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 Sunday 29 March 2026 in the United States timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Sun 29 Mar

12:05 AM

Sorry! — 00:05

1980s sitcom about a middle-aged man still living with his parents. Timothy makes a determined effort to find himself a flat.
Runtime: 35 min
12:40 AM

Hetty Wainthropp Investigates — 00:40

Hetty joins a quilt-making circle in order to find out who is terrorising a housing estate. Classic crime drama starring Patricia Routledge.
Runtime: 1 hr 50 min
2:30 AM

Angela Rippon: Portrait — 02:30

Angela Rippon sits for artist Paul Wyeth, who feels he has put his head 'very much on the chopping block' by agreeing to paint a portrait of one of Britain's best-known female faces. From 1979.
Runtime: 25 min
2:55 AM

imagine... — 02:55

Alan Yentob meets Rose Wylie and delves into her curious and colourful world to discover how her memories and experiences have helped mould the artist that she is today.
Runtime: 1 hr 5 min
4:00 AM

This is BBC Four — 04:00

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

Elaine Paige: 60 Years on Stage — 19:00

Queen of the West End
A celebration of Elaine Paige's 60-year career in show business.
8:00 PM

Remembers... — 20:00

Elaine Paige Remembers... A Night on the Town
Elaine Paige looks back on A Night on the Town – a musical extravaganza from the early 1980s, filmed with a mostly American cast of singers and dancers.
Runtime: 15 min
8:15 PM

A Night on the Town — 20:15

That’s entertainment!
Musical spectacular, first broadcast in 1983, showcasing the work of Irving Berlin, Noel Coward, George Gershwin and Cole Porter. Ann Reinking and Lewis Collins are transported back in time.
Runtime: 1 hr 45 min i Available on iPlayer
10:00 PM

Remembers... — 22:00

Charles Dance Remembers... Little Eyolf
Charles Dance looks back on the 1982 adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's play.
Runtime: 10 min
10:10 PM

Ibsen — 22:10

Little Eyolf
The 1982 adaption of Henrik Ibsen's psychological study of grief and guilt, starring Diana Rigg and Anthony Hopkins.
Runtime: 1 hr 35 min
11:45 PM

Mindful Escapes: Breathe, Release, Restore — 23:45

Joy
Mindfulness expert Andy Puddicombe explains how watching scenes from nature can help bring feelings of positivity, happiness and wellbeing to the viewer.
Runtime: 30 min
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 29 March) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Elaine Paige: 60 Years on Stage, Remembers..., and A Night on the Town. 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 00:15 (19:15 your time) with Mindful Escapes: Breathe, Release, Restore.

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