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 19 September 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Sat 19 Sep
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:35 AM (12:35 AM UK Time )
12:35 AM
My Life as a Rolling Stone — 00:35
Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood and a stellar cast of musicians explore the exhilarating highs and some dangerous lows in the brilliant career of a British rock 'n' roll icon.
Runtime:
1 hr
1:35 AM
Top of the Pops — 01:35
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
2:15 AM
Top of the Pops — 02:15
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
2:45 AM
Top of the Pops — 02:45
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
3:15 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:15
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 hr 15 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
Natural World — 19:00
Raising Sancho
The touching story of a rescued giant otter cub being raised by a Brazilian naturalist.
Runtime:
5 min
7:05 PM
Simon King's Shetland Adventure — 19:05
Episode 1
Wildlife cameraman Simon King and his family experience the changing seasons on the Shetland Islands. The winter weather, with winds of over 100mph, makes life tough for them.
Runtime:
1 hr
8:05 PM
Life on Earth — 20:05
The Compulsive Communicators
David Attenborough seeks to explain how we came to dominate life on earth, tracing the African origins of humans to nearly three million years ago.
9:00 PM
Paris Police — 21:00
Episode 1
Meg Steinheil is discovered bound and gagged, with the bodies of both her husband and mother found nearby. Commissaire Cochefert and Detective Jouin are suspicious of her witness statement.
Runtime:
55 min
9:55 PM
Paris Police — 21:55
Episode 2
A torn-up card provides police with a lead in the case of the Steinheil home invasion, but their resources are stretched when a gunman attempts to assassinate Alfred Dreyfus.
Runtime:
55 min
10:50 PM
Scrublands — 22:50
Scrublands: Silver
Martin Scarsden hopes for a peaceful holiday with his partner Mandy Bond in his home town of Port Silver. On the drive there, he is perplexed by a strange call from his childhood friend Jasper.
11:35 PM
Scrublands — 23:35
Scrublands: Silver
As Martin continues to investigate the events surrounding the murder of his friend Jasper, he and Mandy learn that someone at Hummingbird Beach retreat had spiked her drink.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 19 September) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Natural World, Simon King's Shetland Adventure, and Life on Earth. 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 00:20 with Scrublands.
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.