BBC Three TV Guide & Listings (United States 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 Friday 09 January 2026 in the United States timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

Times shown in the United States timezone.

Channels
BBC One (BBC1) BBC Two (BBC2) ITV1 Channel 4 Channel 5 ITV2 ITV3 ITV4 E4 Film4 More4 GREAT! movies Sky Arts RTÉ One BBC Three (BBC3) CBeebies BBC News BBC Four BBC ALBA BBC Parliament BBC Scotland CBBC S4C
Dates
Yesterday Today Sat 03 Jan Sun 04 Jan Mon 05 Jan Tue 06 Jan Wed 07 Jan Thu 08 Jan Fri 09 Jan

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs the World

Episode 1
The famous race steps up to Olympian level as elite Drag Race queens from around the world take on the UK in a bid to be Mama Ru's favourite. Richard E. Grant joins in the fun.
Runtime: 1 hr 15 min i Available on iPlayer

Smoggie Queens

A Smoggie Break-Up
Dickie's friends and family gather round when his boyfriend dumps him on the doorstep. Can he fight for his love and win back his man?
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Smoggie Queens

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

Smoggie Queens

A Smoggie Feud
All aboard the Teesside Princess for Mam’s Titanic-themed drag brunch, but the event hits a proverbial iceberg when Mam is faced with an unwelcome blast from her past.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Smoggie Queens

A Smoggie Murder
It’s games night, and Dickie has concocted 'an absolutely amazing' murder mystery evening full of twists and turns. Solving the murder should be easy, if he can keep it all on track.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Smoggie Queens

A Smoggie Birthday
The gang learn that it’s Stewart’s birthday, but he doesn’t want them to make a big fuss out of it in case his grandmother or colleagues find out he’s gay. The queens come up with a cunning plan.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Dance Passion

Corey Baker’s film rallies dancers, drones, precision drivers and a closed track. Buckle up for dance like you’ve never seen it before.
Runtime: 5 min

The Catch Up

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

SpongeBob SquarePants

Patrick leads a stranger around Bikini Bottom.
Runtime: 10 min

SpongeBob SquarePants

SpongeBob is afraid to leave the Krusty Krab roof.
Runtime: 15 min

Waterloo Road

Chaos is unleashed as Darius welcomes excluded students to the school and is put to the test by a violent new arrival, who holds a surprising connection with Agnes.
Runtime: 1 hr

Waterloo Road

Portia is humiliated when her new romance turns sour, while Ben finds himself being schooled by a rebellious supply teacher after landing himself in hot water.
Runtime: 1 hr

The Hunger Games

As punishment for a failed rebellion, the 12 districts of Panem must offer up two tributes – a boy and a girl to fight to the death in the annual Hunger Games, until only one is left alive.
Runtime: 2 hr 10 min

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

Katniss Everdeen finds herself cast back into the arena when the Panem authorities announce a Quarter Quell, where former champions will be forced to exterminate each other.
Runtime: 2 hr 15 min

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Three tonight?

Tonight (Friday 09 January) on BBC Three, you can watch The Catch Up, SpongeBob SquarePants, Waterloo Road, and The Hunger Games. 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 01:55 (20:55 your time) with The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.

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

All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.

Watch BBC Three Live