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 Friday 05 June 2026 in the United States timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Fri 05 Jun
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 1:00 AM (1:00 AM UK Time )
1:00 AM
Too Near the Sun — 01:00
Documentary telling the history of the superbomb and the race by scientists to imitate the nuclear reactions of the sun and build the first thermonuclear weapon. From 1966.
Runtime:
50 min
1:50 AM
Only Connect — 01:50
Quiz show in which connections must be made between seemingly random elements. How does Lord Kelvin of Largs connect with Ebola?
Runtime:
30 min
2:20 AM
Art of America — 02:20
Looking for Paradise
Andrew Graham-Dixon begins his history of American art with portraits of Puritan settlers and the dark truth behind Benjamin West's most famous painting.
3:20 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:20
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 hr 10 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
Gail Porter presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 3 December 1999 and featuring Melanie C, Boyzone, Lolly, Phats & Small, Martine McCutcheon and Cliff Richard.
Runtime:
25 min
7:25 PM
Top of the Pops — 19:25
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 10 December 1999 and featuring Whitney Houston, Mario Piu, Jamiroquai, Celine Dion, Atomic Kitten and Cliff Richard.
Runtime:
25 min
7:50 PM
Top of the Pops — 19:50
Paul Burnett presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 31 May 1979 and featuring Quantum Jump, Chas & Dave, Sparks, Peaches & Herb, Voyager, Blondie and Hot Chocolate.
Runtime:
40 min
8:30 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:30
Anthea Turner and Gary Davies present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 1 June 1989 and featuring Sinitta, Fuzzbox and Neneh Cherry.
Runtime:
30 min
9:00 PM
Aretha Franklin at the BBC — 21:00
A collection of Aretha Franklin’s performances on BBC programmes from across the decades, including her stunning 2015 rendition of You Make Me Feel (Like a Natural Woman).
Runtime:
40 min
9:40 PM
Aretha Franklin in Amsterdam 1968 — 21:40
The queen of soul
Recorded live at the Royal Concertgebouw in Amsterdam in 1968, Aretha Franklin sings a selection of her hits, including Respect, Chain of Fools and Satisfaction.
10:20 PM
Dolly Parton: Here I Am — 22:20
Creating an icon
A landmark film charting the extraordinary life and music of the queen of country, Dolly Parton, with exclusive interviews and archive footage.
11:50 PM
... Sings the Great American Songbook — 23:50
Compilation of BBC performances of the Great American Songbook tracks, featuring Shirley Bassey, Jamie Cullum, Bryan Ferry, Captain Sensible, Kirsty MacColl and Florence Welch.
Runtime:
1 hr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Friday 05 June) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Top of the Pops, Aretha Franklin at the BBC, and Aretha Franklin in Amsterdam 1968. 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 ... Sings the Great American Songbook.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
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