BBC Three TV Guide

View the BBC Three (BBC3) schedule for today. BBC Three showcases boundary-pushing comedy, drama and factual storytelling made for younger audiences. See what's on BBC Three today with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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Laugh Lessons

Sex Ed: We Deserve Better
Schoolgirl Steph stands up for our rights to learn the whole truth about sex - the good, the bad and the ugly - and challenge the status quo of sex education in the UK.

The Catch Up

A round-up of the day's news with Ben Henley-Washford.
Runtime: 5 min

Doctor Who (2005–2022)

When the Doctor meets another Doctor, the two must combine forces to stop the Cybermen and the colossal CyberKing.
Runtime: 1 hr

Doctor Who (2005–2022)

Festive edition of the time-travelling drama. The Doctor has one hour to save a crashing spaceship and a miser's soul - but what lurks in the fog?
Runtime: 1 hr

Top Gear

Motoring magazine. Jeremy, Richard and James are challenged to each drive a second-hand car across the wilds of Botswana, facing obstacles such as salt pans, rivers and animals.
Runtime: 1 hr

Matthew Perry and the Ketamine Queen

Documentary investigating the events leading up to the shocking death of Friends star Matthew Perry and the woman at the centre of the case, dubbed the 'Ketamine Queen' by US prosecutors.
Runtime: 1 hr 5 min

Man Like Mobeen

Bagpuss
Comedy. Mobeen receives a surprise visit from armed police, who arrest Eight on suspicion of supplying drugs to schoolkids in Small Heath.
Runtime: 20 min i Available on iPlayer

Man Like Mobeen

Wifey Riddim
Comedy. When Mobeen learns that his little sister Aks has been suspended from school for fighting, he realises that he might not be the best role model for her.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer

Man Like Mobeen

Upper Room
When the boys visit Eight's Dadha on his deathbed, they are disturbed to hear he has been keeping a dark secret and needs help.
Runtime: 20 min i Available on iPlayer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Wednesday 17 December) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Doctor Who (2005–2022), Top Gear, and Matthew Perry and the Ketamine Queen. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Three live?

You can watch BBC Three 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 Three today?

Today's programming on BBC Three ends at 00:15 with Man Like Mobeen.

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.

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