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 04 July 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Sat 04 Jul
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:00 AM (12:00 AM UK Time )
12:00 AM
Smoggie Queens — 00:00
A Smoggie Murder
It’s games night, and Dickie has concocted 'an absolutely amazing' murder mystery evening full of twists and turns. Solving the murder should be easy, if he can keep it all on track.
12:30 AM
Smoggie Queens — 00:30
A Smoggie Birthday
The gang learn that it’s Stewart’s birthday, but he doesn’t want them to make a big fuss out of it in case his grandmother or colleagues find out he’s gay. The queens come up with a cunning plan.
1:00 AM
Smoggie Queens — 01:00
A Smoggie Pride
It’s Middlesbrough Pride! Mam is hosting the main stage and has booked a Girls Aloud drag tribute act. It ‘promises’ to be a banger.
1:30 AM
Back to Life — 01:30
Episode 4
Miri and Caroline embark on a road trip to visit Oscar’s aunt. But when an accident stalls them, they are forced to discuss how Caroline truly feels about Miri’s time in prison.
1:55 AM
Back to Life — 01:55
Episode 5
A terrible coincidence puts Miri back in the community’s firing line as she becomes the key suspect in a new crime. Caroline and Oscar attempt to revive their relationship.
2:20 AM
Back to Life — 02:20
Episode 6
After being locked up in a cell once again, Miri gets out determined to tell her side of the story and to finally get the town on her side.
2:45 AM
Ellie & Natasia — 02:45
Episode 4
Sketch show by Ellie White and Natasia Demetriou, including a pair of vaping dominatrixes and the Greek-Cypriot entrepreneurs making their own James Bond movie.
3:00 AM
Ellie & Natasia — 03:00
Episode 5
Sketch show by Ellie White and Natasia Demetriou. The Brothers Pomodoro return to show off their new cookbook, and there’s a song about snakes.
3:15 AM
Ellie & Natasia — 03:15
Episode 6
Season finale of Ellie White and Natasia Demetriou’s sketch show. The Internet Nails gang hand out some special awards, and we join an east London candle workshop.
3:30 AM
BBC New Comedy Awards — 03:30
Episode 3
The contest heads to The Braid in Ballymena, County Antrim. Award-winning stand-up Shane Todd hosts with Diona Doherty, Martin Angolo and head judge Josh Pugh.
7:00 PM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:00
Under the Lake
Sci-fi drama. When an underwater base comes under attack, the Doctor and Clara must save the frightened crew and defeat an impossible threat.
Runtime:
45 min
7:45 PM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:45
Before the Flood
Sci-fi drama. On a remote army outpost, a fearsome alien warlord called the Fisher King sets in motion a twisted plan to ensure his own survival.
Runtime:
45 min
8:30 PM
Not Going Out — 20:30
Painting
Unfortunately for Lee and Lucy, Wendy rediscovers her love of painting and gifts them a portrait of Frank.
9:00 PM
Not Going Out — 21:00
Text
When Lee accidentally sends a rude text to Anna that was intended for Lucy, he upsets both of them.
9:30 PM
Schitt's Creek — 21:30
Allez-Vous
A cosmetics-selling scheme appeals to David, while Johnny’s journey to claim unemployment benefit hits problems.
Runtime:
20 min
9:50 PM
Schitt's Creek — 21:50
Carl’s Funeral
Pressed to speak at a local’s funeral, Johnny flounders. Alexis fears Ted loves animals over her. David and Stevie get stoned – and steamy.
Runtime:
20 min
10:10 PM
Schitt's Creek — 22:10
Honeymoon
Johnny and Moira relax at Roland’s annual Hawaiian bash. Alexis and Ted host a couples dinner, but do David and Stevie count?
Runtime:
25 min
10:35 PM
Mrs Brown's Boys — 22:35
Mammy of the Groom
Comedy series about a brash Irish matriarch. Dermot suffers prenuptial jitters and hides in a cupboard. Agnes tries to find out who in her family is gay.
11:00 PM
Mrs Brown's Boys — 23:00
Mammy's Miracle
Comedy series about an Irish matriarch. Father Quinn is losing his faith, Dermot and Maria are fighting, and Grandad decides that he wants to watch his own funeral.
11:30 PM
Only Child — 23:30
The Thespian
Richard battles medical receptionists in order to secure Ken a doctor’s appointment and is asked to impart his acting wisdom to the local am-dram group.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 04 July) on BBC Three, you can watch Doctor Who (2005–2022), Not Going Out, and Schitt's Creek. 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 Only Child.
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.