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 26 June 2026 in the United States timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.
Times shown in the United States timezone.
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Dates
BBC Four Schedule — Fri 26 Jun
Programming hasn’t started yet.
The first program is at 12:45 AM (12:45 AM UK Time )
12:45 AM
Only Connect — 00:45
Quiz show in which connections must be made between seemingly random subjects. Three Archers fans take on three flatmates who met at Exeter Uni.
Runtime:
30 min
1:15 AM
Double Cross: The True Story of the D-Day Spies — 01:15
Writer and presenter Ben Macintyre reveals the gripping true story of the double agents who helped to make D-Day a success, a triumph for espionage, deceit and twisted thinking.
Runtime:
1 hr
2:15 AM
imagine... — 02:15
With the aid of the BBC archive, Alan Yentob and Mel Brooks embark on an unpredictable journey through the city of stars, meeting the legendary Carl Reiner along the way.
Runtime:
1 hr 10 min
3:25 AM
This is BBC Four — 03:25
This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime:
2 hr 5 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, first broadcast on 7 January 2000 and featuring Vengaboys, Steps, Shania Twain, S Club 7, Alice Deejay and Westlife.
Runtime:
30 min
7:30 PM
Top of the Pops — 19:30
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Artful Dodger feat Craig David, Pet Shop Boys, Len, DJ Luck & MC Neat, Tina Turner, Dark Star and Westlife.
Runtime:
30 min
8:00 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:00
Simon Bates and Peter Powell introduce the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 23 June 1983. With Freeez, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Shakatak, Mike Oldfield, H20 and The Police.
Runtime:
35 min
8:35 PM
Top of the Pops — 20:35
Peter Powell presents the pop chart show with performances from Thom Pace, Janet Kay, Thin Lizzy, Squeeze, Tubeway Army, Quantum Jump, UK Subs, Lene Lovich and Gerry Rafferty.
Runtime:
35 min
9:10 PM
Words and Music — 21:10
American Stories 1
American singer-songwriters - including Suzanne Vega, James Taylor, Janice Ian and Shawn Colvin - recall how and when they wrote their signature songs.
Runtime:
40 min
9:50 PM
In Concert — 21:50
James Taylor
A classic concert from 1970 by American singer-songwriter James Taylor.
Runtime:
40 min
10:30 PM
The Old Grey Whistle Test — 22:30
Janis Ian
Bob Harris introduces Janis Ian in concert at the BBC Television Theatre, London, in 1976.
Runtime:
50 min
11:20 PM
Acoustic at the BBC — 23:20
Acoustic guitar performances featuring Jimmy Page, Oasis, Biffy Clyro, David Bowie, Donovan, Joan Armatrading, Bert Jansch, Johnny Marr and Bernard Butler, and Joni Mitchell.
Runtime:
55 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Four tonight?
Tonight (Friday 26 June) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Top of the Pops, Words and Music, and In Concert. 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 Acoustic at the BBC.
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.