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 Thursday 08 October 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Three Schedule — Thu 08 Oct
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:45 AM (12:45 AM UK Time )
12:45 AM
Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise — 00:45
Episode 1
Immersing herself in Bangkok’s backpacker hub, Zara soon lands in trouble with the Thai police when she starts to uncover the scale of Thailand’s illegal sex industry.
1:30 AM
Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise — 01:30
Episode 2
In Asia’s sex capital, Pattaya, Zara meets British men chasing cheap thrills, before heading to Ko Phangan, an exotic island famed for its spirituality and beauty.
2:15 AM
Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise — 02:15
Episode 3
After a wild and crazy night at Ko Phangan’s Full Moon Party, Zara travels to Phuket and experiences a taste of Thailand’s luxury lifestyle.
3:00 AM
Top Gear — 03:00
Motoring magazine. Inspired by the Jaguar F-type, Range Rover Sport and New Bus for London, the team celebrates all that is great about Britain's motor industry.
Runtime:
1 hr
7:00 PM
7:05 PM
Horrible Histories — 19:05
Episode 12
Historical sketch show based on the successful books. A Victorian teacher is confused by her pupils' bizarre names and the Romans run out of animals to execute.
Runtime:
30 min
7:35 PM
Horrible Histories — 19:35
Episode 13
Historical sketch show. A lazy aristocrat invents the sandwich, the Romans host their own revolting cookery show, and William Shakespeare is haunted by King Richard III's ghost.
Runtime:
25 min
8:00 PM
The Cruise — 20:00
Le Grand Buffet
Classic docusoap with Jane McDonald. Sean the juggler confronts 300 born-again Christians, Jane has a crisis on stage when half the audience walk out, and the galley serves up a sumptuous buffet.
8:30 PM
The Cruise — 20:30
Teach Me Tonight
Classic docusoap with singer Jane McDonald. Romance is in the air when Laura marries Gary in the ship's disco. And it's Jane's last chance to get the standing ovation she's been dreaming of.
9:00 PM
Amanda & Alan's Italian Job — 21:00
Episode 3
Amanda and Alan face their biggest challenge yet as they tackle the garden, an overgrown patch of land on the side of the mountain that’s has been untouched for more than a decade.
9:30 PM
Amanda & Alan's Italian Job — 21:30
Episode 4
Inspired by the romance and history of Florence, Alan’s determined to have a mural as he takes on the first bedroom, but Amanda fears his creative juices could turn into a flood.
10:00 PM
RuPaul's Drag Race UK — 22:00
Episode 6
The queens take on a holiday novelty pop song for the girl group challenge. Anne-Marie and dance duo Booty Luv join RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr.
Runtime:
1 hr 5 min
11:05 PM
The Substance — 23:05
Beauty has a price
An ageing celebrity whose career is starting to plummet resorts to a black-market drug to create a younger version of herself. But the substance comes with unexpected side effects.
Runtime:
2 hr 10 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Thursday 08 October) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Horrible Histories, The Cruise, and Amanda & Alan's Italian Job. 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 01:15 with The Substance.
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.