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 21 August 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Fri 21 Aug
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:05 AM (12:05 AM UK Time )
12:05 AM
He Had It Coming — 00:05
With a mutilated boy still missing, Shepherd and Roach are desperate to get some information out of Donna before it’s too late. Barbara and Elise attend an infamous St Stephens college party
Runtime:
25 min
12:30 AM
He Had It Coming — 00:30
Barbara comes to terms with her past trauma at a group therapy session. Elise tries to stop the archaeology club from digging up evidence linking them to the night of the murder.
Runtime:
20 min
12:50 AM
He Had It Coming — 00:50
Barbara is MIA, while Elise packs her bags for home. Can they stop the killer from striking again?
Runtime:
25 min
1:15 AM
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder — 01:15
Episode 1
Teenager Pip Fitz-Amobi investigates the disappearance of Andie Bell, who was supposedly murdered by her boyfriend Sal Singh five years ago. Pip is determined to prove otherwise.
1:55 AM
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder — 01:55
Episode 2
Now a team, Pip and Ravi turn their attention to Andie’s best friends and find out Andie had a secret life that Sal was unhappy about. Meanwhile, Pip receives an anonymous warning.
2:40 AM
Better Date Than Never — 02:40
Allycia hopes to find her Prince Charming, Kento heads out on a second date with someone new, and Charles hits a speed dating event.
Runtime:
30 min
3:10 AM
Better Date Than Never — 03:10
Allycia’s theme park date is a rollercoaster, while time is up on Charles’s speed dating event. Asher goes on her first ever date, and Jack is smitten when he meets someone new.
Runtime:
30 min
3:40 AM
BBC Comedy Short Films — 03:40
Slapstick adventure about young James, who is cursed with ‘acute misfortune syndrome’. James is on a mission to reconnect with his estranged dad.
Runtime:
15 min
7:00 PM
7:10 PM
Deadly 60 — 19:10
Unseen
In this special episode, Steve shares stories of the contenders that didn't quite make it onto the Deadly 60 list.
Runtime:
30 min
7:40 PM
Chicken Run — 19:40
Award-winning animation about a band of hens desperate to escape a life of egg-laying on a chicken farm. With the voices of Mel Gibson, Julia Sawalha and Miranda Richardson.
Runtime:
1 hr 20 min
9:00 PM
Death in Paradise — 21:00
Episode 6
Mervin and the team investigate the dark side of online dating when a man is shot dead at his villa. A new colleague makes an impression for all the wrong reasons.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:00 PM
Not Going Out — 22:00
House Move
Lee and Lucy decide to move house and are viewing the home of their dreams when Lee asks to use the loo, causing unwanted tension with the vendor.
10:25 PM
Not Going Out — 22:25
Doll
Lee brings a battered box back from the tip and gets a shock when he opens it in front of Lucy.
10:55 PM
This Country — 22:55
This Country: Series 2
Mockumentary exploring the lives of young people in modern rural Britain. Kerry has turned over a new leaf and is trying to give back to her community.
11:25 PM
This Country — 23:25
Threatening Letters
Kerry starts to receive some threatening letters that cause her to feel unsettled within the village. Meanwhile, Kurtan takes a job with Kerry's father.
11:55 PM
This Country — 23:55
Minor Injuries
Mockumentary. Kurtan tries to make a pilgrimage to Swindon to buy new clothes. Kerry helps the vicar run the local football practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Friday 21 August) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, Chicken Run, and Death in Paradise. 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 00:20 with This Country.
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.