BBC One TV Guide
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BBC One Schedule — Mon 18 May
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:15 AM (12:15 AM UK Time )
12:15 AM
12:20 AM
Joins BBC News — 00:20
BBC One joins the BBC's rolling news channel for a night of news.
Runtime:
5 hr 40 min
6:00 AM
Breakfast — 06:00
The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team.
Runtime:
3 hr 30 min
9:30 AM
Morning Live — 09:30
Join Gethin Jones, Helen Skelton, Michelle Ackerley and the team for conversation, advice and tips to make your day that little bit easier.
Runtime:
1 hr 15 min
10:45 AM
Rip Off Britain — 10:45
Wet wipe blockage flooded my garden with sewage
The team investigate why some brands continue to label their wet wipes as flushable despite the major drain blockages caused by wet wipes that cost millions to repair every year.
Runtime:
45 min
11:30 AM
Homes Under the Hammer — 11:30
A Family Affair
All three property renovations today are led by family partnerships - a husband, wife and daughter team in Madeley, brothers-in-law in Castleton and an entire family in Newton Aycliffe get stuck in.
Runtime:
45 min
12:15 PM
Bargain Hunt — 12:15
Kingston 20
Let’s hope it’s not all downhill for two teams of bargain hunters as they scour the stalls of an antiques centre in Kingston upon Thames.
Runtime:
45 min
1:00 PM
1:35 PM
BBC London — 13:35
Lunchtime News: 18/05/2026
The latest news, sport and weather from London.
Runtime:
10 min
1:45 PM
2:00 PM
RHS Chelsea Flower Show — 14:00
Episode 1
Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell have an exclusive first look at all the excitement of Press Day at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026.
Runtime:
1 hr
3:00 PM
Escape to the Country — 15:00
Carmarthenshire
Denise Nurse helps a couple return to Carmarthenshire to raise their child in the countryside and meets a family who have recently relocated and are loving life in their farmhouse.
Runtime:
45 min
3:45 PM
The Repair Shop on the Road — 15:45
East Lothian - Saving the Musselburgh Carriage
The experts race against time to restore a historic carriage before a town procession, a unique musical instrument needs some TLC, and Will gets a makeover at Scotland’s oldest bespoke tailors.
4:30 PM
Bridge of Lies — 16:30
Episode 12
Family of four Carol, Sam, Ben and Josie take on the Bridge of Lies. One by one, they must cross the Bridge, stepping on the truths and avoiding the lies.
Runtime:
45 min
5:15 PM
Pointless — 17:15
Episode 29
Alexander Armstrong is joined by co-host Susan Wokoma for the quiz where contestants try to score as few points as possible by coming up with the answers no-one else could think of.
Runtime:
45 min
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
BBC London — 18:30
Evening News: 18/05/2026
The latest news, sport and weather from London.
Runtime:
30 min
7:00 PM
The One Show — 19:00
Joseph Fiennes and Ben Miller chat to Alex and Roman, and an extra special 20th anniversary surprise at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
Runtime:
30 min
7:30 PM
EastEnders — 19:30
Lauren makes a risky decision, Jasmine, Oscar and Josh spend the day together, and Gina fears for her dad.
Runtime:
30 min
8:00 PM
Panorama — 20:00
The Dark Side of Married at First Sight - Panorama
Panorama investigates allegations that raise serious concerns that welfare procedures on Married at First Sight UK have failed contributors, leaving them at risk of harm.
Runtime:
30 min
8:30 PM
The Smuggling Business: Undercover — 20:30
An undercover BBC investigation into people smuggling gangs operating in France, revealing how small boat crossings to the UK are being organised and paid for in plain sight.
Runtime:
30 min
9:00 PM
The Cage — 21:00
Episode 5
As forces close in on Matty and Leanne, and the evidence stacks up against them, can they pull off one last roll of the dice?
Runtime:
1 hr
10:00 PM
BBC News at Ten — 22:00
The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide.
Runtime:
30 min
10:30 PM
BBC London — 22:30
Late News: 18/05/2026
The latest news, sport and weather from London.
Runtime:
10 min
10:40 PM
Have I Got News for You — 22:40
Episode 7
Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts, with guest panellists comedian Bella Hull and Karl Turner MP joining team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton as they delve into the news.
Runtime:
30 min
11:10 PM
Crazy Rich Asians — 23:10
New Yorker Rachel Chu accompanies her boyfriend, Nick, to his best friend's wedding in Singapore and discovers that Nick is one of the country's wealthiest and most sought-after bachelors.
Runtime:
1 hr 50 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC One tonight?
Tonight (Monday 18 May) on BBC One, you can watch The One Show, EastEnders, Panorama, and The Smuggling Business: Undercover. Check the full schedule for more details.
How can I watch BBC One live?
You can watch BBC One live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.
When does programming end on BBC One today?
Today's programming on BBC One ends at 01:00 with Crazy Rich Asians.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.