The suspense is almost over for fans of BBC One's hit reality show, The Traitors. The fourth series continues tonight, Wednesday 7th January 2026, at 8pm, promising to deliver answers to the cliffhangers that left viewers on the edge of their seats last week.
Last Week's Traitorous Twists
In the previous episode, the game reached new heights of deception and danger. Viewers watched as the remaining traitors, Stephen and Rachel, took a monumental risk. They accepted a secret invitation to meet the enigmatic Red Cloak, a mysterious figure pulling strings from the shadows.
This clandestine meeting came with a deadly task. Red Cloak instructed Rachel to create a murder shortlist. She did this by smearing red paint on the faces of nine players depicted on the large family tree inside the Traitors' castle. From this group, Red Cloak will select the next victim to be 'murdered' from the game.
The Dramatic Banishment of Hugo
The episode was also notable for a historic moment in the show's run. Hugo, the barrister, was caught out and subsequently banished at the round table, earning the dubious title of one of the earliest banished Traitors ever.
In a brutal turn of events, his fellow traitors turned against him, leaving him isolated in his final moments. His banishment was a stark reminder of the show's core premise: trust no one.
What to Expect Tonight on BBC One
While the exact details of tonight's episode are under wraps, the stage is set for a drama-filled instalment. The key questions on every viewer's mind are: Who will Red Cloak choose to murder from the shortlist of nine? And more pressingly, will the identity of Red Cloak finally be revealed to the Faithful contestants and the audience?
The tension is palpable as the players continue their stay in the Scottish castle, where every conversation could be a clue and every alliance could be a lie.
The Traitors series four continues tonight, 7th January, at 8pm on BBC One and will be available to stream on BBC iPlayer immediately after broadcast. Fans across the UK are preparing for another night of high-stakes strategy, shocking revelations, and unparalleled reality TV drama.
