BBC Three Next Week: The Must‑Watch, The Must‑See, The Must‑Ignore
BBC Three delivers a week packed with varied genres, from wildlife encounters and craft competitions to crime dramas and sci‑fi thrillers. Below is our curated guide to the most compelling shows each day, with simple advice on who should buckle up for each episode.
Monday 14 September 2026
The Catch Up (News) – 19:00
Daily news recap, suitable for all ages.
Deadly 60 – Wildlife (Episode 1) – 19:05
Steve Backshall explores lethal wildlife encounters; one of the better options for nature lovers.
The Great British Sewing Bee – 20:00
Craftsmanship meets competition; reliable for families and aspiring designers.
Silent Witness – 22:00
Crime drama with graphic scenes; advised for mature audiences.
Get Out – 00:00
Horror thriller; holds up well for horror enthusiasts but contains strong language.
Tuesday 15 September 2026
Top Gear – 20:00
Motoring magazine with a comedic edge; great for car enthusiasts and TV fans.
The Devil in the Family – 21:00
Drama with unsettling themes; reliable for mature viewers.
To Catch a Stalker – 22:45
Thriller with intense scenes; advised for adults only.
The Kim Kardashian Diamond Heist – 01:10
True‑crime expose; holds up well for those interested in investigative stories.
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Doctor Who – 20:45
Sci‑fi adventure; one of the better options for teens and adults.
Top Gear – 20:00
Road trip with humor; reliable for car lovers.
The Devil in the Family – 21:00
Drama with strong language; advised for mature audiences.
Thursday 17 September 2026
The Cruise – 19:00
Docusoap with gambling drama; one of the better options for viewers looking for real‑life intrigue.
Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job – 20:00
Home makeover show; reliable for families with interest in design.
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK – 21:00
Reality competition; holds up well for fans of LGBTQ+ culture.
Here We Go – 22:15
Family drama with humor; suitable for a broad audience.
Friday 18 September 2026
Doctor Who – 20:45
Final episodes of the season; reliable for sci‑fi fans.
Here We Go – 20:15
Humorous family drama; holds up for viewers seeking light entertainment.
Mrs Brown’s Boys – 21:15
Comedy with strong language; advised for adults.
Saturday 19 September 2026
Doctor Who – 20:45
Enjoy the final showdown; one of the better options for sci‑fi lovers.
Mrs Brown’s Boys – 21:15
Family comedy; reliable for adult audiences.
Sunday 20 September 2026
World Road Cycling Championships – 19:00
Live sports coverage; holds up for cycling enthusiasts.
Sicario – 20:00
Action‑thriller; advised for mature viewers.
Sicario 2: Soldado – 21:55
Sequel with violent scenes; one of the better options for action lovers.
In a week full of varied programming, BBC Three offers something for every taste. From thrilling wildlife adventures to light‑hearted comedy, there’s a show for everyone, but watch out for intense scenes in some dramas.
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