How long are programmes on iplayer

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Log In Register now My account. Rarely, it may take more time for the service to process the program and get it on to the BBC iPlayer platform. If the program was live broadcasted, or close to being live broadcasted, BBC iPlayer takes a little more time to process the programs.

This is because these programs need to be converted into a suitable format in order to be uploaded and publicly distributed on BBC iPlayer. Usually, the availability time for programs that fall under this category, is up to four times the duration of the live programs. Examples of programs like these are Question Time, Mock the Week, and sports programs. Thus it can be understood that content on the BBC iPlayer can be viewed for 30 days after its first broadcast.

There are other similar services such as Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more. But, BBC iPlayer is very convenient for UK-based users as they can use practically any device to watch programs without ads. Some films may not be available either to watch live or on demand.

We're busy working towards making even more programmes available for longer. Programmes with a longer availability Some current affairs programmes, such as HARDtalk, Click and Panorama, are available for days Most BBC Three programmes are available for more than a year More drama, documentaries, comedy and children's series are becoming available for longer Programmes available for 30 days Much of our content is available for 30 days.

However, if a programme is repeated, its availability will be extended, usually for another 30 days. Need more help? Contact us. Browse our help categories Getting Started. About BBC iPlayer and our policies.