BBC Four TV Guide & Listings (Australia Timezone)
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 Tuesday 30 December 2025 in the Australia timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Tue 30 Dec
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 1:25 AM (1:25 AM UK Time )
1:25 AM
Inside Classical — 01:25
The BBC Symphony Orchestra perform a live soundtrack in this premier stage adaptation of Conan Doyle’s thriller, starring Mark Gatiss as Holmes and Sanjeev Bhaskar as Dr Watson.
Runtime:
1 hr 20 min
2:45 AM
Royal Institution Christmas Lectures — 02:45
Space scientist Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock continues her search for alien life with a grand tour of our solar system. Could any other planets or moons out there be habitable?
Runtime:
1 hr
3:45 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:45
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
1 hr 45 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
Royal Institution Christmas Lectures — 19:00
To the Stars and Beyond
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, with the help of the world’s most powerful telescope, ventures through the Milky Way and into the universe beyond, on the hunt for alien worlds.
Runtime:
1 hr
8:00 PM
Seven Worlds, One Planet — 20:00
Continents of Wonder
A compilation of the most spectacular moments from the series, highlighting the rich and wonderful diversity of life found on our planet's seven unique continents.
9:00 PM
John le Carre: The Secret Centre — 21:00
Nigel Williams presents a documentary about spies, in fact and fiction, talking to author John le Carre, whose name is synonymous with espionage, about his extraordinary life.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:00 PM
Remembers... — 22:00
Michael Jayston Remembers... Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
Michael Jayston recalls his role as George Smiley's right-hand man in the BBC’s acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre’s classic spy tale, and acting alongside Sir Alec Guinness.
Runtime:
10 min
10:10 PM
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy — 22:10
Return to the Circus
Acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre's novel. When summoned by the cabinet watchdog for intelligence affairs, Smiley agrees to head the hunt for a secret service mole.
Runtime:
50 min
11:00 PM
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy — 23:00
Tarr Tells His Story
Acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre's novel. Smiley is forced to go back over some very old ground when he is told a story about spies.
Runtime:
50 min
11:50 PM
Mark Lawson Talks To... — 23:50
John le Carre
John le Carre talks to Mark Lawson about his fragmented childhood, life in the diplomatic service, working with Alec Guinness and his book A Most Wanted Man.
Runtime:
1 hr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Tuesday 30 December) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Royal Institution Christmas Lectures, Seven Worlds, One Planet, and John le Carre: The Secret Centre. 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 00:50 (11:50 your time) with Mark Lawson Talks To....
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
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