Today 02:15 - 03:25
Alan Yentob and Mel Brooks embark on an unpredictable journey through the city of stars. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. [S]
9: BBC FOUR
Fri Jun 26
Today 03:25 - 05:30
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Today 05:30 - 18:58
Daily from 7.00pm.
Today 18:58 - 19:00
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Today 19:00 - 19:30
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. Also in HD. [S]
Today 19:30 - 20:00
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. Also in HD. [S]
Today 20:00 - 20:35
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. Also in HD. [S]
Today 20:35 - 21:10
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. Also in HD. [S]
Today 21:10 - 21:50
American singer-songwriters - including Suzanne Vega, James Taylor, Janice Ian and Shawn Colvin - recall how and when they wrote their signature songs. Also in HD. [S]
Today 21:50 - 22:30
A classic concert from 1970 by American singer-songwriter James Taylor. Also in HD. [S]
Today 22:30 - 23:20
Bob Harris introduces Janis Ian in concert at the BBC Television Theatre, London, in 1976. Also in HD. [S]
Today 23:20 - 00:15
With Jimmy Page, Oasis, David Bowie, Donovan, Joan Armatrading and Joni Mitchell. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. [S]
Sat Jun 27
Tomorrow 00:15 - 00:45
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. Also in HD. [S]
Tomorrow 00:45 - 01:15
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. Also in HD. [S]
Tomorrow 01:15 - 01:55
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. Also in HD. [S]
Tomorrow 01:55 - 02:30
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. Also in HD. [S]
Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:10
American singer-songwriters - including Suzanne Vega, James Taylor, Janice Ian and Shawn Colvin - recall how and when they wrote their signature songs. Also in HD. [S]
Tomorrow 03:10 - 05:30
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Tomorrow 05:30 - 18:58
Daily from 7.00pm.
Tomorrow 18:58 - 19:00
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:05
At the jungle animal hospital in Guatemala, the wards are full of exotic patients, many of them orphans rescued from the illegal pet trade. Also in HD. [S]
Tomorrow 19:05 - 20:00
2/13. 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. Also in HD. [S]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
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. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 21:55
3/3. Grieving for her father, Evonne rebuilds her life, fires Vic, marries Roger and overcomes injury to win Wimbledon as a mother in a historic victory. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 21:55 - 22:40
3/4. At Allen's wake, Martin learns that the boy was not as innocent as first portrayed. Contains strong language, some sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 22:40 - 23:35
4/4. Martin finds the link between Byron and his victims. Contains strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 23:35 - 00:05
2/7. Sitcom about an upwardly mobile housewife and her husband. Hyacinth has to put her plans for Richard's retirement on hold when Rose starts behaving outrageously. Also in HD. [S]
Sun Jun 28
Sunday 00:05 - 00:35
2/6. Victor and Margaret agree to look after Kylie the tortoise whilst Margaret's god daughter Jennifer goes on holiday. Also in HD. [S]
Sunday 00:35 - 01:30
2/13. 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. Also in HD. [S]
Sunday 01:30 - 02:30
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. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Sunday 02:30 - 03:30
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. Also in HD. [S]
Sunday 03:30 - 05:30
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Sunday 05:30 - 18:58
Daily from 7.00pm.
Sunday 18:58 - 19:00
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Sunday 19:00 - 20:00
Documentary telling the story of the scientists who created Dolly, the sheep that changed the world. Also in HD. [S]
Sunday 20:00 - 22:10
Grammy-winning sensation Samara Joy sings timeless and much-loved classics. Also in HD. [S]
Sunday 22:10 - 23:15
Igor Stravinsky conducts the New Philharmonia Orchestra in performances of his own work. Also in HD. [S]
Sunday 23:15 - 00:15
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. Also in HD. [S]
Mon Jun 29
Monday 00:15 - 01:15
Documentary telling the story of the scientists who created Dolly, the sheep that changed the world. Also in HD. [S]
Monday 01:15 - 02:15
Simon Reeve heads to Vietnam to uncover the stories behind the morning pick-me-up. He travels to the central highlands, where he meets the people who grow, pick and pack coffee. Also in HD. [S,AD,SL]
Monday 02:15 - 03:10
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. Also in HD. [S,SL]
Monday 03:10 - 05:30
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Monday 05:30 - 18:58
Daily from 7.00pm.
Monday 18:58 - 19:00
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
33/37. The quarter-final stage approaches its close. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. Also in HD. [S]
Monday 19:30 - 20:00
10/15. Victoria Coren presents the quiz show where connections must be made between random subjects. Three Oxford postgrads take on Douglas Adams fans. Also in HD. [S]
Monday 20:00 - 21:00
Day 5 highlights from the third Test match between England and New Zealand. Also in HD. [S]
Monday 21:00 - 22:45
A unique portrait of David Hockney, one of the most significant artists of his generation. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Monday 22:45 - 23:10
The artist talks to Katie Razzall about his biggest-ever exhibition in Paris at age 87. Also in HD. [S]
Monday 23:10 - 00:00
An intimate documentary profile of artist David Hockney as he returns to the theme of double portraits, three decades after his iconic Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy. From 2003. Also in HD. [S]
Tue Jun 30
Tuesday 00:00 - 00:40
In an interview first broadcast in 1996, artist David Hockney talks to Jeremy Isaacs about painting, designing for the opera and his growing deafness. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 00:40 - 01:40
6/8. Robert Hughes considers America during the 1920s and 30s, including the skyscraper as the image of modernism, the Depression, regionalist art and black art. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 01:40 - 02:10
10/15. Victoria Coren presents the quiz show where connections must be made between random subjects. Three Oxford postgrads take on Douglas Adams fans. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 02:10 - 03:15
Igor Stravinsky conducts the New Philharmonia Orchestra in performances of his own work. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 03:15 - 05:30
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Tuesday 05:30 - 18:58
Daily from 7.00pm.
Tuesday 18:58 - 19:00
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
34/37. It's the last of the quarter-final matches. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
11/15. Quiz show in which connections must be made between seemingly random subjects. Three PhD students challenge a team that plays strategy board games. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 20:30
3/7. Sitcom about an etiquette-obsessed snob. When Hyacinth and Richard go to stay in a country cottage, events take several unexpected turns. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 20:30 - 21:00
3/6. Margaret joins the local amateur dramatic society and takes Victor to a Bergerac party. Meanwhile, Margaret's mother manages to get stuck in the bath with wallpaper paste. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00
An anthology of Dave Allen's finest, funniest and most irreverent material, compiled from his time at the BBC from 1971 to 1986. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 22:00 - 23:00
Reflecting on the career of Dave Allen, the Irish comedian who cut his teeth at Butlins, became a TV star in Australia and returned home to dominate the schedules in Britain. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 23:00 - 23:30
Irish stand-up comedian Dave Allen entertains a studio audience with his unique wit, humour and satirical observations. First broadcast in 1990. Also in HD. [S]
Tuesday 23:30 - 00:30
5/6. After Valley Forge and Monmouth, the war moves to other theatres. Armies advance in Indian country and the south. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Wed Jul 01
Wednesday 00:30 - 01:30
Dan Cruickshank explores how London survived the travails of the 17th century. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Wednesday 01:30 - 02:30
6/8. Robert Hughes considers America during the 1920s and 30s, including the skyscraper as the image of modernism, the Depression, regionalist art and black art. Also in HD. [S]
Wednesday 02:30 - 03:00
11/15. Quiz show in which connections must be made between seemingly random subjects. Three PhD students challenge a team that plays strategy board games. Also in HD. [S]
Wednesday 03:00 - 04:00
5/6. After Valley Forge and Monmouth, the war moves to other theatres. Armies advance in Indian country and the south. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Wednesday 04:00 - 05:30
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Wednesday 05:30 - 18:58
Daily from 7.00pm.
Wednesday 18:58 - 19:00
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
35/37. The semi-finals of the tournament begin. The first of the four remaining teams do battle for a place in the series final. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. Also in HD. [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
12/15. Quiz show in which connections must be made between seemingly random subjects. Three gamblers take on a team unified by their love of ten-pin bowling. Also in HD. [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
4/5. Professor Brian Cox journeys into a supermassive black hole - a monster that can destroy worlds and stop time, and which is forcing us to reassess our understanding of reality. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Wednesday 21:00 - 21:50
4/6. An insight into the Nazis' reign of terror in Poland. Contains some scenes which some viewers may find upsetting. Also in HD. [S]
Wednesday 21:50 - 22:00
Lucinda Lambton visits Europe's last ornamental farm, at Larchill, west of Dublin. It features rustic follies, great lakes and a glorious collection of animals. Also in HD. [S]
Wednesday 22:00 - 22:10
.. Our Friends in the North. Christopher Eccleston reflects on the making of Peter Flannery's acclaimed 1996 drama. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. [S]
Wednesday 22:10 - 23:30
4/9. The friends' reunion is a disaster. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. [S]
Wednesday 23:30 - 00:40
5/9. The world has turned sour for the gang. Geordie is in jail, and Tosker works in a factory. Contains some strong language and some scenes of a sexual nature. Also in HD. [S]
Thu Jul 02
Thursday 00:40 - 01:10
12/15. Quiz show in which connections must be made between seemingly random subjects. Three gamblers take on a team unified by their love of ten-pin bowling. Also in HD. [S]
Thursday 01:10 - 02:00
4/6. An insight into the Nazis' reign of terror in Poland. Contains some scenes which some viewers may find upsetting. Also in HD. [S]
Thursday 02:00 - 03:00
4/5. Professor Brian Cox journeys into the supermassive black hole at the centre of our galaxy. Also in HD. [S,AD,SL]
Thursday 03:00 - 05:30
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Thursday 05:30 - 18:58
Daily from 7.00pm.
Thursday 18:58 - 19:00
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Thursday 19:00 - 19:30
36/37. In the second of the series semi-finals, two more teams of students face off for a place in the grand final. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. Also in HD. [S]
Thursday 19:30 - 20:00
13/15. Quiz show with Victoria Coren. In the first semi-final, three lovers of the pastoral world of The Archers face a team of confirmed gamblers. Also in HD. [S]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:45
Classic period drama about three children whose lives change dramatically after they move from a comfortable townhouse to a small Yorkshire cottage near a railway line. Also in HD. [1970] [S,AD]
Thursday 21:45 - 22:00
Ben Fogle travels to West Yorkshire with actress Sally Thomsett to visit the locations of key scenes from the classic 1970 film The Railway Children. Also in HD. [S]
Thursday 22:00 - 00:15
A power repairman has an encounter with a spacecraft and is obsessed with seeing it again. Contains language which some may find offensive. Also in HD. [1980] [S,AD]
Fri Jul 03
Friday 00:15 - 00:45
13/15. Quiz show with Victoria Coren. In the first semi-final, three lovers of the pastoral world of The Archers face a team of confirmed gamblers. Also in HD. [S]
Friday 00:45 - 02:55
Grammy-winning sensation Samara Joy sings timeless and much-loved classics. Also in HD. [S]
Friday 02:55 - 05:30
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Friday 05:30 - 18:58
Daily from 7.00pm.
Friday 18:58 - 19:00
Programmes start at 7.00pm.
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Pet Shop Boys, Donell Jones, Point Break, Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott, Eurythmics, Scooch and Manic Street Preachers. Also in HD. [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Donell Jones, Nu Generation, Super Furry Animals, Hi-Gate, Manic Street Preachers, Scanty Sandwich and Britney Spears. Also in HD. [S]
Friday 20:00 - 20:30
Janice Long presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 3 July 1986. Featuring The Housemartins, Samantha Fox, Claire & Friends, Sly Fox, Gary Numan, Bucks Fizz and Wham! Also in HD. [S]
Friday 20:30 - 21:00
Nicky Campbell presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 6 July 1989 and featuring Sonia, Monie Love and The Beautiful South. Also in HD. [S]
Friday 21:00 - 21:35
US singer-songwriters perform their key songs and explain how they came to write them. Also in HD. [S]
Friday 21:35 - 22:25
Jackson Browne in a live concert from the BBC Television Theatre, London. Introduced by Bob Harris. Also in HD. [S]
Friday 22:25 - 23:10
Bottom Line. An acoustic performance by Nanci Griffith, Rosanne Cash and Mary-Chapin Carpenter. Also in HD. [S]
Friday 23:10 - 00:10
Loudon Wainwright III plays tracks from his album Here Come the Choppers alongside such classics as One Man Guy and Hard Day on the Planet. From 2005. Also in HD. [S]
Sat Jul 04
Saturday 00:10 - 00:50
Bob Harris introduces clips from 1975. Including performances by Little Feat, Ronnie Lane's Slim Chance, Richard & Linda Thompson, John Lennon, Billy Joel and Jackson Browne. Also in HD. [S]
Saturday 00:50 - 01:20
Jamie Theakston presents the pop chart programme, featuring Pet Shop Boys, Donell Jones, Point Break, Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott, Eurythmics, Scooch and Manic Street Preachers. Also in HD. [S]