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 Saturday 02 May 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Sat 02 May
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:05 AM (12:05 AM UK Time )
12:05 AM
Sad Songs at the BBC — 00:05
Some of the saddest but finest songs from the BBC’s music archives, with hits from Paul McCartney, Kate Bush, The Smiths, Randy Crawford, Coldplay, Dolly Parton, Eric Clapton and Eric Carmen.
Runtime:
1 hr
1:05 AM
Dusty Springfield at the BBC — 01:05
A second chance to explore the BBC’s archives with one of British music’s biggest and best-loved stars, Dusty Springfield.
Runtime:
1 hr 10 min
2:15 AM
Top of the Pops — 02:15
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 24 September 1999 and featuring Vengaboys, Everything but the Girl, Paul Johnson, David Bowie and Eiffel 65.
Runtime:
30 min
2:45 AM
Top of the Pops — 02:45
Jayne Middlemiss presents the pop chart programme from Ikon, Newcastle, first broadcast on 1 October 1999 and featuring DJ Jean, Kelle Bryan, S Club 7 and Eiffel 65
Runtime:
30 min
3:15 AM
Top of the Pops — 03:15
Gary Davies and Nicky Campbell present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 28 April 1988 and featuring Pat and Mick, James Brown, Fairground Attraction, The Primitives and Bananarama.
Runtime:
30 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
The Good Old Days — 19:00
Leonard Sachs presents a 1973 edition of the old-time music hall show from the City Varieties Theatre, Leeds. With Bernard Cribbins, Sandie Shaw, Bill McCue and Frances Van Dyke.
Runtime:
45 min
7:45 PM
Wildlife on Two — 19:45
A Wonderful Bird Is the Pelican
David Attenborough narrates a profile of the pelican, the large water bird noted for its huge pouch and clumsy, waddling gait.
Runtime:
25 min
8:10 PM
Hetty Wainthropp Investigates — 20:10
Fisticuffs
The victim of a road rage assault enlists the help of Hetty to find out the identity of her assailant.
Runtime:
50 min
9:00 PM
The Count of Monte Cristo — 21:00
Episode 1
Betrayed on his wedding day, Edmond Dantès is falsely accused of treason and condemned to years of brutal imprisonment in the Château d’If.
Runtime:
45 min
9:45 PM
The Count of Monte Cristo — 21:45
Episode 2
Escaping prison and uncovering a legendary fortune, Edmond reinvents himself as the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo and returns to a world that has prospered without him.
Runtime:
45 min
10:30 PM
Keeping Up Appearances — 22:30
Hyacinth Tees Off
Sitcom. Hyacinth and Richard go to join the Major at a hotel for a golfing weekend. The Major cries off playing, but has organised a friend to play with Richard.
Runtime:
30 min
11:00 PM
Sorry! — 23:00
Perchance to Dream
Timothy is suffering from bouts of sleepwalking, which could cause trouble as the annual interview for promotion is just around the corner.
Runtime:
30 min
11:30 PM
Talking Pictures — 23:30
Albert Finney
A retrospective look at television appearances made over the years by award-winning actor Albert Finney, with archive interviews and classic clips. Narrated by Sylvia Syms.
Runtime:
35 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 02 May) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, The Good Old Days, Wildlife on Two, and Hetty Wainthropp Investigates. 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 00:05 with Talking Pictures.
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.