Viewers of the popular BBC One show, The Traitors, have sparked controversy by claiming the series may be “staged” after identifying what they describe as a significant flaw. As the fourth season draws to a close this week, participants continue to navigate the tension between the “Traitors” and the “Faithfuls,” leading to intense eliminations that have captivated audiences.
The series has been marked by unexpected twists, including crucial mistakes and dramatic banishments. As speculation runs high among fans about potential developments, including possible family connections among participants, a particular detail has caught the attention of viewers. According to reports from Wales Online, a discussion on Reddit has focused on the morning meal ritual that follows nightly eliminations.
Participants traditionally enter the breakfast area in groups, with the last group typically consisting of the Faithfuls who were targeted for elimination. One Reddit user highlighted this pattern, stating, “Throughout the entire history of the UK show, the Traitors have never appeared in the last round of contestants to arrive for breakfast.” This observation led to a lively debate among fans who speculated that this routine suggests a predetermined structure to the show.
In the thread titled “The one flaw that proves that the Traitors show is completely staged,” various commenters contributed their views. One participant pointed out, “Those being considered for murder almost always come in last at breakfast. Why don’t the Faithfuls ever think about that?” Another user echoed this sentiment, saying, “I’ve been saying this to my husband; how have they not noticed the pattern?”
Conversely, other viewers quickly contested this theory, arguing it was unfounded. One Redditor responded, “If they mix it up, and they have, then it’s a worthless theory because you don’t know which breakfast they’re mixing it up for.” Another added, “Because they also mix a Traitor in with those at least 2-3 times a season, so it doesn’t give you any useful information.”
Adding to the discussion, Mollie, a former contestant from season two, addressed these claims during an interview with Heat. She stated, “It is random. I get the theory that everyone’s saying, but sometimes, Traitors come in last, so you just wouldn’t know. I understand the theory and I think it’s a good topic, but it wouldn’t work like that—producers would have thought of that. The way they do it is really good.”
The ongoing debates underscore the passion of the show’s fanbase as they engage with the intricacies of the competition. The Traitors airs on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays on BBC One, and its captivating format continues to draw viewers from across the globe.
