BBC One and BBC iPlayer have officially announced the return of the RTS and BAFTA Craft Award-winning hit series. The second season of The Celebrity Traitors launches on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. The 75-minute launch episode sets the stage for 21 famous faces heading to Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands to play a game of deception, psychological warfare, and betrayal.
- Meet the 21 Celebrity Contestants
- Companion Shows and Special Broadcasts
- Broadcast Schedule and Streaming Details
- Frequently Asked Questions About Celebrity Traitors Season 2
- When does Celebrity Traitors Season 2 start?
- Who hosts the show?
- How many episodes are in Season 2?
- Where is the show filmed?
- What is the prize for the winner?
- How can I watch companion content?
Produced by Studio Lambert Scotland, the 10-episode series features weekly broadcasts on Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. through the final episode on Friday, October 30, 2026. The contestants compete to secure a cash prize of up to £100,000 for charities of their choice. The inaugural celebrity season in autumn 2025 averaged 14.9 million viewers and peaked at 15.4 million for the finale, creating high pressure for this year’s eclectic group of public figures.
Meet the 21 Celebrity Contestants
Host Claudia Winkleman returns to helm the psychological competition. She welcomes a diverse array of broadcasters, actors, comedians, musicians, and media personalities. The confirmed lineup for Season 2 includes:
- Amol Rajan – Journalist and broadcaster
- Bella Ramsey – Actor
- James Acaster – Comedian and podcaster
- James Blunt – Singer-songwriter
- Jerry Hall – Model and actress
- Joanne McNally – Comedian
- Joe Lycett – Comedian
- Julie Hesmondhalgh – Actor
- King Kenny – Content creator
- Leigh-Anne Pinnock – Singer-songwriter
- Maya Jama – Broadcaster and entrepreneur
- Michael Sheen – Actor and presenter
- Miranda Hart – Actor and author
- Professor Hannah Fry – Broadcaster and mathematician
- Richard E. Grant – Actor and author
- Rob Beckett – Comedian
- Romesh Ranganathan – Comedian
- Ross Kemp – Actor and presenter
- Sebastian Croft – Musician and actor
- Sharon Rooney – Actor
- Myha’la – Actress
Companion Shows and Special Broadcasts
Fans looking for deeper analysis can tune into companion programming launching alongside the main series. The Celebrity Traitors: Uncloaked, hosted by Ed Gamble, returns to BBC One, BBC iPlayer, and BBC Sounds. This official video podcast features debriefs with banished and murdered players, exclusive interviews, unseen footage, and in-depth gameplay analysis.
Additionally, a special interactive companion episode titled Traitor or Faithful? Claudia Decides will be released on BBC iPlayer on Thursday, October 1, at 9:15 p.m. It offers viewers an exclusive look into how host Claudia Winkleman selects her Traitors and interacts with the cast.
Broadcast Schedule and Streaming Details
New episodes air twice a week on Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. This strategic release format keeps audiences gripped throughout October as the famous contestants navigate round tables, secret murders, and dramatic banishments in pursuit of the charity prize.
Frequently Asked Questions About Celebrity Traitors Season 2
When does Celebrity Traitors Season 2 start?
The second season premieres on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. on BBC One and BBC iPlayer with an extended opening episode.
Who hosts the show?
Claudia Winkleman returns as host, guiding the 21 celebrity contestants through the psychological challenges inside Ardross Castle.
How many episodes are in Season 2?
The new season consists of 10 episodes, airing weekly on Thursday and Friday evenings through October 30, 2026.
Where is the show filmed?
Filming takes place at Ardross Castle located in the Scottish Highlands.
What is the prize for the winner?
The winning contestants can secure up to £100,000 for charities of their choice.
How can I watch companion content?
The Celebrity Traitors: Uncloaked hosted by Ed Gamble airs on BBC One right after the main show and streams on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds.
