The Traitors
The Traitors Series 4 odds
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.
TV Specials
Alan Carr ‘Set to Replace’ Tess and Claudia as Strictly Come Dancing Host After Shock Odds Slash
Alan Carr is being strongly tipped to take over as one of the new presenters of Strictly Come Dancing after his emotional victory on The Celebrity Traitors.
Bookmakers have priced the comedian at 2/1 to join the hit BBC show giving him a 33% chance of stepping into the presenting role left vacant by Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
The 49-year-old has become the nation’s latest TV darling following his dramatic win on The Celebrity Traitors, which drew more than 10 million viewers on Thursday night.
Carr broke down in tears as he was crowned winner and revealed he would donate his entire £87,500 prize to the children’s charity Neuroblastoma UK, saying the money would “change lives.”
Now, it looks like Carr’s own life could be changing too.
His triumph in the Scottish castle has reportedly caught the attention of BBC bosses, who see him as the perfect fit to bring his trademark warmth and humour to Strictly Come Dancing next year.
A BBC insider told The Mirror: “Alan has always been a star, but it’s amazing what a month in a Scottish castle can do to elevate your career. He’s ours now.”
Carr’s odds of 2/1 to become the next Strictly presenter make him one of the front-runners for the job, ahead of other potential TV appearances.
Bookmakers have also listed odds of 6/4 (40% chance) on Alan Carr: Chatty Man returning, 3/1 (25%) for a stint in the I’m A Celebrity jungle in 2026, 5/1 (17%) for Celebrity Big Brother, and 6/1 (14%) for Celebrity Race Across the World.
| Alan Carr Betting Specials | Odds | Percentage Chance |
|---|---|---|
| Brings back Alan Carr: Chatty Man | 6/4 | 40% |
| Becomes presenter on Strictly Come Dancing | 2/1 | 33% |
| Appears on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 2026 | 3/1 | 25% |
| Celebrity Big Brother 2026 | 5/1 | 17% |
| Celebrity Race Across the World | 6/1 | 14% |
Carr, who was once overlooked for a judging role on Britain’s Got Talent in 2023, has seen his popularity skyrocket after charming the public during his time on The Celebrity Traitors.
If the odds are anything to go by, Alan Carr could soon be trading the Scottish castle for the Strictly ballroom swapping deception and drama for sequins and samba.
As The Celebrity Traitors heads into its gripping finale, the drama has reached fever pitch. The high stakes game of lies, betrayal and psychological warfare is nearing its breaking point, with just five famous faces left in the castle, and two of them still secretly working as Traitors. But who will win?
Last week’s tense episode saw Alan Carr, Joe Marler, David Olusoga, Nick Mohammed and Cat Burns make it through to the final, with host Claudia Winkleman shocking the group by revealing there would be no murder that evening. But with the finish line in sight, the question remains: who will outwit the rest and walk away victorious?
Fresh odds from What Are The Odds have now revealed who’s most likely to triumph and who could be facing banishment at the last Round Table.
Latest Odds to Win The Celebrity Traitors
Nick Mohammed – 1/1
Joe Marler – 6/4
David Olusoga – 3/1
Cat Burns – 4/1
Alan Carr – 5/1
According to What Are The Odds spokesman Dave James, the final is shaping up to be a showdown between the remaining Faithfuls and the cunning Traitors.
“As The Celebrity Traitors reaches its dramatic conclusion the tension is really ramping up. Its even emerged that Alan Carr has left the country ahead of the Final this week! This series has really captured the imagination of the Bristish public. With just five players remaining, a clear divide has formed as we head into the finale.” Dave explained.
“Cat and Alan are the remaining Traitors, while Nick and Joe are leading the Faithfuls’ charge with Joe particularly convinced that the pair are guilty. That leaves David as the crucial swing vote and possibly the key to how this finale unfolds.”
Dave added that the momentum appears to be shifting in favour of the Faithfuls.
“With both Faithfuls locked in on Cat and Alan as the remaining Traitors, the market now expects a Faithful victory. Recent signs suggest David may be siding with Nick and Joe, which could finally bring the Traitors’ impressive run to an end. Alan Carr currently has the shortest odds for banishment at 11/8.”
As for who could be crowned winner, the tables have turned.
“Cat Burns’ odds have drifted following growing suspicions from both Nick and Joe,” Dave continued. “The new favourite to win the series is Nick Mohammed at a price of evens, followed closely by Joe Marler at 6/4.”
With tensions running high and alliances fraying, the finale promises to deliver one of the most explosive conclusions in The Celebrity Traitors history.
Could the royals be heading to reality TV? Bookies have revealed tongue in cheek odds on Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson making shock appearances on some of Britain’s biggest reality series and it’s certainly got people talking, Dave James writes.
According to WhatAreTheOdds.co.uk, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is priced at 80/1 to sign up for Celebrity Traitors, 66/1 for I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 2025, and 100/1 to enter the Big Brother house.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Reality TV Odds
| TV Show | Odds to Appear |
|---|---|
| Celebrity Traitors | 80/1 |
| I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 2025 | 66/1 |
| Big Brother | 100/1 |
His ex-wife Sarah Ferguson, meanwhile, is considered the more likely of the two to make the leap into reality TV at 50/1 for Celebrity Traitors, 33/1 for I’m A Celebrity 2025, and 66/1 for Big Brother.
Sarah Ferguson Reality TV Odds
| TV Show | Odds to Appear |
|---|---|
| Celebrity Traitors | 50/1 |
| I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 2025 | 33/1 |
| Big Brother | 66/1 |
Dave James, spokesperson for WhatAreTheOdds.co.uk, said:
“We’ve priced these specials more for fun than form, but it’s not impossible. Sarah Ferguson has shown a real flair for connecting with the public and wouldn’t be out of place in a reality setting. As for Prince Andrew, it’s safe to say producers might think twice before sending him into the jungle.”
James added that the royals’ relationship with television has always fascinated the public and reality TV could be the next frontier.
“Fergie has appeared on talk shows and documentaries, and she’s clearly comfortable in front of the camera. With her sense of humour and down to earth personality, she’d actually fit right into something like I’m A Celebrity or even The Traitors.”
When asked about Prince Andrew’s long odds, Dave joked:
“At 100/1 for Big Brother, you’re more likely to see him in the audience than in the house. But after the last few years, who knows what surprises the world of TV has in store?”
The bookmaker says these light-hearted specials are often a reflection of public chatter rather than serious betting markets.
“Every time a new series of The Traitors or I’m A Celebrity is announced, we see a flurry of bets on surprise names,” Dave explained. “The public loves to speculate and the royals always get people talking.”
While the odds remain long, royal fans are no strangers to surprise TV cameos. With The Traitors and I’m A Celebrity both among the UK’s most-watched shows, even a whisper of Windsor involvement is enough to set social media alight.
“Reality TV thrives on unpredictability,” James added. “If Fergie ever did sign up, it would break the internet and probably smash viewing records overnight.”