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 05 July 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Sun 05 Jul
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:30 AM (12:30 AM UK Time )
12:30 AM
Life on Earth — 00:30
The First Forests
The story of life, from the first primitive cells to the plants and animals of today. In this programme, David Attenborough looks at the first land flora.
1:25 AM
Voyages of Discovery — 01:25
Paul Rose tells the true story of an eventful voyage as he explores how Captain James Cook's discoveries changed the world.
Runtime:
1 hr
2:25 AM
The Interview — 02:25
David Hockney: A Life in Art
In a programme first published in 2025, ahead of the opening of his biggest-ever show, David Hockney talks to Katie Razzall about why painting still makes him happy at 87.
2:50 AM
Face to Face — 02:50
In an interview first broadcast in 1996, artist David Hockney talks to Jeremy Isaacs about painting, designing for the opera and his growing deafness.
Runtime:
40 min
3:30 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:30
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 hr
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
Natural World — 19:00
Heligan: Secrets of the Lost Garden
Looking at the secret lives of the wildlife in one of Britain's favourite gardens, from a family of foxes that play after hours to toads in the Italian garden.
Runtime:
1 hr
8:00 PM
Inside Classical — 20:00
The Rite of Spring: Inside Classical
Stravinsky’s revolutionary ballet score is the highlight in the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra’s celebration of spring from Manchester's Aviva Studios. Presented by Ben Gernon.
Runtime:
50 min
8:50 PM
BBC Proms — 20:50
Philip Glass and Ravi Shankar
First transmitted in 2017. Ravi Shankar and Philip Glass's 1989 album Passages is performed live and in full for the first time.
Runtime:
1 hr 10 min
10:00 PM
In Concert — 22:00
Ravi Shankar
Concert featuring Indian musician Ravi Shankar, first shown in 1974. He performs just one song, entitled Rag Behag.
Runtime:
35 min
10:35 PM
South Asian Music at the BBC — 22:35
To help mark 60 years of Asian broadcasting at the BBC, DJ Bobby Friction shares his love and knowledge of South Asian music with a journey back through the archives.
Runtime:
2 hr 30 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Sunday 05 July) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Natural World, Inside Classical, and BBC Proms. 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 01:05 with South Asian Music at the BBC.
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.