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11: Sky Arts

Wed May 31
The Directors

Today 15:00 - 16:00

The spotlight falls on golden age great John Huston, whose films include The Maltese Falcon and Oscar-winning classics The Treasure of Sierra Madre and The African Queen. (S2, ep 5) [S]

Discovering: William Holden

Today 16:00 - 17:00

A fascinating look at the life and career of William Holden, an actor who became one of Hollywood's biggest box office draws from the 1950s through to the 1970s. (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 17:00 - 17:30

The Man From The South: A young American couple on holiday meet a mysterious old gentleman who makes them a macabre wager. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 17:30 - 18:00

Mrs Bixby and the Colonel's Coat: Unable to show her dentist husband Cyril the fur coat her lover has given her, Mrs Bixby proceeds to hatch a clever plan. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 18:00 - 18:30

Back for Christmas: Before leaving for America, a man kills his wife and buries her. Once Stateside, he receives messages telling him the murder will be exposed. (S1, ep 23) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 18:30 - 19:00

The Perfect Murder: Worried that their Aunt Rosalie doesn't really like them, brothers Paul and Henri set out to get their hands on her fortune any way they can. (S1, ep 24) [S]

Discovering: Jeff Goldblum

Today 19:00 - 20:00

Jeff Goldblum: Learn about the career of the multi-talented Jurassic Park icon Jeff Goldblum - a man celebrated for his performances in The Fly, Independence Day and more. (S15, ep 10) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2018

Today 20:00 - 21:00

...2018. Investigative journalist Ross Kemp, actor Freddie Fox and Broadchurch star Vicky McClure strike a pose for a new group of portrait artists. (3 of 11) [S]

Discovering: Rita Hayworth

Today 21:00 - 22:00

A fascinating look at the life and career of Rita Hayworth, the American actress best known for her pulsating charisma in films throughout the 1930s and 1940s. (S3, ep 7) [S,AD]

Katharine Hepburn: Call Me Kate

Today 22:00 - 00:00

Feature documentary capturing Katharine Hepburn's tremendous spirit and determination, combining new and archive footage to tell the story of a true Hollywood icon. [S,AD]

Thu Jun 01
Discovering Romance On Film

Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:30

Film critics Ian Nathan, Bonnie Greer, Neil Norman and Stephen Armstrong discuss their favourite romance movies of all time, including Casablanca and When Harry Met Sally. [S,AD]

John Wayne: America At All...

Tomorrow 01:30 - 02:30

...Costs. Fascinating film exploring all sides of the Academy Award-winning Hollywood star, while dissecting 50 years of American history and its effect on the cinema industry. [S]

David Harewood's F Word

Tomorrow 02:30 - 03:30

Actor David Harewood heads to LA to talk to a few of his famous friends about how the road to Hollywood stardom is often a bumpy one strewn with rejection, disappointment and setbacks. [S]

Marina Abramovic Takes...

Tomorrow 03:30 - 04:30

...Over TV. The world-renowned artist plays host as she brings her unique vision to television, diving deep into the origins of performance art in a show full of surprises. (2 of 6) [S]

Lenny Henry's Got The Blues

Tomorrow 04:30 - 05:30

The concluding instalment of Lenny Henry's exploration of blues music sees him perform on stage alongside Lulu, Laura Mvula and Mica Paris at a special charity gig. (3 of 3) [S,AD]

Kim Wilde: Video Killed...

Tomorrow 05:30 - 06:00

...The Radio Star. Pop star Kim Wilde looks back on her most iconic videos, discussing her inspiration, on-set experiences, and how the new medium contributed to her image. [S]

Andre Rieu: Kings Ball

Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:00

King's Ball: André presents highlights of his concert for the inauguration of the new King and Queen of Holland, including a performance of Time To Say Goodbye. (5 of 10) [S]

Andre Rieu: Roses From The South

Tomorrow 07:00 - 09:00

The much-loved violinist is joined by fantastic soloists on a languid summer's night, for songs including You Raise Me Up. From the beautiful island garden of Mainau. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

A Time To Die: Yves's marriage has gone stale and his young mistress has announced that she is pregnant. But he then makes a decision which changes everyone's lives forever. (S9, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

Mr Know-All: When pretty hotel worker Elly is charmed by a guest, archaeologist Max Kelada, it seems that the Mr Know-All professor might not be the man he claims to be. (S9, ep 9) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

Back for Christmas: Before leaving for America, a man kills his wife and buries her. Once Stateside, he receives messages telling him the murder will be exposed. (S1, ep 23) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

The Perfect Murder: Worried that their Aunt Rosalie doesn't really like them, brothers Paul and Henri set out to get their hands on her fortune any way they can. (S1, ep 24) [S]

Discovering: William Holden

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

A fascinating look at the life and career of William Holden, an actor who became one of Hollywood's biggest box office draws from the 1950s through to the 1970s. (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]

Raphael: Revealed

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

Director Phil Grabsky provides a fresh look at this giant of the Renaissance, revealing the breadth of Raphael's skill, creativity and ingenuity. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

The Man From The South: A young American couple on holiday meet a mysterious old gentleman who makes them a macabre wager. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00

Mrs Bixby and the Colonel's Coat: Unable to show her dentist husband Cyril the fur coat her lover has given her, Mrs Bixby proceeds to hatch a clever plan. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

Art Traffickers: Treasures...

Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00

...Stolen from the Tombs. Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (2 of 4) [S,AD]

The Directors

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

...Directors. A look at Soviet film pioneer Sergei Eisenstein: a montage master and true world cinema great whose hugely influential works include Battleship Potemkin. (S2, ep 6) [S]

Discovering: Barbara Stanwyck

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

A profile of Barbara Stanwyck, an actress who enjoyed a 60-year career in film and television, best known for her strong female roles in films, such as Double Indemnity. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30

William and Mary: When her husband William dies, Mary Pearl is shocked that his will stipulates that his brain should be kept alive - with interesting results. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00

Lamb to the Slaughter: When Mary kills her husband with a frozen leg of lamb, she must think quickly to hide the evidence. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

There was an Old Woman: With only one thing in mind, the dishonest Frank and Lorna Bramwell visit the home of wealthy, eccentric Monica Laughton - intent on robbing her. (S1, ep 25) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

Whodunit: Recently deceased, Alexander Penn Arlington gets permission from the recording angel to relive his last day on earth, so that he can discover who killed him. (S1, ep 26) [S]

Discovering: Gary Cooper

Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:00

A portrait of Hollywood icon Gary Cooper, whose films include High Noon, Sergeant York and Mr Deeds Goes to Town. (S2, ep 10) [S,AD]

Celebrity Special: Landscape...

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00

...Artist Of The Year. Artists take to the town of Whitstable as six celebrities including Jordan Stephens and Rose Matafeo submit their own entries. (S7, ep 9) [S]

The Directors

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

A glimpse into the life and career of the filmmaker whose portfolio of work includes Vera Cruz, The Big Knife, The Dirty Dozen and The Longest Yard. (S5, ep 10) [S]

BAFTA: Hugh Jackman...

Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:00

...Life in Pictures. Hugh Jackman: From Wolverine to The Greatest Showman, this is a colourful and revealing look at the life and career of Australian actor Hugh Jackman. (S1, ep 1) [S]

The Sixties

Tomorrow 23:00 - 00:00

Television Comes of Age: Series exploring the changing face of America throughout the 60s, starting with a look at the groundbreaking television that shaped the nation. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Fri Jun 02
Peter Frampton: Fca! 35 Tour

Friday 00:00 - 02:00

Featuring footage from Peter Frampton's 2011 world tour, the Grammy-winning guitarist celebrates the 35th anniversary of Frampton Comes Alive!, his multi-platinum selling live album. [S]

Discovering: David Bowie

Friday 02:00 - 03:00

Leading music critics and DJs discuss the life, music, legacy and larger-than-life stage characters of the glam rock legend. [S,AD]

I Hate Jane Austen By Giles Coren

Friday 03:00 - 04:00

Jane Austen is one of Britain's finest authors. Right? Not according to Giles Coren, who tries to convince us she was just a 19th century chick lit hack. [S,AD]

Auction

Friday 04:00 - 04:30

It could be the most expensive sale in the history books as the extraordinary art collection of David and Peggy Rockefeller comes to Christie's in New York. (S10, ep 11) [S]

Def Leppard: Video Killed...

Friday 04:30 - 05:00

... The Radio Star. English rockers Def Leppard discuss the making of some of the band's most exciting and best-loved videos, including their inspiration, setbacks and filming. [S]

Megadeth: Video Killed...

Friday 05:00 - 05:30

... The Radio Star: Megadeth: The notorious heavy metal band from Los Angeles discuss the making of some of their most iconic music videos. [S]

Fatboy Slim: Video Killed...

Friday 05:30 - 06:00

... The Radio Star. The Rockafeller Skank artist, DJ and record producer discusses the inspiration and budgets behind his most iconic music videos, along with his on-set experiences. [S]

Beethoven: Complete...

Friday 06:00 - 06:45

...Symphonies. A stunning traditional interpretation of all Beethoven Symphonies with the Orchestra and Chorus of the Opera national de Paris conducted by Philippe Jordan. (2 of 9) [S]

Verdi's Rigoletto: On The Lake

Friday 06:45 - 09:00

Verdi's thrilling and compelling masterpiece sees the timeless tragedy performed on the Bregenz Lake Stage, directed by Philipp Stölzl. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

The Man From The South: A young American couple on holiday meet a mysterious old gentleman who makes them a macabre wager. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:30 - 10:00

Mrs Bixby and the Colonel's Coat: Unable to show her dentist husband Cyril the fur coat her lover has given her, Mrs Bixby proceeds to hatch a clever plan. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

There was an Old Woman: With only one thing in mind, the dishonest Frank and Lorna Bramwell visit the home of wealthy, eccentric Monica Laughton - intent on robbing her. (S1, ep 25) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Whodunit: Recently deceased, Alexander Penn Arlington gets permission from the recording angel to relive his last day on earth, so that he can discover who killed him. (S1, ep 26) [S]

Discovering: Barbara Stanwyck

Friday 11:00 - 12:00

A profile of Barbara Stanwyck, an actress who enjoyed a 60-year career in film and television, best known for her strong female roles in films, such as Double Indemnity. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]

National Treasures - The Art...

Friday 12:00 - 13:00

...Of Collecting. A fascinating look at the collection of late artist and collector Cecil French, offering a unique window into the world the Pre-Raphaelites. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

William and Mary: When her husband William dies, Mary Pearl is shocked that his will stipulates that his brain should be kept alive - with interesting results. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:30 - 14:00

Lamb to the Slaughter: When Mary kills her husband with a frozen leg of lamb, she must think quickly to hide the evidence. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]

The Art Of The Garden

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

Andy Sturgeon, Battersea Power Station: After 10 years, Battersea Power Station's restoration is complete and Andy Sturgeon's 'gardens in the sky' are truly a triumph. (S2, ep 4) [S]

The Directors

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

...Directors. A look at the Italian film maestro and four-time Academy Award-winner whose pioneering movies films include La Strada, La Dolce Vita and 8 1/2. (S2, ep 7) [S]

Discovering: Gregory Peck

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

An eye-opening look at the life and films of American film legend Gregory Peck, the Academy Award-winning star of the 1962 drama To Kill a Mockingbird. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 17:00 - 17:30

The Landlady: When a young man arrives in Bath, he is shocked to find his seemingly charming landlady has a dark side. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 17:30 - 18:00

Neck: A young lady is cut down to size by her husband's loyal butler when it is discovered she is having an affair. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

Help Wanted: To pay for his wife's operation, Mr Crabtree takes a job working for the mysterious Mr X, who asks him to manage a job involving a blackmailer. (S1, ep 27) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

Portrait of Jocelyn: At a gallery, Mark is surprised when the art dealer hands over a portrait of Mark's first wife instead of the painting he had originally purchased. (S1, ep 28) [S]

Discovering: John Lennon

Friday 19:00 - 20:00

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the former Beatle's death, an extensive collection of TV interviews paint a unique portrait of the singer-songwriter, political activist and icon. [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Friday 20:00 - 21:00

1978: Late-night pop show Revolver welcomes a host of artists to the stage, including Ian Dury and The Boomtown Rats. Plus, performances from The Jam and Kate Bush. (4 of 5) [S]

New: Santana: Hymns For Peace

Friday 21:00 - 00:15

New. Santana and his band, accompanied by a line-up of special guests, perform an unforgettable concert of songs about peace and understanding live at Montreux's Stravinsky Hall in 2004. [S]

Sat Jun 03
The Grateful Dead

Saturday 00:15 - 02:45

Directed by Jerry Garcia, this documentary charts the Grateful Dead's five-night run at San Francisco's Winterland Ballroom, capping off their 1974 tour. [S]

Frank Zappa - Freak Out!:...

Saturday 02:45 - 03:45

...Classic Albums. The debut album from Mothers of Invention comes under the microscope. It won the Grammy Hall of Fame Award and gained a cult following in the US. (S5, ep 6) [S]

The Movies

Saturday 03:45 - 04:45

The Eighties, Part 1: The journey through American cinema continues into the 1980s, with hits that became cult classics from E.T. to The Breakfast Club. (S1, ep 7) [S]

Auction: George Michael...

Saturday 04:45 - 05:10

...Special. The art collection of late pop superstar George Michael goes under the hammer at Christie's in an auction featuring works by Tracey Emin, Damien Hirst and Bridget Riley. [S]

George Michael: Video...

Saturday 05:10 - 05:35

...Killed the Radio Star. The creative minds behind some of George Michael's most memorable music videos reveal how they brought his hits to life on screen. (S7, ep 2) [S]

Peter Gabriel: Video...

Saturday 05:35 - 06:00

...Killed the Radio Star. A look at some of Peter Gabriel's most iconic music videos, including his 1986 hit Sledgehammer, which won a record nine MTV Video Music Awards. (S7, ep 1) [S]

Annie Live!

Saturday 06:00 - 08:30

Taraji P Henson stars in a live production of the beloved Tony Award-winning hit musical following a young orphan who opens the heart of billionaire Sir Oliver 'Daddy' Warbucks. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:30 - 09:00

Wink Three Times: When a timid provincial solicitor visits a smart London hotel on a business trip, he becomes embroiled in a curious case of mistaken identity. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

The Finger Of Suspicion: Happily married and living in the Middle East, American safe-cracker Steve is suddenly threatened with extradition for a crime he says he didn't commit. (S9, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

A Time To Die: Yves's marriage has gone stale and his young mistress has announced that she is pregnant. But he then makes a decision which changes everyone's lives forever. (S9, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:00 - 10:30

Mr Know-All: When pretty hotel worker Elly is charmed by a guest, archaeologist Max Kelada, it seems that the Mr Know-All professor might not be the man he claims to be. (S9, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00

The Man From The South: A young American couple on holiday meet a mysterious old gentleman who makes them a macabre wager. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Saturday 11:00 - 11:30

Miss Bracegirdle Does Her Girdle: Millicent Bracegirdle, an elderly woman, decides to go to Paris. But her trip goes awry when she ends up trapped with a murderer. (S3, ep 18) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Saturday 11:30 - 12:00

The Equalizer: A man challenges a much larger gentleman to a duel with weapons after his lustful actions caused his wife to leave him. (S3, ep 19) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Saturday 12:00 - 12:30

On the Nose: Addicted to gambling, Fran's problem has escalated to the point where she must repay a $25 loan by 5 o'clock that afternoon. (S3, ep 20) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Saturday 12:30 - 13:00

Guest for Breakfast: A murderer holding a married couple at gunpoint tries to decide which one to kill, but their constant arguing over who should die clouds his judgement. (S3, ep 21) [S]

Katharine Hepburn: Call Me Kate

Saturday 13:00 - 15:00

Feature documentary capturing Katharine Hepburn's tremendous spirit and determination, combining new and archive footage to tell the story of a true Hollywood icon. [S,AD]

Cameron Mackintosh: The...

Saturday 15:00 - 17:00

...First 50 Years. Archival footage provides a glimpse into the life of Cameron Mackintosh; the storied producer famous for Les Misérables, Phantom of the Opera, Cats and many more. [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Saturday 17:00 - 18:00

1984 Revisited: Guy revisits 1984, a year which sees Frankie Goes To Hollywood and Tom Robinson release war-themed songs. The Pogues, meanwhile, make an early TV appearance. (S4, ep 3) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Saturday 18:00 - 19:00

1987 Revisited: Guy revisits 1987, when performances from The Smiths and The Cure set The Tube alight. The Roxy later welcomes the likes of The Fall and The Housemartins. (S4, ep 4) [S]

Beach Boys: Good Vibrations Tour

Saturday 19:00 - 20:00

This biographical musical film directed by Gary Weis intertwines 1976 concert footage with interviews with the band, along with Blues Brothers Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. [S]

Elvis '56 Special

Saturday 20:00 - 21:20

Documentary capturing the sights and sounds of the pivotal year in Elvis's journey to become the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Features rare footage, photos and recordings. [S,AD]

New: Emerson, Lake & Palmer: ...

Saturday 21:20 - 23:20

...Pictures at an Exhibition - Live in London: Rock supergroup Emerson, Lake & Palmer perform their live album Pictures at an Exhibition at London's Lyceum Theatre in December 1970. [S]

The Weeknd Live...

Saturday 23:20 - 01:20

...at SoFi Stadium. New. In front of an adoring sold-out crowd in Los Angeles, The Weeknd brings fans up-close with this intimate and epic special concert event.

Sun Jun 04
Bob Dylan: Trouble No More

Sunday 01:20 - 02:35

Film featuring live footage of Bob Dylan performing gospel music during a 1980 tour, plus actor Michael Shannon as an evangelical preacher giving sermons throughout the film. [S]

Discovering: Neil Young

Sunday 02:35 - 03:05

From Crazy Horse to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Neil Young was a driving force behind some of the biggest groups of the 60s before finding huge success on his own. (S5, ep 20)

David Gray: White Ladder...

Sunday 03:05 - 04:35

...- From Then 'Til Now. Celebrate the multi-platinum-selling album from David Gray, as he details the stories behind some of the songs and the most memorable shows. [S]

Biffy Clyro: Isle of Wight...

Sunday 04:35 - 05:05

...Festival Greatest Hits. Enjoy an electrifying set from the much-loved rock band from 2019, featuring hits like Mountains, Black Chandelier and Many of Horror. With flashing images. [S]

Liam Gallagher: Isle of Wight...

Sunday 05:05 - 05:30

...Festival Greatest Hits. Relive the rock star's 2018 set and enjoy hits such as Supersonic, Live Forever, I Get By and Wall of Glass. [S]

Discovering: Elvis Costello

Sunday 05:30 - 06:00

Music journalists examine the life and music of Elvis Costello, who exploded on to the late 70s new wave scene with raw energy and ingenious songwriting. (S5, ep 17) [S]

Len Phillips Swing...

Sunday 06:00 - 07:15

...Orchestra's 100 Years of Big Bands. Join the Len Phillips Swing Orchestra - one of Britain's most popular big bands - to celebrate a century of swing. (1 of 2) [S]

Len Phillips Swing...

Sunday 07:15 - 08:30

...Orchestra's 100 Years of Big Bands. Join the Len Phillips Swing Orchestra - one of Britain's most popular big bands - to celebrate a century of swing. (2 of 2) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:30 - 09:00

Mrs Bixby and the Colonel's Coat: Unable to show her dentist husband Cyril the fur coat her lover has given her, Mrs Bixby proceeds to hatch a clever plan. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:00 - 09:30

William and Mary: When her husband William dies, Mary Pearl is shocked that his will stipulates that his brain should be kept alive - with interesting results. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:30 - 10:00

Lamb to the Slaughter: When Mary kills her husband with a frozen leg of lamb, she must think quickly to hide the evidence. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

The Landlady: When a young man arrives in Bath, he is shocked to find his seemingly charming landlady has a dark side. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

Neck: A young lady is cut down to size by her husband's loyal butler when it is discovered she is having an affair. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

The Artists Garden: American...

Sunday 11:00 - 12:00

...American Impressionism. A journey through iconic locations throughout the UK, US and France, exploring the impressionist movement championed by artists like Monet. [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Sunday 12:00 - 13:00

Andy Sturgeon, Battersea Power Station: After 10 years, Battersea Power Station's restoration is complete and Andy Sturgeon's 'gardens in the sky' are truly a triumph. (S2, ep 4) [S]

New: Kiss Me, Kate

Sunday 13:00 - 16:00

New. An ex-husband and wife team star in a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew, plagued by lovers' quarrels and gangsters seeking money. Film adaptation of the 1948 musical. (1953) [S]

Neil Sedaka: The Show Goes On

Sunday 16:00 - 18:00

The charismatic pianist, singer and songwriter performs his best loved hits from his 50-year long career at The Royal Albert Hall, including Oh Carol and Is This the Way to Amarillo? [S]

The Agatha Christie Hour

Sunday 18:00 - 19:00

The Mystery of the Blue Jar: One law student finds his morning golf games routinely interrupted by a woman's cries for help, a plea only he can hear. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]

The Kinks: Music Icons

Sunday 19:00 - 19:30

The spotlight falls on British Invasion band The Kinks, whose 60s hits You Really Got Me and All Day and All of the Night paved the way for the next decade's hard rock. (S2, ep 10) [S]

The Ramones: Music Icons

Sunday 19:30 - 20:00

A fascinating look at American punk rock band the Ramones, who ignited the punk-rock movement with their eponymous 1976 debut album. (S2, ep 2) [S]

Discovering: Paul Newman

Sunday 20:00 - 21:00

A fascinating look at the life and career of actor, philanthropist and racing driver Paul Newman, who won an Oscar for his performance in the 1986 film The Color of Money. (S4, ep 1) [S,AD]

Katharine Hepburn: Call Me Kate

Sunday 21:00 - 23:00

Feature documentary capturing Katharine Hepburn's tremendous spirit and determination, combining new and archive footage to tell the story of a true Hollywood icon. [S,AD]

Women Who Rock

Sunday 23:00 - 00:15

Power: With questions of feminism and control intensifying, the likes of Missy Elliott, Courtney Love and Alanis Morissette make music on their own terms in the 90s. (3 of 4) [S,AD]

Mon Jun 05
Sisters with Transistors

Monday 00:15 - 02:00

Follow the story of the female composers who embraced machines to transform how we produce and listen to music, cementing their legacies as true pioneers in the industry. [S]

Song For Nature: London...

Monday 02:00 - 04:00

...Climate Change Festival. The arts meets activism in this unique concert. Featuring Nathan Evans, Brian May, Kerry Ellis, Rob Brydon, David Suchet and Danielle de Niese. [S]

The Ronnie Wood Show

Monday 04:00 - 04:30

Ronnie and Primal Scream's Bobby Gillespie reminisce over the post-punk era while listening to music from Jerry Lee Lewis, Velvet Underground and Public Image Ltd. (S1, ep 7) [S]

The Ronnie Wood Show

Monday 04:30 - 05:00

Former Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash joins Ronnie Wood to discuss his love of rock'n'roll and listen to the tracks that have helped shape his distinguished career. (S1, ep 8) [S]

Discovering: Leonard Cohen

Monday 05:00 - 05:30

A look at the life and music of Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, who was known for his poetic lyrics and iconic songs, such as Bird on the Wire and Hallelujah. (S5, ep 21) [S]

Discovering: The Doors

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

A fascinating look at American rock band The Doors. Led by Jim Morrison, they were one of the most revolutionary and influential bands of the 60s. (S5, ep 18) [S]

Arts Uncovered

Monday 06:00 - 06:15

Arts Uncovered joins the stage managers at the Royal Opera House as they prepare for a new production at the iconic Covent Garden venue. [S]

The Barber Of Seville

Monday 06:15 - 09:00

The ENO's sparkling 2013 production of Rossini's stunning opera The Barber of Seville. From London's Coliseum. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

William and Mary: When her husband William dies, Mary Pearl is shocked that his will stipulates that his brain should be kept alive - with interesting results. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:30 - 10:00

Lamb to the Slaughter: When Mary kills her husband with a frozen leg of lamb, she must think quickly to hide the evidence. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Help Wanted: To pay for his wife's operation, Mr Crabtree takes a job working for the mysterious Mr X, who asks him to manage a job involving a blackmailer. (S1, ep 27) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

Portrait of Jocelyn: At a gallery, Mark is surprised when the art dealer hands over a portrait of Mark's first wife instead of the painting he had originally purchased. (S1, ep 28) [S]

Discovering: Gregory Peck

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

An eye-opening look at the life and films of American film legend Gregory Peck, the Academy Award-winning star of the 1962 drama To Kill a Mockingbird. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]

The Danish Collector:...

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

...Delacroix to Gauguin. Prior to the emergence of new collectors, impressionist art was vilified - that was until visionaries like Wilhelm Hansen emerged with stunning collections. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

The Landlady: When a young man arrives in Bath, he is shocked to find his seemingly charming landlady has a dark side. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:30 - 14:00

Neck: A young lady is cut down to size by her husband's loyal butler when it is discovered she is having an affair. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

Reinventing The Orchestra...

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

...With Charles Hazlewood. Using Barry White's collection of songs, Charles dispels the idea that the orchestra is niche, showing us how it flourishes in plain sight. (3 of 6) [S]

The Directors

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

A look at A Streetcar Named Desire and On the Waterfront filmmaker Elia Kazan: the Hollywood genius credited for discovering Marlon Brando, James Dean and Warren Beatty. (S2, ep 8) [S]

Discovering: Claudia Cardinale

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

An intriguing profile of Tunisian-born Italian film actress Claudia Cardinale, who appeared in some of the most acclaimed European films of the 1960s and 1970s. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 17:00 - 17:30

Edward the Conqueror: When Edward grows tired of his wife Louisa's obsession with a stray cat and decides to get rid of it, Louisa exacts her revenge. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 17:30 - 18:00

A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

Orderly World of Appleby: An antique dealer comes up with a plan to raise money to pay off a loan. But things won't be as easy for the shop owner the second time around. (S1, ep 29) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

Never Again: Karen finds herself wound up in a cell for committing murder with no recollection of how or why she ended up in there after an argument with her boyfriend. (S1, ep 30) [S]

Andre Rieu: Gala Concert

Monday 19:00 - 21:15

The King of Waltz performs some of his greatest songs alongside humorous and talented guests. Sensational and magical gala concert filmed in Hamburg. [S]

Andre Rieu: Live In Sydney

Monday 21:15 - 00:15

The violin sensation is joined by star guests including Dame Edna Everage for a glorious evening of music in Sydney. [S]

Tue Jun 06
Daryl Hall And John Oates...

Tuesday 00:15 - 02:15

...Live in Dublin 2014. Filmed at a sold-out Olympia Theatre in Dublin on 15 July 2014, American rock and soul duo Hall & Oates perform hits such as Private Eyes and Kiss on My List. [S]

Why Do We Dance?

Tuesday 02:15 - 03:30

To Belong: Akram Khan examines how dance is often used by humans to feel a sense of unity, to feel part of something bigger, to find solace and refuge. (S1, ep 4) [S]

Arts Uncovered

Tuesday 03:30 - 03:40

Candoco Dance Company: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Tuesday 03:40 - 05:00

Hardwick Hall: Tour the National Trust preserved house in Derbyshire that is home to Europe's finest collection of 16th and 17th-century tapestries. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Elvis Costello: Video...

Tuesday 05:00 - 05:30

...Killed The Radio Star. The story of Elvis Costello's most iconic music videos, as told by those who made them happen. (S7, ep 3) [S]

Dave Stewart And...

Tuesday 05:30 - 06:00

...Eurythmics: Video Killed the Radio Star. A fascinating look at the creative processes that helped create Dave Stewart and Eurythmics' most iconic music videos. (S7, ep 4) [S]

Sir Simon Rattle: Beethoven...

Tuesday 06:00 - 07:30

...Symphonies No 4 & No 7. Sir Simon Rattle conducts Ludwig van Beethoven's symphonies number four and seven. [S]

Cirque Du Soleil: Nouvelle...

Tuesday 07:30 - 09:00

... Experience: Human circus Cirque Du Soleil showcase their eye-popping artistry in a colourful performance featuring contortionists, trapeze acts, foot juggling and acrobats. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

The Landlady: When a young man arrives in Bath, he is shocked to find his seemingly charming landlady has a dark side. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

Neck: A young lady is cut down to size by her husband's loyal butler when it is discovered she is having an affair. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

Orderly World of Appleby: An antique dealer comes up with a plan to raise money to pay off a loan. But things won't be as easy for the shop owner the second time around. (S1, ep 29) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Never Again: Karen finds herself wound up in a cell for committing murder with no recollection of how or why she ended up in there after an argument with her boyfriend. (S1, ep 30) [S]

Discovering: Claudia Cardinale

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

An intriguing profile of Tunisian-born Italian film actress Claudia Cardinale, who appeared in some of the most acclaimed European films of the 1960s and 1970s. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]

The Sixties

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

The Times They Are A-Changin': A look at the changing social landscape of America in the 60s, from growing environmental concerns to civil rights and the women's movement. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

Edward the Conqueror: When Edward grows tired of his wife Louisa's obsession with a stray cat and decides to get rid of it, Louisa exacts her revenge. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00

A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]

The Art Of Architecture

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

Island Rest, Hampshire: A look at the work of RIBA award-winning Swedish architect Magnus Strom and his unique new take on Mid-century Modern. (S2, ep 6) [S]

The Directors

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

Documentary exploring four-time Academy Award-winning director Fred Zinnemann, whose movie masterpieces include Oklahoma!, High Noon, Julia and The Day of the Jackal. (S2, ep 9) [S]

Discovering: Walter Matthau

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

Film experts reflect on the life and career of Oscar-winning actor Walter Matthau, who starred in the comedies Fortune Cookie, The Odd Couple and Grumpy Old Men. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 17:00 - 17:30

The Way Up To Heaven: Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00

Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

Gentleman From America: Rich American Howard Latimer takes a trip to London, betting £1,000 he can stay in a room that is said to be haunted. (S1, ep 31) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

The Baby Sitter: When Clara Nash is murdered, her babysitter Lottie Slocum is excited to be the centre of attention, and she also hopes to become closer to Clara's husband. (S1, ep 32) [S]

New: The Art Of The Garden

Tuesday 19:00 - 20:00

New. Ann-Marie Powell, Wisley Wildlife Garden: Ann-Marie Powell took on the task of creating the RHS's first wildlife and food gardens, with the society moving with the times. (S2, ep 5) [S]

Andrea Bocelli: The Journey

Tuesday 20:00 - 21:15

The Road Home: The journey continues up the Via Francigena towards Andrea's last stop - home. Friends and family await for a dazzling musical finale at the Theatre of Silence. (3 of 3) [S]

James Cameron: The Directors

Tuesday 21:15 - 22:15

A look at the life and career of a highly-innovative filmmaker known for Titanic, Avatar and The Terminator. (S8, ep 1) [S]

Rothko: Pictures Must Be...

Tuesday 22:15 - 23:30

...Miraculous. Explore the life of an artist whose illuminating colour field paintings helped characterise the abstract expressionist movement, shifting the centre of the art world. [S]

Art Traffickers: Treasures...

Tuesday 23:30 - 00:30

...Stolen from the Tombs. Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (3 of 4) [S,AD]

Wed Jun 07
The Black Italian Renaissance

Wednesday 00:30 - 02:30

Uncover the untold story of African people who lived during the Italian Renaissance, often appearing in famous paintings only to be unacknowledged and hidden in plain sight. [S]

Megalodemocrat: The Public...

Wednesday 02:30 - 04:30

...Art Of Rafael Lozano-Hemmer. An intimate look into the acclaimed artist's large-scale interactive creations in varying iconic locations from London to New York. [S]

Sky Arts Book Club

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:30

Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of OKHA Queer + Black book club meet Hafsa Zayyan and Paris Lees. Also up for discussion is Joe Dunthorne's Submarine. (3 of 6) [S]

Paul Weller: Video Killed...

Wednesday 05:30 - 06:00

...the Radio Star. A look at the making of the iconic music videos of Paul Weller, the 'Modfather' whose solo hits include The Changingman and You Do Something to Me. (S7, ep 5) [S]

Darbar: Indian Music For...

Wednesday 06:00 - 07:30

...the Soul. Explore the finest Indian classical music in the heart of London as Darbar Festival continues to celebrate the best of UK talent. [S]

Rumplestiltskin: balletLORENT

Wednesday 07:30 - 09:00

The third in a trilogy of adaptations of the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tales. This time, Rumpelstiltskin shines a light on social issues in a visually stunning production. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

Edward the Conqueror: When Edward grows tired of his wife Louisa's obsession with a stray cat and decides to get rid of it, Louisa exacts her revenge. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

Gentleman From America: Rich American Howard Latimer takes a trip to London, betting £1,000 he can stay in a room that is said to be haunted. (S1, ep 31) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

The Baby Sitter: When Clara Nash is murdered, her babysitter Lottie Slocum is excited to be the centre of attention, and she also hopes to become closer to Clara's husband. (S1, ep 32) [S]

Discovering: Walter Matthau

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

Film experts reflect on the life and career of Oscar-winning actor Walter Matthau, who starred in the comedies Fortune Cookie, The Odd Couple and Grumpy Old Men. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]

Wonderland: From JM Barrie....

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

...To JRR Tolkien. In a four-part series, immerse yourself in the worlds of some of history's finest authors, revealing much about their character and the time they lived in. (1 of 4) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

The Way Up To Heaven: Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]

The Big Design Challenge

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

The hunt for Britain's next design superstar is fully underway as the competition reaches its halfway stage. What can the creatives conjure this week? (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]

The Directors

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

...Directors. A look at the life of Vincente Minnelli, the Academy Award-winning director of movie musicals Gigi and An American in Paris, and the father of Liza Minnelli. (S2, ep 10) [S]

Discovering: Shirley Maclaine

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

A fascinating look at the life and career of Shirley MacLaine, one of Hollywood's legendary leading ladies, who starred in films including The Apartment and Sweet Charity. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 17:00 - 17:30

My Ladylove, My Dove: When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 17:30 - 18:00

Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

The Belfry: When Clint Ringle learns that Ellie Marsh, the schoolteacher he loves, is engaged to Walt Norton, Clint kills Walt and then hides in the school's bell tower. (S1, ep 33) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

The Hidden Thing: After Dana Edwards' fiancée Laura is killed in a hit-and-run, he is visited by John Hurley, who claims to be able to help him to remember the car's plate. (S1, ep 34) [S]

Discovering: Forest Whitaker

Wednesday 19:00 - 20:00

Forest Whitaker: Learn about the life and career an Academy Award-winning actor known for his performances in The Last King of Scotland and more. (S15, ep 11) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2018

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

...2018. This week's famous sitters are model Rachel Hunter, actress Stefanie Martini and Game of Thrones star Conleth Hill as the portrait painting competition continues. (4 of 11) [S]

Film Noir

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

Origins of Noir (1922-1940): Revisit the birth of film noir in the early 1920s, paving the way for stars like Barbara Stanwyck to grip audiences with 1944's Double Indemnity. (1 of 3) [S,AD]

Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll...

Wednesday 22:00 - 00:00

...President. Documentary charting the story of the enigmatic President, and how his love of rock music played a surprisingly significant role in his life and work. [S]

Thu Jun 08
Bob Dylan: No Direction Home

Thursday 00:00 - 02:15

Award-winning documentary by Martin Scorsese tracing Bob Dylan's evolution from folk troubadour to iconic rock star and his impact on 20th century popular music and culture. (1/2) [S]