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 18 September 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Fri 18 Sep
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:10 AM (12:10 AM UK Time )
12:10 AM
The Secret World of Haute Couture — 00:10
Margy Kinmonth meets millionaire customers and world-famous designers as she explores the anachronistic but little-explained pocket of the fashion industry known as haute couture.
Runtime:
1 hr
1:10 AM
Shark — 01:10
A look at how an international team of scientists is trying to change people's perceptions of sharks. However, their breakthroughs come at a time when many sharks face extinction.
Runtime:
1 hr
2:10 AM
Pubs, Ponds and Power: The Story of the Village — 02:10
Archaeologist Ben Robinson explores the rise, fall and rise of Lavenham in Suffolk, the best-preserved medieval village in the country.
Runtime:
30 min
2:40 AM
Canals: The Making of a Nation — 02:40
Liz McIvor tells the story of the people who operated the canal boats carrying fuel and goods around the country.
Runtime:
30 min
3:10 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:10
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 hr 20 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
Top of the Pops — 19:00
Sara Cox presents the pop chart programme, featuring Steps, Angie Stone, Sweet Female Attitude, Bloodhound Gang, Lock 'n' Load, Hanson, Lonestar and Craig David.
Runtime:
30 min
7:30 PM
Top of the Pops — 19:30
Jayne Middlemiss presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 21 April 2000 and featuring Craig David, Sisqo, Sash!, Oasis, Jessica Simpson, Point Break and Fragma.
Runtime:
30 min
8:00 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:00
Steve Wright introduces the pop programme, featuring performances from Gidea Park, Beggar & Co, Sheena Easton, Godley & Creme, The Pointer Sisters, Bucks Fizz and Adam & The Ants.
Runtime:
40 min
8:40 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:40
Simon Bates and Peter Powell present the pop chart programme from September 1985. Featuring Red Box, Madonna, Lloyd Cole & The Commotions, and David Bowie & Mick Jagger.
Runtime:
30 min
9:10 PM
Radio 2 in the Park — 21:10
Best of Radio 2 in the Park 2026
Relive the highlights from an unforgettable weekend of Radio 2 in the Park in Stirling, with huge performances from Chaka Khan, Simple Minds, Texas, Lulu, James Blunt and many more.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:10 PM
The Rolling Stones: Live at the Fonda — 22:10
The Rolling Stones captured live at Hollywood's Fonda Theatre in May 2015. The concert sees the band perform their Sticky Fingers album live for the first, and so far only time, in their career.
Runtime:
1 hr 25 min
11:35 PM
My Life as a Rolling Stone — 23:35
Mick Jagger
Mick Jagger talks openly about his life in The Rolling Stones, from his first performances in local teenage parties to his creation of a stage persona that has defined the rock 'n' roll lead singer.
Runtime:
1 hr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Friday 18 September) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Top of the Pops, Radio 2 in the Park, and The Rolling Stones: Live at the Fonda. 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 My Life as a Rolling Stone.
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.