The Celebrity Traitors: A Record-Breaking Launch
Spoilers Ahead!
After the success of the inaugural series of The Celebrity Traitors, the anticipation for its follow-up was palpable. Fortunately, the second season’s launch did not disappoint, with nearly nine million viewers tuning in, setting a record for the most-watched launch of any UK version of The Traitors.
Viewership and Reception
On the morning following the launch, reports confirmed that 8.9 million people watched the episode live—three million more than the first season’s debut. This number is expected to grow as more viewers catch up. Critics have praised the season’s opening, with HuffPost UK calling it the “most chaotic launch” yet and The Times awarding it a five-star review.
Critical Acclaim
- HuffPost UK noted that any doubts about the show living up to its predecessor quickly faded during the chaotic launch.
- The Times described the show as “back with a twist and better than ever,” declaring it the best reality TV show in Britain.
- Reviews from Metro and The Independent also highlighted the excitement of the new season, both giving it perfect scores.
- The Guardian provided a four-star review, acknowledging that while it may not have captured “lightning in a franchised bottle” as successfully as before, it laid the groundwork for relationships and alliances.
What’s Next?
The next episode promises to follow the fallout from Richard E Grant’s jaw-dropping blunder and will reveal whether he and Maya Jama will align with comedian James Acaster or broadcaster Amol Rajan.
Stay tuned! The Celebrity Traitors continues on Friday nights at 8 PM on BBC One.
