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 on Saturday 24 January 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Sat 24 Jan
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Stacey Dooley — 01:05
Costa del Narcos
Stacey Dooley gains unique access to police, dealers and smugglers in southern Spain, the main gateway for drugs into Europe.
Things You Should Have Done — 02:05
Get Therapy
Chi is once again forced to contend with life and death, but this time under the guidance of unhinged grief counsellor Ruth. The gang go to bingo in search of answers.
Things You Should Have Done — 02:35
Do Something Entrepreneurial
The family find themselves in crippling debt. Chi and Lucas discover a fool-proof moneymaking scheme, and Dave attempts to reconnect with an estranged, rich relative.
Things You Should Have Done — 03:05
Give Back to Others
Chi gives back to those less fortunate, including her depressed grief counsellor, Ruth. Dave and Lucas embark on a well-intentioned crime spree.
My Mate's a Bad Date — 03:35
Vicky
Twenty-one-year-old Vicky is super-picky. Oloni wants her to drop her guard, open up and stop analysing her dates, but she has to pull out all the stops to melt this ice queen.
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:00
The Rebel Flesh
A solar tsunami liberates doppelgangers from their human 'originals'. And when the Doctor arrives, the deaths begin...
Runtime:
45 min
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:45
The Almost People
The Doctor must convince terrified factory workers to trust their doppelgangers. But there's a killer on the loose...
Runtime:
45 min
Gavin & Stacey — 20:30
Episode 3
Uncle Bryn drives the family to Essex to meet the Shipmans, and all is going well until Gavin and Stacey make an announcement that throws all the bonhomie out the window.
Gavin & Stacey — 21:00
Episode 4
Comedy series about a long-distance relationship. The Shipmans travel to Wales for the wedding fayre. Nessa confides in Stacey her big secret.
Mrs Brown's Boys — 21:30
Mammy's Merchandise
Comedy series about a loudmouthed Irish matriarch. With the wedding looming, the Brown household is in crisis as Dermot and Agnes disagree over the best man.
Mrs Brown's Boys — 22:00
Mammy Rides Again
Comedy about a brash Irish matriarch. Mrs Brown's hopes of impressing the bride's mother hit trouble when she fails to receive an invitation to Maria's hen party.
Things You Should Have Done — 22:30
Get Therapy
Chi is once again forced to contend with life and death, but this time under the guidance of unhinged grief counsellor Ruth. The gang go to bingo in search of answers.
Things You Should Have Done — 23:00
Do Something Entrepreneurial
The family find themselves in crippling debt. Chi and Lucas discover a fool-proof moneymaking scheme, and Dave attempts to reconnect with an estranged, rich relative.
Things You Should Have Done — 23:30
Give Back to Others
Chi gives back to those less fortunate, including her depressed grief counsellor, Ruth. Dave and Lucas embark on a well-intentioned crime spree.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 24 January) on BBC Three, you can watch Doctor Who (2005–2022), Gavin & Stacey, and Mrs Brown's Boys. 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 00:00 with Things You Should Have Done.
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.