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 08 May 2026 in the New Zealand timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
Times shown in the New Zealand timezone.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Fri 08 May
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 1:10 AM (1:10 AM UK Time )
1:10 AM
Talking Pictures — 01:10
Anthony Hopkins
A look back at the life of Oscar-winning actor Sir Anthony Hopkins, featuring interviews conducted with the BBC over the course of his career.
1:50 AM
Talking Pictures — 01:50
Celia Imrie tells the story of Glenda Jackson, one of Britain’s greatest-ever acting talents, who famously turned her back on her hugely successful screen career to pursue a life in politics.
Runtime:
45 min
2:35 AM
How to Get Ahead — 02:35
Stephen Smith explores Renaissance Florence under the reign of Grand Duke Cosimo Medici, where some of the greatest painters, sculptors and craftsmen in world history served.
Runtime:
1 hr
3:35 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:35
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
1 hr 55 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
Top of the Pops — 19:00
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring S Club 7, Pet Shop Boys, Macy Gray, Melanie C, Liam Gallagher & Steve Craddock, Eurythmics, Gabrielle and Eiffel 65.
Runtime:
30 min
7:30 PM
Top of the Pops — 19:30
Jayne Middlemiss presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 15 October 1999 and featuring Eurythmics, Jordan Knight, Macy Gray, Ann Lee, James and Christina Aguilera.
Runtime:
30 min
8:00 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:00
Andy Crane and Jenny Powell present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 4 May 1989 and featuring Debbie Gibson, Bon Jovi, Roxette, Kylie Minogue, Bangles and Chaka Khan.
Runtime:
30 min
8:30 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:30
Simon Bates presents the pop chart programme, featuring the Scottish and English World Cup squads, BA Robertson, Chas & Dave, Junior, Patrice Rushen, Tight Fit and Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder.
Runtime:
35 min
9:05 PM
Whitney at the BBC — 21:05
A celebration of the hits of one of the greatest and biggest-selling stars of all time that looks back at Whitney Houston’s best performances at the BBC.
Runtime:
1 hr
10:05 PM
Whitney Houston: Live in South Africa 1994 — 22:05
The legendary 90s concert
Whitney Houston's 1994 concert in Durban, South Africa, the first performance by a major western musician in the country following the end of apartheid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Friday 08 May) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Top of the Pops, Whitney at the BBC, and Whitney Houston: Live in South Africa 1994. 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 00:00 (11:00 your time) with Whitney Houston: Live in South Africa 1994.
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.