BBC Three TV Guide & Listings (Ireland Timezone)

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BBC Three Schedule — Sun 21 Dec

Mrs Brown's Boys — 00:20

Mrs Brown just wants a quiet Christmas, but Cathy cooking Christmas dinner for the first time, her favourite decoration missing and a surprise guest all add to the chaos.
Runtime: 30 min

Crazy Rich Asians — 00:50

New Yorker Rachel Chu accompanies her boyfriend, Nick, to his best friend's wedding in Singapore and discovers that Nick is one of the country's wealthiest and most sought-after bachelors.
Runtime: 1 hr 55 min

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 02:45

Musical extravaganza. Janet waits for Gaz to return to The Archer and announce he has chosen her, unaware he has been in an accident.
Runtime: 30 min

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps — 03:15

Gaz has fallen into a coma. Donna imagines two separate realities, one where Gaz is back to full health and one where he is paralysed.
Runtime: 30 min

BBC Comedy Short Films — 03:45

I Am Darren
Sports mockumentary about GB Paralympian Darren Silverstone, who stole the hearts of a nation before his infamous chokey-o in Tokyo. For the first time, probably, he tells his story.
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

EastEnders — 19:00

Lauren and Peter excitedly plan Jimmy’s christening, Lily struggles at home, and Elaine takes centre stage with the opening of Peacock Palace.
Runtime: 30 min

EastEnders — 19:30

Kat makes an unlikely ally in her quest to help Zoe, Jasmine finds herself in hot water, and Ian attempts to support Lauren.
Runtime: 30 min

EastEnders — 20:00

Walford reacts to the aftermath of a fire, Kat attempts to make the best of Christmas by putting plans in place, and Anthony raises concerns.
Runtime: 30 min

EastEnders — 20:30

Lauren faces the music for her actions, Zoe helps an unlikely Walford resident, and Julie makes a decision.
Runtime: 30 min

Gavin & Stacey — 21:00

Christmas Special 2008
Festive edition of the hit sitcom. As Nessa and the Wests head to Essex to spend Christmas with the Shipmans, Gavin and Stacey have a startling announcement to make.

Mrs Brown's Boys — 22:00

Mammy's Mummy
Comedy series. Agnes is worried about Rory's plastic surgery but is soon distracted by news that Cathy has an exciting internet date.
Runtime: 30 min

Mrs Brown's Boys — 22:30

Exotic Mammy
Comedy series about a loudmouthed Irish matriarch. Agnes enters a Christmas decoration competition. Rory and Dino give Buster a makeover to prepare him for a date.
Runtime: 30 min

Mrs Brown's Boys — 23:00

A Wonderful Mammy
Agnes's world is turned upside down when an angel arrives in Finglas and grants her a wish to see what life would be like if she'd never been born. Kevin Kennedy guest stars.
Runtime: 40 min

Mrs Brown's Boys — 23:40

Mammy of the People
It’s Christmas in Finglas, and Mrs Brown is coping with life after lockdown. As she gets news of a very special competition, Grandad, Winnie and Father Damien come to her for help.
Runtime: 30 min
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What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 21 December) on BBC Three, you can watch EastEnders, Gavin & Stacey, and Mrs Brown's Boys. Check the full schedule for more details.

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Today's programming on BBC Three ends at 00:10 (00:10 your time) with Mrs Brown's Boys.

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