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BBC Four TV Guide & Listings (Canada 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 Monday 29 December 2025 in the Canada timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Mon 29 Dec

12:30 AM

The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert — 00:30

Three drag performers in flamboyant ball gowns brave the Australian outback in their battered tour bus, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
Runtime: 1 hr 40 min
2:10 AM

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures — 02:10

Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock begins her search for extraterrestrial life with an exploration of our nearest neighbour, and her favourite space rock, the moon.
Runtime: 1 hr
3:10 AM

This is BBC Four — 03:10

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 hr 20 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

Searching the Solar System
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
8:00 PM

Blue Planet II — 20:00

Oceans of Wonder
This extended special of the nature documentary series journeys from the equator to the unexplored depths, meeting the best-loved characters from the series.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer
9:00 PM

Bob Monkhouse: The Last Stand — 21:00

Bob Monkhouse entertains a room full of comedians with stand-up, chat and a comedy masterclass. The night became the stuff of legend among comedians.
Runtime: 1 hr
10:00 PM

imagine... — 22:00

Tom Stoppard: A Charmed Life
Playwright Tom Stoppard tells Alan Yentob the extraordinary story of his life and his Leopoldstadt, in which he faces up to the pain and loss in his past.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min i Available on iPlayer
11:30 PM

Shakespeare in Love — 23:30

The greatest love story almost never told
William Shakespeare is out of ideas. That is, until Viola de Lesseps, the stage-struck daughter of a wealthy merchant, attends auditions disguised as Thomas Kent.
Runtime: 1 hr 55 min
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Monday 29 December) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Royal Institution Christmas Lectures, Blue Planet II, and Bob Monkhouse: The Last Stand. 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 01:25 (20:25 your time) with Shakespeare in Love.

Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?

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