Devoted viewers of the BBC's smash-hit reality show The Traitors have issued a passionate plea to producers following a divisive season finale that left many feeling short-changed.
The nail-biting conclusion, which saw Traitor Harry Clark successfully deceive Faithful Mollie Pearce to claim the entire £95,150 prize pot, has sparked an outcry. Fans have taken to social media in droves, arguing the breakneck pace of the final episode undermined weeks of intricate gameplay.
'Rushed' Finale Sparks Fan Fury
The primary complaint centres on the finale's structure. Many believe the dramatic endgame, where the remaining players must banish one final Traitor to win the money, was far too abrupt.
"The final was so rushed," one fan lamented online. "They could have made that last round table a whole episode on its own. The producers need to fix this for next year." This sentiment was echoed by thousands, with calls for the finale to be expanded into a multi-part event to properly savour the high-stakes psychological drama.
The Call for a Longer Series
Beyond the finale, there's a overwhelming demand for a longer series. The current format of twelve episodes, fans argue, doesn't provide enough time to fully develop the complex strategies and relationships that make the show so compelling.
Suggestions include adding more contestants or extending the run to allow for deeper manipulation and more elaborate missions. The show's host, Claudia Winkleman, has already confirmed the show will return for a third season, giving the BBC a prime opportunity to act on this feedback.
A Victim of Its Own Success?
The backlash is arguably a testament to the show's phenomenal success. Fans are so invested in the intricate gameplay and emotional journeys that a conclusion which feels even slightly hurried is immediately noticeable. They are now campaigning vigorously to ensure Season 3 has the room it needs to breathe, delivering a finale worthy of the incredible build-up.
Whether the BBC will listen to these fervent requests remains to be seen, but the passionate response from its audience is undeniable proof of The Traitors' status as a television powerhouse.
