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BBC Four TV Guide & Listings (United States 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 Tuesday 30 December 2025 in the United States timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

Times shown in the United States timezone.

Channels
BBC One (BBC1) BBC Two (BBC2) ITV1 Channel 4 Channel 5 ITV2 ITV3 ITV4 E4 Film4 More4 GREAT! movies Sky Arts RTÉ One BBC Three (BBC3) CBeebies BBC News BBC Four BBC ALBA BBC Parliament BBC Scotland CBBC S4C
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Inside Classical

The BBC Symphony Orchestra perform a live soundtrack in this premier stage adaptation of Conan Doyle’s thriller, starring Mark Gatiss as Holmes and Sanjeev Bhaskar as Dr Watson.
Runtime: 1 hr 20 min

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Space scientist Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock continues her search for alien life with a grand tour of our solar system. Could any other planets or moons out there be habitable?
Runtime: 1 hr

This is BBC Four

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 1 hr 45 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

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

To the Stars and Beyond
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, with the help of the world’s most powerful telescope, ventures through the Milky Way and into the universe beyond, on the hunt for alien worlds.
Runtime: 1 hr

Seven Worlds, One Planet

Continents of Wonder
A compilation of the most spectacular moments from the series, highlighting the rich and wonderful diversity of life found on our planet's seven unique continents.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer

John le Carre: The Secret Centre

Nigel Williams presents a documentary about spies, in fact and fiction, talking to author John le Carre, whose name is synonymous with espionage, about his extraordinary life.
Runtime: 1 hr

Remembers...

Michael Jayston Remembers... Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
Michael Jayston recalls his role as George Smiley's right-hand man in the BBC’s acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre’s classic spy tale, and acting alongside Sir Alec Guinness.
Runtime: 10 min

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Return to the Circus
Acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre's novel. When summoned by the cabinet watchdog for intelligence affairs, Smiley agrees to head the hunt for a secret service mole.
Runtime: 50 min

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Tarr Tells His Story
Acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre's novel. Smiley is forced to go back over some very old ground when he is told a story about spies.
Runtime: 50 min

Mark Lawson Talks To...

John le Carre
John le Carre talks to Mark Lawson about his fragmented childhood, life in the diplomatic service, working with Alec Guinness and his book A Most Wanted Man.
Runtime: 1 hr
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Tuesday 30 December) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Royal Institution Christmas Lectures, Seven Worlds, One Planet, and John le Carre: The Secret Centre. 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 00:50 (19:50 your time) with Mark Lawson Talks To....

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

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