Devoted fans of the BBC's hit reality show The Traitors have been left stunned after a viewer claimed the broadcaster is inadvertently revealing major spoilers in plain sight. Despite the corporation's notorious secrecy around the show's outcomes, one eagle-eyed fan alleges that the guest list for the companion programme Uncloaked is giving the game away.
The Uncloaked Clue That Gave The Game Away
The fan took to social media platform X on Monday 12 January 2026 to call out the BBC, tagging its official account directly. They pointed out that the themed guests on Uncloaked, which airs after each main episode, follow a pattern that makes future departures predictable. "I'm tweeting this so hopefully they [the BBC] see it and stop it!!" the viewer wrote.
They provided a concrete example, stating they correctly predicted the exit of former Secret Traitor Fiona after noticing that two Welsh contestants from previous series were scheduled to appear on Uncloaked. Furthermore, they noted that series one couple Tom and Alex featured on the spin-off just as this year's secret pairing, Ross and Ellie, was unveiled in the main show. "It's crazy to me that such a well sealed show is putting results up there in plain sight?!" the fan added.
Mixed Reactions from the Faithful Viewers
The revelation sparked a heated debate among the show's dedicated fanbase. Reactions on X were sharply divided. One dismayed user replied, "Really wish I hadn't read this!", highlighting the frustration of having surprises ruined. Another took a more pragmatic view, questioning, "Why are you looking at who the guests are before the show airs? Not rocket science."
A third commenter offered a middle ground, stating, "I don't look to see who the guests are on Uncloaked before I watch it but agree, this is a spoiler, if you know in advance!" This underscores the accidental nature of the leak for those who might casually browse TV listings.
The Latest Dramatic Twists in the Castle
The controversy comes amid a highly dramatic fourth series of The Traitors, which premiered on New Year's Day and continues to pull in millions of viewers. The format, where contestants are either 'Faithfuls' or secret 'Traitors', hinges on the weekly banishments and murders, with outcomes kept fiercely confidential until broadcast.
The most recent episode, which aired on Friday 9 January, ended on a major cliffhanger. Faithful contestant Matthew, 35, stunned Traitors Rachel and Stephen after winning a prize that allowed him to ask two questions. His second query was a shocking proposal: he offered to be seduced to the 'dark side' and join them in the turret. The other winners of the game-changing prize were secret barrister Harriet and Traitor Rachel.
The series has already delivered iconic moments, including Fiona's fierce attack on Rachel, which ultimately led to Fiona's banishment. The Traitors continues to air on BBC One on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 8pm.
