Ali & Ava
Ava is a teaching assistant, a mum and a granny who loves country and folk music. After school she gets a lift home from the charismatic Ali. Their banter, peppered with occasional strong language, gâŠ
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Two patients with rare conditions have a voice box and a kidney removed. The surgeons show every gritty detail of the operation. Itâs a raw look at highâstakes theatre work for anyone curious about modern surgery. Expect graphic scenesâbring a cuppa if you can handle it.
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Ava is a teaching assistant, a mum and a granny who loves country and folk music. After school she gets a lift home from the charismatic Ali. Their banter, peppered with occasional strong language, gâŠ
Springwatch tracks British wildlife as spring arrives. In this episode fledgling chicks prepare to leave the nest while predators circle nearby. Bird lovers and outdoor fans get a live look at the seâŠ
2025.3.0
Two patients with rare conditions have a voice box and a kidney removed. The surgeons show every gritty detail of the operation. Itâs a raw look at highâstakes theatre work for anyone curious about modern surgery. Expect graphic scenesâbring a cuppa if you can handle it.
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A quick look at the top BBC Two shows, all in HD.
Escape to the Country helps city dwellers find a countryside home. This week BrionyâŻMayâŻWilliam works with an airâambulance pilot who has a ÂŁ200,000 budget
26.6.0
Chris Hull and Lee Burkhill travel to Coventry to help nurses Barbara and her daughter Tate turn a bare patch of ground into an exotic jungle garden. The Garden Rescue team swap ideas and tools to buâŠ
10.6.0
Michael wraps up the first leg of his Japanese railway trek on a Shinkansen bullet train and heads for Naganoâthe 1998 Winter Olympics town and gateway to the Japanese Alps. You'll get a feel for theâŠ
0.4.0
Michael ends his rail journey in South Koreaâs southwest, gets off the train to try the local
0.4.0
All day, every day youâll get breaking news from the UK and around the world, right as it happens.
A rundown of the day's biggest political stories. [S] [HD]
Day three of the 2026 Queenâs Club Championships is live, with grassâcourt action as the worldâs top players chase points ahead of Wimbledon. Youâll see big serves, volleys and the occasional upset sâŠ
E3
Richard Osman's House of Games sees SimonâŻArmitage, JosieâŻGibson, ArdalâŻO'Hanlon and AdeleâŻRoberts battling each other in a round of quirky quizzes and puzzles. It's a lightâhearted competition whereâŠ
7.52.0
Michael Portillo returns to Great Continental Railway Journeys, traveling to Zadar on the Dalmatian coast. The episode examines the townâs cherry liqueur tradition and the scenery. If you like train âŠ
7.2.0
Archaeologist Ben Robinson travels to North Yorkshireâs Runswick Bay, a pictureâperfect spot that used to be surprisingly dangerous. He explains how the cliffs that now draw tourists and inspired artâŠ
4.0.0
InâŻThe Future with Hannah Fry we look at techâfrom coffeeâmaking robots in Japan to bionic limbs in NewâŻYorkâand ask whether it can change life for millions of disabled people. Hannah Fry explains thâŠ
0.4.0
Hannah tags along with the folks at Bosch and goes onto the production line to see what really powers a fridge from the inside. She gets a crashâcourse on the oddball science of carrot droop, and theâŠ
Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan round up the seasonâs best wildlife moments as Springwatch heads for its finale. Garden birds, newborn mammals and classic British nature footage fill the episode.âŠ
2025.10.0
Surgeons: At the Edge of Life follows top surgeons as they tackle ultraâcomplex liver and spinal operations, where every move is a calculated risk. The series pulls back the curtain on the operating âŠ
7.5.0
The series goes undercover on Britainâs high streets and exposes illegal cigarettes, cocaine and more. It follows the hidden side of everyday shopping and reveals how organised crime operates right uâŠ
E6
Victoria Derbyshire gives sharp analysis and worldwide interviews on todayâs headlines. Followed by the weather. [S] [HD]
John Simpson strips away the spin and serves up the weekâs biggest global headlines, plain and reliable. Tune in for straightforward, trustworthy news in HD.
5.7.0
"In Ten Pictures" charts David Beckhamâs rise by focusing on ten defining shots â most famously the 1996 halfâfield strike that made him a household name. That moment sparked a savvy use of his imageâŠ
2.1.0
21 programmes
After six weeks of cooking battles, four amateur chefs have emerged, each hoping to earn a spot in the MasterChef hall of fame. They face tough challenges, cook under pressure, and try to win over thâŠ
21.18.0
Hannah Fry guides you through the search for nuclear fusion, the promise of endless clean energy. She explains the science, the massive funding behind the projects, and the obstacles that remain. WonâŠ
0.3.0
Vernon Kay teams up with hapless tour guide Paul Gorton and puts NitinâŻGanatra, RevâŻKateâŻBottley and former Gladiator Apollo through a factâorâfiction quiz around Bristol. The show is a lightâheartedâŠ
0.8.0
Adam tackles a fleeing suspect twice, and a serial car thief wrestles with his own demons in this instalment of Peelers: The PSNI for Real. The series gives a raw look at Northern Ireland police workâŠ
0.2.0
A quick look at the top BBC Two shows, all in HD.
Escape to the Country follows presenter Jules Hudson as he helps Northampton family Lisa and her kids trade city life for a fresh start in rural Powys. He shows them several properties and takes themâŠ
26.7.0
Flo Headlam and garden guru Joe Swift appear in Wilmslow to help Vin and Reena sort out their mix of grass, gravel and concrete. Together they create a calm, growâyourâown garden that gives the familâŠ
10.7.0
Gardeners' World is the BBCâs longârunning gardening show hosted by Monty Don. In this episode he celebrates the full, headâturning bloom of roses, explains whatâs in flower and gives advice on creatâŠ
2025.11.0
All day, every day youâll get breaking news from the UK and around the world, right as it happens.
A rundown of the day's biggest political stories. [S] [HD]
E15
Live coverage of day four of the 2026 Queenâs Club Championships, the main grassâcourt warmâup before Wimbledon. The top menâs players are battling on the iconic London courts, delivering big serves âŠ
E4
Richard Osman's House of Games is a lightâhearted quiz with four celebrities competing in quickâfire rounds. This week SimonâŻArmitage, JosieâŻGibson, ArdalâŻO'Hanlon and AdeleâŻRoberts test their generaâŠ
7.53.0
Michael Portillo hops aboard historic rail lines to Sarajevo and retraces the doomed 1914 trip of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie. He links the train routes to the political tensions thaâŠ
7.3.0
Archaeologist Ben Robinson heads to Seahouses in Northumberland on this installment of Villages by the Sea, where he shows how the treacherous offshore rocks have been both a blessing and a curse forâŠ
4.1.0
The Future with Hannah Fry returns for its sixth episode. Mathematicianâturnedâpresenter Hannah Fry travels to Fukushima and California to see whether rewilding can heal the planetâs scars. She talksâŠ
0.5.0
Hannah hops in her car and heads to the National Highways control centre for the UKâs busiest motorway. There she meets the crew who keep traffic flowing 24/7. The episode gives a behindâtheâscenes lâŠ
Springwatch follows ChrisâŻPackham and MichaelaâŻStrachan as they say goodbye to the nests theyâve tracked all seriesâlong at the National Trustâs Crom estate in Northern Ireland. Youâll get a final loâŠ
2025.11.0
Britney: In Ten Pictures looks at the pop iconâs rise and the battle sheâs waged over her music, life and image, all told through ten key photographs. It has archive footage and interviews with BritnâŠ
2.1.0
Britney at the BBC gathers the pop iconâs biggest BBC performances, from her breakout hits to later chartâtoppers. Youâll get a frontârow look at the moments that made her a global sensation. Itâs a âŠ
Newsnight brings the dayâs biggest UK and world headlines with inâdepth interviews, presented by Katie Razzall. Expect solid analysis, political scoops and global perspectives that matter. Itâs a quiâŠ
Surgeons: At the Edge of Life follows top surgeons as they tackle ultraâcomplex liver and spinal operations, where every move is a calculated risk. The series pulls back the curtain on the operating âŠ
7.5.0
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Dinah falls for Rickie, her sister Madeleineâs husband, creating a tense love triangle. The drama includes explicit sexual scenes and some sexual violence. If you want a raw, emotionally charged storâŠ
The MasterChef finale brings the last four home cooks back to the UK for the biggest challenge of the series. John Torode and Gregg Wallace are there to put the pressure on and see who can deliver unâŠ
21.19.0
Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr follows the semiâfinalists as they travel to Brighton & Hove Albionâs stadium to redesign the hospitality boxes. Alan Carr walks the designers through the briefâŠ
6.6.0
Episode four of series eight sees Zoe push the limits at a raucous expatsâ party, while Dan ends up spiralling back at the villa. Their separate nightâout choices set off a chain of tension that spilâŠ
0.3.0
A quick look at the top BBC Two shows, all in HD.
Homes Under the Hammer follows Martin Roberts as he spots the warning signs on a Merseyside auction lot, while Jacqui Joseph meets a crew of firstâtime renovators working on their debut project in SuâŠ
28.8.0
Policing Paradise follows Bermudaâs 400âstrong police force as they keep locals, tourists and even celebrities safe on this sunâsplashed island. In this episode a frail elderly man triggers an islandâŠ
1.0.0
New episode of âHidden Treasures of the National Trustâ looks at two of the Trustâs quirkiest collections. It reveals items most viewers have never heard of and explains why they matter to Britainâs âŠ
3.3.0
All day, every day youâll get breaking news from the UK and around the world, right as it happens.
Nick Robinson talks to the folks steering our politics. [S] [HD]
2.4.0
Catch the live action from day five of the 2026 Queen's Club Championships. Top menâs players battle on grass as the tournament moves toward the semifinals. If you love fastâpaced tennis and want to âŠ
E5
Richard Osman hosts his weekly quiz showdown, and four celebrities compete. This week SimonâŻArmitage, JosieâŻGibson, ArdalâŻO'Hanlon and AdeleâŻRoberts sit on the bench and test their generalâknowledge.âŠ
7.54.0
Michael Portillo boards the historic railway that runs from Sarajevo to Mostar, taking you through the Balkan scenery. This is the 20th episode of seriesâŻ5, and it has his usual blend of history, culâŠ
7.4.0
Roman Kemp and ClaraâŻAmfo cover the stories that count from all over the UK. [S] [HD]
E24
George Anderson and Ruth Vichos return to the Beechgrove Garden just outside Aberdeen to explain how to cope with mixed weather. They point out whatâs thriving, what needs a bit of extra love and howâŠ
8.10.0
Gardeners' World returns with Monty Don in the Jewel Garden as summer hits its stride, packed with colour. Monty gives practical tips and garden tours, perfect for anyone who wants planting ideas. TuâŠ
2025.12.0
Hidden Treasures of the National Trust puts you inside a working cotton mill, following a young apprentice as he learns the ropes. You get a behindâtheâscenes look at daily life in this historic settâŠ
3.4.0
Pantalone ropes in a gaggle of clowns to nick a shipment of diamonds, with plenty of strong language and a few violent moments. [S,AD] [HD]
5.0.0
Matt Chorley breaks down the day's biggest news, pulling in guests from abroad for their take. Then itâs on to the weather.
E250
William Lee lands in Mexico City and bumps into a mysterious student, sparking an allâconsuming obsession. The series follows his tangled pursuit, packed with raw language, explicit sex and occasionaâŠ
25 programmes
Looking for a gritty drama? Queen & Slim follows a couple on their first date that goes off the rails after a routine traffic stop ends in a shooting, which leads to a nationwide manhunt. Daniel KaluâŠ
Panorama teams up with theâŻTimes for a hardâhitting look at football mogul DavidâŻSullivan, examining his business dealings and offâfield conduct. Reporter JohnâŻWare and the Panorama team present inteâŠ
E49
After seven weeks of kitchen chaos, MasterChefâŻ2026 is down to its final three chefs. Theyâre battling for the trophy in the finale. If you love watching home cooks push themselves under pressure, thâŠ
21.20.0
A quick look at the top BBC Two shows, all in HD.
Pancakeâs Party Panic follows the reluctant hero as heâs roped into a huge birthday bash and ends up coping with it his own way. [S,AD] [HD]
0.15.0
A bright
0.21.0
The Weasy Family follows Weasy, a clueless weasel with the brainpower of a teenager, as he looks after his adopted twin ducklings in a cornâfield barn in Wisconsin. In the Mission Rollercoaster storyâŠ
0.17.0
Goblin Guest. The heroes spot the Goblin King setting up shop in the Big Birch, so they devise a quest to get him back out. [S,AD] [HD]
0.21.0
The cabin gets strapped to a rocket and is blasted off into space.
Duck and Frog are stuck working the lift, trying to hit the right floor buttons â but theyâre rubbish at it. Will they manage to get the mayor down before the big opening? [S,AD] [HD]
0.10.0
Dot teams up with Iono to face a cheeky trainer whoâs been pulling pranks with his Stunfisk in the PokĂ©mon Horizons episode âThe Pranksterâ. The showdown mixes clever banter and solid PokĂ©mon battlinâŠ
2.7.0
Blue Peter offers a live KIDZâŻBOP set, a teen Irish dance world champion who performs her routine, and highlights from the Womenâs World Cup cricket. Youâll hear the popâcovers that made KIDZâŻBOP famâŠ
E33
Newsround is the BBCâs news magazine for kids. It delivers the dayâs headlines in simple language. Young presenters guide viewers through topics ranging from politics to pop culture, without adult jaâŠ
Countryfile travels to the Isle of Wight and reveals the parts most tourists miss â strange sea creatures, unusual habitats and sunâloving crops youâd expect further south. Sean Fletcher and Adam HenâŠ
2025.59.0
Gardeners' World returns with Monty Don in the Jewel Garden as summer hits its stride, packed with colour. Monty gives practical tips and garden tours, perfect for anyone who wants planting ideas. TuâŠ
2025.12.0
The Great Caruso (1951) follows tenor EnricoâŻCarusoâs climb from streetâcorner performances in Naples to stardom in America. MarioâŻLanza plays Caruso, with DorothyâŻMcGuire and AnnâŻBlythe in supportinâŠ
A 2002 TV adaptation of Oscar Wildeâs classic comedy, set in 1890s England. Two gentleman friends both adopt the name âErnestâ to woo the women they love, sparking a tangled web of mistaken identitieâŠ
Homes Under the Hammer follows Martin Roberts, Martel Maxwell and regulars such as DionâŻDublin, Jacqui Joseph, Tommy Walsh and Owain Wyn Evans as they hunt for bargains at auction. They look at everyâŠ
24.16.0
Bargain Hunt arrives in BuilthâŻWells, Mid Wales, where antiques experts BenâŻCooper and KateâŻBliss hunt for hidden gems with the reds and blues. Meanwhile presenter NatashaâŻRaskinâŻSharp tries bog snorâŠ
The Magnificent Seven (1960) is a classic western about a Mexican village that hires a ragâtag crew of gunslingers after a bandit raid. Yul Brynner leads the group, with SteveâŻMcQueen, CharlesâŻBronsoâŠ
OnâŻFlogâŻIt! Paul Martin travels to Margam Country Park in South Wales. He looks for the birthplace of a Welsh legend who later found fame in Hollywood. The episode mixes local history with a touch ofâŠ
13.4.0
The film follows the queen African honeybee as she rules the savannah, even the elephants get spooked by her hiveâs buzz. It recreates the life of the queen and her colony as they battle to survive oâŠ
2011.10.0
A short look at the best bits of the 2026 Trooping the Colour, the monarchâs birthday parade. Youâll see the cavalry, marching bands and the colour moving through Londonâs streets. Perfect if you wanâŠ
E9
A music special that presents the original BBC recordings of 40 classic tracks later covered by countless artists. Youâll hear the first versions that made the songs famous, straight from the archiveâŠ
40 Originals at the BBC is a music roundup that plays the original recordings of songs that later became massive hits for other singers. Youâll hear legends like Gladys Knight and DollyâŻParton perforâŠ
19 programmes
Nostalgia follows a man who returns to his native Naples, where old ghosts and secrets surface. The series is gritty and profanityâladen, exploring family ties and a past you canât escape. If you wanâŠ
John Chapel (TimothyâŻSpall) and DS Janie Mallowan (GwynethâŻKeyworth) turn up at a New Age commune to investigate the founderâs murder. Janie is in a hurry; one of the members is an unwelcome face froâŠ
1.3.0
Footballâs New Generation tracks Englandâs newest recruits from grassroots pitches right up to the EuroâŻ2024 stage. It has Cole Palmer, KobbieâŻMainoo, Ollie Watkins and MarcâŻGuĂ©hi, plus insights fromâŠ
A quick look at the top BBC Two shows, all in HD.
George Anderson and Ruth Vichos return to the Beechgrove Garden just outside Aberdeen to explain how to cope with mixed weather. They point out whatâs thriving, what needs a bit of extra love and howâŠ
8.10.0
Landward is BBC Scotlandâs farming and countryside programme. This week Dougie travels to East Sutherland to see how modern crofting handles todayâs pressures. He talks to local crofters and looks atâŠ
2025.9.0
MOTD Live brings the GroupâŻC showdown between Haiti and Scotland to Bostonâs Gillette Stadium. KellyâŻCates hosts the broadcast, joined by former keeper JoeâŻHart, exâRangers skipper ScottâŻBrown and ScâŠ
Matt Tebbutt whips up a quick roundup of the best bits from Saturday Kitchen, with dishes from TheoâŻRandall, ChingâHeâŻHuang and GeorginaâŻHayden. He also sends RickâŻStein and the Hairy Bikers out of tâŠ
E15
Alfred Hitchcock's 1951 thriller follows two strangers who meet on a train and make a chilling pact. Guy Haines, a tennis player, wants out of his marriage, while Bruno Antony offers a deadly solutioâŠ
DialâŻMâŻforâŻMurder is a 1974 BBC anthology episode in which Margot Wendice tells her former lover Mark that her husband Tony has finally gone straight. Tony, however, is planning the perfect murder whâŠ
Alfred Hitchcock: Talking Pictures compiles the
0.17.0
Flog It! has PaulâŻMartin and a team of experts who value antiques brought in by the public, then let the owners sell the pieces at auction. It is Antiques Roadshow with a live sale, so viewers can seâŠ
15.19.0
Robert heads up to the Cairngorms to see how many of his cattle are in calf, while the MacDonalds give their new potato harvester a spin out on North Uist. Over in another corner, Nikki and Ollie's câŠ
5.0.0
A crew of scientists and filmmakers head to the icy waters of Antarctica to watch killer whales create waves and wash seals off floating ice. Narrated by SharonâŻDâŻClarke, the film follows one researcâŠ
Hidden Treasures of the National Trust puts you inside a working cotton mill, following a young apprentice as he learns the ropes. You get a behindâtheâscenes look at daily life in this historic settâŠ
3.4.0
Steve Backshall joins shark scientist Mauricio Hoyosa on a volcanic island in the eastern Pacific. They explore the shoreline, dive into the surrounding waters, and get up close with the islandâs shaâŠ
1.4.0
The Mother of All Cons follows Megan, a teenage charity founder, and the baffling circumstances of her death despite a brainâtumour diagnosis, while her sister searches for answers. It also follows tâŠ
0.2.0
Later⊠with Jools Holland is a music show where Jools brings together legends and fresh faces for live studio sets. This episode includes Lola Young, Mike D (5D), BabyâŻRose, WasiaâŻProject, BeverlyâŻGlâŠ
67.4.0
Set in a bleak nearâfuture Britain where no child has been born for years, a disillusioned exâgovernment worker (Clive Owen) is pulled into protecting the only known pregnant woman (ClareâHope AshiteâŠ