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 Monday 02 February 2026 in the Ireland timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Mon 02 Feb

Sound Waves: The Symphony of Physics — 01:00

Dr Helen Czerski investigates the science behind the sounds we're familiar with and the sounds that we normally can't hear, from Big Ben to the Stromboli volcano.
Runtime: 1 hr

Come Dancing — 02:00

Terry Wogan hosts as Midlands and West take on North West in the 1978 Come Dancing grand final from the Lyceum Ballroom, London. With commentary by Barri Haynes.
Runtime: 40 min

Wogan: The Best Of — 02:40

Sir Terry Wogan presents more magical moments from his days in the hotseat of Britain's best-loved chat show, with guests including Judi Dench, Helen Mirren and Bob Hoskins.
Runtime: 45 min

This is BBC Four — 03:25

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 hr 5 min

This is BBC Four — 05:30

This is BBC Four
Daily from 7.00pm.
Runtime: 13 hr 28 min

This is BBC Four — 18:58

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

Wild China — 19:00

Tibet
Series about the creatures that live in China's most beautiful landscapes. This episode looks at the remote Tibetan Plateau, home to chiru antelopes, wild yaks and bears.
Runtime: 1 hr

Art of Persia — 20:00

Episode 3
Samira Ahmed goes back to when Persia faced her gravest threat, Genghis Khan, and reveals how the Safavids, who succeeded the Mongols, give Iran a powerful new identity.

Call My Bluff — 21:00

13 /03/1979
Robert Robinson hosts as Frank Muir, Joanna Lumley and Miles Kington face Patrick Campbell, Rula Lenska and Ian Wooldridge in the panel game of word definitions and deceptions.
Runtime: 30 min

Face the Music — 21:30

Joseph Cooper invites viewers to match their musical wits against guests Joyce Grenfell, Richard Baker and Robin Ray. With guest musician Lina Lalandi.
Runtime: 30 min

Brian Cox: Seven Days on Mars — 22:00

With unique access to Nasa, Brian Cox follows Perseverance rover’s search for life on Mars during a critical seven-day period as it undertakes an epic journey across the red planet.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Voyage to Mars: The Longest Goodbye — 23:30

To venture beyond, look within
Film following Nasa psychologist Dr Al Holland as he prepares Mars-bound astronauts for the psychological demands of a three-year absence from Earth.
Runtime: 1 hr 25 min i Available on iPlayer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Monday 02 February) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Wild China, Art of Persia, and Call My Bluff. Check the full schedule for more details.

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When does programming end on BBC Four today?

Today's programming on BBC Four ends at 00:55 (00:55 your time) with Voyage to Mars: The Longest Goodbye.

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