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 Sunday 03 May 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Three Schedule — Sun 03 May

12:05 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 00:05

Janet and Donna compete for a job managing the pub. Louise buys a car with her mother's legacy.
Runtime: 30 min
12:35 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 00:35

Janet starts her job as manager of The Archer and gives the pub a World War Two theme to appeal to the grey pound.
Runtime: 30 min
1:05 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 01:05

Janet tries desperately to find a way of keeping the pub open. Louise is feeling unwell, and Kelly thinks she recognises the symptoms.
Runtime: 25 min
1:30 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 01:30

The Archer is about to be demolished in this special horror episode. The gang decide to break in for one last night together, but once inside, strange things start to happen.
Runtime: 30 min
2:00 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 02:00

Originally broadcast live episode of the sitcom about the lives and loves of five twenty-somethings. Jonny wins a competition to go shark-jumping in Hawaii.
Runtime: 30 min
2:30 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 02:30

With Jonny dead, Janet decides to get through the five stages of grief quickly. Gaz finds a way to help her.
Runtime: 30 min
3:00 AM

Miranda — 03:00

Job
Miranda's mother tells one of her daughter's old school friends that Miranda has a great new job, so she decides to prove everyone wrong and find a 'proper' career.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
3:30 AM

Miranda — 03:30

Holiday
Sitcom. Miranda treats herself to a holiday - in the hotel across the road. She enjoys her stay and even makes new friends with porter Jason and conference organiser Colin.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
7:00 PM

EastEnders — 19:00

Max attempts to court Cindy, Walford welcomes a surprise visitor, and the Gulatis and the Panesars try to support Ravi.
Runtime: 30 min
7:30 PM

EastEnders — 19:30

The Mitchells try to get through to Phil, Cindy and Max have a close call, and the Slaters surprise Big Mo.
Runtime: 30 min
8:00 PM

EastEnders — 20:00

Phil’s search continues, two Walford residents face a race against time, and Nigel receives some visitors.
Runtime: 30 min
8:30 PM

EastEnders — 20:30

Albert Square comes together to celebrate a friend, Phil battles his inner demons, and Max and Cindy’s romance causes friction.
Runtime: 30 min
9:00 PM

Leigh-Anne: Race, Pop and Power — 21:00

The Little Mix star on racism
Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne Pinnock explores racism across the music industry and confronts her own experiences as the only black member of the band.
10:00 PM

The Woman in Black — 22:00

A young solicitor travels to a remote village, where he discovers that the vengeful ghost of a scorned woman is terrorizing the locals.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min
11:30 PM

Paranormal — 23:30

Paranormal: Britain's Last Witch
Sian dives into the case of medium Helen Duncan and the claims she could summon the dead. She starts in Helen’s birthplace, Callander, a small town where her childhood premonitions caused fear.
Runtime: 35 min i Available on iPlayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 03 May) on BBC Three, you can watch EastEnders, Leigh-Anne: Race, Pop and Power, and The Woman in Black. 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 Paranormal.

Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?

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