Spoiler warning: this article contains key developments from the penultimate and final episodes of The Traitors season 4.
As The Traitors UK heads into its final episode, one of the biggest talking points among fans is Rachel’s role in the game and whether she accidentally outed herself as a Traitor — even though the other contestants failed to catch it.
Rachel’s Strategic, But Sneaky, Gameplay
Rachel and fellow Traitor Stephen have dominated the later stages of the season. Together they’ve steered the game from the shadows, influencing major decisions at round tables while staying under suspicion for most of the series.
But in a recent episode, viewers noticed something curious: Rachel confidently claimed she knew who a Traitor was and signaled that she wouldn’t reveal it until round table voting. She then led the charge against Ellie — a player who turned out to be a Faithful.
That move left many fans scratching their heads. After all, aggressively backing the banishment of someone who wasn’t a Traitor usually puts a target on a player’s back — but the rest of the cast didn’t seem to catch on.
The Penultimate Round Table Ends in Climactic Cliffhanger
In the latest episode, the round table came down to a dramatic tie between Rachel and Faithful James. After two tied votes, the decision was left to chance — meaning Rachel’s place in the final hinges on luck as much as strategy.
Whether Rachel makes it through could determine the shape of the finale. If she doesn’t survive, Stephen would enter the final as the sole Traitor, facing off against a majority of Faithfuls.
Fans and Critics Weigh In
Fans online have been vocal about Rachel’s gameplay, with many impressed by her ability to keep suspicion low for so long — despite several strategic moves that could’ve exposed her. Others argue that her tactical choices should have been red flags much earlier in the series.
Meanwhile, critics note that this season has leaned into high-stakes strategy and intense psychological play more heavily than earlier editions, making characters like Rachel central to the drama and suspense.
What Happens Next?
The final episode airs tonight on BBC One and iPlayer (check your local listings for the exact broadcast time). With the outcome of the penultimate round table still unresolved, anything can happen — and Rachel’s fate could be either a masterstroke or her undoing.
