BBC Two TV Guide & Listings (Ireland Timezone)

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Tonight's highlights

      
        7:15 PM
        
          Expedition with Steve Backshall
        
      Steve joins forces with ropes expert Aldo Kane and Saudi Arabian geologists Mahmoud Al-Shanti and Hala Alwagdani to explore a volcanic underworld in search of the longest lava tube in Arabia.

8:00 PM Lucy Worsley Investigates Lucy Worsley investigates the turning points that led to America’s declaration of independence from Britain in 1776 and asks whether this explosive split could have been avoided.

9:00 PM Scandinavia with Simon Reeve On the last leg of his Scandinavian journey, Simon uncovers the surprising and sometimes shocking side of Sweden and Denmark, two of the happiest and wealthiest countries on earth.

10:00 PM Later... with Jools Holland Jools welcomes musician and producer James Blake, blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa, rising star Sekou, country artist Ashley McBryde, Manchester’s Mandy, Indiana and legend Jocelyn Brown.

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BBC Two Schedule — Today

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The first program is at 12:50 AM (12:50 AM UK Time )

12:50 AM

Half Man — 00:50

2008. After a breakdown, Niall learns that Ruben has returned. Obsession takes hold, and a charged confrontation forces the brothers to face their fractured past.

Runtime: 1 hr 5 min

1:55 AM

Death Valley — 01:55

A man is found dead while he is meant to be serving community service. After some time apart, Janie and John must come together and get creative in order to crack the case.

Runtime: 45 min

6:35 AM

The A to Z of TV Gardening — 06:35

Letter E

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 E.

Runtime: 45 min

7:20 AM

Glorious Gardens from Above — 07:20

Sussex

Horticulturist Christine Walkden explores gardens and countryside from a hot air balloon. Christine takes to the skies above Sussex and drops in at West Dean Garden.

Runtime: 45 min

8:05 AM

Countryfile — 08:05

The River Leven through Time

Anita Rani and Joe Crowley explore the River Leven, which flows through Fife, uncovering how this once-hardworking industrial river shaped communities for centuries.

Runtime: 55 min

9:00 AM

Landward — 09:00

Episode 7

Dougie is in the Cairngorms to see how precious habitats are being protected against wildfires. Meanwhile, Anne takes a trip to the Isle of May to uncover her family’s lighthouse history.

Runtime: 30 min

9:30 AM

Beechgrove Garden — 09:30

Episode 8

Kirsty Wilson and Brian Cuningham show how to help the garden's pollinators as they focus on planting that will attract bees.

Runtime: 30 min

10:00 AM

Saturday Kitchen Best Bites — 10:00

2026: 24/05/2026

A sumptuous menu from Vivek Singh, Emily English and Paul A Young. Meanwhile, Rick Stein and the Hairy Bikers head out of the studio.

Runtime: 1 hr 30 min

11:30 AM

Andi Oliver’s Fabulous Feasts — 11:30

Stoke

Andi’s in the home of UK ceramics, Stoke-on-Trent, to put on a festival for an arts project. Can she overcome her creative demons to make a feast that channels the area’s artistry?

Runtime: 1 hr

12:30 PM

The Hairy Bikers' Cookbook — 12:30

Namibian BBQ

Dave Myers and Si King hit the road in search of culinary experience. In the Germanic town of Swakopmund on the Namibian coast, they sample a traditional barbecue.

Runtime: 15 min

12:45 PM

What's Up, Doc? — 12:45

The carefree Judy has a suitcase with an encyclopedia and a nightgown, the repressed Howard has a suitcase full of igneous rocks - and Mr Smith has a suitcase full of top-secret government documents.

Runtime: 1 hr 30 min

2:15 PM

Some Like It Hot — 14:15

Comic masterpiece from Billy Wilder. Musicians Joe and Jerry accidentally witness the St Valentine's Day massacre and attempt to make a getaway by joining an all-girl jazz band.

Runtime: 2 hr

4:15 PM

This Farming Life — 16:15

D-Day for Dairy Farmers

Behind on the dairy shed build, Lucy and Adam still need to buy cows to milk. Callum and Zara are building for their future, and Terrence’s heart appointment gives cause to reflect.

Runtime: 1 hr

5:15 PM

Countryfile — 17:15

South Wales: A Critical Season in the Forest

Matt Baker and Sammi Kinghorn explore the forests of the Welsh valleys at a critical time. As spring gives way to summer, wildlife is at its most active, but wildfire poses a growing threat.

Runtime: 1 hr

6:15 PM

Final Score — 18:15

2025/26: 24/05/2026

All the latest football scores, results and reaction.

Runtime: 30 min

6:45 PM

Flog It! — 18:45

London Zoo

Paul Martin opens the gates at London Zoo to the lucky locals laden with antiques. The animals have front row seats as Will Axon and Thomas Plant do their valuations.

Runtime: 30 min

7:15 PM

Expedition with Steve Backshall — 19:15

Episode 2

Steve joins forces with ropes expert Aldo Kane and Saudi Arabian geologists Mahmoud Al-Shanti and Hala Alwagdani to explore a volcanic underworld in search of the longest lava tube in Arabia.

Runtime: 45 min

8:00 PM

Lucy Worsley Investigates — 20:00

Lucy Worsley Investigates: The American Revolution

Lucy Worsley investigates the turning points that led to America’s declaration of independence from Britain in 1776 and asks whether this explosive split could have been avoided.

Runtime: 1 hr

9:00 PM

Scandinavia with Simon Reeve — 21:00

Episode 3

On the last leg of his Scandinavian journey, Simon uncovers the surprising and sometimes shocking side of Sweden and Denmark, two of the happiest and wealthiest countries on earth.

Runtime: 1 hr i Available on iPlayer

10:00 PM

Later... with Jools Holland — 22:00

Episode 2

Jools welcomes musician and producer James Blake, blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa, rising star Sekou, country artist Ashley McBryde, Manchester’s Mandy, Indiana and legend Jocelyn Brown.

Runtime: 45 min

10:45 PM

Radio 1’s Big Weekend — 22:45

Olivia Dean

Olivia Dean headlines the festival for the first time, taking to the Main Stage with her soulful storytelling and summer-ready sound for an unforgettable finale.

Runtime: 1 hr 10 min

11:55 PM

Radio 1’s Big Weekend — 23:55

Sunday Highlights

Highlights from Sunday at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2026 from Herrington Country Park.

Runtime: 1 hr

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Coming up tomorrow

Tomorrow on BBC Two — 25 May 2026

12:55 AM

Question Time

Fiona Bruce presents an hour of topical debate from Dumfries. On the panel are Kirsty McNeill, Stephen Flynn, Harriet Cross, Thomas Kerr and Ross Greer.
1:55 AM

Expedition with Steve Backshall

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.
2:40 AM

The Cage

As forces close in on Matty and Leanne, and the evidence stacks up against them, can they pull off one last roll of the dice?
6:20 AM

Greatest Gardens with Diarmuid Gavin and Carol Klein

Carol Klein and Diarmuid Gavin lead the search along with guest judge and keen gardener Katie Piper to find Northern Ireland’s greatest garden.
6:50 AM

Just One Thing

Roman Kemp meets children's entertainer Susan and suggests she add a hot bath to her evening routine. Not only could it improve her quality of sleep – it could even reduce the risk of heart disease.
7:20 AM

Match of the Day

Kelly Cates presents highlights of the final day of the Premier League season's ten matches, including Arsenal’s trip to Crystal Palace and Manchester City versus Aston Villa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Two tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 24 May) on BBC Two, you can watch Expedition with Steve Backshall, Lucy Worsley Investigates, Scandinavia with Simon Reeve, and Later... with Jools Holland. Check the full schedule for more details.

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