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 05 January 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Mon 05 Jan
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 1:00 AM (1:00 AM UK Time )
1:00 AM
Winterwatch — 01:00
Chris Packham introduces a classic documentary from the BBC's archive, which takes a look at the worst winter of the 20th century in 1963.
Runtime:
1 hr
2:00 AM
Hitchcock at the NFT — 02:00
In his 70th year, Alfred Hitchcock came to the National Film Theatre in London to talk to fellow director Bryan Forbes and to answer questions from an audience of film enthusiasts.
Runtime:
55 min
2:55 AM
Talking Pictures — 02:55
A look at the life of acting legend Michael Caine, using rarely seen television interviews and classic archive clips to tell the story of one of Britain's most successful actors.
Runtime:
50 min
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
Thailand: Earth's Tropical Paradise — 19:00
The Secrets of the South
Documentary series. A look at southern Thailand, known for its natural beauty. For the animals that live here, this is a natural wonderland.
Runtime:
1 hr
8:00 PM
Pavlopetri: The City Beneath the Waves — 20:00
Documentary following a team of underwater archaeologists and experts as they use CGI to reveal the secrets of Pavlopetri in Greece, the world's oldest submerged city.
Runtime:
1 hr
9:00 PM
Call My Bluff — 21:00
Robert Robinson hosts the game of word definitions and deceptions. Joining Frank Muir and Patrick Campbell are Patrick Mower, Russell Harty, Nanette Newman and Gabrielle Drake.
Runtime:
30 min
9:30 PM
Face the Music — 21:30
Joseph Cooper invites viewers to match their musical wits against Joyce Grenfell, David Attenborough and Richard Baker. With guest musician Sir Keith Faulkner.
Runtime:
30 min
10:00 PM
imagine... — 22:00
Frank Gehry: The Architect Says 'Why Can't I?'
Alan Yentob explores the colourful career of architect Frank Gehry, one of the world's most celebrated and famously provocative creative forces. First broadcast in 2015.
Runtime:
1 hr 10 min
11:10 PM
Frank Gehry: Masterbuilders — 23:10
A profile of architect Frank Gehry, acclaimed worldwide for his audacious and distinctive buildings. First broadcast in 1993.
Runtime:
45 min
11:55 PM
Artsnight — 23:55
The Brits Who Designed the Modern World
Brenda Emmanus meets and profiles ten great living British designers, to find out what inspires them and explore how they have responded to society's evolving tastes.
Runtime:
1 hr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Monday 05 January) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Thailand: Earth's Tropical Paradise, Pavlopetri: The City Beneath the Waves, and Call My Bluff. 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 00:55 with Artsnight.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.