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Season 3 of The Traitors introduced novel twists, including Faithfuls participating in murders under direct observation and that shocking Seer revelation.
While the season finale happened a while ago, The Celebrity Traitors is set to premiere this month to satisfy the appetite of fans keen on the series full of deception.
If you seek updates on the main series, we have you covered. Don’t miss out on five ideas to enhance The Traitors for season 4, and find out why Stephen Fry might be among the first to exit The Celebrity Traitors.
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Potential Release Date for The Traitors Season 4
Filming for the fourth season occurred in June 2025, mirroring the schedule from the previous year.
Consequently, we anticipate The Traitors to make its comeback in early January 2026. While pinpointing a precise date is speculative, last year the show premiered on New Year’s Day (1 January 2025), which fell on a Wednesday.
In 2026, New Year’s Day is a Thursday—one of the three days The Traitors typically airs (Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays). Thus, it’s reasonable to surmise that The Traitors season 4 could debut on Thursday, 1 January 2026, assuming it follows the previous release pattern.
Alternatively, a later debut in January is possible. However, airing on New Year’s Eve seems unlikely due to various prominent celebrations that often occur on that day, such as concerts.
For those who cannot wait, there’s exciting news: The Celebrity Traitors is set to premiere tonight, Wednesday 8 October 2026, as confirmed by the BBC.
Where to Stream The Traitors UK
All three seasons of The Traitors UK are available for streaming on BBC iPlayer.
If you’re in the US or elsewhere and wish to watch the show, check out our guide on how to watch The Traitors from outside the UK.
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