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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 Thursday 18 June 2026 in the New Zealand timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Three Schedule — Thu 18 Jun

7:00 PM

The Catch Up — 19:00

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

Deadly 60 — 19:05

Puffins and Dragonflies
Steve Backshall heads out to find one of the UK’s greatest predators: the dragonfly. He witnesses the aerial prowess of the hobby and dives underwater with the puffin.
Runtime: 25 min
7:30 PM

Deadly 60 — 19:30

Slow Loris and King Cobras
Steve Backshall goes in search of bat-hunting boas, meets a team working to save the deadly but cute slow loris, and he comes face to face with the king of snakes: the king cobra.
Runtime: 30 min
8:00 PM

Top Gear — 20:00

Top Gear: USA Special
Motoring magazine with Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond, who think that a fly-drive holiday to Florida would be more fun if you bought a car instead of renting one.
Runtime: 1 hr
9:00 PM

The Traitors US — 21:00

Episode 1
An all-star cast arrives in Scotland at night, and the game starts faster than ever before.
Runtime: 1 hr 10 min
10:10 PM

The Traitors US — 22:10

Episode 2
Some overwhelming evidence is brought to the Round Table. The Traitors must murder in plain sight.
Runtime: 1 hr 10 min
11:20 PM

The Traitors US — 23:20

Episode 3
The Faithful are given chance for vengeance. The mission results in a brutal end for one player.
Runtime: 1 hr 5 min
12:25 AM

The Traitors US — 00:25

Episode 4
There is a big swing at the Round Table, and the Traitors feel the weight of their decisions.
Runtime: 1 hr
1:25 AM

A Simple Favour — 01:25

Anna Kendrick stars
Stephanie, a small-town vlogger and single mother, tries to uncover the truth behind her best friend Emily's sudden disappearance. She is joined by Emily's husband Sean on a thrilling investigation.
Runtime: 1 hr 55 min i Available on iPlayer
3:20 AM

Things You Should Have Done — 03:20

Learn to Drive
Dependent pest and 'stay-at-home-daughter' Chi is suddenly forced to fend for herself when her parents die in a car crash. She’s left a list of 'Things You Should Have Done.'
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer
3:45 AM

BBC Comedy Short Films — 03:45

Quiet Life
A social media meltdown forces Geoffrey to reassess his life and values.
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Thursday 18 June) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, Deadly 60, Top Gear, and The Traitors US. 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 04:00 (15:00 your time) with BBC Comedy Short Films.

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

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