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 17 February 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs the World

The Snatch Game is back - but with a twist - in the all-new Miss Snatch Game Pageant. Pussycat Dolls Kimberly Wyatt and Ashley Roberts and pop superstar Jade join in the fun.
Runtime: 1 hr 15 min

Dating Apps: The Inside Story

Documentary exploring how Match Group and dating apps reshaped love, asking serious questions about safety, profit and whether we’ve been trapped by the swipe.
Runtime: 1 hr

Top Gear

Richard Hammond is dropped into remote Canada to test a watch with a built-in emergency beacon. Gillian Anderson tries her hand in the Reasonably Priced Car.
Runtime: 1 hr

The Catch Up

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

Deadly 60

Brazil
A helicopter trip over Brazil's northern savannah helps adventurer Steve Backshall find his next contender for the Deadly 60, the elusive giant anteater.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer

The Weakest Link

Episode 6
Host Romesh Ranganathan is joined by Esme Young, Patrick Grant, Dave Gorman, Richard Coles, Karim Zeroual, Kaz Kamwi, Candice Brown and The Vivienne.
Runtime: 45 min

Alan Carr's Picture Slam

Episode 4
Married couple Stewart and Ross from Glasgow, London couple Amy and Anwar, and Liverpudlian uncle and niece George and Danielle all hope to Picture Slam their way to £10,000.
Runtime: 45 min i Available on iPlayer

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs the World

Episode 4
The queens go inter-gay-lactic as they tackle a space-themed girl group challenge. Rag’n’Bone Man and Bananarama join in the fun.
Runtime: 1 hr 10 min

Dinosaur

Episode 3
Nina’s ‘work husband’, Clay, puts a strain on things between her and Lee. But an invitation from Lee to an open mic night gives Nina a chance to find out where she stands.
Runtime: 30 min

Dinosaur

Episode 4
After a drunken error, Nina must battle a number of different challenges to try and correct her mistake. However, despite her best efforts, has the damage already been done?
Runtime: 30 min

Beetlejuice

The ghost with the most
Two ghosts hire a chaotic spirit to help them scare away a family from New York who move into their house and start destroying their most treasured possessions and memories.
Runtime: 1 hr 25 min
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Tuesday 17 February) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, 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 00:35 with Beetlejuice.

Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?

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