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 12 June 2026 in the United States timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Fri 12 Jun
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:05 AM (12:05 AM UK Time )
12:05 AM
Arena — 00:05
Arena's profile of Clint Eastwood continues with his directorial debut, Play Misty for Me, which he completed in five weeks before going on to huge success in Dirty Harry.
Runtime:
1 hr 15 min
1:20 AM
American Visions — 01:20
Art critic Robert Hughes looks at America's majestic landscapes, exploring how artists have contributed to the religious and patriotic connotations of nature.
Runtime:
1 hr
2:20 AM
The Making of King Arthur — 02:20
Simon Armitage traces the evolution of the Arthurian legend through the literature of the medieval age and reveals that King Arthur is not the great national hero we think he is.
Runtime:
1 hr
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
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Tom Jones & Cerys Matthews, B*Witched & Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Vengaboys, Artful Dodger feat Craig David and Cliff Richard.
Runtime:
25 min
7:25 PM
Top of the Pops — 19:25
Featuring Osibisa, Berni Flint, the Wurzels, Neil Innes, Demis Roussos, Bob Marley and the Wailers, ELO, Frankie Miller, The Stranglers, Honky, Rod Stewart and Legs & Co.
Runtime:
40 min
8:05 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:05
Simon Bates and Richard Skinner present the pop chart programme. Featuring Gary Moore & Phil Lynott, Kool and the Gang, Propaganda, David Bowie, Duran Duran and Paul Hardcastle.
Runtime:
25 min
8:30 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:30
Peter Powell and Simon Mayo present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 9 June 1988 and featuring Five Star, Mica Paris, James Brown, Maxi Priest, Morrissey and Erasure.
Runtime:
35 min
9:05 PM
Omnibus — 21:05
Ray Charles
Film profile of singer and pianist Ray Charles. Featuring Charles in conversation with Charlie Gillett and clips from his 1986 Royal Festival Hall concert and earlier performances.
Runtime:
1 hr 10 min
10:15 PM
Tina Turner at the BBC — 22:15
A collection of performances from one of the greatest singers and live performers in modern music - the legendary Tina Turner.
Runtime:
1 hr
11:15 PM
When Tina Turner Came to Britain — 23:15
Let’s stay together
Using previously unheard interviews, told in her own words and by those around her, this is the story of Tina Turner’s 50-year relationship with the UK since her first visit in 1966.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Friday 12 June) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Top of the Pops, Omnibus, and Tina Turner at the BBC. 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 00:15 (19:15 your time) with When Tina Turner Came to Britain.
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.