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 19 September 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Three Schedule — Sat 19 Sep

12:00 AM

Ideal — 00:00

The Debtors
Sitcom about a small-time dope dealer. A penniless Moz calls in his debts. However, his mates seem reluctant to pay him back. Jess falls under the spell of Cartoon Head.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
12:30 AM

Ideal — 00:30

The Brothel
Sitcom about a small-time dope dealer. Moz and Nicki start running rival hash dealing businesses, but a price war soon kicks off. Brian and Carmel open a brothel.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
1:00 AM

Ideal — 01:00

The Paintings
Mistakenly believing Moz to be an avant-garde artist, Tilly arranges an exhibition for him. Jess and Cartoon Head experiment with ketamine and find themselves way out of their depth.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
1:30 AM

Ideal — 01:30

The Love
Sitcom about a small-time drug dealer. Moz tries to turn his friendship with Tilly into a full-blown relationship. Colin hires his estranged wife Carmel as an escort girl.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
2:00 AM

Ideal — 02:00

The Red King
Sitcom about a small-time drug dealer. Moz comes face to face with a gang of deadly gingers known as the Red Mist. Carmel has to choose between Colin and Jake.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
2:30 AM

My Mate's a Bad Date — 02:30

Tyler
Twenty-five-year-old serial bad dater Tyler goes all in on all her dates. She thinks Mr Right is the male version of herself, so Oloni puts that idea to the test.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer
2:55 AM

My Mate's a Bad Date — 02:55

Lewis
Can relationship expert Oloni help 20-year-old hopeless romantic Lewis get a second date and stop him scaring away potential partners by planning their wedding on date one?
Runtime: 20 min i Available on iPlayer
3:15 AM

BBC New Comedy Awards — 03:15

The BBC's biggest comedy talent search is celebrating its 30th birthday, and we're heading to London, where five comics will compete in the third of six knock-out heats.
Runtime: 30 min
3:45 AM

BBC Comedy Short Films — 03:45

Spinster
When single, penniless poet Ruby's strict Presbyterian neighbours descend on her mum's home for her spoiled sister Eliza's engagement party, her only job is to not shame the family...
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer
7:00 PM

Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:00

World Enough and Time
A huge spaceship trapped in the gravity well of a black hole, teeming with impossible lifeforms, harbours one of the Doctor's most feared enemies.
Runtime: 45 min
7:45 PM

Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:45

The Doctor Falls
The Doctor makes a final stand against an army of Cybermen to protect a tiny band of humans from destruction.
Runtime: 1 hr
8:45 PM

Here We Go — 20:45

Granny's New Boyfriend
Sue’s new Italian boyfriend, Alf, invites the Jessops to dinner at his restaurant. Robin asks Paul to go undercover to learn about Cherry’s new boyfriend.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
9:15 PM

Here We Go — 21:15

Our Holiday in Scotland
When Robin’s attempt to stop Cherry’s wedding in Scotland fails, the Jessop family holiday is in tatters until a run-in with the local police turns things around.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
9:45 PM

Mrs Brown's Boys — 21:45

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.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
10:15 PM

Mrs Brown's Boys — 22:15

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.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
10:45 PM

Ghosts US — 22:45

The Investor
When a promising opportunity to save Woodstone is threatened by a personal conflict, Sam and Jay are forced into a difficult choice. Election day arrives as Flower and Isaac go head-to-head.
Runtime: 20 min
11:05 PM

Ghosts US — 23:05

Under New Management
Sam and Jay face new pressures threatening their control of Woodstone, forcing them to tackle unexpected challenges. A ghost who's been gone returns, stirring up emotions.
Runtime: 20 min
11:25 PM

Ghosts US — 23:25

Gate-Gate
When an emotion-driven decision puts Woodstone at risk, Sam and Jay step up to defend what they've built. Isaac struggles to adjust to new surroundings.
Runtime: 20 min
11:45 PM

Schitt's Creek — 23:45

The Hospies
Johnny and Stevie attend the regional hospitality awards, while Moira does everything in her power to stop Alexis from auditioning for Cabaret.
Runtime: 25 min
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Saturday 19 September) on BBC Three, you can watch Doctor Who (2005–2022), Here We Go, 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 00:10 with Schitt's Creek.

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.

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