Not long ago, had viewers glued to their screens each weeknight as they watched a group of individuals lie and scheme for a substantial cash prize.
Now, the creators of this hit show have developed a new programme set to air on later this year, titled The Inheritance.
This immersive and mischievous 12-part series offers a group of strangers the chance to win a massive fortune. Set in a grand English country estate, 12 unsuspecting participants are enticed by the opportunity to inherit a portion of a vast wealth left behind by a “glamorous benefactor”, known only as The Deceased.
The players receive a video message from beyond the grave instructing them to work together to complete a series of challenges and unlock funds from The Inheritance.
The show’s synopsis reveals: “The better they perform, the more money is released. But The Deceased had a wicked sense of humour and one ruthless condition: to win the game they must persuade all others that only they should be entrusted with the money.”
The Traitors’ team set to bring new ‘inevitable betrayal’ show to Channel 4 (Image: CHANNEL 4)
Described as a ‘wickedly immersive reality competition’, The Inheritance promises a game of wit, willpower, persuasion, and betrayal. It’s not about who deserves the money, but who can outplay, out-charm, and out-scheme the competition to claim it.
Viewers can expect mind games, mischief and, naturally, plenty of drama along the way, reports
As the anticipation for the series mounts, Steve Handley, Channel 4’s Head of Reality and Entertainment, expressed his excitement: “The Inheritance isn’t just a battle of strategy, alliances, and inevitable betrayals – it’s a cocktail of drama, jeopardy, and outright mischief that Reality fans love.
“I can’t wait to see how our players handle the challenges, the twists, and a few sneaky surprises.”
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Tim Harcourt, Studio Lambert’s Chief Creative Officer, reflected on the show’s premise: “We often work together in life and yet some team-members seem to get so much more than others.
“This incredible game – part Knives Out, part Succession – can finally show us why this happens… and what better way to explore the notions of fairness and entitlement than through the delicious prism of a fight over a will’.”
The broadcast date for The Inheritance remains under wraps.