As BBC One prepares to launch the highly anticipated second season of The Celebrity Traitors, inaugural champion Alan Carr has shared his expert insights into the upcoming competition. Speaking in the winners’ room at London’s O2 Arena after taking home the Special Recognition award at the National Television Awards on Tuesday, September 8, the comedian pinpointed key players and revealed his top pick for the season’s breakout dark horse.
- Alan Carr Backs Miranda Hart as the Ultimate Dark Horse
- A Star-Studded Cast and Familiar Dynamics
- Broadcast Details and What to Expect
- Frequently Asked Questions About Celebrity Traitors Season Two
- When does Celebrity Traitors season two premiere?
- Who is hosting the second season?
- Which celebrities are competing in season two?
- Why did Alan Carr highlight Miranda Hart?
- Who won the first season of Celebrity Traitors?
The hit reality series returns to a Scottish Highlands castle with host Claudia Winkleman. The new 10-part run starts on October 1, 2026. Bringing together 21 famous participants from comedy, music, acting, and broadcasting, the second season promises heightened psychological tension as contestants navigate established public friendships and fierce professional rivalries.
Alan Carr Backs Miranda Hart as the Ultimate Dark Horse
Drawing on his own firsthand experience of donning the infamous cloak to win the first celebrity edition in 2025, Carr offered high praise for beloved sitcom star Miranda Hart.
“Do you know what, I’m super excited about Miranda because Miranda reminds me a bit of me, and if they make her a Traitor, that is going to be TV gold,” Carr told reporters.
While the official roster of Traitors remains under wraps until the broadcast premiere, Carr’s endorsement highlights how public personas can shift once players enter the castle. Hart joins a stellar line-up of performers, bringing a comedic vulnerability that Carr believes could make her an unpredictable force.
A Star-Studded Cast and Familiar Dynamics
The second season features a diverse roster of 21 well-known personalities. Alongside Miranda Hart, the cast includes acclaimed actors Michael Sheen (Good Omens), Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us), Richard E. Grant (Can You Ever Forgive Me?), and Julie Hesmondhalgh (Coronation Street).
The comedy contingent is heavily represented by heavyweights such as James Acaster, Joe Lycett, Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett, and Joanne McNally, whom Carr described as a “motormouth” and a “whirlwind” addition. Musical talent is brought by James Blunt and Leigh-Anne Pinnock, while presenters Maya Jama, Amol Rajan, and Professor Hannah Fry complete the roster.
Carr also reflected on his own unforgettable moments from the first series, fondly recalling his time alongside veteran actor Celia Imrie. He referenced the viral moment when Imrie passed wind during a challenge, leaving Carr jokingly lamenting that he was “chained to her” during the game.
Broadcast Details and What to Expect
The upcoming season will air across a 10-part run on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with episodes expected to air weekly on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM. Following the massive cultural footprint left by the inaugural run, viewers are eager to see if the new batch of celebrities can replicate last year’s strategic brilliance.
With 21 famous faces entering the castle, an intense psychological battle awaits. Whether Alan Carr’s prediction about Miranda Hart materializes on screen remains to be seen, but the stage is officially set for another gripping season of strategy, suspicion, and betrayal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Celebrity Traitors Season Two
When does Celebrity Traitors season two premiere?
The second season of The Celebrity Traitors premieres on BBC One and BBC iPlayer starting October 1, 2026, with a 10-part run airing weekly episodes.
Who is hosting the second season?
Claudia Winkleman returns as the host, guiding 21 famous contestants through the psychological game inside a Scottish Highlands castle.
Which celebrities are competing in season two?
The 21-person cast features notable names including Michael Sheen, Bella Ramsey, Richard E. Grant, Miranda Hart, Julie Hesmondhalgh, James Acaster, Joe Lycett, Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett, Joanne McNally, James Blunt, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Maya Jama, Amol Rajan, and Hannah Fry.
Why did Alan Carr highlight Miranda Hart?
Alan Carr named Miranda Hart as his ultimate “dark horse” pick, noting that her personality reminds him of himself and that casting her as a Traitor would create phenomenal television.
Who won the first season of Celebrity Traitors?
Comedian and presenter Alan Carr won the inaugural series of The Celebrity Traitors in 2025, earning high praise for his tactical gameplay and humor while serving as a Traitor.
