BBC Three
What’s on BBC Three? Our guide and reviews of the best shows and the latest releases on BBC Three.
Why We Are Who We Are should be your next box set
November 25, 2020 | Helen ArcherDirector Luca Guadagnino’s first foray into television is something of a triumph, losing neither his renowned aesthetic nor his sensitive characterisation in the translation to the small screen. This eight-part series, set in an American military base near Chioggia, Italy, … Read More
Defending Digga D review: A timely, absorbing documentary
November 24, 2020 | Helen ArcherThis absorbing documentary, directed by Marian Mohamed, follows 20-year-old UK drill artist Digga D (real name Rhys Herbert) as he is released from prison following 15 months inside, after being convicted of conspiracy to commit violent disorder. Having made a … Read More
Why you should be watching Twenties
October 25, 2020 | Helen ArcherBBC Three have recently been hitting the sweet spot with their female-led acquisitions. From Fleabag through to Shrill and the recent Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens, Lena Waithe’s new series Twenties fits nicely into a growing portfolio of millennial comedy-drama.
BBC Three TV review: Just One Night
September 25, 2020 | Helen ArcherThis high concept, almost anti-dating show, posits the question of whether you’d leave your partner after spending ‘just one night’ with the person of your dreams, almost as though the Ashley Madison dating website has come to life. Bonnie and … Read More
Why Good Trouble should be your next box set
August 23, 2020 | Helen ArcherThis sharply written, gorgeously made spin-off from The Fosters will have you hooked whether you’ve seen the original or not.Read More
First look UK TV review: Motherland: Fort Salem
August 2, 2020 | Helen ArcherSeason 3 premieres on 30th October 2022. This review is based on Season 1.
This new series has a lot to recommend it. Created by Eliot Laurence, the premise is beguiling, incorporating all the elements for what should be a … Read More
Canada’s Drag Race: Guaranteed entertainment
July 3, 2020 | Helen ArcherIf you’re missing the original Drag Race – or, indeed, its UK spin-off – this Canadian version has arrived just in time to fill the void. It possesses all the sparkles, sequins, and acerbic wit of its counterparts, just in … Read More
Normal People review: A smart and sensual adaptation
April 22, 2020 | Katherine McLaughlinThis smart and sensual adaptation is powered by its two impressive young stars.Read More
Why you should catch up with BBC Three’s In My Skin
April 15, 2020 | Helen ArcherIn My Skin returns to BBC Three for Season 2 on 7th November 2021. This mini review is based on Season 1 and was originally published as part of a BBC Three reviews column.
Up-and-coming screenwriter Kayleigh Llewellyn debuted … Read More
My Left Nut review: A sad, funny, moving gem
March 1, 2020 | Helen ArcherWhile a comedy-drama called “My Left Nut”, seeking to explore the importance of men’s health, might not seem like a particularly enticing prospect for many, this limited series proves to be universally appealing. Adapted from an award-winning show at the … Read More