BBC Four TV Guide & Listings (Ireland 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 03 January 2026 in the Ireland timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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In Concert
Folk singer Joan Baez performs live in concert at the BBC Television Theatre, London, in 1965. Songs include Silver Dagger, It Ain't Me, Babe and Isn't It Grand, Boys.
Runtime:
30 min
Top of the Pops
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Bryan Adams and Melanie C, Honeyz, Robbie Williams, Alisha's Attic, Alda, Lighthouse Family, Spice Girls and Steps.
Runtime:
30 min
Top of the Pops
Peter Powell presents the pop chart programme, featuring Eddie and the Hot Rods, Terry Wogan, Tonight, Brotherhood of Man, Julie Covington, Bob Marley and the Wailers and Wings.
Runtime:
35 min
Top of the Pops
Mark Goodier and Andy Crane present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 5 January 1989 and featuring Kim Wilde, Climie Fisher, Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan, and The Four Tops.
Runtime:
30 min
Top of the Pops
Noel Edmonds presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 8 January 1976 and featuring Osibisa, Sailor, Tony Christie, Sheer Elegance, ELO, Barbara Dickson and Queen.
Runtime:
30 min
Top of the Pops
David Hamilton presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 22 January 1976 and featuring Sailor, Barbara Dickson, Osibisa, Slik, ELO, Smokie, R&J Stone and Queen.
Runtime:
30 min
This is BBC Four
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
1 hr 55 min
This is BBC Four
This is BBC Four
Daily from 7.00pm.
Runtime:
13 hr 28 min
This is BBC Four
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 min
Remembers...
Christopher Biggins Remembers... Rentaghost
Entertainer Christopher Biggins takes a nostalgic look back at his time on the BBC comedy Rentaghost, sharing memories of the show’s quirky humour and unforgettable characters.
Runtime:
15 min
Rentaghost
It's Pantomime Time
Ethel Meaker is worried about her upcoming amateur pantomime performance, so McWitch gives her a potion, which makes Ethel dream of the Rentaghost team... performing a pantomime!
Runtime:
30 min
Remembers...
Dame Patricia Routledge Remembers... Hetty Wainthropp Investigates
Dame Patricia explains what attracted her to playing the woman who discovers a talent for sleuthing in her sixties, and why such roles are so vital in an industry that places such a focus on youth.
Runtime:
5 min
Hetty Wainthropp Investigates
The Bearded Lady
Drama series about a woman who turns private detective at the age of 60. While investigating the mysterious death of an elderly lady, she uncovers a secret.
Runtime:
1 hr 10 min
Arena
From Roger Moore with Love
Friends, family and co-stars take part in this revealing and entertaining look at British icon Roger Moore and his rise to global fame. With rare home-movie footage.
Escape to Athena
Wartime action yarn about a group of Allied prisoners of war who plan to escape while excavating an archaeological site on a German-occupied Greek island.
Runtime:
1 hr 55 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Saturday 03 January) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Remembers..., Rentaghost, and Hetty Wainthropp Investigates. 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 00:15 (00:15 your time) with Escape to Athena.
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.