Who Plays False? The Celebrities Joining “Die Verräter” in 2026
18 celebrities. A castle. And a lot of distrust. “Die Verräter – Trust Nobody!” returns to RTL and RTL+ with a brand new season starting August 17. This award-winning format presents a unique twist as 18 celebrities battle against each other, but not everyone is playing fair. Hidden among them are traitors pulling the strings behind the scenes.
The Quest for Loyalty: Breaking the Curse
Hosted by Sonja Zietlow, the latest season features a diverse cast including football stars, TV legends, models, influencers, musicians, an Olympic medalist, and a successful podcaster. The contestants include Cathy Hummels, Max Kruse, Hardy Krüger, Tine Wittler, Ralph Morgenstern, Urs Meier, Peyman Amin, Marijke Amado, Alexa Maria Surholt, Marcel Nguyen, Gabriel Kelly, Papis Loveday, Ania Niedieck, Philipp Fleiter, Ann-Kathrin Bendixen, Joelina Drews, and the identical twins Julia and Nina Meise.
This season’s storyline revolves around the crucial question: can the loyal players finally break the curse that has allowed the traitors to win in the previous three seasons? As lies, suspicions, and surprising twists abound, the audience will watch as contestants vie for a silver treasure of up to €50,000. Who will accuse the wrong individuals? Who will lose their cool? And who will manage to keep their true identity hidden until the very end? Only the audience and Sonja Zietlow possess the full truth.
Broadcast Details: When Do “Die Verräter” Episodes Air?
The show premieres at 8:15 PM on weekdays, running from Mondays to Thursdays. “Die Verräter – Trust Nobody!” starts on Monday, August 17, marking a two-week crime event featuring eight episodes that inject suspicion into viewers’ summer. Fans can catch new episodes streaming on RTL+ starting August 3, while the grand finale airs on RTL on August 27, one day after it’s available on RTL+.
The captivating nature of this show lies in its underlying game principle. “Die Verräter – Trust Nobody!” brings together 18 celebrities, but some play a double game. The show opens with host Sonja Zietlow appointing the first traitors, who will blend in with the loyal players undetected. Only the viewers and the traitors know their identities, experiencing this intricate game of deception closely.
Game Mechanics: How Does “Die Verräter” Work?
This season introduces a new twist: a phone call changes everything. A hidden traitor will be appointed before the group’s eyes, but none will know who has received that consequential call. This twist creates a double game for the chosen contestant, who must maintain their façade while keeping the truth concealed.
Throughout the show, the traitors will strike covertly while also becoming targets of suspicion themselves. The round table discussions decide who progresses towards victory and who must exit the game. Despite the spread of accusations and power plays, the celebrities must collaborate. In missions, they can earn silver bars worth up to €50,000, but ultimately, only one side will emerge victorious: the loyalists or the traitors.
With its blend of strategy, psychology, and entertainment, “Die Verräter” not only keeps audiences on the edge of their seats but also invites them to participate in unraveling the intricate web of deception. Don’t miss out as the brand new season promises to be the most thrilling yet!
