BBC Two TV Guide & Listings (Ireland Timezone)

See what's on BBC Two (BBC2) today with our comprehensive TV guide. View full listings, showtimes, and upcoming programmes for documentaries, drama, and comedy. See what's on BBC Two on Sunday 04 January 2026 in the Ireland timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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A Million Little Pieces

A drug-dependent young man faces his past and his inner demons after he is interned in an institution for the addicted.
Runtime: 1 hr 45 min

The Night Manager

Pine’s past resurfaces after a chance sighting. He’s pulled into a deadly conspiracy reaching from Colombia’s jungles to the heart of MI6.
Runtime: 1 hr

BBC Proms

Claudia Winkleman hosts a spine-tingling concert full of dramatic tunes and asks a packed Royal Albert Hall audience to help find the hidden traitors. With surprise guests.
Runtime: 1 hr 15 min

Richard Osman's House of Games

Festive Week 2: Friday
Alex Brooker, Rhys Darby, Joanna Page and Molly Rainford test their general knowledge skills for a special festive show in Richard Osman's Festive House of Games.
Runtime: 30 min

Take a Hike

Devon - Helen
In Ilfracombe, Devon, outspoken taxi driver Helen takes the contestants on a cultural tour of Ilfracombe’s coast. But what will the others make of Helen’s hike and her no-filter delivery?
Runtime: 30 min

Countryfile

Hamza's Highlands - Cromarty Dolphins
Hamza Yassin heads to the Cromarty Lighthouse Field Station, where scientists are tracking Scotland’s resident bottlenose dolphins in the UK’s longest-running study of its kind.
Runtime: 55 min

Breakfast

The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team.
Runtime: 1 hr

My Kind of Town

Alloa
Ian Hamilton and his guide dog Major visit Alloa, a town famous for brewing and glassmaking. Ian takes on a judo champion and tries the beer at the town’s last remaining brewery.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

My Kind of Town

Peterhead
Ian Hamilton and his guide dog Major travel to Peterhead, traditionally the home of fishing and energy but now looking to renewables.
Runtime: 30 min i Available on iPlayer

Saturday Kitchen Best Bites

2025: 04/01/2026
A mouthwatering menu from Asma Khan, Jane Baxter, Fernando Stovell and Shuana Froydenlund. Meanwhile, Rick Stein and Clive Myrie head out across the UK and abroad.
Runtime: 1 hr 30 min

Mary Berry - Love to Cook

Episode 1
Even though she’s queen of the kitchen, Mary Berry spends just as much time in the garden, growing ingredients for delicious dishes that are packed with fruit and veg.
Runtime: 30 min

This Farming Life

Episode 11
Raymond and Jen take a busman’s holiday to Switzerland. The McLeans host the Holstein Society and bad news forces Stevie to make a shocking decision.
Runtime: 1 hr

Natural World

Nature's Perfect Partners
Bill Bailey introduces extraordinary partnerships found in nature. Hippos join forces with fish for a full-body exfoliation, while ravens invite wolverines to dinner.
Runtime: 55 min i Available on iPlayer

Chariots of Fire

The story of athletes Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell, rivals who were both chosen to represent Britain in the 1924 Paris Olympics.
Runtime: 2 hr

The Searchers

Classic John Ford western. Believing the Comanche have abducted his young niece, embittered Ethan Edwards sets out to save her, accompanied by hot-headed Martin. But their long quest takes its toll.
Runtime: 1 hr 55 min

Ski Sunday

2026: 04/01/2026
World Cup racing and stories from the world of snowsport.
Runtime: 55 min

Top Gear

Bolivia Special
Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May attempt to drive from the heart of Bolivia to the coast of Chile in three 4x4s bought from the local small ads.
Runtime: 1 hr 15 min

Pilgrimage with Simon Reeve

Episode 1
Simon Reeve follows in the footsteps of pilgrims across Britain. He starts at the mystical Holy Island, before he follows the route made famous by Chaucer's Canterbury Tales.
Runtime: 1 hr

The Million Pound Shaman Scam

Episode 1
A spellbinding, self-styled shaman offers to heal people who are ill, suffering or in trouble. But her spiritual help comes with a heavy price.
Runtime: 1 hr

Back to Black

The life and music of Amy Winehouse, following the development of her unique talent and passion as she became a singular and iconic musician.
Runtime: 1 hr 55 min

Later... with Jools Holland

Amy Winehouse
Jools takes a look back at one of the world’s most iconic artists of the 21st century, celebrating her short yet remarkable career.
Runtime: 35 min

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Two tonight?

Tonight (Sunday 04 January) on BBC Two, you can watch Pilgrimage with Simon Reeve, The Million Pound Shaman Scam, and Back to Black. Check the full schedule for more details.

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When does programming end on BBC Two today?

Today's programming on BBC Two ends at 00:30 (00:30 your time) with Later... with Jools Holland.

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