The Traitors is the game of deception set in a Scottish Highlands castle: a few players are secretly chosen as Traitors who “murder” Faithfuls overnight, while everyone votes at the round table to banish who they suspect. The US version is hosted by Alan Cumming; the UK versions are hosted by Claudia Winkleman.
The Traitors US
- Season 5 — The Traitors: New Blood is the franchise’s first all-civilian US season: 22 everyday Americans, premiering September 17, 2026 on NBC, with episodes streaming the next day on Peacock (TVLine).
- Season 6 returns to celebrities and is due on Peacock in January 2027, and Peacock has ordered three more seasons after it (Peacock).
Full guide: The Traitors: New Blood and Season 6 — release dates, cast and where to watch.
The Traitors UK
- The Celebrity Traitors series 2 began on BBC One and iPlayer on Thursday 1 October 2026 with 21 famous players (BBC). Guide: The Celebrity Traitors series 2 — cast, schedule and how to watch.
- The Traitors series 5 (civilian) is confirmed for 2027 on BBC One and iPlayer; the BBC has deals in place for both shows until at least 2030 (BBC Media Centre).
