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 Monday 16 March 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Mon 16 Mar
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:45 AM (12:45 AM UK Time )
12:45 AM
Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise — 00:45
Episode 1
Immersing herself in Bangkok’s backpacker hub, Zara soon lands in trouble with the Thai police when she starts to uncover the scale of Thailand’s illegal sex industry.
1:30 AM
Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise — 01:30
Episode 2
In Asia’s sex capital, Pattaya, Zara meets British men chasing cheap thrills, before heading to Ko Phangan, an exotic island famed for its spirituality and beauty.
2:15 AM
Boarders — 02:15
Exam term at St Gilbert’s is disrupted by vandals. Leah falls under suspicion, and a serious dilemma weighs heavily on Jaheim. With the school on lockdown, how will Toby see Abby?
Runtime:
50 min
3:05 AM
Boarders — 03:05
A career day goes wrong. Leah is fuming, Toby is stressing, Omar is confused, and Femi has fallen for the wrong girl. Bloodshed on the hockey pitch brings more trouble!
Runtime:
45 min
7:00 PM
7:05 PM
Waterloo Road — 19:05
Episode 3
A baby is born at the school, but who is the father? Could it be one of the teachers? Lorna terminates her pregnancy behind Tom's back and against Izzie's advice.
8:05 PM
Waterloo Road — 20:05
Episode 4
Suspicions at Waterloo Road Secondary School are rife. Tom wonders if Lorna really did have a miscarriage.
9:00 PM
The Jetty — 21:00
Episode 1
Recently widowed DC Ember Manning suspects there’s a predator targeting underage girls. She finds herself reflecting on the age difference between herself and her late husband.
10:00 PM
The Jetty — 22:00
Episode 2
Reeling from her discovery about the past, Ember offers to help Riz investigate the Amy Knightly case in the hope of finding out what Riz knows.
11:00 PM
Caitlin Hanna: Trafficked in Belfast — 23:00
A search for answers
Documentary film revealing how the sudden death of a 21-year-old woman fuelled a police investigation that exposed a hidden criminal underworld operating in Northern Ireland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Monday 16 March) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Waterloo Road, and The Jetty. 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 Caitlin Hanna: Trafficked in Belfast.
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.