The Deception Continues: “The Traitors” Renewed Through Season 5
The dagger-filled drama isn’t over just yet. Peacock’s hit reality competition series The Traitors has officially secured its spot on our screens for at least two more seasons. After captivating viewers with backstabbing alliances, theatrical banishments, and Alan Cumming’s flawless tartan wardrobe, the Emmy-winning show is already gearing up for Season 4.

NBC confirmed the double renewal in August 2024, locking in both Season 4 and 5, and sending fans spiraling with anticipation. Though a release date hasn’t dropped, previous premiere patterns suggest a likely return in early January—so go ahead and pencil it in, just don’t sign it in blood.

When Will “The Traitors” Season 4 Premiere?

While there’s no official date yet, history is a pretty solid guide. The first three seasons premiered in early January: Jan. 12, 2023 (Season 1), Jan. 12, 2024 (Season 2), and Jan. 9, 2025 (Season 3). Season 3 wrapped by March, and filming reportedly took place the previous summer. If that cadence continues, we can expect Season 4 to premiere in January 2026.

What We Know About the Season 4 Cast

Season 3’s winners were a mixed bag of reality TV icons and unexpected underdogs: Real Housewives of New Jersey’s Dolores Catania, Down to Earth’s Dylan Efron, The Bachelorette’s Gabby Windey, and actual British aristocrat Ivar Mountbatten. Talk about a chaotic cocktail of charisma, charm, and cunning.

Though Peacock hasn’t confirmed the new lineup, internet sleuths and fan blogs have already begun piecing together potential contestants. The rumored cast reads like the VIP lounge of Reality Con.

@repudaytion

TRAITORS SEASON 4 CAST REVEAL! #traitorsseason4 #traitors #peacock #donnakelce #robcesternino #taylorswift #alexday #repudaytion #traitors4 @RHAP @Peacock

♬ original sound – Alex Day 🐍

Reality TV Royalty: The Rumored Lineup

From the sands of Survivor to the salons of The Real Housewives, Season 4 is expected to deliver a high-drama ensemble. Fan favorites from past seasons including Cirie Fields, Parvati Shallow, and Boston Rob have paved the way for new icons.

Among the rumored recruits are Real Housewives heavyweights Porsha Williams and Candiace Dillard Bassett. Dillard isn’t just a reality staple, she’s also a singer, former Miss United States, and MBA holder, so let’s just say she’s not afraid to play smart and sharp.

Also reportedly making the jump across the pond is Love Island UK alum Maura Higgins, ready to trade villa flings for Scottish mind games.

But the biggest twist? The rumored inclusion of Donna Kelce. Yes, that Donna Kelce, NFL mom of Travis and Jason. Could she be the most wholesome player to ever wield a metaphorical dagger?

Fan Reactions: Who Needs Trust When You Have Twitter?

Fans are already losing their minds over the potential casting shake-up. “Oh this is gaggy.” one X (formerly Twitter) user wrote. Another declared, “OH MY GOD MY DREAMS CAME TRUE.”

On Reddit, speculation has run wild, with some users even drafting fantasy traitor lineups. The general consensus? If these rumors are true, Season 4 might be the wildest yet.

Will The Format Change? Probably Not—And That’s a Good Thing

Season 1 featured civilians and celebs, but Seasons 2 and 3 went full reality royalty. It’s likely Season 4 will stick to the same formula: familiar faces, fiery drama, and a whole lot of cloak-and-dagger betrayal. Host Alan Cumming is expected to return, because frankly, no one else can make deceit look that fabulous.

Stay Tuned for an Official Announcement

With filming reportedly underway, a full cast reveal could drop any day now. Until then, fans are sharpening their guessing skills, and their knives.