Is The London Marathon coming back?
The London Marathon (1981–present) on BBC One
The answer: Between seasons — last episode April 26, 2026, no return date announced yet.
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About The London Marathon
The London Marathon is currently airing on BBC One; the next episode airs 2026-04-26.
This annual event coverage has been broadcast since 1981, showcasing the famous marathon route through the streets of London. The program features live coverage, highlights, and updates on the race, providing viewers with a comprehensive look at this major sporting event.
The show is hosted by presenters Gabby Logan, Sue Barker, and Jeanette Kwakye. It has a runtime of approximately 198 minutes.
The London Marathon episode schedule
34 aired
Aired · 34
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| April 26, 2026 | S2026·E3 | Highlights |
| April 26, 2026 | S2026·E2 | Part 2 |
| April 26, 2026 | S2026·E1 | Part 1 |
| April 27, 2025 | S2025·E3 | Highlights |
| April 27, 2025 | S2025·E2 | Part 2 |
| April 27, 2025 | S2025·E1 | Part 1 |
| April 21, 2024 | S2024·E3 | Highlights |
| April 21, 2024 | S2024·E2 | Part 2 |
| April 21, 2024 | S2024·E1 | Part 1 |
| April 23, 2023 | S2023·E4 | Highlights |
| April 23, 2023 | S2023·E3 | Part 3 |
| April 23, 2023 | S2023·E2 | Part 2 |
| April 23, 2023 | S2023·E1 | Part 1 |
| October 2, 2022 | S2022·E3 | Highlights |
| October 2, 2022 | S2022·E2 | Part 2 |
| October 2, 2022 | S2022·E1 | Part 1 |
| October 3, 2021 | S2021·E3 | Highlights |
| October 3, 2021 | S2021·E2 | Part 2 |
| October 3, 2021 | S2021·E1 | Part 1 |
| April 28, 2019 | S2019·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2019 |
| April 22, 2018 | S2018·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2018 |
| April 23, 2017 | S2017·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2017 |
| April 24, 2016 | S2016·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2016 |
| April 26, 2015 | S2015·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2015 |
| April 13, 2014 | S2014·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2014 |
| April 21, 2013 | S2013·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2013 |
| April 22, 2012 | S2012·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2012 |
| April 24, 2011 | S2011·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2011 |
| April 25, 2010 | S2010·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2010 |
| April 26, 2009 | S2009·E1 | Virgin Money London Marathon 2009 |
Show 4 earlier episodes
| April 13, 2008 | S2008·E1 | Flora London Marathon 2008 |
| April 22, 2007 | S2007·E1 | Flora London Marathon 2007 |
| April 23, 2006 | S2006·E1 | Flora London Marathon 2006 |
| March 29, 1981 | S1981·E1 | The 1981 Gillette London Marathon |
