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 Friday 31 July 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Fri 31 Jul
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:30 AM (12:30 AM UK Time )
12:30 AM
Talking Pictures — 00:30
Celia Imrie revisits one of cinema's greatest decades with a deeper dig into the BBC archives, uncovering more revealing interviews and magic movie moments from 1970s Hollywood.
Runtime:
1 hr
1:30 AM
Becoming Frida Kahlo — 01:30
Love and Loss
Now married and living in 1930s America, Frida sees the ugly side of capitalism, while political scandal engulfs Diego. Miscarriage and bereavement propel Frida to new heights.
2:30 AM
Great British Railway Journeys — 02:30
Michael Portillo reaches the jet age in the Derby suburb of Peartree, where he tours the engineering colossus Rolls-Royce.
Runtime:
30 min
3:00 AM
Walking With... — 03:00
Steph McGovern walks down the lanes of Littondale in Yorkshire. She meets the residents who call it home and describes the special place this area holds in her heart.
Runtime:
30 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
BBC Proms — 19:00
Elgar at the Proms
A night celebrating the famed British composer with two of his best-loved works, the First Symphony and Cello Concerto, masterfully performed by Sheku Kanneh-Mason.
Runtime:
1 hr 25 min
8:25 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:25
Gail Porter presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 25 February 2000 and featuring Shania Twain, Jay-Z, Rebecca Wheatley, Eels, CRW, Christina Aguilera and All Saints.
Runtime:
30 min
8:55 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:55
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Tom Jones & Stereophonics, Daphne & Celeste, A1, The Bluetones, Kelis, Artful Dodger featuring Romina Johnson and All Saints.
Runtime:
30 min
9:25 PM
Top of the Pops — 21:25
Noel Edmonds presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 28 July 1977 and featuring Steve Gibbons Band, Showaddywaddy, Bob Marley and the Wailers, and Legs & Co.
Runtime:
30 min
9:55 PM
Top of the Pops — 21:55
Mike Read and Janice Long present the pop chart programme from July 1983. Featuring KC and the Sunshine Band, Elvis Costello and the Attractions, The Lotus Eaters and Bananarama.
Runtime:
40 min
10:35 PM
Louis Armstrong in Concert — 22:35
First broadcast on the centenary of his birth, legendary jazz trumpeter and vocalist Louis Armstrong in performance.
Runtime:
55 min
11:30 PM
Show of the Week — 23:30
Louis Armstrong
Humphrey Lyttelton introduces the story of Louis Armstrong and His All Stars: Eddie Shu, clarinet, Tyree Glenn, trombone, Billy Kyle, piano, Bud Catlett, bass and Danny Barcelona, drums.
Runtime:
1 hr 5 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Friday 31 July) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, BBC Proms, and Top of the Pops. 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 00:35 with Show of the Week.
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.