Netflix Outer Banks fans spot 'major betrayal' in season 4, part 2 trailer - but they're not surprised

The next five episodes of Outer Banks season four are tantalisingly close, and the latest trailer has sparked excitement among fans with glimpses of the upcoming adventures.

The second part is set for release this Thursday, November 7, as we see the Pogues continue their treasure-seeking escapades in Morocco.

The midseason finale last month ended on a bombshell with the revelation that JJ Maybank (played by Rudy Pankow) isn't Luke's (Gary Weeks) biological son but instead, the son of Chandler Groff (J. Anthony Crane) and Larissa Genrette, who was presumed dead alongside her infant years prior.

With the arrival of the new trailer, Netflix users have begun speculating over the fates of their favourite characters, particularly after spotting a chilling moment where Rafe Cameron (Drew Starkey) seems to threaten John B Routledge (Chase Stokes) with a knife.

One observant fan took to Reddit saying, "I was watching the trailer again when I noticed Rafe pulling out a knife on John B," adding further intrigue because, "This went unnoticed I think bcz I saw nobody talking about it. What do you guys thinks? Will Rafe betray the pogues when he finally gets the treasure??", reports the Mirror.

While Rafe appeared to be on a path to reconciliation with his sister Sarah Cameron (Madelyn Cline) at the end of the last season, his potential return to his darker ways might seem unexpected to some.

Yet, long-time watchers may find this development less surprising given Rafe's history of imperilling the group across the first three seasons.

Responding to the newfound speculation, one viewer succinctly said: "That is on brand for Rafe."

"Not surprised tbh I mean it's Rafe," commented one person, with the original poster replying: "My a**