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 Friday 20 March 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury

Episode 10
Tommy receives some terrible news that reminds him to live life to its fullest. Will he manage the biggest physical challenge yet?
Runtime: 30 min

Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends

Christianity
Louis travels to Dallas, at the heart of the American Bible Belt. There, born-again Christian evangelists offer to have him saved for the Lord on live TV show. From 1998.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer

Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends

Porn
Louis Theroux investigates the world of the male porn performer and lands a role in an adult film.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer

Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise

Episode 3
After a wild and crazy night at Ko Phangan’s Full Moon Party, Zara travels to Phuket and experiences a taste of Thailand’s luxury lifestyle.
Runtime: 45 min i Available on iPlayer

The Catch Up

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

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

High school student Miles is catapulted into conflict when he gets powers like his hero Spider-Man and a device accessing parallel universes goes dangerously wrong.
Runtime: 1 hr 45 min

BBC Comedy Short Films

Jobless
Sixteen-year-old twins Tai and Kenny are desperate to make their mark on the world. That’s hard when you live with your parents, and even harder when you live in Milton Keynes...
Runtime: 10 min i Available on iPlayer

Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends

UFOs
Louis Theroux continues his journey through the fringes of American society, visiting the deserts of the south west, where UFO sightings are often reported.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer

Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends

Head for the Hills
In Idaho, Louis meets right-wing patriots and militia enthusiasts who are preparing for what they believe is inevitable global catastrophe.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer

Nerve

A high school senior is drawn into a dangerous online game, where players take on dares from an unseen gallery of 'watchers' for massive financial reward.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Friday 20 March) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, BBC Comedy Short Films, and Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends. 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 00:10 with Nerve.

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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