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 Saturday 23 May 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Sat 23 May
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 7:00 PM (7:00 PM UK Time )
7:00 PM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:00
Time Heist
Sci-fi drama. The Doctor turns bank robber when he is given a task he cannot refuse - steal from the most dangerous bank in the cosmos.
Runtime:
45 min
7:45 PM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:45
The Caretaker
Sci-fi drama. The terrifying Skovox Blitzer is ready to destroy all humanity - and worse, Danny Pink and the Doctor are going to meet.
Runtime:
45 min
8:30 PM
Miranda — 20:30
The New Me
Sitcom. Miranda has been at home eating biscuits and watching TV since Gary left. But when Stevie persuades her to move on, Miranda tries to reinvent herself entirely.
9:00 PM
Miranda — 21:00
Before I Die
Sitcom. Worried about what people might say about her life, Miranda decides to try to do some good - so she signs up a for a charity parachute jump.
9:30 PM
Mrs Brown's Boys — 21:30
Chez Mammy
Comedy series. Agnes Brown's grandson Bono is being bullied by a boy at school. When Agnes makes matters worse, a mediation session is called.
Runtime:
30 min
10:00 PM
Mrs Brown's Boys — 22:00
CSI: Mammy
Comedy series. When a crime wave hits Finglas, Father Damien and Maria put together a neighbourhood watch scheme, to which Agnes and Winnie promptly sign up.
Runtime:
30 min
10:30 PM
The Young Offenders — 22:30
Episode 4
It’s time for Conor and Jock to try the exciting Cork dating scene when two girls visiting the city catch their attention.
Runtime:
25 min
10:55 PM
The Young Offenders — 22:55
Episode 5
Mairéad and the lads take the family car on a road trip to pick up her unpredictable mother, but disaster strikes.
Runtime:
30 min
11:25 PM
The Young Offenders — 23:25
Episode 6
Sun and sand are the new dream, but how can the lads afford it? Enter Billy Murphy with a daring whiskey heist idea.
Runtime:
30 min
11:55 PM
Smoggie Queens — 23:55
A Smoggie Social
There’s no place like home when Dickie takes his work mates on a Wizard of Oz night out.
Runtime:
30 min
12:25 AM
Smoggie Queens — 00:25
A Smoggie Match
Mam is managing a team for a local charity football match, where Dickie and Lucinda compete to become the best wags!
Runtime:
25 min
12:50 AM
Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 00:50
Flan Van
Janet decides she wants to become a police Ccommunity support officer, Wesley attempts to win Donna back and Donna is furious when Gaz tries to set her up with a tramp.
Runtime:
30 min
1:20 AM
Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 01:20
Ello Ello
Donna and Gaz decide they are not ready to have a happy divorce yet, while Wesley tries to fit in with the gang.
Runtime:
30 min
1:50 AM
Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 01:50
D.I.V.O.R.C.E.
Donna and Gaz have decided to get divorced and it takes them on a path down memory lane, looking back at their relationship in a series of fantasies and flashbacks.
Runtime:
30 min
2:20 AM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 02:20
Time Heist
Sci-fi drama. The Doctor turns bank robber when he is given a task he cannot refuse - steal from the most dangerous bank in the cosmos.
Runtime:
45 min
3:05 AM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 03:05
The Caretaker
Sci-fi drama. The terrifying Skovox Blitzer is ready to destroy all humanity - and worse, Danny Pink and the Doctor are going to meet.
Runtime:
45 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 23 May) on BBC Three, you can watch Doctor Who (2005–2022), Miranda, and Mrs Brown's Boys. 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 03:50 with Doctor Who (2005–2022).
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.