BBC Two TV Guide

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BBC Two Schedule — Sun 17 May

12:50 AM

Half Man — 00:50

1993. Niall is conflicted when asked by his mother to lie in court about Ruben’s violence. Ruben seems to have changed for the better, so the decision weighs heavily on him.
Runtime: 55 min
1:45 AM

Mint — 01:45

As Dylan tries to build bridges, Shannon sees him in a new light. Ollie puts herself in harm’s way, while Cat loses her footing – until help comes from an unexpected source.
Runtime: 30 min
2:15 AM

Mint — 02:15

Determined to protect her family, Shannon turns her attention to Sam. As chaos builds, she, Cat and Ollie become increasingly desperate, until Shannon faces a terrible decision.
Runtime: 30 min
6:40 AM

The A to Z of TV Gardening — 06:40

Letter C
A look at some of the BBC's most popular gardening programmes and personalities, presented by Carol Kirkwood. Carol explores subjects that all begin with the letter C.
Runtime: 45 min
7:25 AM

Countryfile — 07:25

Oswestry Livestock Market
Charlotte Smith and Adam Henson visit Oswestry Livestock Market, one of the region’s largest weekly cattle and sheep markets.
Runtime: 1 hr
8:25 AM

Breakfast — 08:25

The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team.
Runtime: 35 min
9:00 AM

Landward — 09:00

Episode 6
Dougie, Arlene and Shahbaz head to the Isle of Bute, the jewel of the Firth of Clyde. Dougie meets resilient dairy farmers, and Arlene lends a hand with a beach ranger.
Runtime: 30 min
9:30 AM

Beechgrove Garden — 09:30

Episode 7
It's time for some early summer colour as Carole Baxter is at Glenarn in the first of her visits to classic Scottish gardens.
Runtime: 30 min
10:00 AM

Saturday Kitchen Best Bites — 10:00

2026: 17/05/2026
Flavour-packed recipes from Rukmini Iyer, Stephen Terry, Ken Hom and Anna Haugh. Meanwhile, Rick Stein and Clive Myrie head out of the studio.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min
11:30 AM

Best Bakes Ever — 11:30

Episode 6
Jane Asher brings together a selection of recipes from the nation's favourite television chefs.
Runtime: 30 min
12:00 PM

Women's Six Nations Rugby — 12:00

Wales v Italy
The final round of Women's Six Nations fixtures begins with Wales at home to Italy.
Runtime: 2 hr 30 min
2:30 PM

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes — 14:30

Classic comedy musical. A transatlantic trip brings romantic problems for showgirls Lorelei and Dorothy, seeking different things from men.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min
4:00 PM

Flog It! — 16:00

Episode 7
A collection of the best finds from the show's travels round the country.
Runtime: 30 min
4:30 PM

Final Score — 16:30

2025/26: 17/05/2026
Jason Mohammad and guests bring you all the goals, latest news, analysis, reaction and interviews as five Premier League teams continue their chase for European football next season.
Runtime: 45 min
5:15 PM

This Farming Life — 17:15

Mystery Thief
Emma's trail cams capture a family of hungry otters, big money is at stake for Ally at a prestigious ram sale, and it’s showtime on Arran for Callum and Zara’s young kids.
Runtime: 1 hr
6:15 PM

Countryfile — 18:15

The people, places and stories making news in the British countryside.
Runtime: 1 hr
7:15 PM

Expedition with Steve Backshall — 19:15

Episode 1
Steve and a team of world-class kayakers head to Kamchatka to take on white water in a bid to explore a pristine wilderness packed with more brown bears than almost anywhere else on the planet.
Runtime: 45 min
8:00 PM

RHS Chelsea Flower Show — 20:00

Countdown to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026
Gardeners go for gold at the world's most famous flower show.
Runtime: 1 hr
9:00 PM

Scandinavia with Simon Reeve — 21:00

Episode 2
The second leg of Simon’s journey takes him from the stunning fjords of Norway to Iceland – the original land of fire and ice.
10:00 PM

Later... with Jools Holland — 22:00

Episode 1
Jools welcomes global star Niall Horan, London legends Squeeze, dance pop duo TOMORA, blues poet aja monet and Bristol duo Getdown Services.
Runtime: 50 min
10:50 PM

Brother — 22:50

Where family history and city rhythms collide
Sons of Caribbean immigrants, Francis and Michael face questions of masculinity, identity and family amid the pulsing beat of Toronto's early hip-hop scene.
Runtime: 1 hr 55 min i Available on iPlayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Two tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 17 May) on BBC Two, you can watch Expedition with Steve Backshall, RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Scandinavia with Simon Reeve, and Later... with Jools Holland. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Two live?

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When does programming end on BBC Two today?

Today's programming on BBC Two ends at 00:45 with Brother.

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