The BBC has announced the upcoming premiere of "Celebrity Traitors UK," a celebrity edition of the popular reality series "The Traitors." Set to air on BBC One in autumn 2025, the show will be hosted by Claudia Winkleman, who returns to lead this star-studded adaptation.
Filming for the series began in April 2025 at the historic Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands. The nine-episode series is expected to air over three weeks, offering viewers a blend of suspense, strategy, and celebrity antics.
The confirmed celebrity contestants include comedian Alan Carr, singer-songwriter Cat Burns, actress Celia Imrie, and television presenter Clare Balding. Other notable participants are historian David Olusoga, former England rugby player Joe Marler, and television presenter Jonathan Ross. The diverse cast promises a dynamic mix of personalities and talents, all vying to outwit each other in the quest for the prize fund.
In this unique twist on the original format, celebrities will start as "Faithfuls," with a select few secretly chosen as "Traitors." The Traitors' objective is to deceive the Faithfuls and eliminate them through strategic gameplay, while the Faithfuls aim to identify and banish the Traitors to secure the prize fund. The game will feature regular "murders" and banishments, adding layers of intrigue and excitement.
The prize fund, which can accumulate up to £120,000, will be awarded to the winning team, with celebrities competing to win up to £100,000 for their chosen charities. This charitable aspect adds a philanthropic dimension to the competitive nature of the show.
Fans of the original series can anticipate a fresh and entertaining take on the format, with the added allure of celebrity participation. The combination of strategic gameplay and star power is set to make "Celebrity Traitors UK" a must-watch event this autumn.
