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 Sunday 15 March 2026 in the Ireland timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Sun 15 Mar

12:05 AM

Sorry! — 00:05

Sitcom about a middle-aged bachelor. The latest girl in Timothy's life has a jealous boyfriend who doesn't take kindly to him trying to steal her away.
Runtime: 30 min
12:35 AM

Nature and Us: A History through Art — 00:35

Episode 1
James Fox uses art to explore how our ancient relationship with nature changed with the advent of farming, cities, and faiths, and how we tried to gain control over the natural world.
1:35 AM

Hetty Wainthropp Investigates — 01:35

Gillian Snape's family are convinced that Lester Rose wants to marry her only for her money. Hetty has just one week to investigate whether his love for Gillian is genuine.
Runtime: 50 min
2:25 AM

The Good Old Days — 02:25

Leonard Sachs presents the silver jubilee edition of the old-time music hall programme, first broadcast on 10 January 1978. With Ken Dodd and Jan Hunt.
Runtime: 50 min
3:15 AM

Wildlife on One — 03:15

The story of an abandoned baby grey squirrel found by chance in the Oxfordshire countryside.
Runtime: 25 min
3:40 AM

This is BBC Four — 03:40

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 1 hr 50 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

Travels with Pevsner — 19:00

Dorset with Patrick Wright
Patrick Wright explores the architecture of Dorset, including the Church of St Peter and St Paul, Blandford, Milton Abbey and the Old Higher Lighthouse at Portland.
Runtime: 50 min
7:50 PM

Wild — 19:50

Stoats of Kedleston Hall
Short film about the stoats that live in the grounds of Kedleston Hall, Derbyshire, where they raise their young in an old walled garden.
Runtime: 10 min
8:00 PM

A Wild Year — 20:00

The Fens
Exploring the restless rhythms of the British countryside. Hidden away in the most easterly part of the British Isles are the Fens of East Anglia, a landscape of wild wetlands and fertile farmland.
Runtime: 1 hr
9:00 PM

The Bridges That Built London with Dan Cruickshank — 21:00

Dan Cruickshank explores the secrets of the bridges that have made London what it is. Along the way, he uncovers stories of the sublime ambition of London's bridge builders.
Runtime: 1 hr
10:00 PM

Remembers... — 22:00

Janet Suzman Remembers... Hedda Gabler
Renowned actress Dame Janet Suzman reflects on her acclaimed 1972 portrayal of Ibsen’s formidable heroine Hedda Gabler.
Runtime: 15 min
10:15 PM

Ibsen — 22:15

Hedda Gabler
The 1972 adaption of Henrik Ibsen's play about Hedda Gabler, who is newly wed and feeling trapped and dangerous. With Janet Suzman and Ian McKellen.
Runtime: 1 hr 50 min
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What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 15 March) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Travels with Pevsner, Wild, and A Wild Year. Check the full schedule for more details.

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Today's programming on BBC Four ends at 00:05 (00:05 your time) with Ibsen.

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