BBC Four TV Guide

BBC Four dives into culture, history, arts and world cinema with thoughtful documentaries, acclaimed drama and curated film seasons. See what's on BBC Four on Wednesday 26 November 2025 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Wed 26 Nov

12:45 AM

Horizon — 00:45

The Wildest Weather in the Universe
Series exploring topical scientific issues. A look at the fledgling field of extraterrestrial meteorology, as technology allows astronomers to study other planets in new ways.
1:45 AM

Rome's Invisible City — 01:45

In his favourite city, Alexander Armstrong explores the secret underground treasures that made Rome the powerhouse of the ancient world.
2:45 AM

Britain's Outlaws: Highwaymen, Pirates and Rogues — 02:45

Sam Willis explores the golden age of piracy during the early 18th century and charts the devastating impact pirates had during an age of colonial expansion.
Runtime: 1 hr
3:45 AM

This is BBC Four — 03:45

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 1 hr 45 min
5:30 AM

This is BBC Four — 05:30

This is BBC Four
Daily from 7.00pm.
Runtime: 13 hr 28 min
6:58 PM

This is BBC Four — 18:58

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 min
7:00 PM

Winter Walks — 19:00

Lemn Sissay
Lemn Sissay takes a journey through Cumbria's Dentdale amid snow-capped hills, blue skies and birdsong.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer
7:30 PM

University Challenge — 19:30

University College, Oxford v University of Glasgow
Alumni from University College, Oxford, take on the University of Glasgow in the second match. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions.
Runtime: 30 min
8:00 PM

Concorde: A Supersonic Story — 20:00

The life of the most glamorous plane ever built, as told by the people whose lives she touched. Narrated by Sophie Okonedo.
9:00 PM

Being the Brontës — 21:00

The passion, struggles and genius
Martha Kearney, novelist Helen Oyeyemi and journalist Lucy Mangan travel to Haworth Parsonage, the home of Charlotte Brontë and her sisters, Emily and Anne.
10:00 PM

Remembers... — 22:00

Kay Adshead Remembers... Wuthering Heights
Actor, producer and writer Kay Adshead reflects on her memorable portrayal of Cathy Earnshaw in the BBC’s 1978 adaptation of Wuthering Heights.
Runtime: 15 min
10:15 PM

Wuthering Heights — 22:15

Episode 1
1801: A social visit becomes a night of terror for Lockwood and a journey into the past for Heathcliff.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer
11:05 PM

Wuthering Heights — 23:05

Episode 2
Heathcliff is determined on revenge for the ill-treatment he receives from Hindley. He is only sustained by his love for Cathy.
Runtime: 55 min i Available on iPlayer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Wednesday 26 November) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Winter Walks, University Challenge, and Concorde: A Supersonic Story. Check the full schedule for more details.

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When does programming end on BBC Four today?

Today's programming on BBC Four ends at 00:00 with Wuthering Heights.

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