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Sat Apr 04
Andre Rieu: Live in Bahrain

Today 14:40 - 16:00

A magical performance of André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra, live in this special recording from Bahrain. [S]

Spymasters: The Great Spy Writers

Today 16:00 - 17:00

Kipling to Graham Greene: The world of spies and spymasters is explored, featuring authors from Rudyard Kipling to John Buchan and clips from The Ipcress File. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Roy Orbison Forever

Today 17:00 - 18:20

Offering extraordinary insight, Roy Orbison deep dives into what made his music a cultural driving force through a series of interviews collected over several years. [S]

New: Queen: Champions of the World

Today 18:20 - 21:00

New. This documentary tracks the history of Queen's legendary reign, from their humble beginnings and meteoric rise to their rightful place as the Champions of the World. (1995) [S]

Queen: Live At Wembley Stadium

Today 21:00 - 23:25

One of the world's biggest bands return to the scene of their Live Aid (1985) triumph a year earlier to play all their greatest hits in front of a packed Wembley Stadium. [S]

Freddie Mercury: The Untold Story

Today 23:25 - 00:45

Documentary profiling the life and achievements of the flamboyant Queen frontman Freddie Mercury. Featuring recollections of the legendary figure from friends and family. [S,AD]

Sun Apr 05
David Bowie: Serious Moonlight

Tomorrow 00:45 - 02:45

Filmed in Vancouver in 1983 during his legendary Serious Moonlight Tour, David Bowie performs hits including Heroes, Let's Dance, Life on Mars?, Rebel Rebel, and Fame. [S]

Discovering: David Bowie

Tomorrow 02:45 - 03:40

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

Gregory Porter: Greatest Albums Live

Tomorrow 03:40 - 05:10

Gregory Porter: The singer-songwriter and his band perform the Grammy-winning Liquid Spirit - his biggest selling album yet - at London's Middle Eight Hotel. (S1, ep 5) [S]

Discovering: U2

Tomorrow 05:10 - 05:35

Music journalists discuss the rise of Irish rock band U2, from their humble beginnings in Dublin to finding international superstardom with the Joshua Tree and beyond. (S5, ep 1) [S]

Discovering: The Eagles

Tomorrow 05:35 - 06:00

A look at the legacy of LA rock band The Eagles. Among the most successful recording artists of the 1970s, their hits include Hotel California and Take it Easy. (S5, ep 2) [S]

Sir Simon Rattle: The Joy of Conducting

Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:15

An intimate look into the life and career of the renowned conductor, following him from Berlin to London and capturing his reflections on artistry and mentorship. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 07:15 - 07:40

Shatterproof: Ellen is trapped in a loveless marriage with her wealthy husband. But her plan to kill him backfires when the hitman she hires becomes friendly with the target. (S4, ep 6) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 07:40 - 08:05

Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 08:05 - 08:30

Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00

Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]

Beyond The Brush

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

The Birth of Venus: Dive into Botticelli's Birth of Venus, uncovering its mythic roots, artistic brilliance and lasting power as an icon of beauty and imagination. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]

Beyond The Brush

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

The Last Supper: Explore the genius behind Da Vinci's Last Supper, from its bold perspective to the mysteries and theories that keep this masterpiece legendary. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

Spymasters: The Great Spy Writers

Tomorrow 10:00 - 11:00

Kipling to Graham Greene: The world of spies and spymasters is explored, featuring authors from Rudyard Kipling to John Buchan and clips from The Ipcress File. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Jesus Christ Superstar: Live In Concert

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:50

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's iconic rock opera comes to life on stage in New York, with an all-star cast including John Legend and Alice Cooper. [S]

Easy Come, Easy Go

Tomorrow 12:50 - 14:40

Navy frogman, Ted Jackson, balances his time between twin careers as a deep-sea diver and nightclub singer. During a dive, Ted spots sunken treasure and returns with hope to retrieve it. [S]

Classic Artists: Cream

Tomorrow 14:40 - 17:00

The definitive story of 60s rock supergroup Cream, featuring concert footage and interviews with Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce. [S]

Andre Rieu: Power Of Love

Tomorrow 17:00 - 19:00

Get ready to relive the magic of an unforgettable evening with André Rieu. Recorded live during his spectacular Summer Open Air Concerts in Maastricht 2024. [S]

Elvis Presley: The Early Years

Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:00

Uncover Elvis Presley's journey from Tupelo's poverty to worldwide fame. [S,AD]

Elvis: Summer Of '56

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00

Intimate glimpse of Elvis Presley's whirlwind romance with June Juanico during the '56 summer, narrated by June herself. [S]

When Elvis Met Priscilla

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

It was a classic tale of boy meets girl, but in this case, the boy was the most famous star in the world. [S]

Elvis Presley: Aloha From Hawaii

Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:40

A spectacular concert from the King of Rock 'n' Roll at the Honolulu International Center. With hits like Suspicious Minds and Burning Love. [S]

Elvis: Tortured Soul

Tomorrow 23:40 - 01:05

Behind the gates of Graceland, Elvis Presley faced battles on several fronts that threatened his career, his love and even his life. With strong language. [S]

Mon Apr 06
Opry Live

Monday 01:05 - 02:05

Prepare to be blown away by performances from Opry member War & Treaty, John Carter Cash & Ana Cristina Cash, Ricky Skaggs & Sharon White. [S]

St. Vincent Plays Baloise Session

Monday 02:05 - 03:50

Performed at the Baloise Session in Basel, Switzerland, on October 24, 2024. The concert was part of the 2024 Baloise Session festival. [S]

Peter Frampton: Greatest Albums Live

Monday 03:50 - 05:30

Peter Frampton: Peter Frampton had huge success with Frampton Comes Alive! in the '70s. Here, the guitar icon plays the album at Tennessee's Tucker Theatre. (S1, ep 6) [S]

Discovering: Jethro Tull

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

Music experts explore the music of Jethro Tull, one of the most commercially successful and eccentric progressive-rock bands Britain has ever produced. (S5, ep 3) [S]

Pavarotti: The Duets - The Best of Pavarotti and Friends

Monday 06:00 - 07:35

Witness the iconic operatic tenor collaborate with a host of stars within the industry as Luciano Pavarotti's legacy lives. [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Monday 07:35 - 08:05

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 35) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Monday 08:05 - 08:35

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 36) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 08:35 - 09:00

Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 09:30 - 10:00

The End of Indian Summer: An insurance investigator and his wife look into the case of Mrs Gillespie, who has been widowed twice and twice enjoyed windfalls. (S2, ep 22) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

One for the Road: A former nurse learns that her husband has been seeing another woman when he goes away on business trips. (S2, ep 23) [S]

I Am Alfred Hitchcock

Monday 10:30 - 12:10

Interviews and archival footage weave together to tell the story of the Master of Suspense, one of the most influential and studied filmmakers in the history of cinema. [S,AD]

What's New Pussycat?

Monday 12:10 - 14:15

Michael is determined to reform and stay faithful to his fiancée. However, his attempt at fidelity is jeopardised when numerous attractive women become smitten with him. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 14:15 - 14:45

Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 14:45 - 15:20

Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]

Agatha Christie's Sparkling Cyanide

Monday 15:20 - 17:10

A woman is found dead after being poisoned in a nightclub in London. Colonel Geoffrey Reese and Dr Kate Kendall are called to solve the mystery. (2003) [S]

The Carpenters: Close To You Remembering The Carpenters

Monday 17:10 - 18:30

Exploration of the highs and lows of the lives and careers of the brother-sister duo, including Karen's untimely death in 1983. With Burt Bacharach. [S]

Andre Rieu: Live in Malta

Monday 18:30 - 20:00

The violin sensation that is André Rieu returns with Johann Strauss Orchestra, performing Xemx live in Malta. [S]

Andre Rieu: I Lost My Heart In Heidelberg

Monday 20:00 - 22:00

The violin sensation leads a spectacular musical tour of the German town, giving sensational performances from a romantic ruined castle and a boat on the river Neckar. [S]

Andre Rieu: Viva Mexico

Monday 22:00 - 23:00

Viva Mexico: André looks back at the highlights of his Mexico city concerts, which include The Platin Tenors' crowd-pleasing performance of Granada. (6 of 10) [S]

Comedy Legends: Phyllis Diller

Monday 23:00 - 00:00

She was one of the first female comics to become a household name in America, paving the way for the likes of Joan Rivers and Roseanne Barr. Barry Cryer explores her life. (S2, ep 7) [S]

Tue Apr 07
Les Dawson's Parisienne Adventure

Tuesday 00:00 - 00:30

Urban Myths. The stand-up comedian flees to Paris to pursue his dream of becoming a novelist, but winds up becoming a pianist in a brothel. [S]

Joan Rivers And Barbra Streisand

Tuesday 00:30 - 01:00

Urban Myths. 16-year-old Streisand rehearses for an off-Broadway play, with her fur-clad, demanding co-star Joan Rivers. Contains strong language and adult humour. [S]

Catching Fire: The Story Of Anita Pallenberg

Tuesday 01:00 - 03:15

This intimate documentary reveals the story of a fierce rock 'n' roller, actress, muse and mother who rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s. [S]

Eric Ravilious: Drawn to War

Tuesday 03:15 - 05:00

Discover the unique and grossly undervalued story of British landscape artist, Eric Ravilious, whose life as an artist during World War II is as compelling and enigmatic as his art. [S]

Inside Art: Masterpieces From Buckingham Palace

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

Kate Bryan explores the exhibition Masterpieces From Buckingham Palace in The Queens Gallery, with works by Titian, Rembrandt and more. [S]

Riverdance: 25th Anniversary Show

Tuesday 06:00 - 08:00

Stirring reinvention of the show, celebrated the world over for its award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 37) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 38) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

The Cream of the Jest: Broken-down actor Charles Gresham, who has a weakness for booze, demands that playwright Wayne Campbell give him a part. (S2, ep 24) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

I Killed the Count - Part 1: A maid discovers the body of Count Victor Mattoni. It's up to Inspector Davidson from Scotland Yard to find the murderer. (S2, ep 25) [S]

Quentin Tarantino: The Directors

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

A look at the life of one of Hollywood's most successful directors, whose long list of hit films include Pulp Fiction and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

Discovering: Jon Voight

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

He's an Academy Award-winning actor who starred in Deliverance and Coming Home, and the father of Hollywood star Angelina Jolie. This is the story of Jon Voight. (S11, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00

Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]

Bill Bailey's Master Crafters: The Next Generation

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

Stained Glass: Stained glass guru John Reyntiens - who has worked on Windsor Castle and Big Ben - takes the junior crafters under his wing. (S2, ep 1) [S,AD]

Skinner & Mina's Literary Road Trip

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

Pope & Swift. Frank and Denise discover how Pope became the poet of the age and find out how Swift's insightful political satire turned him into an Irish hero. (2 of 3) [S,AD]

J. Lee Thompson: The Directors

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

The life story of the British film director, known both in the UK and across the pond for films such as Ice Cold in Alex and Cape Fear. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Discovering: Dustin Hoffman

Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00

Two-time Academy Award winner Dustin Hoffman has starred in a host of films including Midnight Cowboy and The Graduate. This is a glimpse into his world. (S11, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

I Killed the Count - Part 2: Inspector Davidson continues to investigate the murder of Count Mattoni. (S2, ep 26) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

I Killed the Count - Part 3: Inspector Davidson continues to investigate the murder of Count Mattoni, receiving yet another confession. (S2, ep 27) [S]

Stories From Tate Britain

Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00

Focusing on the art and artists within Tate Britain's collection, featuring various art historians and cultural figures exploring different themes and artists. (2 of 2) [S]

New: Spymasters: The Great Spy Writers

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

New. Alistair MacLean to John Le Carre: Cold War storytelling comes alive with Forsyth, MacLean and le Carre, with iconic scenes from The Third Man and more. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

Peter O'Toole: Along The Sky Road to Aqaba

Tuesday 22:00 - 00:00

Feature documentary reflecting on Peter O'Toole's towering theatrical legacy. Includes interviews with Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Derek Jacobi and Stephen Fry. [S]

Wed Apr 08
Garbo: Where Did You Go?

Wednesday 00:00 - 02:00

Beautiful, talented, sombre and enigmatic, a troubled genius with a proclivity for solitude, Greta Garbo is still considered one of the greatest Hollywood actresses of all time. [S]

Oliver Stone: The Directors

Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00

A look at the Academy Award-winning filmmaker's life, career and portfolio of films which includes Scarface, Midnight Express, Platoon and Natural Born Killers. (S5, ep 4) [S]

Life & Rhymes

Wednesday 03:00 - 03:45

Talented spoken word performers and members of the public offer their poetic takes on veganism, misgendering, disability and feminism. Strong language and adult themes. (S2, ep 1) [S,AD]

Life & Rhymes

Wednesday 03:45 - 04:30

Some of the UK's leading spoken word performers and members of the public cover topics such as text dating, finding your place in the world and body consciousness. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]

Inside Art: The Rules Of Art

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

At National Museums Cardiff. Bringing together 500 years of art, the Rules of Art? exhibition showcases a breadth of historic and contemporary artworks. [S]

Inside Art: Van Gogh At The Courtauld Gallery

Wednesday 05:00 - 05:30

Kate Bryan pays a visit to the Courtauld Gallery to bear witness to an exhibition bringing the full span of Vincent van Gogh's self-portraiture together. [S,AD]

Auction: Shakespeare Special

Wednesday 05:30 - 06:00

More than 400 years after his death, an example of the celebrated playwright's completed work - The First Folio - is up for auction at Christie's in New York and could fetch millions. [S]

Classic FM Live At The Movies

Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00

Head to the Royal Albert Hall as Classic FM Live returns in 2025 for a spectacular concert celebrating the world's greatest film music! [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 39) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 40) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

I Killed the Count - Part 2: Inspector Davidson continues to investigate the murder of Count Mattoni. (S2, ep 26) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

I Killed the Count - Part 3: Inspector Davidson continues to investigate the murder of Count Mattoni, receiving yet another confession. (S2, ep 27) [S]

J. Lee Thompson: The Directors

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

The life story of the British film director, known both in the UK and across the pond for films such as Ice Cold in Alex and Cape Fear. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Discovering: Dustin Hoffman

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

Two-time Academy Award winner Dustin Hoffman has starred in a host of films including Midnight Cowboy and The Graduate. This is a glimpse into his world. (S11, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]

Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

Northumberland: Jim and Nancy visit Northumberland to paint the curlew, with actor Mark Benton and artist Bethany Maddocks joining them along the way. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Reinventing The Orchestra With Charles Hazlewood

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

As Charles explores why the orchestra hasn't embraced electronic instruments, he discovers the reasons go far beyond technology. (2 of 6) [S]

Rob Reiner: The Directors

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and career of the acclaimed Hollywood director, whose films include Stand by Me, When Harry Met Sally... and the Oscar-nominated A Few Good Men. (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Discovering: Julia Roberts

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning Hollywood icon, famous for her roles in Pretty Woman, Erin Brockovich, My Best Friend's Wedding and Notting Hill. (S11, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

Way To Do It: The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle. (S4, ep 16) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

One More Mile to Go: Sam Jacoby has his wife's corpse in the trunk of his car, and is menaced by a motorcycle cop, who nags him about a taillight. (S2, ep 28) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

Vicious Circle: A hired killer reluctantly sets out to kill his own girlfriend as ordered by his crime boss, knowing he won't accept any failures. (S2, ep 29) [S]

The Lost Leonardo

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:55

Documentary exploring the case of the missing Salvator Mundi, the first painting by Leonardo da Vinci to be discovered for more than a century which has now seemingly vanished. [S,AD]

My Week With Lubaina Himid

Wednesday 21:55 - 22:55

An exploration of Himid's life over seven days after the crew departs, as Kate captures candid moments with just an iPhone. [S]

Welcome to the Eighties

Wednesday 22:55 - 00:10

In the 80s, Wall Street turned cool, with yuppies as role models, thriving in V.I.P. lounges and embodying urban professional chic. (S1, ep 4) [S]

Thu Apr 09
ABC: Greatest Albums Live

Thursday 00:10 - 01:10

ABC: Accompanied by the Southbank Sinfonia at the London Palladium, pop band ABC perform and discuss The Lexicon of Love, one of the 1980s' most successful debut albums. (S1, ep 3) [S]

Queen: Champions of the World

Thursday 01:10 - 03:50

New. This documentary tracks the history of Queen's legendary reign, from their humble beginnings and meteoric rise to their rightful place as the Champions of the World. (1995) [S]

Arts Uncovered

Thursday 03:50 - 04:00

The Courtauld Institute Of Art: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]

Sky Arts Book Club

Thursday 04:00 - 05:00

Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of Good Housekeeping magazine's book club meet Sebastian Faulks. Plus, Monique Roffey and Bernardine Evaristo. (5 of 6) [S]

Auction: Basquiat Special

Thursday 05:00 - 05:30

There's a bidding frenzy in New York as the work of Jean-Michel Basquiat goes up for auction, with his painting 'Untitled' set to break records. (S8, ep 12) [S]

Auction: David Bowie Collector

Thursday 05:30 - 06:00

This special episode heads to Sotheby's where the late David Bowie's art collection, which includes works by Damien Hirst and Jean-Michel Basquiat, goes under the hammer. (S7, ep 11) [S]

Michael Flatley Lord Of The Dance

Thursday 06:00 - 07:50

Dangerous Games. Choreographed by Michael Flatley, 40 of the world's most talented performers combine the best of traditional and contemporary music and dance. [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Thursday 07:50 - 08:20

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 41) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Thursday 08:20 - 08:50

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 42) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 08:50 - 09:25

There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:25 - 10:00

Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

One More Mile to Go: Sam Jacoby has his wife's corpse in the trunk of his car, and is menaced by a motorcycle cop, who nags him about a taillight. (S2, ep 28) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Vicious Circle: A hired killer reluctantly sets out to kill his own girlfriend as ordered by his crime boss, knowing he won't accept any failures. (S2, ep 29) [S]

Rob Reiner: The Directors

Thursday 11:00 - 12:00

A look at the life and career of the acclaimed Hollywood director, whose films include Stand by Me, When Harry Met Sally... and the Oscar-nominated A Few Good Men. (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Discovering: Julia Roberts

Thursday 12:00 - 13:00

A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning Hollywood icon, famous for her roles in Pretty Woman, Erin Brockovich, My Best Friend's Wedding and Notting Hill. (S11, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:30 - 14:00

Way To Do It: The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle. (S4, ep 16) [S]

My Week With Lubaina Himid

Thursday 14:00 - 15:00

An exploration of Himid's life over seven days after the crew departs, as Kate captures candid moments with just an iPhone. [S]

Tea With Judi Dench

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

National treasure Dame Judi Dench invites her friend, Sir Kenneth Branagh, for tea at her Surrey home. They swap star-studded stories from their careers on stage and screen. [S]

Stephen Frears: The Directors

Thursday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the career of the Academy Award-nominated director, known for his gripping depictions of life stories and characters - such as his acclaimed film The Queen. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Discovering: Richard Gere

Thursday 17:00 - 18:00

He's a household name who starred in Pretty Woman and the Academy Award-winning musical Chicago. This is a look at his life and career. (S11, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

Hijack: A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands? (S4, ep 17) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

Blue Marigold: Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

The Three Dreams of Mr Findlater: Ernest Findlater is constantly nagged at by his wife so he fantasizes about Lalage, an exotic lover from the South Seas. (S2, ep 30) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 19:30 - 20:00

The Night the World Ended: When a newsman shows a homeless man a fake article that says the world is going to end that night, his prank has deadly consequences. (S2, ep 31) [S]

Discovering: Robert Donat

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actor, known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps and as Mr Chipping in Goodbye, Mr Chips. (S12, ep 10) [S]

Classic Movies: The Story Of Terminator 2

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

Judgment Day. Movie critic Ian Nathan examines what made this 1991 sci-fi-action sequel, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, a classic of the genre. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

I Am Patrick Swayze

Thursday 22:00 - 00:00

A loving tribute to the Hollywood superstar known for his roles in blockbuster hits like Dirty Dancing, Ghost and The Outsiders. With insight from Demi Moore, Rob Lowe and others. [S,AD]

Fri Apr 10
Spike Lee: The Directors

Friday 00:00 - 01:00

The story of Academy Award-winning director Spike Lee, who wowed audiences with gripping films like Malcolm X, Inside Man and BlacKkKlansman. (S6, ep 1) [S,AD]

Kate Winslet: A Quest For Authenticity

Friday 01:00 - 02:15

The reasoning behind Kate Winslet's choice of roles. Throughout her career, she has chosen to play roles of authentic women with complex psyches and realistic bodies. [S]

Blue Road: The Edna O'Brien Story

Friday 02:15 - 04:10

Edna O'Brien, 93, reflects on her life, novels and love through journals read by Jessie Buckley, with insight from writers like Gabriel Byrne. [S]

National Treasures - The Art Of Collecting

Friday 04:10 - 05:10

In Venice we explore the late Francesco Carraro's remarkable collection of Venetian glass, which includes works by the much-lauded Carlo Scarpa. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

Auction: David Gilmour Special

Friday 05:10 - 05:35

The huge personal guitar collection of Pink Floyd's David Gilmour comes to Christie's - including the iconic black Fender Stratocaster which featured on many of the rock legend's hits. [S]

Auction: David Hockney Special

Friday 05:35 - 06:00

New. David Hockney's Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures) is a modern masterpiece and now it's up for sale at Christie's in New York with an estimate of $80 million. [S]

Andre Rieu: Power Of Love

Friday 06:00 - 08:00

Get ready to relive the magic of an unforgettable evening with André Rieu. Recorded live during his spectacular Summer Open Air Concerts in Maastricht 2024. [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 43) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Friday 08:30 - 09:00

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 44) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:30 - 10:00

Way To Do It: The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle. (S4, ep 16) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:00 - 10:35

The Three Dreams of Mr Findlater: Ernest Findlater is constantly nagged at by his wife so he fantasizes about Lalage, an exotic lover from the South Seas. (S2, ep 30) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:35 - 11:05

The Night the World Ended: When a newsman shows a homeless man a fake article that says the world is going to end that night, his prank has deadly consequences. (S2, ep 31) [S]

Stephen Frears: The Directors

Friday 11:05 - 12:05

A look at the career of the Academy Award-nominated director, known for his gripping depictions of life stories and characters - such as his acclaimed film The Queen. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Discovering: Richard Gere

Friday 12:05 - 13:05

He's a household name who starred in Pretty Woman and the Academy Award-winning musical Chicago. This is a look at his life and career. (S11, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:05 - 13:40

Hijack: A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands? (S4, ep 17) [S]

The Misfits

Friday 13:40 - 16:00

A divorcée falls for an over-the-hill cowboy who is struggling to maintain his romantically independent lifestyle. [S]

John Carpenter: The Directors

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

The last episode of the series takes a deep dive into the life and career of John Carpenter, known for his cult classics such as Dark Star, The Thing and Halloween. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Discovering: Dennis Hopper

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

A look at the life and career of filmmaker behind Easy Rider, his acclaimed directional debut. He also starred in Apocalypse Now, Super Mario Bros and Blue Velvet. (S11, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

The Eavesdropper: Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence? (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

Operation Safecrack: In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough? (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

The Hands of Mr Ottermole: A murderer has been strangling people in the London fog. A reporter manages to continually make it to the crime scene before the police. (S2, ep 32) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

A Man Greatly Beloved: In a small Massachusetts town, precocious young Hildegarde Fell learns a secret about crusty old John Anderson. (S2, ep 33) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Friday 20:00 - 21:00

Britpop: Elbow frontman Guy Garvey lifts the lid on two decades of TV gold. Here, he takes you through music genre and culture movement Britpop. (5 of 5) [S]

Jimi Hendrix: Band Of Gypsies

Friday 21:00 - 22:15

A look back at the historic Jimi Hendrix concert performance at the Fillmore East, New York on 1 January, 1970. [S]

Jimi Hendrix At Woodstock

Friday 22:15 - 23:30

Highlights from Jimi Hendrix's iconic 1969 performance at Woodstock, featuring Purple Haze, Voodoo Chile, Hear My Train A Comin' and Star Spangled Banner. [S]

Phil Lynott: Songs For While I'm Away

Friday 23:30 - 02:00

The story of how a Phil Lynott, young black boy from working-class 1950s Dublin, became Ireland's Greatest Rock Star. [S]

Sat Apr 11
Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends

Saturday 02:00 - 03:00

Nile Rodgers: In Miami, disco legend Nile Rodgers explores his impressive musical career, from Studio 54 to David Bowie and Daft Punk. (S1, ep 4) [S]

Women Who Rock

Saturday 03:00 - 04:15

Defiance: Take a trip back to the 1970s, a game-changing decade which brought new sounds and icons like Nancy Wilson and Joan Jett, plus rockers such as Debbie Harry. (2 of 4) [S,AD]

Discovering: Elton John

Saturday 04:15 - 05:10

Leading figures in the music industry examine the monumental career of Sir Elton John, exploring his greatest hits, as well as his work on The Lion King and Billy Elliot. [S]

Auction: George Michael Special

Saturday 05:10 - 05:35

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]

Auction: Jackie Kennedy Special

Saturday 05:35 - 06:00

At Bonhams, a collection of intimate letters written by a recently widowed Jackie Kennedy that she sent to British diplomat David Ormsby-Gore go under the hammer. (S8, ep 11) [S]

Pavarotti In Central Park

Saturday 06:00 - 08:20

Luciano Pavarotti sings live in Central Park, New York, with the Boys Choir of Harlem and members of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in one of his most celebrated performances. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:20 - 08:50

Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:50 - 09:20

Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:20 - 09:55

There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:55 - 10:30

Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00

Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 11:00 - 12:00

A Piece of the Action: Inveterate gambler Duke Marsden is given an ultimatum - give up poker, or lose his wife. He agrees, but there's one last thing he has to do first. (S1, ep 1) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 12:00 - 13:00

Don't Look Behind You: When an unknown attacker is brutally targeting women in a small college town, a psychology professor uses his fiancé as bait. (S1, ep 2) [S]

Spymasters: The Great Spy Writers

Saturday 13:00 - 14:00

New. Alistair MacLean to John Le Carre: Cold War storytelling comes alive with Forsyth, MacLean and le Carre, with iconic scenes from The Third Man and more. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Hollies: Look Through Any Window 1963-1975

Saturday 14:00 - 16:30

Original members Graham Nash, Allan Clarke, Tony Hicks and Bobby Elliott discuss the history of The Hollies, while reflecting on their most memorable performances. [S,AD]

Supershow: The Last Great Jam...

Saturday 16:30 - 18:00

In one of the great musical events of the 1960s, musicians including Eric Clapton and Buddy Guy converged on an abandoned factory for a two-day journey of music and celebration. [S]

Bjork: Cornucopia

Saturday 18:00 - 20:00

The eponymous concert tour, which debuted as a residency at The Shed in New York City before travelling the world and concluding four years later. Flashing images. [S]

The Cure: Live In Hyde Park

Saturday 20:00 - 22:00

The Rock and Roll Hall-of-Famers honour their 40 years together with a live concert at London's Hyde Park in July 2018. [S]

Siouxsie And The Banshees: Nocturne

Saturday 22:00 - 23:20

Rediscover Siouxsie and the Banshees at the height of their gothic success, travelling back to the 80s with inspired performances of some of their greatest songs. [S]

The Public Image Is Rotten

Saturday 23:20 - 01:20

After the breakup of the Sex Pistols, John Lydon and John Rotten formed Public Image Ltd. A never-before-seen look at one of music's most influential and controversial careers. [S]