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 Saturday 24 October 2026 in the Australia timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Sat 24 Oct
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:15 AM (12:15 AM UK Time )
12:15 AM
Disco: Soundtrack of a Revolution — 00:15
Set against the backdrop of black power and sexual liberation, a look at the high watermark of disco in the mid-to-late 70s, conquering the mainstream and turning black women and gay men into icons.
Runtime:
1 hr
1:15 AM
Disco at the BBC — 01:15
Another slice of disco delight with a celebration of nightclub classics taken from the very best of the BBC’s archives, including Rock Your Baby, Ring My Bell and Yes Sir, I Can Boogie.
Runtime:
1 hr
2:15 AM
Top of the Pops — 02:15
Peter Powell presents The Piranhas, Toyah, The Kids from Fame, Imagination, Kool and the Gang, Bauhaus, Spandau Ballet, Culture Club, Sharon Redd and Shakin' Stevens.
Runtime:
40 min
2:55 AM
Top of the Pops — 02:55
Gail Porter presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 23 June 2000 and featuring Mary Mary, Darude, Moby, Jamelia, Idlewild, Macy Gray and Black Legend.
Runtime:
30 min
3:25 AM
Top of the Pops — 03:25
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 30 June 2000 and featuring Black Legend, Lonestar, Girl Thing, Damage, David Gray, Oasis and Kylie Minogue.
Runtime:
30 min
3:55 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:55
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
1 hr 35 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
Butterflies: A Very British Obsession
Documentary featuring the fascinating lives of Britain's beautiful butterflies, filmed in exquisite detail and celebrating their enduring appeal to the British people.
Runtime:
45 min
7:45 PM
Full Circle with Michael Palin — 19:45
Japan and Korea
In this episode, Michael meets a Monty Python superfan in Japan and faces travel obstacles in South Korea
8:35 PM
Miss Marple — 20:35
Part 1
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:
55 min
9:30 PM
The Seventh Seal — 21:30
Ingmar Bergman's cinematic masterpiece
A knight returning from the crusades makes the acquaintance of Death himself and challenges him to a game of chess, in an attempt to evade him long enough to perform one final redemptive act.
Runtime:
1 hr 35 min
11:05 PM
Arena — 23:05
Arena: Bergman and the Cinema
Ingmar Bergman pays one final visit to Filmstaden, where many of his films were made. Featuring numerous clips from Bergman's best work and material from his private archives.
Runtime:
55 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 24 October) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Natural World, Full Circle with Michael Palin, and Miss Marple. 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 00:00 (10:00 your time) with Arena.
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.