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 Tuesday 27 January 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Tue 27 Jan
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The first program is at ( UK Time )
Things You Should Have Done — 00:20
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 — 00:50
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 — 01:20
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.
Top Gear — 01:50
Motoring magazine. Jeremy Clarkson celebrates the return of the handcrafted, coach-built car with a trip to Italy to drive the Alfa Romeo-based Touring Disco Volante.
Runtime:
1 hr
The Beauty Queen and the Catfish — 02:50
The Mystery Medic
When a mysterious doctor starts flirting with a former beauty queen online, she smells a love rat. But when she starts digging, the mystery deepens, and nothing is as it seems.
Runtime:
45 min
BBC Comedy Short Films — 03:35
Zoners
Brothers, flatmates and polar opposites Samir and Nikhil find themselves on an adventure when they accidentally steal a package from their maniac neighbour Ivan.
The Weakest Link — 19:30
Episode 3
Host Romesh Ranganathan is joined by journalists Sarah Smith, Kay Burley, Keme Nzerem, Vanessa Feltz, Jennie Bond, Michelle Ackerley, Matt Allwright and Lucrezia Millarini.
Runtime:
45 min
Alan Carr's Picture Slam — 20:15
Episode 1
Joining Alan Carr, hoping to win £10,000, are couple Daniel and Neil from Arbroath, Birmingham friends Ruth and Michelle, and Nottingham teachers Candice and Dan.
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs the World — 21:00
Episode 1
The international spin-off of Drag Race UK returns as the queens take on the Ruruvision Song Contest. Loreen joins the judging panel.
Runtime:
1 hr 15 min
Things You Should Have Done — 22:15
Get a GCSE
Chi sets out out to get an education but discovers a seismic betrayal. Lucas finds love at a touch-typing course.
Things You Should Have Done — 22:45
Find a Life Partner
Chi casts a very wide net in search of a life partner and finds love at the cinema. Lucas crumbles under pressure at work, and Dave makes a questionable life decision.
Things You Should Have Done — 23:15
Grow Up
The gang go trick or treating so that Chi can let go of her childhood and finally grow up. Grief, ghosts and heartbreak - it must be Halloween.
The Beauty Queen and the Catfish — 23:45
The Mystery Medic
When a mysterious doctor starts flirting with a former beauty queen online, she smells a love rat. But when she starts digging, the mystery deepens, and nothing is as it seems.
Runtime:
45 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Tuesday 27 January) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Weakest Link, and Alan Carr's Picture Slam. 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 00:30 with The Beauty Queen and the Catfish.
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.