BBC Three TV Guide & Listings (Australia Timezone)
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 17 December 2025 in the Australia timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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BBC Three Schedule — Wed 17 Dec
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:10 AM (12:10 AM UK Time )
12:10 AM
Amandaland — 00:10
Boyfriends
Amanda goes on a date with South African property developer Johannes, while Georgie and Darius’s relationship starts to get serious, much to Anne’s delight.
12:40 AM
Amandaland — 00:40
Camping
Much to Amanda’s annoyance, Anne organises a camping trip to the New Forest. What should be a wholesome weekend away ends up being a nightmare, including snakes, drugs and UTIs.
1:10 AM
Amandaland — 01:10
The Heesas
Amanda takes over organising the end-of-season football awards, so no more tracksuits and sausage rolls. It’s now black tie and cocktails. Not everyone is happy.
1:40 AM
Daddy Issues — 01:40
New mum Gemma is living with her exasperating mother, Davina, whilst Malcolm is staying at the squalid bedsit. Wanting her out, Gemma and Derek plot to get Malcolm back in the flat.
Runtime:
25 min
2:05 AM
Daddy Issues — 02:05
Malcolm is babysitting Sadie whilst Gemma is out on the town. Derek tricks Malcolm into helping seek revenge on his ex, but panic ensues when Gemma announces she is coming home.
Runtime:
25 min
2:30 AM
Daddy Issues — 02:30
Malcolm takes Gemma and Sadie on a weekend break. When Malcolm’s estranged dad, Jackie, invites himself along, Malcolm calls Derek for support but soon discovers his secret addiction.
Runtime:
25 min
2:55 AM
Daddy Issues — 02:55
Gemma and Cherry clash over the handsome leader of Sadie’s Rhyme Time class, leaving Gemma to make amends. Meanwhile, Jackie takes Malcolm and Derek to the Peak District.
Runtime:
25 min
3:20 AM
Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury — 03:20
Tommy receives some terrible news that reminds him to live life to its fullest. Will he manage the biggest physical challenge yet?
Runtime:
30 min
3:50 AM
Laugh Lessons — 03:50
Sex Ed: We Deserve Better
Schoolgirl Steph stands up for our rights to learn the whole truth about sex - the good, the bad and the ugly - and challenge the status quo of sex education in the UK.
7:00 PM
7:05 PM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:05
Doctor Who: The Next Doctor
When the Doctor meets another Doctor, the two must combine forces to stop the Cybermen and the colossal CyberKing.
Runtime:
1 hr
8:05 PM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 20:05
Doctor Who: A Christmas Carol
Festive edition of the time-travelling drama. The Doctor has one hour to save a crashing spaceship and a miser's soul - but what lurks in the fog?
Runtime:
1 hr
9:05 PM
Top Gear — 21:05
Botswana Special
Motoring magazine. Jeremy, Richard and James are challenged to each drive a second-hand car across the wilds of Botswana, facing obstacles such as salt pans, rivers and animals.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:05 PM
Matthew Perry and the Ketamine Queen — 22:05
From fame to fatal addiction
Documentary investigating the events leading up to the shocking death of Friends star Matthew Perry and the woman at the centre of the case, dubbed the 'Ketamine Queen' by US prosecutors.
Runtime:
1 hr 5 min
11:10 PM
Man Like Mobeen — 23:10
Bagpuss
Comedy. Mobeen receives a surprise visit from armed police, who arrest Eight on suspicion of supplying drugs to schoolkids in Small Heath.
11:30 PM
Man Like Mobeen — 23:30
Wifey Riddim
Comedy. When Mobeen learns that his little sister Aks has been suspended from school for fighting, he realises that he might not be the best role model for her.
11:55 PM
Man Like Mobeen — 23:55
Upper Room
When the boys visit Eight's Dadha on his deathbed, they are disturbed to hear he has been keeping a dark secret and needs help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Wednesday 17 December) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Doctor Who (2005–2022), Top Gear, and Matthew Perry and the Ketamine Queen. 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 00:15 (11:15 your time) with Man Like Mobeen.
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.