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 14 June 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Sun 14 Jun

12:00 AM

Summer of '76: Away from It All — 00:00

Herbie and June Harris tell their story of the summer of 1976 and how they coped with their problems and discovered the importance of making the best of things - away from it all.
Runtime: 50 min
12:50 AM

Keeping Up Appearances — 00:50

Comedy of social manners. Hyacinth wants her neighbours to see the arrival of her new suite, boasting that it's an exact replica of one at Sandringham House.
Runtime: 30 min
1:20 AM

Keeping Up Appearances — 01:20

Sitcom about an irrepressible snob. Hyacinth's plan to take Daddy on a picnic backfires when he takes the car, leaving the rest of the family stranded.
Runtime: 30 min
1:50 AM

The World About Us — 01:50

Documentary exploring the long, hot summer of 1976, the driest for two centuries. It was seen by many as a year of disaster for the countryside. But was it really?
Runtime: 50 min
2:40 AM

Horizon — 02:40

Documentary from 1976 that explores the drought crisis of that year, going behind the scenes to discover its impact on farming, the landscape and industrial and domestic consumers.
Runtime: 45 min
3:25 AM

This is BBC Four — 03:25

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 hr 5 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

Afoot Again in the Past — 19:00

Wallpaper and Chimneys
Lucinda Lambton visits the last surviving traditional wallpaper factory in London, and Dan Cruickshank investigates the hidden jewels of British architecture - chimneys.
Runtime: 15 min
7:15 PM

Timeshift — 19:15

The Modern Age of the Coach
Documentary bringing the story of the coach up to date, exploring the most recent phase of Britain's love affair with four-wheeled group travel from school trips to Indian treks.
Runtime: 1 hr
8:15 PM

Remembers... — 20:15

Michael Palin Remembers... Michael Palin's Hemingway Adventure
The much-loved broadcaster, writer and traveller reflects on his journey through the landscapes, cultures and stories that shaped one of the 20th century's most celebrated authors.
Runtime: 15 min
8:30 PM

Michael Palin's Hemingway Adventure — 20:30

Episode 1
Michael Palin follows in Ernest Hemingway's footsteps across Europe, Africa and America. He starts in Spain for Pamplona's bull run and Valencia's bullfighting.
Runtime: 45 min i Available on iPlayer
9:15 PM

Michael Palin's Hemingway Adventure — 21:15

Episode 2
Michael Palin starts in Chicago, before visiting a Michigan summer cottage where Hemingway fished. In Paris, Michael drives round the Arc de Triomphe in a tank.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer
10:05 PM

Windrush: Portraits of a Generation — 22:05

A lasting memorial
Following a remarkable project spearheaded by the King, this documentary sees leading artists create portraits of pioneering members of the Windrush Generation.
Runtime: 1 hr 15 min i Available on iPlayer
11:20 PM

Michael Palin's Hemingway Adventure — 23:20

Episode 1
Michael Palin follows in Ernest Hemingway's footsteps across Europe, Africa and America. He starts in Spain for Pamplona's bull run and Valencia's bullfighting.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 14 June) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Afoot Again in the Past, Timeshift, and Remembers.... Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Four live?

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When does programming end on BBC Four today?

Today's programming on BBC Four ends at 00:10 with Michael Palin's Hemingway Adventure.

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

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