The Traitors

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  • TV-14
  • 2023
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.7  (4,379)

The Traitors is a new mystery competition series that premiered on Peacock in January 2023. Set in a remote Scottish castle, the show brings together 20 contestants to complete a series of challenges and missions. The catch is that secretly among the contestants are "the traitors" whose goal is to eliminate and "murder" the innocent civilian contestants.

The contestants are a diverse group of people from different backgrounds and ages. At the start of the show, they are all equal and unaware of who the traitors are among them. Each episode follows the group as they compete in challenges to add money to the prize pot that will eventually go to the civilians who survive to the end. The traitors try to stay undiscovered while subtly sabotaging the group's efforts.

After the challenges, the contestants come together for "the murder", where they must banish one player they suspect of being a traitor. The banished player then meets the show's host to reveal if they are actually a traitor or a civilian. As more contestants are eliminated, both the civilians and traitors must change their tactics and suspicions.

A key element of The Traitors is the social gameplay and deception. The traitors have to convincingly lie, betray and manipulate the other contestants. The civilians have to detect who is lying and work together to unmask the traitors before it's too late. This creates an atmosphere of paranoia and mistrust that ratchets up the tension.

The show employs interesting mechanics to advance game play. A subset of the group becomes the "Faithful" with power to cancel banishments, and players who are banished become "Ghosts" who can continue to influence the game. As the numbers dwindle, the Traitors have better odds if they remain undetected. But the Civilians also gain advantages by identifying Traitors within their ranks.

Set against the backdrop of the medieval Scottish castle, there is a whimsical charm and spookiness to the production design. Between challenges, contestants dwell together, scheme in secret and build alliances. The diversity of personalities breathes life into this thrilling game of detection. Flirtations, arguments, laughter and tears all come into play as pressure builds with each elimination.

Inventive challenges provide both entertainment and insight into the players' true natures. Contestants might work together in elaborate heists and stunts, or face psychological profiling in their quest for clues. Every contestant brings their own background and skills to help uncover the Traitors or else manipulate the civilians.

With dramatic lighting, moody music and lush visuals of the ornate castle interiors, The Traitors has a playful enigmatic tone. The host oversees proceedings with a sinister charm that accentuates the gloomy atmosphere. Around every corner secret passages, clandestine meetings and backstabbing may occur.

The Traitors is an addictive blend of mystery whodunit, competition show and roleplaying adventure. As friendships form only to be torn apart by doubt, viewers play along to analyze every suspicion and strategy. With new surprises in every episode leading up to the ultimate unveiling of the Traitors, it is a riveting game of deception that will keep audiences guessing.

The Traitors is a series that ran for 2 seasons (23 episodes) between January 12, 2023 and on Peacock Premium

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Seasons
Reunion
12. Reunion
March 14, 2024
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One Final Hurdle
11. One Final Hurdle
March 7, 2024
With the prize pot in sight for all the players, the last mission takes place on land, air and sea, proving to be the toughest. A staggering end game forces the players to put their trust in each other. Either the Traitors or the Faithful will win.
The Weight of Deceit
10. The Weight of Deceit
February 29, 2024
With only seven players remaining in the competition, the Faithful seem to be closing in as doubt about one Traitor spreads among even their most ardent supporters.
A Game of Death
9. A Game of Death
February 22, 2024
With only a few more days for the Traitors to remain undetected and win the game, a Faithful and a Traitor go head-to-head. One Faithful must decide their fate after being given an ultimatum. Shots are fired during the mission.
Knives at Dawn
8. Knives at Dawn
February 15, 2024
As the Faithful’s numbers continue to decrease, the Traitors find their backs against the wall. A special guest appears during a beastly mission that proves to be too much for some players. A Faithful is given an ultimatum that could be fatal.
Blood on Their Hands
7. Blood on Their Hands
February 8, 2024
Death is still in the cards as the Traitors discover whether their attempt at seduction has been successful. The Faithful gun for another Traitor, but their plans may not pay off. Alan has a deadly surprise for all the players.
Backstab and Betrayal
6. Backstab and Betrayal
February 1, 2024
As the game reaches the halfway point, the Faithful wonder which of their comrades won’t be joining them for breakfast. But they haven’t got long to mourn, because the Players must regroup before embarking on a very grave Mission.
A Killer Move
5. A Killer Move
January 25, 2024
Alan’s castle in the Scottish Highlands welcomes a new arrival. The Faithful have a cunning plan to fight back. One of the Traitors is in the hot seat.
The Funeral
4. The Funeral
January 18, 2024
After a jaw dropping Round Table, things get quite complicated for the Traitors as Claudia delivers a shock twist.
Murder in Plain Sight
3. Murder in Plain Sight
January 12, 2024
The Traitors are given a daunting task for their next murder. A dark mission ensures the players keep working on the prize pot. The Faithful continue to attempt to banish one of the Traitors.
Welcome to the Dark Side
2. Welcome to the Dark Side
January 12, 2024
Treachery continues in the Scottish Highlands as the Traitors attempt to complete their lineup and commit their first murder. The mission to build the prize pot reveals some hard truths, and the first player is banished from the game.
Betrayers, Fakes and Fraudsters
1. Betrayers, Fakes and Fraudsters
January 12, 2024
The ultimate game of deception is back as an all-star cast descends on the Scottish Highlands. The Traitors are chosen, but there's a twist. The players start building the prize pot for the Faithful to share or the Traitors to steal.
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Where to Watch The Traitors
The Traitors is available for streaming on the Peacock Premium website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Traitors on demand at Peacock Premium and Peacock.
  • Premiere Date
    January 12, 2023
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (4,379)