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Unspun World with John Simpson TV Guide

Upcoming episodes, programme details and where to watch over the next seven days. All times are UK time.

Upcoming airings

Series 6 · 21/10/2026

John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, analyses the toll on Saudi Arabia of ongoing attacks by the Houthis, explores whether the Japanese will end their post-war pacifism, and looks at the possible effects on English football of Manchester City being found guilty of breaching financial rules.

Details for all showings

  • News weather all news weather
  • Factual
  • News & Factual
  • Subtitles
Production year
2026
Original language
English
Broadcast language
English
Subtitle language
English
Programme features
HD · Subtitles · Stereo
Aspect ratio
16:9

When to watch · 2 showings

  • BBC NewsEngland London(30 minutes)
  • BBC NewsEngland London(30 minutes)

Series 6 · 28/10/2026

Unspun World provides an unvarnished version of the week's major global news stories - reliable, honest and essential viewing. The BBC's world affairs editor, John Simpson, brings his experience and expertise to bear on the most important international stories. In discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, he uses their unique local knowledge to go beyond the headlines to get to the unspun truth about the world.

Details for all showings

  • News weather all news weather
  • Factual
  • News & Factual
  • Subtitles
Production year
2026
Original language
English
Broadcast language
English
Subtitle language
English
Aspect ratio
16:9

When to watch · 1 showing

  • BBC TwoEngland London(30 minutes)