BBC Three TV Guide — Saturday, 5 September 2026

Part two of three. The Doctor, Bill and Nardole find themselves in the middle of a war-zone where Chinese, Russian and American forces threaten each other with mutually assured destruction. At the centre of the field of battle is a 5,000-year-old pyramid that was not there yesterday. An offer of help at a terrible price arrives from an alien race. To avoid annihilation, humanity must willingly become slaves for their would-be saviours. Sci-fi drama, starring Peter Capaldi, Pearl Mackie and Matt Lucas

Part one of three. The entire world is taken over by an alien race, who brainwash the entire human race into believing they have always been a part of Earth's history. Only Bill is immune to their influence, while the Doctor appears to be aiding the colonisers. Breaking the alien's hold on humanity will require unlocking the secrets the Doctor has been hiding since his return to Earth

Comedy focusing on members of the Jessop family as they navigate a combination of life's everyday challenges. Paul gives Rachel a family voucher for a theme park which is valid for six months. Just before it reaches its expiry date - and with a neighbour's dog in tow - the Jessops finally attempt to use it. Alison Steadman, Katherine Parkinson, Jim Howick, Tom Basden, Freya Parks and Tori Allen-Martin star

Rachel attempts to help Amy get a job with an old friend from school, and Paul ropes Sam into filming content for his new YouTube fitness channel. Alison Steadman, Katherine Parkinson, Jim Howick, Tom Basden, Freya Parks and Tori Allen-Martin star

First episode of the comedy, starring Brendan O'Carroll as a doting mother-of-six who constantly interferes in her children's lives. Agnes tries to solve her son Dermot's relationship problems by giving his girlfriend advice, and Grandad ends up in hospital after Dr Flynn's attempt to read his temperature goes awry

Cathy seems reluctant to reveal any information about her new boyfriend, Mark refuses to talk about why his wife has thrown him out, and Dermot lies to his fiancée's parents about his job - all of which makes Agnes feel her family is becoming too secretive. Comedy, written by and starring Brendan O'Carroll

Sam and the ghosts encounter a new group of spirits. Trevor struggles to handle a demanding acquaintance who wants a serious relationship after their vacation fling

Sam and Jay work to secure a coveted spot on a prestigious luxury hotel list, only to face unexpected chaos when a newly discovered bunker ghost disrupts a crucial visit

A St Patrick's Day staffing emergency gives Hetty the chance to step into an unlikely role at the restaurant as she regains her once-a-year ability to be seen and heard by the living. Kyle returns to watch over the ghosts

The Rose family throws a barbecue to celebrate David and Patrick's four-month anniversary, but an unexpected visitor threatens to destroy their relationship. Alexis struggles to find meaning when she gets a random text from Ted

Johnny is warmly embraced by the Jazzagals, David and Stevie take a brief vacation, and Alexis goes out with Ted's rival