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BBC Three TV Guide & Listings (Ireland 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 Thursday 29 January 2026 in the Ireland timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Three Schedule — Thu 29 Jan

1:20 AM

BBC Comedy Short Films — 01:20

Danielle Does Life
The world’s worst driving instructor and a podcaster who loves apologising feature in this brand new sketch comedy from Danielle Vitalis.
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer
1:35 AM

Top Gear — 01:35

Richard Hammond is in Abu Dhabi to drive a new hybrid sports car from Porsche. Jeremy Clarkson judges a hot hatchback showdown between a Volkswagen Golf GTI and the BMW M135i.
Runtime: 1 hr
2:35 AM

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs the World — 02:35

The international spin-off of Drag Race UK returns as the queens take on the Ruruvision Song Contest. Loreen joins the judging panel.
Runtime: 1 hr 20 min
7:00 PM

The Catch Up — 19:00

A round-up of the day's news.
Runtime: 5 min
7:05 PM

SpongeBob SquarePants — 19:05

Library Cards
SpongeBob introduces Patrick to books.
Runtime: 10 min i Available on iPlayer
7:15 PM

SpongeBob SquarePants — 19:15

Plankton Paranoia
Plankton hasn't tried to steal the formula in a while...
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer
7:30 PM

Deadly 60 — 19:30

Australia
Steve Backshall's quest for deadly species sees him come face to face with a huge lace monitor lizard and encounter a venomous redback spider.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
8:00 PM

Top Gear — 20:00

Episode 2
Motoring magazine. Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May embark on a grand road trip across Australia's Northern Territory, each driving a fast and luxurious GT.
Runtime: 1 hr
9:00 PM

Louis Theroux — 21:00

My Scientology Movie
Documentary investigating the Church of Scientology. To find out more about the mysterious organisation, Louis Theroux meets with former members of the church.
Runtime: 1 hr 35 min
10:35 PM

Stacey Dooley — 22:35

Two Daughters
Mina Smallman’s daughters were murdered. As their killer and police who took selfies with the bodies come to trial, she shares her journey of grief, rage and faith with Stacey Dooley.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer
11:35 PM

Rush — 23:35

Everyone's driven by something
The story of the rivalry between legendary F1 racing champions Niki Lauda and James Hunt, two charismatic drivers with entirely different approaches and personalities.
Runtime: 1 hr 55 min
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Thursday 29 January) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, SpongeBob SquarePants, Deadly 60, and Top Gear. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Three live?

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When does programming end on BBC Three today?

Today's programming on BBC Three ends at 01:30 (01:30 your time) with Rush.

Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?

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