The Traitors is set to return for a second series.
The BBC has struck a deal with production company Studio Lambert to bring the game show back for another run next year.
A show insider said: “The Traitors has become a big hit after just a few weeks.
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“It was a no-brainer to commission another series.
“Everyone is hoping it will be even more popular by next year and become one of the biggest shows on TV.” Claudia Winkleman, left, is expected to return as host.
My insider added: “Claudia absolutely loves the show and thinks it’s a brilliant format.
(Image: Fans have been loving the series)
“It’s basically a done deal that she’ll be back.”
An official announcement is due to be made within days.
The show follows a group of contestants competing to win £120,000.
And to get the cash they need to work out which members of the group are secretly working as traitors. It has become a TV sensation since it launched last month.
Millions of viewers are hooked and it has become a big talking point on social media.
(Image: BBC/Studio Lambert Associates/Llara Plaza)
Scores of celebs have been posting comments about the hit show. Comedian Ed Gamble said: “F***ing hell I love The Traitors.”
And Corrie star Sally Ann Matthews said: “OMG this show gets camper by the second and it’s ACE.”BBC series The Traitors set to return for new series after ‘no-brainer’ decision
One thing fans have loved about The Traitors so far is not knowing what will come next – with one baffling decision taking place in an episode earlier this week.
On December 7 two stars who “quit” in episode one made a shocking return after they were originally sent packing within just ten minutes of the first episode of the show.
(Image: BBC)
During their team’s mission, the pair revealed themselves, having worn golden masks to hide their identity throughout the game.
At that point Claudia shared a rule as she said: “”You can only leave The Traitors if you are murdered or banished.”
At the time fans praised the show for being “so good” and “anything can happen” on it – leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.
With twists and turns for season one – what could be in line for season 2?
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