What Is The Traitors?
The Traitors UK is a reality TV competition on BBC One that involves 22 players, some of which are playing as traitors, the others as faithfuls. It is the traitor’s job to ‘murder’ their fellow faithfuls as they aim to keep their identity hidden. Those playing as faithful must work together to get out who they believe to be a traitor. If they succeed the grand prize will be theirs, however, if any traitors remain at the end of the game the money will be theirs.
It takes place in the grounds of a historic Scottish castle giving the show a dramatic, intense and creepy vibe. It is hosted by Claudia Winkleman who truly brings The Traitors to life with her signature outfits, dramatic narration and just how obsessed she is with the show!
As the contestants battle it out at the round table with traitors in plain sight, this show is sure to grip you from the outset. With challenging missions, shields up for grabs, accusations, theories, ‘murders’ and a whole lot of deception – it is a show you do not want to miss. You can join in on the experience throughout by playing our Bingo game each week! With the ability to customise the card yourself or with our weekly updates, it’s a sure way to immerse yourself into the world of The Traitors.
When and Where to Watch
The BBC has officially renewed The Traitors for another civilian series, but the premiere date has not yet been announced. Filming is expected to take place in Scotland again, and Claudia Winkleman will return as host.
A new series of the companion show, Traitors Uncloaked, is also confirmed to return on BBC Two, with Ed Gamble continuing to host.
To add an extra layer of fun to your viewing, try playing our Traitors Bingo Card each week – perfect for spotting classic betrayals, dramatic reveals, and Claudia’s iconic one‑liners.
The 2026 season summary
The new series of The Traitors exploded into action on New Year’s Day as 22 contestants entered Ardross Castle – and the betrayals began immediately. Within days, four players had already fallen: Netty became the season’s first murder victim; Judy was banished in a twist that devastated her secretly‑playing daughter Roxy; ex‑forces veteran Ben was murdered in a shocking early strike; and Hugo, whose dramatic reaction to Ben’s death raised suspicions, became the first Traitor banished by the Faithful.
Chaos defined the early game. With Hugo gone, Traitors Stephen and Rachel pushed forward, pulling off a high‑risk mission in episode three by marking nine potential victims on the castle’s family‑tree mural in full view of the Faithful. Their success unlocked a clandestine reward: a meeting with the mysterious Secret Traitor, whose identity had been hidden from both players and viewers.
The reveal changed everything. The Secret Traitor was Fiona, a Swansea local‑government officer who had been quietly shaping murder shortlists from the shadows. Her arrival in the conclave immediately shifted the balance of power – and sowed the seeds of internal conflict.
That tension soon erupted. A fierce confrontation between Fiona and Rachel triggered the season’s first Traitor‑vs‑Traitor showdown. The fallout was brutal: Reece was murdered, and Fiona herself was banished at the roundtable after a heated clash that exposed her double‑game. Her unmasking sent shockwaves through the castle and left the remaining Traitors scrambling to regain control.
From there, the game only grew more volatile. Faithful alliances fractured, suspicions ricocheted from player to player, and several banishments – including James via the infamous empty‑chest twist – reshaped the mid‑game. Meanwhile, Stephen and Rachel tightened their grip, eliminating threats while keeping the Faithful divided.
By the finale, the Traitors’ strategy paid off. Jade, Faraaz and Jack were banished in rapid succession, clearing the path for Rachel and Stephen to win as a Traitor duo, splitting the prize pot and becoming one of the most dominant endgames the UK series has seen.
2026 WINNERS
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Rachel (42, head of communications, County Down): Nicknamed “Monica from Friends”; will do anything to win. Took online classes on micro-expressions; wants a trip with her mum (who has dementia) and kids.
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Stephen (32, cyber security consultant, London): Fit and mission-ready; thinks Scottish accent helps people warm to him. Uses linguistics to spot shifts in wording; wants to help parents and get on the property ladder.
Banished
- Hugo (51, barrister, Cardiff-born Londoner): Obsessed superfan (watched UK/US/Aus/NZ); fascinated by how wrong people get it at the Round Table. Would donate to Amnesty International.
- Amanda (57, retired police detective, Brighton): Uses interrogation/sleuthing skills to “put the pieces together”; calm under pressure. Would donate to pulmonary hypertension causes and take family on holiday.
- Ross (37, sales exec & personal trainer, London): Says he can mix lies with truth; sporty background + “lucky” streak. Would further formalise PT career via sports/nutrition education.
- Adam (34, builder, Essex): Outspoken with “no filter”; studied body language so he can spot liars (and hide his own). Would take family to Florida and save the rest.
- Ellie (33, psychologist): Plans to analyse everyone’s motivations but hide her job to avoid assumptions. Would put winnings towards her first London flat.
- Faraaz (22, internal auditor, Middlesborough): Superfan; intends to stay measured early and keep cards close. Would fund a religious pilgrimage (Umrah/Hajj) and maybe a new car.
- Fiona (62, local government officer, Swansea): Thinks people warm to her because she’s trustworthy. Would boost her pension and support dementia carers.
- Harriet (52, bestselling crime writer & former barrister, London): Loves the “plotting” element; will play down career and lean into “mum/housewife” vibe. Would donate to breast cancer research.
- Jack (29, personal trainer, Essex): Will play into being underestimated as the “PT from Essex.” Wants a property deposit and a garden gym studio.
- Jade (25, PhD student, West Midlands): Will downplay academics (say she’s a Master’s student) to avoid attention. Wants to buy a house and settle.
- James (38, gardener, Weymouth): “Geeky vibes”; big poker player who claims he can read people but won’t advertise it. Would spend on a family holiday and camper van.
- Matthew (35, creative director, Northern Irish, based in Edinburgh): Admits he becomes “brutal” in games and is highly competitive. Wants a Highlands cottage and wedding plans with his partner.
- Sam (34, account manager, North Yorkshire): Big fan; constantly wary because even backstories can be lies. Wants winnings to ease pressure of starting a family (childcare costs)
Murdered
- Netty (42, nursery teacher, Glasgow): Joined to have fun and “get a bit of herself back”; excited for missions though some are harder due to a limb difference. Would travel with her 7-year-old daughter.
- Judy (60, child liaison officer, Doncaster): Nurturing, upbeat, “always jolly”; wants everyone together in a big holiday villa. Secretly Roxy’s mum
- Ben (66, ex-forces, Hampshire): Ultra-competitive (“I’m the only person allowed to win”); bringing military mindset. Would learn to fly and give his wife the honeymoon she missed.
- Maz (59, civil servant, Preston): Loves the missions; keeps fit (football twice a week). Prize money would go on his big family (kids + grandkids).
- Jessie (28, hairstylist, Hull): Thinks people underestimate her (orange hair/stammer) but says she can be brutal; used to “little lies” with clients. Wants to pay off mum’s house and invest in her business.
- Reece (27, sweet shop assistant, Sheffield): Not shy about being cutthroat; confident in physical missions. Would donate to Macmillan and put money towards a house.
- Roxy (32, recruiter, Amsterdam-based): Says early life taught her to adapt and figure out who to trust. Wants a big family trip and to start a family with her boyfriend; secretly Judy’s daughter.
How To Use The Traitors Bingo Cards
The Traitors bingo card can be played solo (4×4 grid size) or in a group (3×3 grid size, or add more items)
- Tap to start creating a set of cards to play as a group.
- If you like you can add some more items at the bottom of the list in the “Enter words/emojis or numbers” box and/or change the background image, colours or grid size before using the Generate Bingo Cards button.
- You’ll then be taken to the invitation screen where you can print out a set of cards that aren’t the same as each other. Alternatively you can invite your friends via email; they’ll each be sent a link to their own unique card which can be printed out or played on screen. Anything you mark off on screen as you watch will stay marked off so you can leave a break between episodes and keep your progress. Have fun!
