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 Monday 18 May 2026 in the Ireland timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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BBC Three Schedule — Mon 18 May
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:15 AM (12:15 AM UK Time )
12:15 AM
Chloe Ayling: My Unbelievable Kidnapping — 00:15
The Kidnapping
Chloe Ayling is kidnapped at a fake modelling shoot in Milan. When the police learn she’s due to be auctioned as a sex slave, a major investigation begins.
1:00 AM
Chloe Ayling: My Unbelievable Kidnapping — 01:00
The Escape
Kidnapped and held in a remote farmhouse, and with Black Death’s auction looming, Chloe realises she must find a way to gain control over her captor.
1:45 AM
Chloe Ayling: My Unbelievable Kidnapping — 01:45
The Backlash
After escaping captivity, Chloe Ayling faces a new ordeal - media scrutiny, public doubt and a relentless fight to be believed as the truth behind her kidnap begins to unfold.
2:35 AM
BBC New Comedy Awards — 02:35
The BBC's biggest comedy talent search heads to Birmingham, where five comics will compete in the second of six knock-out heats to bag their place in the grand final.
Runtime:
30 min
3:05 AM
Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 03:05
Sci-fi drama. What will the Doctor find at the end of the universe? What scares the Doctor? Ghosts of the past and future - a little boy who doesn't want to join the army.
Runtime:
50 min
7:00 PM
7:05 PM
Deadly 60 — 19:05
Camouflage Killers
Steve Backshall is in Australia to search for the world’s most freaky and venomous fish: the stone fish. He also finds trapdoor spiders and a snake that hunts bats.
Runtime:
25 min
7:30 PM
Deadly 60 — 19:30
Meerkat Madness
Steve Backshall is in the Kalahari to search for its weirdest residents. From aardwolves to aardvarks and mischievous meerkats, Steve is hoping for some Deadly firsts.
Runtime:
30 min
8:00 PM
Sort Your Life Out — 20:00
30 Years of Clutter
Stacey Solomon and her team face their biggest challenge yet as craft-loving Sue and retired electrician Wayne try to part with 30 years of possessions.
9:00 PM
Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise — 21:00
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.
9:45 PM
Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise — 21:45
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.
10:30 PM
Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise — 22:30
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.
11:15 PM
Kidnapped by My Mum — 23:15
Six years lost, one journey to the truth
At 11 years old, Alex vanished on holiday with his mother and grandfather for six years. Now, he's retracing his steps across Europe to tell the full story for the first time.
Runtime:
1 hr 40 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Three tonight?
Tonight (Monday 18 May) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, Sort Your Life Out, and Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise. 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 00:55 (00:55 your time) with Kidnapped by My Mum.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
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