The debut episode of The Celebrity Traitors has attracted more than 11.7 million viewers, making it the biggest unscripted UK television launch since 2022. The opening instalment, which also drew 2.2 million viewers aged 16 to 34, reportedly broke the programme's own record for the most-watched episode.
The series, produced by Studio Lambert Scotland, will conclude on Thursday 6 November at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer, with a 70-minute finale. During the show, celebrities are competing to win up to £100,000 for their chosen charities, with the Faithful aiming to banish all Traitors while the Traitors attempt to deceive until the very end.
Following the finale, an extended edition of The Celebrity Traitors: Uncloaked will air on BBC Two and Sounds, with Ed Gamble joined by the all-star cast, finalists and Claudia Winkleman to react to the final episode and reveal details about their time at the castle.
The series has drawn praise from critics, with one describing it as “all you’ll be able to care about” and another noting the line-up is “more stellar than any reality show ever screened before on British telly.” Reviewers have also highlighted the show’s ability to retain its characteristic blend of charm and menace while showcasing household names.
The Traitors format originated in the Netherlands, created by IDTV and developed with the RTL Creative Unit, and was originally produced for RTL4. All3Media International serves as the global partner for format and tape sales. The BBC has commissioned a fourth series (12x60) alongside the celebrity edition (7x60/2x70), with Kalpna Patel-Knight as Head of Entertainment Commissioning.
