Overview
- The new civilian series launched on 1 January at 8pm on BBC One, with episodes available on BBC iPlayer and companion show Traitors: Uncloaked on BBC Two.
- Claudia Winkleman named three Traitors in the premiere: Rachel, Stephen and Hugo.
- A concealed fourth Traitor in a red cloak works alone, knows every identity, and supplies the only nightly murder shortlist, with their identity kept from contestants and viewers.
- Early reaction ranged from praise for the added intrigue to criticism from some fans who dislike the format change.
- Filming is at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, contestants are housed off‑site at a nearby Courtyard by Marriott, and the prize pot is reported to reach roughly £120,000.