In a last-minute scheduling adjustment, the BBC has announced a revised broadcast time for the highly anticipated grand finale of The Traitors season 4. The climactic episode, which airs tonight, Friday 23rd January 2026, will now commence at 8:30 pm on BBC One and the iPlayer streaming service. This represents a notable shift from the programme's established 8 pm slot, which has been consistent throughout the current series.
Extended Broadcast and Aftershow Details
The final episode itself is scheduled to run for an extended duration of 75 minutes, promising a longer, more immersive conclusion to the psychological game. Immediately following the main event, viewers can tune into the companion aftershow, The Traitors: Uncloaked. Hosted by Ed Gamble, this special edition will begin at 9:45 pm and will also feature an extended runtime of 45 minutes. The programme is set to feature exclusive interviews with both the victorious winners and the defeated contestants from the tense finale.
A Dramatic Lead-In to the Finale
The penultimate episode, which aired earlier this week, concluded on a dramatic cliffhanger that has left audiences on the edge of their seats. The roundtable banishment vote resulted in a deadlock between contestants James and Rachel, with both receiving an equal number of votes. This unprecedented tie forced the game to resort to the fate-deciding "Chests of Chance," leaving the ultimate decision to pure luck and heightening the suspense for the final episode.
Earlier in that same penultimate instalment, Faithful contestant Roxy became the last player to be "murdered" by the remaining Traitors. However, in a crucial twist, the contestants collectively succeeded in completing the episode's challenge. This victory had a significant strategic impact, as it successfully prevented the Traitors from carrying out their final permitted murder, thereby altering the power dynamics heading into the finale.
This scheduling change and the extended programming underscore the BBC's commitment to delivering a comprehensive and eventful conclusion to one of its most popular reality formats. Fans are advised to adjust their viewing plans accordingly to ensure they catch every moment of the deception, strategy, and final revelations.
