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9: BBC FOUR

Thu Dec 25
Ever Decreasing Circles

Today 02:10 - 03:30

8/8. Martin's life is turned upside down when his company announces plans to move to Oswestry. Ann falls pregnant, but Martin is too preoccupied with the thought of having to move. Also in HD. [S]

This is BBC Four

Today 03:30 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Today 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Today 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Today 19:00 - 20:00

The Read with Steffan Rhodri. Step into the magical world of Narnia with CS Lewis's beloved fantasy classic brimming with adventure, courage and Turkish Delight. Also in HD. [S]

A Classical Christmas: Inside Classical

Today 20:00 - 21:25

A Christmas cracker of a concert full of festive favourites. Presented by Petroc Trelawny. Also in HD. [S]

TOTP: Christmas 1989

Today 21:25 - 22:25

Jakki Brambles, Bruno Brookes and Gary Davies present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 25 December 1989 and featuring Bros, The Beautiful South and Jason Donovan. Also in HD. [S]

TOTP: Christmas 1977

Today 22:25 - 23:15

Noel Edmonds and David 'Kid' Jensen introduce Showaddywaddy, Hot Chocolate, Leo Sayer, Manhattan Transfer, David Soul, ABBA, Space, Johnny Mathis, Kenny Rogers and Wings. Also in HD. [S]

Swinging Christmas

Today 23:15 - 00:25

Michael Parkinson presents the John Wilson Orchestra in a celebration of festive musical treats from the golden age of swing, with special guest Curtis Stigers. Also in HD. [S]

Fri Dec 26
The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Tomorrow 00:25 - 02:00

A young couple have an unforgettable night at the castle of Dr Frank N Furter. Contains some strong language, some sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. [1975] [S]

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Tomorrow 02:00 - 03:00

The Read with Steffan Rhodri. Step into the magical world of Narnia with CS Lewis's beloved fantasy classic brimming with adventure, courage and Turkish Delight. Also in HD. [S]

This is BBC Four

Tomorrow 03:00 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Tomorrow 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Tomorrow 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

BBC Classical: Best of 2025

Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:00

From Nessun Dorma to Holst's Planets, relive highlights from a year of classical music on the BBC with treats from the Proms, Cardiff Singer of the World and archive performances. Also in HD. [S]

Lesley Garrett at the BBC

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:30

A tribute to the remarkable voice and career of the great soprano Lesley Garrett, who shares memories of some of her finest performances on the BBC. Also in HD. [S]

The Best of Lesley Garrett Tonight

Tomorrow 21:30 - 22:20

Highlights from the popular soprano's series Lesley Garrett Tonight, with guests including Bryn Terfel, Darcey Bussell, Andrea Bocelli, Gary Barlow, Michael Ball and Lily Savage. Also in HD. [S]

TOTP: Christmas 1985

Tomorrow 22:20 - 23:15

Gary Davies, Janice Long, Dixie Peach, John Peel and Steve Wright present the most popular hits of 1985, with stars in the studio and on video, first broadcast on 25 December 1985. Also in HD. [S]

40 Hits of 1985 at the BBC

Tomorrow 23:15 - 01:35

A trip into the BBC's archives for a selection of songs from 1985. Also in HD. [S]

Sat Dec 27
ABBA at the BBC

Saturday 01:35 - 02:35

A compilation of ABBA's greatest performances at the BBC, including Waterloo, Dancing Queen, Does Your Mother Know, Thank You for the Music, SOS, Fernando, Chiquitita and more. Also in HD. [S]

TOTP: Christmas 1985

Saturday 02:35 - 03:30

Gary Davies, Janice Long, Dixie Peach, John Peel and Steve Wright present the most popular hits of 1985, with stars in the studio and on video, first broadcast on 25 December 1985. Also in HD. [S]

This is BBC Four

Saturday 03:30 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Saturday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Saturday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

All Creatures Great and Small: Christmas Special

Saturday 19:00 - 20:30

Tristan buys a new Daimler car, putting him heavily in debt. He becomes involved with the local bell ringing team, particularly a new schoolteacher, Miss Marston. Also in HD. [S]

To the Manor Born: The First Noel

Saturday 20:30 - 21:00

8/8. Classic sitcom. As Christmas approaches, Audrey is determined to carry out her responsibilities as though she still lived at the manor. Also in HD. [S,AD]

Samuel West Remembers... Prunella Scales

Saturday 21:00 - 21:20

Actor Samuel West introduces a special night of BBC programmes that celebrate the life and work of his mother, Prunella Scales. Also in HD. [S]

Prunella Scales: Funny Women

Saturday 21:20 - 21:50

Prunella Scales looks back at her long and varied career in television and films. Featuring clips from her starring roles and contributions from colleagues, friends and family. Also in HD. [S]

A Question of Attribution

Saturday 21:50 - 23:00

Alan Bennett's drama about the double life led by Sir Anthony Blunt, Soviet agent and surveyor of the Queen's pictures. Also in HD. [S]

Looking for Victoria

Saturday 23:00 - 00:00

1/2. Drama documentary with Prunella Scales. The first episode examines Queen Victoria's traumatic childhood, coronation at 18 and marriage to her first cousin Albert. Also in HD. [S]

Sun Dec 28
Looking for Victoria

Sunday 00:00 - 00:55

2/2. Dramatised documentary on Queen Victoria with Prunella Scales. This episode explores the queen's close bonds with John Brown and Indian servant 'the Munshi'. Also in HD. [S]

The Best of Lesley Garrett Tonight

Sunday 00:55 - 01:45

Highlights from the popular soprano's series Lesley Garrett Tonight, with guests including Bryn Terfel, Darcey Bussell, Andrea Bocelli, Gary Barlow, Michael Ball and Lily Savage. Also in HD. [S]

All Creatures Great and Small: Christmas Special

Sunday 01:45 - 03:15

Tristan buys a new Daimler car, putting him heavily in debt. He becomes involved with the local bell ringing team, particularly a new schoolteacher, Miss Marston. Also in HD. [S]

To the Manor Born: The First Noel

Sunday 03:15 - 03:45

8/8. Classic sitcom. As Christmas approaches, Audrey is determined to carry out her responsibilities as though she still lived at the manor. Also in HD. [S,AD]

This is BBC Four

Sunday 03:45 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Sunday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Sunday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Sunday 19:00 - 20:00

Is There Life Beyond Earth?. 1/3. Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock explores her favourite space rock, the moon. Also in HD. [S]

Planet Earth II: A World of Wonder

Sunday 20:00 - 21:00

A compilation from the wildlife documentary series presented by David Attenborough, visiting animals in their habitats across the globe, recorded in stunning ultra-high definition. Also in HD. [S,AD]

One Foot in the Grave Christmas Special

Sunday 21:00 - 22:00

The Meldrews have a tarot reading that prophesies disaster for Victor. Patrick and Pippa sell their home, but a house clearance crew are mistaken for their removal men. Also in HD. [S,AD]

Dave Allen

Sunday 22:00 - 22:55

Dave Allen looks at the English, the Irish and many other illogical aspects of life - with his own unique wit and satirical observations. Contains adult humour. Also in HD. [S]

Billy Connolly: A Scot in the Arctic

Sunday 22:55 - 23:40

Billy Connolly ventures from stage to ice - a frozen Arctic Ocean inhabited by ten-foot polar bears. He must cope for a week. Also in HD. [S,AD]

Scene by Scene

Sunday 23:40 - 00:30

Mark Cousins talks to actor Terence Stamp about his life and career. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. [S]

Mon Dec 29
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

Monday 00:30 - 02:10

Three drag performers brave the Australian outback in their battered tour bus. Contains strong language. Also in HD. [1994] [S]

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Monday 02:10 - 03:10

Is There Life Beyond Earth?. 1/3. Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock explores her favourite space rock, the moon. Also in HD. [S,SL]

This is BBC Four

Monday 03:10 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Monday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Monday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Monday 19:00 - 20:00

Is There Life Beyond Earth?. 2/3. Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock searches the solar system for signs of alien life. Also in HD. [S]

Blue Planet II: Oceans of Wonder

Monday 20:00 - 21:00

This extended special of the nature documentary series journeys from the equator to the unexplored depths, meeting the best-loved characters from the series. Also in HD. [S,AD]

Bob Monkhouse: The Last Stand

Monday 21:00 - 22:00

Bob Monkhouse entertains a room full of comedians with stand-up, chat and a comedy masterclass. The night became the stuff of legend among comedians. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. [S]

Tom Stoppard: A Charmed Life - imagine

Monday 22:00 - 23:30

... Tom Stoppard tells Alan Yentob the extraordinary story of his play Leopoldstadt. Deals with adult themes. Also in HD. [S]

Shakespeare in Love

Monday 23:30 - 01:25

In disguise, the stage-struck daughter of a wealthy merchant becomes Shakespeare's muse. Contains some scenes of a sexual nature. Also in HD. [1998] [S,AD]

Tue Dec 30
Inside Classical: The Hound of the Baskervilles

Tuesday 01:25 - 02:45

8/8. A stage adaptation of this thriller with a live soundtrack by the BBC Symphony Orchestra. Also in HD. [S]

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Tuesday 02:45 - 03:45

Is There Life Beyond Earth?. 2/3. Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock searches the solar system for signs of alien life. Also in HD. [S,SL]

This is BBC Four

Tuesday 03:45 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Tuesday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Tuesday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Tuesday 19:00 - 20:00

Is There Life Beyond Earth?. 3/3. Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock ventures deep into our galaxy, on the hunt for alien life. Also in HD. [S]

Best of Seven Worlds, One Planet

Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00

A compilation of the most spectacular moments from the series, highlighting the rich and wonderful diversity of life found on our planet's seven unique continents. Also in HD. [S,AD]

John le Carre: The Secret Centre

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

Nigel Williams presents a documentary about spies, in fact and fiction, talking to author John le Carre, whose name is synonymous with espionage, about his extraordinary life. Also in HD. [S]

Michael Jayston Remembers... Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Tuesday 22:00 - 22:10

Michael Jayston looks back on the BBC's adaptation of John le Carre's classic spy tale. Also in HD. [S]

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Tuesday 22:10 - 23:00

1/7. Acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre's novel. When summoned by the cabinet watchdog for intelligence affairs, Smiley agrees to head the hunt for a secret service mole. Also in HD. [S]

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Tuesday 23:00 - 23:50

2/7. Acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre's novel. Smiley is forced to go back over some very old ground when he is told a story about spies. Also in HD. [S]

Mark Lawson Talks to John le Carre

Tuesday 23:50 - 00:50

John le Carre talks to Mark Lawson about his fragmented childhood, life in the diplomatic service, working with Alec Guinness and his book A Most Wanted Man. Also in HD. [S]

Wed Dec 31
John le Carre: The Secret Centre

Wednesday 00:50 - 01:50

Nigel Williams presents a documentary about spies, in fact and fiction, talking to author John le Carre, whose name is synonymous with espionage, about his extraordinary life. Also in HD. [S]

Blue Planet II: Oceans of Wonder

Wednesday 01:50 - 02:50

This extended special of the nature documentary series journeys from the equator to the unexplored depths, meeting the best-loved characters from the series. Also in HD. [S,AD]

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Wednesday 02:50 - 03:50

Is There Life Beyond Earth?. 3/3. Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock ventures deep into our galaxy, on the hunt for alien life. Also in HD. [S,SL]

This is BBC Four

Wednesday 03:50 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Wednesday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Wednesday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

TOTP2: New Year Special

Wednesday 19:00 - 20:15

Steve Wright with the perfect new year playlist, featuring performances by The Three Degrees, Elton John, Blondie, Lionel Richie, The Bee Gees, Madonna and Kylie Minogue. Also in HD. [S]

Talking Pictures: Jaws

Wednesday 20:15 - 21:00

Celia Imrie dives into the BBC's archives to tell the behind-the-scenes story of Steven Spielberg's classic aquatic horror, Jaws. Also in HD. [S]

Jaws

Wednesday 21:00 - 23:00

A great white shark begins preying on humans off the beaches of New England. Contains horror. Also in HD. [1975] [S,AD]

Jaws 2

Wednesday 23:00 - 00:50

The beach-goers of Amity are threatened again by a giant, man-eating shark. Contains some violent scenes. Also in HD. [1978] [S]

Thu Jan 01
Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story

Thursday 00:50 - 02:15

Steven Spielberg shares his exclusive story behind the making of Jaws. Contains some scenes which some viewers may find upsetting. Also in HD. [S,AD]

Talking Pictures: Jaws

Thursday 02:15 - 03:00

Celia Imrie dives into the BBC's archives to tell the behind-the-scenes story of Steven Spielberg's classic aquatic horror, Jaws. Also in HD. [S]

Seven Worlds, One Planet: Continents of Wonder

Thursday 03:00 - 04:00

A compilation of the most spectacular moments from the series. Also in HD. [S,AD,SL]

This is BBC Four

Thursday 04:00 - 05:30

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Thursday 05:30 - 18:58

Daily from 7.00pm.

This is BBC Four

Thursday 18:58 - 19:00

Programmes start at 7.00pm.

New Year's Day Concert: Highlights from Vienna 2026

Thursday 19:00 - 21:00

Petroc Trelawny presents highlights of the Vienna Philharmonic's New Year's Day Concert, conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin. Also in HD. [S]

The Great Escape

Thursday 21:00 - 23:45

During the Second World War, a group of Allied prisoners of war mount a daring breakout from a supposedly inescapable Nazi prison camp. Based on a true story. Also in HD. [1963] [S]

The Italian Job

Thursday 23:45 - 01:20

Classic comedy caper starring Michael Caine. Cockney criminal Charlie Croker and his gang take on an audacious plan to steal a cache of gold bullion in Turin, Italy. Also in HD. [1969] [S,AD]