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 23 April 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Thu 23 Apr
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 7:00 PM (7:00 PM UK Time )
7:00 PM
7:05 PM
Deadly 60 — 19:05
Self Defence
Wildlife series. In this Deadly 60 Special, Steve Backshall takes a look at the incredible methods animals employ to protect themselves against predators.
Runtime:
25 min
7:30 PM
Deadly 60 — 19:30
Steve heads to Ecuador to dive with the giant manta ray. He also gets a unique view of the biggest baby on Earth and rescues a turtle caught in a fishing line.
Runtime:
30 min
8:00 PM
Top Gear — 20:00
Episode 5
Motoring magazine. The team fills an art gallery with motoring-related works to try to prove cars are more popular than traditional art. Also, Jeremy test-drives the Noble M600.
Runtime:
1 hr
9:00 PM
The Beauty Queen and the Catfish — 21:00
The Mystery Medic
When a mysterious doctor starts flirting with a former beauty queen online, she smells a love rat. But when she starts digging, the mystery deepens, and nothing is as it seems.
Runtime:
45 min
9:45 PM
The Beauty Queen and the Catfish — 21:45
Turning Detective
The women work together to reveal the true identity of their catfish. However, as more victims and evidence come to light, the women are forced to take matters into their own hands.
Runtime:
45 min
10:30 PM
The Beauty Queen and the Catfish — 22:30
Convicting the Catfish
With the perpetrator now investigated by the police as a serial offender, questions turn to what drove them to become one of the UK’s prolific catfish - and why can’t they stop?
Runtime:
45 min
11:15 PM
Better Date Than Never — 23:15
Episode 1
Olivia can’t wait to head out on her first ever date, and Charles is excited to meet his match, but Nirvali struggles with nerves as she prepares for a blind date.
Runtime:
30 min
11:45 PM
Better Date Than Never — 23:45
Episode 2
Dianne is ready to find love as her authentic self, Charles gets guidance from a relationship expert, and Nirvali braves her first date as Olivia moves on to her second.
Runtime:
35 min
12:20 AM
Stacey Dooley — 00:20
Stacey Dooley: Rape on Trial
The Crown Prosecution Service has decided to take the women’s rape cases to trial. But with court delays and barrister strikes, will they ever get their day in court?
1:10 AM
Stacey Dooley — 01:10
Stacey Dooley: Rape on Trial
Facing court delays and the anxiety of preparing for court, Stacey follows the young women, who question if they can continue. Will they get the outcome they are hoping for?
2:00 AM
Top Gear — 02:00
Episode 5
Motoring magazine. The team fills an art gallery with motoring-related works to try to prove cars are more popular than traditional art. Also, Jeremy test-drives the Noble M600.
Runtime:
1 hr
3:00 AM
Stacey Dooley — 03:00
Inside The Undertakers
Stacey tackles the subject of death by immersing herself in the world of undertaking at a century-old funeral director's.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Thursday 23 April) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, Top Gear, and The Beauty Queen and the Catfish. 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 04:00 with Stacey Dooley.
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.