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 24 July 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Three Schedule — Fri 24 Jul

7:00 PM

The Catch Up — 19:00

A round-up of the day's news.
Runtime: 5 min
7:05 PM

Deadly 60 — 19:05

Brazil
A helicopter trip over Brazil's northern savannah helps adventurer Steve Backshall find his next contender for the Deadly 60, the elusive giant anteater.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer
7:30 PM

Deadly 60 — 19:30

Brazil
Steve Backshall and the Deadly crew head into the flooded forests of Brazil. Steve takes a swim in a piranha-infested river in order to find out more about these killer fish.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
8:00 PM

Horrible Histories: The Movie — 20:00

Comedy. When Roman lad Atti offends edgy Emperor Nero, he is drafted to fight in far-flung Britain, where local Celt lass Orla itches to join Boudicca’s uprising against the occupying legions.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min
9:30 PM

Ludwig — 21:30

Episode 5
John and the gang go back to school to investigate the suspicious death of a headmaster. Lucy sneaks off on a covert mission, and a shocking revelation leaves John reeling.
10:30 PM

Fleabag — 22:30

Episode 1
Angry, pervy, outrageous and hilarious, Fleabag arrives with a bang as she spins through the city grasping at anyone and anything that might keep her head above water.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer
10:55 PM

Fleabag — 22:55

Episode 2
Fleabag attempts to rekindle romantic fires to distract her from the mayhem of her life.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
11:25 PM

Fleabag — 23:25

Episode 3
Sitcom. Fleabag helps her inappropriate brother-in-law buy a present for Claire, who is organising her own surprise birthday party. Fleabag reconnects with a toothy friend.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer
11:50 PM

Fleabag — 23:50

Episode 4
Sitcom. Fleabag and her sister visit a female-only silent retreat, courtesy of their father. Their enforced silence is interrupted by an unusual neighbouring weekend workshop.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
12:20 AM

Fleabag — 00:20

Episode 5
Sitcom. On the anniversary of her mother's death, Fleabag and Claire return to their family home for the annual memorial lunch.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer
12:45 AM

Fleabag — 00:45

Episode 6
Sitcom. In the last episode, Fleabag faces up to her actions and reveals what happened to her beloved friend Boo.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer
1:10 AM

Ideal — 01:10

The Stag Do
Comedy about small-time dope dealer Moz. With his pregnant girlfriend in a lesbian relationship, Moz shifts his attentions to neighbour Judith. Cartoon Head has a surprise for Derrick's stag party.
Runtime: 30 min
1:40 AM

Ideal — 01:40

The Landlord
Manchester-based comedy series about small-time dope dealer Moz. Moz wakes up next to someone shocking, fills his kitchen with foam, and finds out that his landlord is on the way round.
Runtime: 30 min
2:10 AM

Ideal — 02:10

The Hydroponics
Comedy about small-time dope dealer Moz. Is Moz falling for new neighbour Judith? Is he being haunted by the ghost of Craig? And, more importantly, where can he hide the PC's crop of marijuana plants?
Runtime: 30 min
2:40 AM

Ideal — 02:40

The Seance
Comedy about small-time dope dealer Moz. Moz makes a startling discovery about his new love. Scary OAP Mrs Coneybear arrives to perform a seance, and a plain clothes cop becomes trapped in the loft.
Runtime: 30 min
3:10 AM

Ideal — 03:10

The Boss
Comedy series about small time dope dealer Moz. Cartoon Head and Psycho Paul try to get Moz involved in their kidnapping plan. Moz refuses, until he receives a visit from gang boss Stemroach.
Runtime: 25 min
3:35 AM

BBC Comedy Short Films — 03:35

Funboys
Short comedy film about some odd little men in Northern Ireland running a club dedicated to innocent fun. But will all this wholesome fun actually ruin their lives?
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Friday 24 July) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, Horrible Histories: The Movie, and Ludwig. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Three live?

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When does programming end on BBC Three today?

Today's programming on BBC Three ends at 03:50 with BBC Comedy Short Films.

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

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