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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 on Thursday 04 December 2025 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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Ashley Cain: Into the Danger Zone

Filipino Gang Life
Ashley heads to the Philippines to find out if joining a gang is the only way to survive in the extreme poverty that affects so many in the capital, Manila.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer

Australian Survivor

Is Blood thicker than Water? Tribe swap determines whether lines are drawn between alliances and loved ones.
Runtime: 1 hr 15 min

Australian Survivor

When Tribe unity comes between Sophie and KJ, what will win: head, heart, Blood or Water?
Runtime: 1 hr

Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury

Episode 7
Injured and unable to box, Tommy swaps the ring for Marbella, family time with Bambi and a seat on The Wheel. But with his hand out of action, will he manage to stay on track?
Runtime: 30 min

Horrible Histories

The past is no longer a mystery ...
From taking man to the moon to figuring out how to get rid of a poo in a submarine, Mark Labbett joins Rattus for a look at some of history’s most brilliant brainboxes.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Horrible Histories

Kings and Queens - A Right Royal Special
Featuring a new sketch with Elizabeth I searching for a successor in her show England’s Got Monarchs, and Rattus is the guide through some of HH's most regal sketches!
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer

The Catch Up

A round-up of the day's news.
Runtime: 5 min

Top Gear

Part 1
Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May take three sports cars on a gruelling 1,600-mile journey through the spectacular landscapes of Patagonia.
Runtime: 1 hr 5 min

Top Gear

Part 2
Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May continue in their quest to take three V8-engined sports cars on an epic journey through Patagonia.
Runtime: 1 hr

Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury

Episode 7
Injured and unable to box, Tommy swaps the ring for Marbella, family time with Bambi and a seat on The Wheel. But with his hand out of action, will he manage to stay on track?
Runtime: 30 min

Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury

Episode 8
With his hand healed, Tommy’s back in training and focusing on family time. Meanwhile, John has had a health scare…
Runtime: 30 min

Fake Friend: The Ticket Scammer

Unmasking the Somerset high-flyer
How a Somerset high-flyer turned his charm and connections into tools of deception – conning his school friends and hundreds of others while living a life of glamour himself.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Thursday 04 December) on BBC Three, you can watch Horrible Histories, The Catch Up, Top Gear, and Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury. 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 00:05 with Fake Friend: The Ticket Scammer.

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