The Celebrity Traitors final 'most watched episode' on UK TV this year
It came to an emotional end
Last updated 7th Nov 2025
The first ever series of The Celebrity Traitors was one of the most talked about shows on British TV — and now it's been revealed around 12 million people tuned in to see the grande finale, making it the most watched episode on UK TV this year!
Following the penultimate episode last week (Thursday 30th October), enthusiasts had been counting down the days until the final, which aired in a 70-minute spectacular with Claudia Winkleman on Thursday 6th November.
Despite spoilers filling the internet, following a leak of the episode, excited fans tuned in to watch Alan Carr win the cash prize for his charity, beating fellow Traitor, Cat Burns and Faithfuls, David Olusoga, Nick Mohammed and Joe Marler, in the final.
Find out how the episode unfolded in our Celebrity Traitors recap.
When was the final?
The final took place during a 70-minute episode on Thursday 6th November.
The news was announced on social media last month, with the caption: 'By order of #TheTraitors, do not miss #TheCelebrityTraitors Finale from 6th Nov at 9pm 👀 #ClaudiaWinkleman #Traitor #Faithful.'
How many people watched the final?
The BBC have revealed 11.1 million people tuned in to watch the final on the night it aired, rising to more than 12 million by the following morning. That makes it the most watched episode in Traitors history, with this year's civilian The Traitors pulling in 7.4 million viewers.
How to watch the final
The final episode of Celebrity Traitors aired at 9pm on BBC One and is now available to catch up on BBC iPlayer.
The show was followed by an extra special extended episode of The Celebrity Traitors: Uncloaked on BBC Two.
Was it shown in cinemas?
Yes! A number of small cinemas across the UK aired the live final, including Woolwich Works, The Light in New Brighton, The Light Cinema in Wisbech, and The Mockingbird Cinema in Birmingham.
Which celebs took part in the show?
Following a number of murders and banishments over the last few weeks, just five celebs remained on the show for the final, including two Traitors and three Faithfuls.
Alan Carr: TRAITOR and WINNER
Age: 48
Best known for: Comedian and TV host
David Olusoga: FAITHFUL
Age: 55
Best known for: British historian and writer
LOST in the final to traitor, Alan Carr
Nick Mohammed: FAITHFUL
Age: 44
Best known for: Actor
LOST in the final to traitor, Alan Carr
Cat Burns: TRAITOR
Age: 24
Best known for: Singer/Songwriter
BANISHED in the final
Joe Marler: FAITHFUL
Age: 34
Best known for: Former English rugby union player
BANISHED in the final
Kate Garraway: FAITHFUL
Age: 57
Best known for: TV and Radio host
BANISHED in episode 8
Celia Imrie: FAITHFUL
Age: 72
Best known for: Actress
MURDERED in episode 8
Jonathan Ross: TRAITOR
Age: 64
Best known for: TV host
BANISHED in episode 7
Lucy Beaumont: FAITHFUL
Age: 41
Best known for: Comedian
MURDERED in episode 7
Joe Wilkinson: FAITHFUL
Age: 49
Best known for: Actor and comedian
MURDERED in episode 6
Stephen Fry: FAITHFUL
Age: 67
Best known for: TV host and actor
BANISHED in episode 6
Mark Bonnar: FAITHFUL
Age: 56
Best known for: Actor
BANISHED in episode 6
Charlotte Church: FAITHFUL
Age: 39
Best known for: Singer
MURDERED in episode 5
Clare Balding: FAITHFUL
Age: 54
Best known for: TV host
BANISHED in episode 4
Ruth Codd: FAITHFUL
Age: 28
Best known for: Actress
MURDERED in episode 4
Tameka Empson: FAITHFUL
Age: 48
Best known for: Actress and comedian
BANISHED in episode 3
Tom Daley: FAITHFUL
Age: 30
Best known for: Olympic diver
MURDERED in episode 3
Niko Omilana: FAITHFUL
Age: 27
Best known for: YouTuber
BANISHED in episode 3
Paloma Faith: FAITHFUL
Age: 43
Best known for: Singer
MURDERED in episode 2
Will there be another series?
It's widely rumoured there WILL be a second series of The Celebrity Traitors, but it's yet to be officially confirmed by the BBC.
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The Traitors: Ireland is coming to BBC iPlayer very soon
Everything there is to know about The Celebrity Traitors
Applications are now open for The Traitors series 5