Will there be a Season 2 of The Traitors Ireland?
Direct answer? Oh yes, season 2 is happening, and the castle doors are officially swinging open for new applicants. The first season only wrapped recently, but the appetite for plotting, paranoia, and those gloriously tense roundtable showdowns is still sky-high. It’s honestly wild how quickly the show went from a quirky newcomer to a full-on “have you seen last night’s Traitors?” office-canteen staple. RTÉ One and Kite Entertainment have wasted no time: they’re already scouting fresh Faithfuls and, of course, fiendish new Traitors.
A mate of mine spent the whole first season pretending she’d “never” get sucked into a reality show, but by the finale, she was building her dream contestant list and honestly? I'd back her to be a fantastic Faithful—until she inevitably stabbed me in the back, obviously. That’s the kind of energy this show brings out.
What’s New for Season 2?
The main news: applications are open, the buzz is growing, and hopefuls are already slipping into those metaphorical murder-cloaks. If you’ve ever watched the show and quietly fancied yourself a master manipulator—or just get a nervy thrill at the thought of being locked in a castle for a bit—now is your chance.
What really stands out from this new round is the enthusiasm of both the production team and the previous cast to get the ball rolling. Kite Entertainment put out a call on social media with a cheeky “Do you have what it takes?” that feels equal parts challenge and inside joke. There’s something oddly comforting about knowing that, behind all the machinations, there’s a production company roasting themselves over screening the avalanche of applications.
Here’s how to throw your hat in the ring, if you’re tempted:
- Email [email protected] for more details.
- Be ready to share a little about yourself…and probably be interviewed like you’re entering Witness Protection.
- Maybe practice your “innocent” face in the mirror. Not that I’ve done that.
Where Will Season 2 Happen?
No surprise—the next series will return to the now-iconic Slane Castle in County Meath. The location has quickly become a character in its own right: those stormy turrets and candle-lit corridors absolutely ooze atmosphere. Honestly, even if you weren't picked as a Traitor or Faithful, I'd be tempted to sneak into the castle just to poke around the kitchens (not encouraged, do not get arrested).
What Can Fans Expect This Time Around?
If season 1 is anything to go by, season 2 should double down on everything fans adore: heated debates at the round tables, dramatic betrayals, and a few sly in-jokes from the returning production team. The combination of alliances, backstabbing, and those wild “banishments” is a tricky cocktail that somehow just works. Every time someone swears they’ve cracked the code—a twist pops up, and the whole castle’s in uproar.
There’s also talk among fans and ex-contestants (check out the comments on the casting posts) that this series could up the stakes with new game mechanics or challenges. Consider it a friendly warning: if you thought last year’s roundtable arguments were spicy, wait till everyone’s playing with something to prove.
Why Has The Traitors Ireland Caught On?
Some shows arrive at just the right moment, and this is one of them. Maybe it’s the thrill of outsmarting your mates, or the collective gasp when someone gets “murdered.” Or maybe it’s that mix of sharp gameplay and real emotions—the friendships, the feuds, the genuine surprise when someone who seemed trustworthy turns out to be plotting your doom. Even folks who swear reality TV isn’t for them have been drawn in: my usually-brainy cousin called it “Werewolf for adults, but scarier.”
Not to be all grandiose, but right now, Traitors feels like the rare show where you’re genuinely never sure who’s safe, who’s narrating their way to victory, or who’s about to get played. There’s a comfort in the chaos. And, let’s be honest, a lot of laughs watching people try to keep a straight face during the most suspicious breakfast ever.
