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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 Monday 08 December 2025 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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The Truth about Christmas Carols

Composer Howard Goodall uncovers the surprising and often secret history of the Christmas carol including how, over the centuries, carols have been banned by both church and state.
Runtime: 1 hr

Sammy Davis Jr at the BBC

A collection of some of Sammy Davis Jr’s finest moments on British television - showing off his unbeatable talents as singer and raconteur.
Runtime: 1 hr

Doctor Who (1963–1996)

A re-edited, feature-length version of the classic 1972 Doctor Who story that introduced audiences to the formidable aquatic species the Sea Devils.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min

This is BBC Four

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

This is BBC Four

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

This is BBC Four

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

Winter Walks

The Rev Richard Coles
The Rev Richard Coles goes on a winter walk through the historic landscape of the North York Moors.
Runtime: 30 min

Winter Walks

Amanda Owen
For her Winter Walk, Amanda Owen, the 'Yorkshire Shepherdess', wanders across the Dales and describes what life is like living and working in this dramatic and wild landscape.
Runtime: 30 min

Winter's Weirdest Events

Using state-of-the-art science, expert analysis and eyewitness accounts, Chris Packham unravels some of the strangest winter stories our planet has to offer.
Runtime: 1 hr

Leonardo

The Secret Life of the Mona Lisa
Alan Yentob tells the story of the most famous work of art in the world - the Mona Lisa. He discovers who she is, and why she is smiling.
Runtime: 1 hr

Britain's Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time

Alice Roberts joins the team excavating a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age village in the Cambridgeshire Fens that has been called the British Pompeii due to its state of preservation.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer

On Camera: Photographers at the BBC

Drawing on the BBC's rich archive, this documentary reveals the working practices, lives and opinions of some of the greatest photographers of the last 60 years.
Runtime: 1 hr
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Monday 08 December) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Winter Walks, Winter's Weirdest Events, and Leonardo. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Four live?

You can watch BBC Four live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.

When does programming end on BBC Four today?

Today's programming on BBC Four ends at 00:00 with On Camera: Photographers at the BBC.

Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?

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