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 Wednesday 18 February 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Wed 18 Feb
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:35 AM (12:35 AM UK Time )
12:35 AM
Behind Bars: Sex, Bribes and Murder — 00:35
Episode 1
An investigation into a viral prison sex tape leads journalist Mobeen Azhar to discover an illicit prison economy fuelled by inappropriate relationships, coercion and contraband.
1:35 AM
Behind Bars: Sex, Bribes and Murder — 01:35
Episode 2
Mobeen’s investigation into prison corruption hears of the murder of a former officer who had been involved in uncovering an illicit relationship between a guard and an inmate.
2:35 AM
Zen Motoring — 02:35
It's all out eco-spiritual warfare as Ogmios returns to battle rap. Will he stay Zen or lose it all?
Runtime:
15 min
2:50 AM
Dinosaur — 02:50
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
3:20 AM
Dinosaur — 03:20
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
7:00 PM
7:05 PM
Deadly 60 — 19:05
Brazil
Steve Backshall and the Deadly crew head into the flooded forests of Brazil. Steve takes a swim in a piranha-infested river in order to find out more about these killer fish.
7:35 PM
Deadly 60 — 19:35
Brazil
Steve Backshall only needs two more animals to complete his Deadly 60 list, so he visits the rainforests of Brazil on the trail of the final contenders.
8:00 PM
Dragons' Den — 20:00
Episode 3
Beauty empire founder Susie Ma joins the Dragons to test a set of pitches that comprises a money-saving app, home-baking kits, an AI-powered cat flap and a fresh take on composting toilets.
Runtime:
1 hr
9:00 PM
The Apprentice — 21:00
Chicken v Egg
Week 3, and it's chicken v egg. The candidates race to turn ingredients into a profit, but ruffled feathers and picky eaters spark drama in the boardroom.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:00 PM
The Apprentice: Unfinished Business — 22:00
Chicken v Egg
As Lord Sugar continues his search for a new business partner, Angela Scanlon and guests take a look at the candidates' performances. Plus an exclusive chat with the next person to leave the process.
Runtime:
30 min
10:30 PM
Tell Me Lies — 22:30
And I'm Sorry If I Dissed You
Lucy confronts Stephen about what she found at Macy's memorial.
11:20 PM
Tell Me Lies — 23:20
Castle on a Cloud
The group go to Evan's lake house to celebrate his 21st birthday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Wednesday 18 February) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, Dragons' Den, and The Apprentice. 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 Tell Me Lies.
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.