The BBC has officially confirmed the replacement programming for the immensely popular series The Traitors, which concludes its current run tonight, paving the way for a significant schedule shake-up across the network. Fans of the psychological reality competition will bid farewell to the show for another year, but the broadcaster is poised to fill the prime-time slot with a fresh lineup of established and new programmes.
Final Episodes and Immediate Replacements
Tonight marks the dramatic conclusion of The Traitors 2026, with the final episode airing at 8.30pm on BBC One, followed by The Traitors: Uncloaked at 9.45pm. This climactic episode will reveal whether contestants Rachel or James advance to the grand final, determining who claims the coveted crown. Once the winner is announced, viewers will say goodbye to the familiar faces of this season, making room for the new schedule.
Starting next Wednesday, January 28, at 8pm—the time slot previously occupied by The Traitors—the BBC will broadcast The Repair Shop in its place. This change signals the beginning of a broader programming shift designed to refresh the network's evening offerings.
New Series and Weekly Schedule Updates
The schedule shake-up extends throughout the week, introducing several high-profile shows. On Thursday, a new series of Dragon's Den will debut at 8pm, followed by a brand-new episode of The Apprentice at 9pm, as reported by the Radio Times. This double feature aims to captivate audiences with business-themed entertainment.
Moving to Friday, viewers can look forward to Amanda and Alan's Greek Job at 8pm, with the popular comedy panel show Would I Lie to You? airing at 8.30pm. These additions ensure a diverse mix of programming, from travel documentaries to light-hearted humour, maintaining viewer engagement in the post-The Traitors era.
Anticipation for Celebrity Traitors Season Two
While fans may mourn the end of this year's series, there is exciting news on the horizon: Celebrity Traitors is expected to return for a second season later in 2026. The debut series broke TV viewing records last year, drawing massive audiences and critical acclaim, making its renewal a highly anticipated event.
Although the official cast line-up has not yet been revealed, rumours are circulating about potential contestants. Speculation includes Birmingham's own Alison Hammond, with sources suggesting the BBC sees her as "comedy gold" similar to Alan Carr. An insider noted that Alison is "keen" to participate, and her natural humour could make her a standout success in the celebrity edition.
As The Traitors airs its final episode tonight at 8.30pm on BBC One and iPlayer, the confirmed schedule changes promise to keep audiences entertained with a robust lineup of returning favourites and new series, ensuring the BBC remains a leader in prime-time television.
