The New Year marks the return of one of British television’s biggest talking points as The Traitors launches its fourth series on BBC One. Millions of viewers are expected to tune in on New Year’s Day for the opening episode of the award winning show.

Claudia Winkleman returns to oversee proceedings as 22 contestants arrive at the famous Scottish castle, each secretly assigned the role of either a Traitor or a Faithful.

Across 12 episodes airing throughout January, the group will rely on deception, deduction and manipulation in a bid to outlast their rivals and claim a prize pot of more than £100,000.

As ever, producers have been tight lipped in the build up to the new series, but one striking new feature has already captured attention.

A mysterious red cloak will be introduced in Series 4, with speculation mounting over whether it grants special powers to its wearer. While details remain under wraps, viewers are expected to learn more about the significance of the cloak as early as the opening episode.

The Traitors betting odds

Betting on The Traitors has historically been challenging, with bookmakers cautious about potential leaks. Even so, markets are beginning to take shape for Series 4, reflecting early opinions on which contestants are best placed to go deep into the competition.

With the possibility of multiple winners and shifting alliances throughout the series, odds are expected to fluctuate as the game unfolds.

The current odds to win Series 4 are listed below and will be updated as the market develops.

Rachel 4/1
Stephen 5/1
Hugo 8/1
Ellie 10/1
Amanda 12/1
Ross 12/1
Harriet 14/1
Sam 14/1
James 16/1
Ben 20/1
Jack 20/1
Jessie 20/1
Reece 20/1
Roxy 20/1
Adam 25/1
Faraaz 25/1
Fiona 25/1
Jade 25/1
Matthew 25/1
Maz 25/1
Judy 33/1
Netty 33/1

Who will be murdered first

As the Traitors make their first major decision, betting markets have also formed on who could become the opening victim of the series.

Netty 1/3
Maz 7/2
James 7/1

First banishment odds

Attention will also turn to the first round table, where the group must decide who to banish first.

Judy 2/1
Matthew 4/1
Jade 11/2
Fiona 7/1
James 9/1
Netty 10/1
Ross 12/1
Adam 16/1
Amanda 16/1
Ellie 20/1
Hugo 20/1
Roxy 20/1
Sam 22/1
Rachel 25/1
Faraaz 33/1
Harriet 33/1
Jack 33/1
Jessie 33/1
Reece 33/1
Stephen 33/1
Maz 40/1
Ben 50/1

What time does The Traitors start

The first episode of The Traitors Series 4 airs on New Year’s Day at 8pm on BBC One. Subsequent episodes will also be shown at 8pm, an earlier slot than previous series. Once the schedule settles, viewers can expect three episodes per week, with the final currently set to air on Friday 23 January 2026.

With fresh twists, a new cast and the promise of early drama, Series 4 looks set to deliver another gripping chapter in the Traitors story.