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 25 October 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Sun 25 Oct
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:00 AM (12:00 AM UK Time )
12:00 AM
To the Manor Born — 00:00
Vive le Sport
Stately sitcom. Audrey puts her back out fetching in the firewood.
12:35 AM
Keeping Up Appearances — 00:35
Episode 4
While walking by an idyllic riverbank with Richard, Hyacinth conceives one of her most ambitious plans: to hold a riverside picnic as graceful as one of her candlelight suppers.
1:05 AM
Miss Marple — 01:05
The ordered tranquillity of life in St Mary Mead is shattered by a mysterious discovery. Miss Marple's investigations lead her to a seaside hotel.
Runtime:
50 min
1:55 AM
Natural World — 01:55
Documentary featuring the fascinating lives of Britain's beautiful butterflies, filmed in exquisite detail and celebrating their enduring appeal to the British people.
Runtime:
0 min
1:40 AM
Full Circle with Michael Palin — 01:40
Japan and Korea
In this episode, Michael meets a Monty Python superfan in Japan and faces travel obstacles in South Korea
2:30 AM
This is BBC Four — 02:30
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
3 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
A Stitch in Time — 19:00
The Black Prince
Fusing biography, art and the history of fashion, Amber Butchart explores the lives of historical figures through their clothes. She looks at the Black Prince.
Runtime:
30 min
7:30 PM
BBC Young Musician — 19:30
Semi-Final
It’s time for the musicians to impress the judges like never before as the competition reaches the semi-final. Presented by Petroc Trelawny.
Runtime:
1 hr 30 min
9:00 PM
Shakespeare: Rise of a Genius — 21:00
Episode 2
As Shakespeare achieves fame and fortune, a political scandal threatens his life and a family tragedy sees him question the cost of his success.
10:00 PM
Remembers... — 22:00
Derek Jacobi Remembers... Much Ado About Nothing
Sir Derek Jacobi looks back on the 1967 filmed version of Franco Zeffirelli's famous National Theatre production of Shakespeare's comedy Much Ado About Nothing.
Runtime:
15 min
10:15 PM
Much Ado About Nothing — 22:15
Dame Maggie Smith stars in the 1967 screen version of Franco Zeffirelli's exuberant National Theatre production of Shakespeare's romantic comedy.
Runtime:
2 hr 10 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Sunday 25 October) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, A Stitch in Time, BBC Young Musician, and Shakespeare: Rise of a Genius. 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 00:25 with Much Ado About Nothing.
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.