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BBC Four TV Guide & Listings (New Zealand 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 Friday 24 April 2026 in the New Zealand timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Fri 24 Apr

12:00 AM

Why the Industrial Revolution Happened Here — 00:00

Professor Jeremy Black explains the unique economic, social and political factors that helped Britain transform itself almost entirely by the 19th century.
Runtime: 1 hr
1:00 AM

Scotland: Rome's Final Frontier — 01:00

Archaeologist Dr Fraser Hunter looks back on three centuries of contact and conflict with Scotland's Roman invaders, a story of a superpower pitted against tribesmen and warlords.
Runtime: 1 hr
2:00 AM

Shark — 02:00

A look at how an international team of scientists is trying to change people's perceptions of sharks. However, their breakthroughs come at a time when many sharks face extinction.
Runtime: 1 hr
3:00 AM

This is BBC Four — 03:00

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 hr 30 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

Snooker: World Championship — 19:00

Day 7, Evening Session
Coverage of day 7 of the World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield.
Runtime: 3 hr
10:00 PM

Top of the Pops — 22:00

Gary Davies presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 23 April 1987, featuring Five Star, The Smiths, Kim Wilde & Junior, Tom Jones, Madonna and Terence Trent D'Arby.
Runtime: 30 min
10:30 PM

Top of the Pops — 22:30

Jakki Brambles presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 19 April 1990 and featuring Sonia, Faith No More and Adamski.
Runtime: 30 min
11:00 PM

Roy Orbison at the BBC — 23:00

A deep dive into the BBC’s archives to celebrate the great Roy Orbison. Featuring hits from his UK visits, including Only the Lonely, Crying and Oh Pretty Woman.
Runtime: 35 min
11:35 PM

Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night — 23:35

A classic concert
A concert filmed in LA, first broadcast in 1988. Roy Orbison performs his greatest hits with Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Costello, Jackson Browne, kd lang, Bonnie Raitt, T Bone Burnett and Tom Waits.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Friday 24 April) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Snooker: World Championship, and Top of the Pops. 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 00:35 (11:35 your time) with Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night.

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

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