BBC Three TV Guide & Listings (France 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 Saturday 18 April 2026 in the France timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Three Schedule — Sat 18 Apr

7:00 PM

BBC Comedy Short Films — 19:00

Proper Ladies
Four very different schoolgirls are thrown together in detention. As they plan their escape, the situation spirals out of control.
Runtime: 10 min
7:10 PM

Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:10

Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor
The Doctors embark on their greatest adventure in this anniversary special. All of reality is at stake as the Doctor's dangerous past comes back to haunt him.
Runtime: 1 hr 20 min
8:30 PM

Ghosts — 20:30

Carpe Diem
Robin has a revelation that unnerves the ghosts and prompts them to consider their legacies. Alison and Mike decide to have a spontaneous wild night out.
Runtime: 30 min
9:00 PM

Ghosts — 21:00

Last Resort
Mike and Alison receive an incredible offer far beyond their expectations. They must make a decision, the result of which will change their lives forever.
Runtime: 30 min
9:30 PM

Mrs Brown's Boys — 21:30

Motor Mammy
Agnes helps Winnie learn to drive, risking life and limb across Finglas.
Runtime: 30 min
10:00 PM

Mrs Brown's Boys — 22:00

Easy Rider Mammy
Agnes gatecrashes Cathy’s book club and discovers a love of saucy stories – and detective work!
Runtime: 30 min
10:30 PM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 22:30

God
Sitcom about the lives and loves of five twenty-somethings. Jonny tries to make his son more exciting. Gaz becomes a new man for Donna by taking Flo's HRT tablets.
Runtime: 30 min
11:00 PM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 23:00

Love 83199
Jonny tries for his dream job. Gaz and Donna find their dream house. Louise gets her dream boyfriend.
Runtime: 30 min
11:30 PM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 23:30

Near, Far
Jonny goes for his interview at the biscuit factory, and Gaz confronts his greatest fear - sheep.
Runtime: 30 min
12:00 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 00:00

Speedycruise
Sitcom about the lives and loves of five twenty-somethings. Janet has a dilemma - does she leave her friends and baby for a life of luxury singing on a cruise?
Runtime: 30 min
12:30 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 00:30

Goblins
Sitcom about the lives of five twenty-somethings. Janet gets a new job, but Donna's career is on the skids. Louise has a letter from her earth mother, but can't open it.
Runtime: 30 min
1:00 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 01:00

Mummy Cupboard
Gaz decides it's time to make a proper commitment to Donna. Janet tries talking dirty for a living, and Louise is in for a shock when she finally meets her real parents.
Runtime: 30 min
1:30 AM

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 01:30

Cauliflower
Sitcom about the lives of five twentysomethings. Donna gives Gaz the answer to his marriage proposal. Janet finds a new but illegal way of providing for her child.
Runtime: 30 min
2:00 AM

BBC Comedy Short Films — 02:00

Proper Ladies
Four very different schoolgirls are thrown together in detention. As they plan their escape, the situation spirals out of control.
Runtime: 10 min
2:10 AM

Doctor Who: Unleashed — 02:10

The Star Beast
Steffan Powell catches up with David Tennant and Catherine Tate ahead of their much-anticipated reunion and meets the monsters and makers of The Star Beast.
Runtime: 30 min
2:40 AM

Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 02:40

Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor
The Doctors embark on their greatest adventure in this anniversary special. All of reality is at stake as the Doctor's dangerous past comes back to haunt him.
Runtime: 1 hr 20 min

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Saturday 18 April) on BBC Three, you can watch BBC Comedy Short Films, Doctor Who (2005–2022), Ghosts, and Mrs Brown's Boys. Check the full schedule for more details.

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When does programming end on BBC Three today?

Today's programming on BBC Three ends at 04:00 (05:00 your time) with Doctor Who (2005–2022).

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