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 Thursday 05 March 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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Tell Me Lies

Don't Struggle Like That, or I Will Love You More
End-of-semester Christmas celebrations change everything for everyone - again.
Runtime: 1 hr 5 min i Available on iPlayer

Dinosaur

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

Dinosaur

Nina’s work event might be just the distraction she needs, but she quickly realises there is more on the line than just winning Shane’s fundraising competition.
Runtime: 25 min

Dinosaur

After so many misunderstandings, Nina knows her true feelings and wants to make things right. Will a family emergency stop her from declaring everything before it’s too late?
Runtime: 30 min

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs the World

Jayde Adams is on hand to help the queens as they take to the stage in comedy double acts. Amandaland star Lucy Punch joins RuPaul on the judging panel.
Runtime: 1 hr 10 min

The Catch Up

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

Deadly 60

Wildlife series. A clever camera brings Steve close to a tiny but mighty spider, while persistence pays off as the team track down an elusive and deadly reptile.
Runtime: 25 min

Deadly 60

Wildlife series. Steve dons a camouflage suit to beat a leopard at its own game by hunting his crew, but it proves to be a lot harder than it looks.
Runtime: 30 min

Top Gear

Motoring news and views. Clarkson, Hammond and May confront the credit crunch as they search for three sensibly priced small cars that will not make their owners miserable.
Runtime: 1 hr

Louis Theroux

Shooting Joe Exotic
A decade on, Louis revisits Joe Exotic - 'gay hillbilly', convicted felon and cult figure. He digs into Joe's background, meets Carole Baskin and asks what made the Tiger King.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Green Book

A friendship across divides
In 1962, Italian-American nightclub bouncer Tony Lip gets taken on as a driver for acclaimed African American pianist Donald Shirley on a tour of the Deep South.
Runtime: 2 hr 5 min i Available on iPlayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Thursday 05 March) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, Top Gear, and Louis Theroux. 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 Green Book.

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.

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