BBC reveals future of The Traitors after two series on screens and string of awards

THE BBC has revealed the future of hit show The Traitors after the first two series received acclaim.

Fans have been obsessed with the new reality programme ever since it hit screens last year.

Viewers eagerly tuned in to the Beeb each week to watch earthshaking betrayals and tense challenges all taking place in a Scottish castle in the Highlands.

And now Brits can look forward to more of the same as a third season has been announced.

The NTA and BAFTA award winning show will air its second series in November, but that won’t be the end of the drama as plans have been made for another comeback.

for anyone who wants to apply to be one of the 22 players who take part in challenges and missions together while being “murdered” off by the traitors in their midst.

 Strictly Come Dancing‘s Claudia Winkleman hosts the reality show and BBC bosses have confirmed she will return to for season three.

The Head of Entertainment at the BBC, Kalpna Patel-Knight, shared: “The massive unscripted hit The Traitors will be back for a third series.

“Expect to see more psychological gameplay, exciting challenges and of course Claudia at the helm. It will be a thrilling ride for both avid fans and newcomers to the series for sure. The BBC will always remain faithful to The Traitors.”

And delighted studio CEO Stephen Lambert said: “We’re delighted a third series of The Traitors has been confirmed today ahead of the second series’ arrival on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

“The Traitors has been so warmly received by viewers, critics and award juries alike. Claudia and the team look forward to keeping audiences on the edge of their seats again with ever more thrilling missions and exceptional players competing in this gripping game of bluff and skill.”