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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 Sunday 28 June 2026 in the United States timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Four Schedule — Sun 28 Jun

12:05 AM

One Foot in the Grave — 00:05

Victor and Margaret agree to look after Kylie the tortoise whilst Margaret's god daughter Jennifer goes on holiday.
Runtime: 30 min
12:35 AM

Life on Earth — 00:35

Building Bodies
David Attenborough examines the creatures and fossils of the Great Barrier Reef, which provide clues to how the original primitive animals of the sea evolved.
Runtime: 55 min i Available on iPlayer
1:30 AM

Voyages of Discovery — 01:30

Paul Rose reveals the story behind the first ever circumnavigation of the world, when Magellan set out 500 years ago to find the westward route to the Spice Islands.
Runtime: 1 hr
2:30 AM

Cumbria's Red Squirrels — 02:30

Beautiful and heartbreaking
Film following Cumbria's red squirrels throughout the seasons and revealing the work of some of the many people who ensure they continue to thrive and survive.
Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer
3:30 AM

This is BBC Four — 03:30

This is BBC Four
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Runtime: 2 hr
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

Dolly: The Sheep That Changed the World — 19:00

Documentary telling the story of the scientists who created Dolly, the sheep that changed the world.
Runtime: 1 hr
8:00 PM

BBC Proms — 20:00

The Great American Songbook with Samara Joy
Grammy Award-winning sensation Samara Joy sings Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra and Sun Ra’s timeless classics. Andi Oliver hosts this Proms debut from a rising star.
Runtime: 2 hr 10 min
10:10 PM

Music 625: Stravinsky Conducts Stravinsky — 22:10

Igor Stravinsky conducts the New Philharmonia Orchestra in performances of his own works Variations in Memory of Aldous Huxley and The Firebird Suite. Introduced by Richard Baker.
Runtime: 1 hr 5 min
11:15 PM

How to Build a Cathedral — 23:15

Architectural historian Jon Cannon goes in search of the clues that shed light on how our medieval forebears were able to build the wonders of their world.
Runtime: 1 hr

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Four tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 28 June) on BBC Four, you can watch This is BBC Four, Dolly: The Sheep That Changed the World, BBC Proms, and Music 625: Stravinsky Conducts Stravinsky. 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 How to Build a Cathedral.

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

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