the final season.
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To potentially spin off storylines into new series.
This calculated move shows CBS is planning long-term, balancing nostalgia with fresh opportunities.
Impact on Fans and the Television Landscape
Fans are understandably emotional. Losing eight shows at once feels like a gut punch, but renewals like Tracker soften the blow.
From an industry perspective, CBS is doing what networks must—cutting what doesn’t work and investing in what does.
CBS Strategy Moving Into 2026
CBS’s moves hint at a larger strategy:
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Fewer but stronger shows
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Investment in breakout hits
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Planned endings instead of sudden cancellations
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Competing directly with streaming platforms
By announcing cancellations and renewals together, CBS keeps viewers informed and engaged while reshaping its brand for the future.
Conclusion
CBS’s 2025 cancellation and renewal recap brought both heartbreak and relief. Eight shows are gone, Tracker is charging ahead, and one long-running series is preparing for a 2026 farewell.
While change is never easy, CBS is clearly reshaping its lineup to stay relevant in an era dominated by streaming. Fans may have lost some favorites, but there’s plenty to look forward to in the seasons ahead.
