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 Wednesday 26 August 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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DMAX+1
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Wed 26 Aug
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:00 AM (12:00 AM UK Time )
12:00 AM
Confessions of a Steroid Gang — 00:00
Episode 1
Macaulay and his estranged dad build a backyard steroid empire in North Wales. What begins as a chance to earn a few quid becomes a global operation and a ticking time bomb.
12:30 AM
Confessions of a Steroid Gang — 00:30
Episode 2
As the steroid lab thrives, father and son grow close, but greed creeps in. Macaulay finds out he’s being short-changed just as police close in. Trouble is coming.
1:00 AM
Confessions of a Steroid Gang — 01:00
Episode 3
Macaulay returns with a pay rise, but the trust is gone. As police close in, so does paranoia, and the truth about addiction to steroids is exposed.
1:30 AM
Kyle: The Gunman Who Divided America — 01:30
Guns, protests and US policing
Documentary about one of America's most controversial figures, Kyle Rittenhouse.
2:30 AM
BBC New Comedy Awards — 02:30
The BBC’s big comedy talent search heads north to Scotland and the iconic Paisley Town Hall, which, following a multi-million-pound revamp, has been transformed into a world-class venue.
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 AM
Vigil — 03:00
Episode 6
Amy is trapped and running out of time. Vigil’s crew must identify the traitor or risk tragedy.
7:00 PM
7:05 PM
Deadly 60 — 19:05
Alaska
Wildlife series. Steve and the crew head into the beautiful Alaskan wilderness, home to some of the most impressive predators on Earth - humpback whales and grizzly bears.
Runtime:
25 min
7:30 PM
Paddington — 19:30
Get ready for a little trouble
Finding himself lost and alone at Paddington station, a young Peruvian bear is befriended by the Brown family and attempts to find an explorer who visited Peru many years earlier.
Runtime:
1 hr 30 min
9:00 PM
Top Gear — 21:00
Episode 5
The guys race across London: Jeremy in a speedboat, James in a car, Richard on his push bike and the Stig on public transport. The star in a reasonably priced car is Simon Cowell.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:00 PM
Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont-Spelling Bee Australia — 22:00
Episode 7
The panel go back to school for Show and Spell and battle with the help of a squad of athletes, before Guy’s nemesis, the Puzzler, steps in as the new host.
Runtime:
50 min
10:50 PM
Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont-Spelling Bee Australia — 22:50
Episode 8
Aaron takes the panel to a full spelling carnival, where they try their hand at tossing and spelling, while Guy’s Spell Your Own Adventure makes a triumphant return.
Runtime:
45 min
11:35 PM
The Young Offenders — 23:35
The Young Offenders: Series 2
With a new arrival on the way, Jock is getting anxious, and Principal Walsh isn’t helping. But a challenge to Jock brings about surprising results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Wednesday 26 August) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, Paddington, and Top Gear. 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 The Young Offenders.
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.