Twisty-turny murder mystery The Traitors is here to remind us that suspicion and cliques are our natural state.
This review is spoiler-free.
Theyre still making those things even though they kill people?
Dutch-Belgian originalDe Verradersdoesnt use estate agents, but celebrities.
Since 2021, the format has spread itself around the globe faster than a new Coronavirus variant.
There are now versions in France, Norway, Spain, Belgium and Australia.
Confusingly, the American versions going to be calledSusans The Traitorsdespite being hosted byAlan Cumming.
Who is Susan and can we trust her?
One mystery of many.
Contestants dont have to have sex, chew up wildlife or get married on camera.
So essentially a hen do, themed loosely around the occult.
Cluck cluck I can spot fakes a mile off.
Cluck cluck people underestimate me.
Cluck cluck Ive got no filter.
Cluck cluck I didnt come here to make friends.
Nobody came to make friends.
They came to launch media careers and a chance at the 120,000 prize money.
The first of those involves lighting two giant wicker hares on fire using rowboats and a homemade fuse.
(It was using your fingers so you know, it was all really intense.)
Will the Faithfuls sniff out the Traitors?
Theyre all certain they can spot a liar and play other people like violins.
Early evidence though, suggest otherwise.
Episodes one to three will also be available to stream on BBC iPlayer on the same day.
Rating:
3 out of 5
