BBC Three TV Guide & Listings (New Zealand 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 25 April 2026 in the New Zealand timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Three Schedule — Sat 25 Apr

12:05 AM

Smoggie Queens — 00:05

A Smoggie Fairy Tale
Sick of dating creeps, Lucinda is given the royal princess treatment courtesy of her fairy godmother. Sal auditions for a talent show, and Dickie offers sage advice in the workplace.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
12:35 AM

BBC Comedy Short Films — 00:35

Animated sketch show set in Belfast, from Northern Irish creator rarewitch. The cats get stoned, the pigeons get philosophical, and Gambo forgets how to breathe.
Runtime: 15 min
12:50 AM

Stacey Dooley — 00:50

Stacey Dooley: Rape on Trial
The Crown Prosecution Service has decided to take the women’s rape cases to trial. But with court delays and barrister strikes, will they ever get their day in court?
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer
1:40 AM

Stacey Dooley — 01:40

Stacey Dooley: Rape on Trial
Facing court delays and the anxiety of preparing for court, Stacey follows the young women, who question if they can continue. Will they get the outcome they are hoping for?
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer
2:30 AM

Stacey Dooley — 02:30

Growing Up Gypsy
Invited into the traditionally private Gypsy community, Stacey discovers the complex balancing act young women face growing up in one of Britain’s most maligned ethnic minorities.
Runtime: 45 min i Available on iPlayer
3:15 AM

Stacey Dooley — 03:15

Meet the Shoplifters
Spending time with people who regularly steal from shops, Stacey gets to grips with the shoplifting epidemic and what it’s like for the frontline staff trying to prevent thefts.
Runtime: 45 min i Available on iPlayer
7:00 PM

Doctor Who (2005–2022) — 19:00

Doctor Who: The Time of the Doctor
Sci-fi drama. The universe's deadliest species gather near a quiet backwater planet, drawn to a mysterious message that echoes out to the stars. And amongst them, the Doctor.
Runtime: 1 hr
8:00 PM

Ghosts — 20:00

It's Behind You
A festive trip down memory lane prompts Pat to question his very identity. The ghosts come up with a surprise Christmas present for Alison, whose family lunch does not go to plan.
Runtime: 30 min
8:30 PM

Ghosts — 20:30

A Christmas Gift
Mike’s mum visits, but her attempts to lend a hand drive Alison and Mike mad. To make matters worse, Betty soon senses something is awry with Button House, but does she know what?
Runtime: 30 min
9:00 PM

Miranda — 21:00

Date
Sitcom. Miranda gets overexcited by the prospect of her first real date and decides it's time to try to be more girly. Unfortunately, her makeover does not go quite to plan.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
9:30 PM

Miranda — 21:30

Teacher
Sitcom. Trying to overcome her hang-ups over sex, Miranda joins an evening class to learn French, the language of love. However, she discovers it is run by her old teacher.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
10:00 PM

Only Child — 22:00

Eh?
Actor Richard returns home from London to visit his dad, Ken, a year on from the passing of his mum, Jean. He soon realises his dad may need more help than he originally thought.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
10:30 PM

Only Child — 22:30

Raisins
Richard decides the time has come to clear Ken’s house of all his junk. The arrival of Mr Oddjob, local handyman and Richard’s former school nemesis, complicates matters further.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
11:00 PM

Only Child — 23:00

Team Pritchard
Richard offers to take Ken to the local golf club, unaware that he’s about to play a much bigger part in integrating his dad back into the community than he'd originally intended.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
11:30 PM

Only Child — 23:30

The Thespian
Richard battles medical receptionists in order to secure Ken a doctor’s appointment and is asked to impart his acting wisdom to the local am-dram group.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Saturday 25 April) on BBC Three, you can watch Doctor Who (2005–2022), Ghosts, Miranda, and Only Child. 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 00:00 (11:00 your time) with Only Child.

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