BBC PrimeTime now available only on S3

weekdays from 21h00-23h00

BBC PrimeTime now available only on S3

  • Monday’s to Wednesday’s - Enjoy Exceptional Dramas
  • Thursday - we’re going the extra mile with Extraordinary Documentaries
  • Friday’s - race into the weekend with some Exhilarating Entertainment

 

 

Highlights

Synopsis

Stephen Fry in Central America

This fascinating and entertaining documentary follows actor, comedian and writer Stephen Fry as he embarks on a remarkable road trip through Central America. It's an adventure that takes him through Mexico and the entire central American Isthmus to Panama, taking in some of the oldest civilizations on the planet - Maya, Aztec and Olmec. Seven years after he explored all 50 states of the USA in a black taxi cab, this new trip south of the border sees him travelling in everything from a converted school bus to a hot air balloon, as well as riding trains and a white-knuckle zip wire.


Thursdays - Fridays at 21:30, starts 2 October

Top Gear - S27

The world's biggest motoring show is back with a shiny new presenter line up - Chris Harris is joined by comedian Paddy McGuinness and cricket legend Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff, and of course, the Stig. Paddy, Freddie and Chris tackle the fastest, hottest, toughest Top Gear challenges to date: pushing their cars - and themselves - to the very limits of endurance.

Mondays - Wednesdays at 21:30, starts 6 October

DCI Banks - S5

DCI Banks returns for its grittiest season yet with an explosive serial crime story that weaves through all six episodes. When the victim of a frenzied attack is found in woodland, the team wonder if it's a random killing or related to the location - a shrine to a local girl who recently committed suicide there. But when Banks uncovers a link to local crime boss Steve Richards, he formulates a theory of his own.

Thursdays - Fridays at 20:30, starts 15 October

The Durrells - S2

This charming and hugely popular series returns to follow the further adventures of the eccentric Durrell family as they embrace life on a gorgeous Greek island. The Durrells is based on Gerald Durrell's trilogy of Corfu novels and this latest series sees sparky English widow Louisa and her brood continue to put down roots in their dilapidated rented house, alongside an ever-increasing menagerie of animals brought home by youngest son Gerry.

Mondays - Wednesdays at 20:30, starts 19 October

Secret Cities - S1

The fascinating stories behind the art that has shaped three dazzlingly beautiful cities. Amsterdam, St Petersburg and Barcelona are visited by tourists in their droves who tread well-worn paths around great galleries, palaces and plazas. But in this series, art historian Janina Ramirez and art critic Alastair Sooke reveal the essence of each city in a fresh and fascinating way by going off the beaten track to visit their own selection of must-see sights.

Mondays - Wednesdays at 21:30, starts 26 October

Listing Cape Town - S2

Season 2 of Listing Cape Town promises to be even bigger and even more opulent with ten new episodes in this season of the popular local BBC Lifestyle property-themed reality lifestyle show.

Thursdays - Fridays at 20:30, starts 29 October

Cornwall with Simon Reeve

Simon Reeve journeys through beautiful Cornwall, meeting the people and places affected by the 2020 pandemic. The short British summer is everything to Cornwall, and tourism is critical to many people’s livelihoods. But the pandemic of 2020 has made for an eerie quietness in this usually bustling seaside destination. And businesses are in a race to survive. Simon also looks into the environmental challenges facing Cornwall, and meets lots of stunning wildlife along the way, including grey seals, baby lobsters, and the newly reintroduced beaver population.

Thursday 29 October - Friday 30 October at 21:30

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FAQs

BBC Primetime is BBC Studios’ first dedicated BBC branded block in South Africa, available on public broadcaster, SABC. The content block will be available to watch weekdays between 21:00 and 23:00 and will home award-winning BBC catalogue dramas, documentaries and factual entertainment.

BBC Primetime is available on SABC3 Monday-Friday between 21:00-23:00.

BBC Primetime is available on SABC3 which is a free-to-view public broadcaster.

  • Curated especially with SABC3 audience in mind working closely with SABC team to select the fantastic, high-quality line-up of British content
  • The block is specifically focused on drama, documentaries and factual entertainment to suit SABC3 audience tastes. A window for new South African viewers for some of the wider offering and genres available in our award-winning catalogue