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 20 September 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Sun 20 Sep
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:20 AM (12:20 AM UK Time )
12:20 AM
To the Manor Born — 00:20
The New Farm Manager
Stately sitcom. Richard offers Ned's services to Audrey in Brabinger's absence but Ned thinks it is all a plot to remove him from his tied cottage.
12:50 AM
Keeping Up Appearances — 00:50
Please Mind Your Head
Domestic sitcom. Hyacinth and Richard have finally moved into their 'country retreat'. Although Hyacinth views the flat as 'old-world bijou', Richard finds it anything but.
1:20 AM
Life on Earth — 01:20
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.
2:15 AM
Shark — 02:15
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
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
Crossing England in a Punt: River of Dreams — 19:00
From the Staffordshire hills to the Humber estuary, spirited explorer Tom Fort embarks on a 170-mile journey down the River Trent on his own custom-built punt, the Trent Otter.
Runtime:
1 hr
8:00 PM
A Wild Year — 20:00
The Fens
Exploring the restless rhythms of the British countryside. Hidden away in the most easterly part of the British Isles are the Fens of East Anglia, a landscape of wild wetlands and fertile farmland.
Runtime:
1 hr
9:00 PM
The Riviera: A History in Pictures — 21:00
Painting Paradise
Richard E Grant follows in the footsteps of artists who have lived, loved and painted on France's Cote d'Azur, including Cezanne, Monet, Renoir and Matisse.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:00 PM
Remembers... — 22:00
David Ireland Remembers... Cyprus Avenue
Writer David Ireland shares his recollections of his award-winning play Cyprus Avenue, which won huge international praise and gave actor Stephen Rea the role of a lifetime.
Runtime:
20 min
10:20 PM
Cyprus Avenue — 22:20
Stephen Rea stars
David Ireland's award-winning dark comedy about sectarian hatred in Northern Ireland. Eric Miller, a Belfast loyalist, mistakes his five-week-old granddaughter for Gerry Adams.
11:55 PM
Discovering the Music of Antiquity — 23:55
Bringing music back to life
The discovery of an ancient music score in the Louvre sets researchers on a mission to recreate the music as it was originally heard by the Greeks 2,400 years ago.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Sunday 20 September) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Crossing England in a Punt: River of Dreams, A Wild Year, and The Riviera: A History in Pictures. 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 00:55 with Discovering the Music of Antiquity.
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.