If you’ve ever watched and thought, “I could survive that roundtable,” your chance to enter the manor may be closer than you think.
Following the dramatic finale of Season 3, officially confirmed that the hit reality competition will return for Season 5 — and casting is already drawing attention from fans across the country. With the franchise continuing to grow in popularity, many viewers are also looking ahead to what could become Season 5 in 2027.
The murder mystery-style competition series has become one of Canada’s biggest reality TV successes, combining strategy, deception, alliances and shocking betrayals inside a castle-like manor setting.
Hosted by award-winning actress , the series follows contestants competing in missions to build a cash prize while secretly trying to uncover the hidden “traitors” living among them.
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Here’s what applicants need to know
According to current casting details released for Season 5, applicants must be at least 19 years old and either Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada. Contestants also need to be available for filming for approximately two weeks, with production expected to begin in Spring 2027.
The online application reportedly takes around 30 minutes to complete and asks questions about personality, strategy, and gameplay style — including whether applicants believe they would make a better “traitor” or “faithful.”
Applicants are also required to submit:
- A short introduction video
- Three recent photos
- Personal background information
- Social media details
Casting producers say videos do not need professional editing, but they do want contestants to show personality, confidence and authenticity.
Why fans are already talking about Season 5
Even though Season 5 has not premiered yet, fans online are already discussing future seasons of the franchise and debating which reality stars or everyday Canadians could eventually join the game. Reddit discussions surrounding the renewal announcement have sparked speculation about potential future contestants and gameplay twists.
The Canadian version has helped expand the global success of the “Traitors” franchise, which now includes editions in the U.S., U.K., Australia, France, New Zealand, Hungary, Ireland and India.
Around the world, the franchise has picked up major television awards, including Emmy and BAFTA recognition.
Where Canadians can watch the series
In Canada, streams on , where viewers can catch up on previous seasons filled with banishments, betrayals and unexpected eliminations.
Meanwhile, , Vice-President of Content Development and Programming at Bell Media, recently praised the show’s continued momentum, saying each season delivers “twists, betrayals, and banishments that keep fans eager for more.”
For Canadians who believe they can outsmart fellow players, survive suspicion and avoid being “murdered” in the game, the next casting opportunity might just be the beginning of their reality TV journey.
