RTÉ sets August 30 premiere for Traitors Ireland season 2

The second season of the popular reality competition "The Traitors Ireland" will premiere on Sunday, August 30, on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player, the national broadcaster announced. The show, filmed once again at Slane Castle in County Meath, will see actress and comedian Siobhán McSweeney return as host, with contestants competing for a prize fund of up to 50,000 euros.

Producers have promised a fresh group of players, new twists, and heightened gameplay for the upcoming season. The format, adapted from a Dutch original, involves a group of contestants, known as "Faithfuls," attempting to identify a secret group of "Traitors" among them. The Traitors covertly eliminate other players, while the Faithfuls work through daily challenges and group deliberations to banish suspected traitors and protect the prize pot.

Teresa Smith, Commissioning Editor for Factual Entertainment at RTÉ, said the network is delighted to welcome audiences back for the new season. She stated that the first series captivated viewers and that the stakes are even higher this time, with audiences promised drama, intrigue, and unforgettable moments.

The show's debut season in 2025 proved to be a significant ratings...