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 Sunday 08 February 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Sun 08 Feb
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:10 AM (12:10 AM UK Time )
12:10 AM
Yes, Prime Minister — 00:10
The National Education Service
Jim Hacker decides to abolish the Department of Education and Science to reduce bureaucracy and save money, giving cash directly to schools. Sir Humphrey, of course, is appalled.
12:40 AM
Hetty Wainthropp Investigates — 00:40
An old friend gives Hetty her most baffling case yet. If she fails, a young woman will lose her baby and go to jail.
Runtime:
50 min
1:30 AM
The Good Old Days — 01:30
Leonard Sachs presents an edition of the old-time music hall programme, first broadcast on 3 February 1977. With Barbara Windsor, Norman Collier, Valerie Masterson and Jan Hunt.
Runtime:
40 min
2:10 AM
Meet the Ancestors — 02:10
Archaeologist Julian Richards follows the scientific trail of the skeletons of a woman and three young children uncovered at a Stone Age temple in Dorset.
Runtime:
30 min
2:40 AM
Ulster in Focus — 02:40
Tony McAuley narrates a programme celebrating the culture, history and outstanding natural beauty of the Antrim Glens.
Runtime:
20 min
3:00 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:00
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 hr 30 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
A Wild Year — 19:00
The Pembrokeshire Coast
A look at Pembrokeshire’s wild and rugged coast, where life is defined by the rhythm of the seasons and the power of the sea.
Runtime:
1 hr
8:00 PM
Eurovision Classical Concerts — 20:00
Manchester: BBC Philharmonic plays Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake Suite
In a special concert from Aviva Studios, Manchester, the BBC Philharmonic plays Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake Suite as well as works by John Adams, Vaughan Williams and Thomas Adès.
Runtime:
1 hr 40 min
9:40 PM
City Scapes — 21:40
Berlin
Programme exploring how the city of Berlin has developed since the fall of the wall in 1989. First broadcast in 2001.
Runtime:
20 min
10:00 PM
Remembers... — 22:00
Trevor Eve, Juliet Stevenson and David Thacker Remember... A Doll's House
A look back at the BBC's acclaimed 1992 adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House that reunites leading cast members Trevor Eve and Juliet Stephenson and director David Thacker.
Runtime:
30 min
10:30 PM
Ibsen — 22:30
A Doll's House
The 1992 adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's classic play, directed by David Thacker. Nora, tired of being patronised and casually discounted by her husband, rebels against him.
Runtime:
2 hr 15 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Sunday 08 February) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, A Wild Year, Eurovision Classical Concerts, and City Scapes. 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 00:45 with Ibsen.
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.