Saturday 13:55 - 15:40
Clint Eastwood, the actor and Academy Award-winning director of films including Unforgiven and Million Dollar Baby, talks candidly about his extraordinary life and career. [S]
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Sat Nov 22
Saturday 15:40 - 17:10
Documentary exploring the career and life story of Sam Cooke through first-person accounts from family, childhood friends and the soul superstar himself. [S]
Saturday 17:10 - 18:10
Jack Rooke, Reece Clarke, Tim Peake: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 8) [S,AD]
Saturday 18:10 - 19:40
Venture back to the 60s in this film from Murray Lerner, featuring Bob Dylan's appearances at the Newport Folk Festival and exploring his rise to musical stardom. [S,AD]
Saturday 19:40 - 21:00
One of the brightest rock bands of the 70s light up Wembley in this 1978 charity concert, performing their greatest hits such as Mr Blue Sky and Sweet Talkin' Woman. [S]
Saturday 21:00 - 22:10
New. A detailed profile of the life and career of musician Mark Knopfler. [S]
Saturday 22:10 - 00:10
Concert film capturing Dire Straits during their two-night gig at the Hammersmith Odeon. The climax of their Love Over Gold tour, hits include Romeo and Juliet and Sultans of Swing. [S]
Sun Nov 23
Today 00:10 - 02:00
Absorbing documentary charting Sinéad O'Connor's rise to worldwide stardom and the fearless singer's departure from the pop mainstream. Features previously unseen footage. [S,AD]
Today 02:00 - 03:35
Record On: Paul Weller - Wild Wood: The story of Paul Weller's journey through changing times in the 90s, his new direction in sound and the resulting tour de force that is Wild Wood. [S,AD]
Today 03:35 - 05:00
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]
Today 05:00 - 05:30
A look at the rise of rock opera pioneers The Who, from their formation at school in Acton, London, to their award-winning albums and sell out tours around the world. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 05:30 - 06:00
Music experts discuss the life and music of Jimi Hendrix, who wowed audiences in the 1960s with his outrageous electric guitar playing skills and his experimental sound. (S5, ep 6) [S]
Today 06:00 - 08:30
At the Vienna State Opera, Claus Guth stages Puccini's last opera as a chamber drama of timeless topicality, with audience favourite Jonas Kaufmann in the leading role. [S]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]
Today 09:30 - 10:05
Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 10:05 - 10:40
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 10:40 - 11:40
Bonfire: After a lonely woman moves to a small town to live in the home of her recently deceased aunt, she finds one neighbor is particularly willing to help. (S1, ep 13) [S]
Today 11:40 - 12:40
Jack Rooke, Reece Clarke, Tim Peake: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 12:40 - 13:55
From his beginnings in cabarets and on Broadway to his recognition as a choreographer and director, the star with a charming smile expanded the boundaries of dance expression. [S]
Today 13:55 - 14:55
New. One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: Dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (2 of 3) [S]
Today 14:55 - 17:25
Fantastic summer concert from the King of Waltz's hometown. Soprano Mirusia Louwerse joins Andre Rieu at the Vrijthof, along with soloists he met during his South African tour. [S]
Today 17:25 - 19:40
Tina Turner brings the house down at the Blockbuster Pavilion in San Bernardino, California, on her legendary What's Love tour in 1993. Contains flashing images. [S]
Today 19:40 - 21:00
Interviews and performance footage tells the remarkable story of 1960s Californian pop group The Mamas and the Papas. [S,AD]
Today 21:00 - 23:00
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]
Today 23:00 - 01:00
The Pretenders' sold-out gig at LA's Wiltern Theatre, where Chrissie Hynde and the band performed all their classic hits, from Brass in Pocket to Back On the Chain Gang. [S]
Mon Nov 24
Tomorrow 01:00 - 02:00
New. Escape From New York (1981): In the dystopian future of Escape from New York, the island of Manhattan has been turned into a maximum-security prison. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Tomorrow 02:00 - 04:20
Jamie Cullum performs live at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, with tour footage and interviews from his U.S. travels, plus highlights from his Glastonbury Festival performance in the U.K. [S]
Tomorrow 04:20 - 06:00
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]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:55
Discover a world of wonders in the Cabinet of Curiosities, a steampunk-inspired spectacle that asks you to close our eyes and trust your imagination. [S]
Tomorrow 07:55 - 08:30
Cactus at Sunset: Bob paints a path of cacti and rocks that leads up to a dramatic, fiery red sky in the background. (S8, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
Mountain Range: Guest painter Steve Ross uses an array of colour in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake. (S8, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of an Oscar-winning director known for his approach and hits such as Erin Brockovich and Ocean's Eleven. (S8, ep 2) [S]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
Glenn Close: A deep dive into the life of the eight-time Academy Award-nominated star, whose notable roles include Cruella de Vil in 101 Dalmatians and its sequel. (S14, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00
The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
Jack Rooke, Reece Clarke, Tim Peake: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
New. One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: Dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (2 of 3) [S]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00
Tim Robbins: A deep dive into the life and career of Academy Award-winning The Shawshank Redemption star, who has also played notable roles in The Player, Mystic River and more. (S14, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:25
New. A magical performance of André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra, live in this special recording from Bahrain. [S]
Tomorrow 21:25 - 22:25
Maastricht: André Rieu looks back at highlights from a jubilant concert in Maastricht, when he welcomed performers Jermaine Jackson and Trini Lopez. (4 of 10) [S]
Tomorrow 22:25 - 23:35
Violinist Nigel Kennedy performs Vivaldi's The Four Seasons with The English Chamber Orchestra, a piece that earned him a place in the record books as the best-selling classical work ever. [S]
Tomorrow 23:35 - 00:55
A celebratory look back at some of Pavarotti's finest moments on stage, including performances of Nessun Dorma and the legendary Donna Non Vidi Mai, dedicated to Princess Diana. [S]
Tue Nov 25
Tuesday 00:55 - 02:15
Songs Of The Sea. Bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel takes us to his Welsh homeland, where the romantic coast becomes the inspiring start of a captivating musical journey. [S]
Tuesday 02:15 - 03:30
A Sky Original two-part series hosted by Imelda May exploring Ireland's rich history of literary talent - often inspired by a land embellished in natural beauty. (1 of 2) [S]
Tuesday 03:30 - 03:40
The Courtauld Institute Of Art: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]
Tuesday 03:40 - 05:00
Beyond Australia: Explore how Australia and its art went global in the 1960s. With dependence on Britain easing, artists played a huge role in shaping the new Australia. (3 of 3) [S]
Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00
Art collector Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo shows us the paintings she has chosen to hang in her own home and reflects on the state of collecting today. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tuesday 06:00 - 08:00
Mechanical marches, pounding brass. An uneasy second movement and a nightmarish vision of life in Stalin's Russia explodes in a frenzied succession of dance themes. [S]
Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30
Lonely Retreat: Bob uses blue and red highlights to accentuate the drama and beauty of a snow-covered cabin at sunset. (S8, ep 11) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00
Northern Lights: Bob uses a black canvas to create the scene of a snowy landscape with the stunning lights of the northern sky. (S8, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
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]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of Czechoslovakia's most famous and acclaimed filmmaker, known for 1975's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. (S8, ep 3) [S]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
Tim Robbins: A deep dive into the life and career of Academy Award-winning The Shawshank Redemption star, who has also played notable roles in The Player, Mystic River and more. (S14, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
Cornwall: Jim and Nancy head to Cornwall in search of the red-billed chough. Local artists Flynn O'Reilly and Sarah Bell join them on their journey. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
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. (3 of 4) [S]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of a pioneer in the independent filmmaking scene of the 1990s, known for Before Sunrise and School of Rock. (S8, ep 4) [S]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
Michael Keaton: From Batman to Spider-Man, Michael Keaton has done it all. This is a glimpse into the Hollywood star's life and career. (S14, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
Sauce For The Goose: Having arranged the death of her very wealthy husband in order to be with her lover Stephen, Olivia becomes increasingly annoyed by his lack of appreciation. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
Bird Of Prey: Jack and Edna's pet parrot dies after laying an unusually large egg. On hatching, it reveals an aggressive black-feathered bird, spelling immediate trouble. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Martha Mason, Movie Star: A vain woman can't get a divorce from her husband. Luckily, he loves to garden. And he's just dug a nice big hole in the backyard. (S2, ep 34) [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
West Warlock Time Capsule: Taxidermist George Tiffany has domestic trouble when his wife's visiting brother Waldren overstays his welcome. (S2, ep 35) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00
New. One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: Dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (2 of 3) [S]
Tuesday 21:00 - 22:15
How has the woman nicknamed the 'Sound Witch' managed to transcend eras and trends, remaining as modern and fascinating as ever? What accounts for her timeless genius? Documentary. [S]
Tuesday 22:15 - 23:15
Anita Rani explores the Brontë sisters and their enduring influence, tracking the impact Anne, Charlotte and Emily have had on millions of readers. [S]
Tuesday 23:15 - 00:35
Jake Chapman explores a mind-bending vision of the world that few can see. Are we, capitalism and technology already one and the same - accelerating towards an inevitable climax? [S]
Wed Nov 26
Wednesday 00:35 - 02:00
Melvyn Bragg draws on a career spanning more than 60 years, making a rousing case for why the arts matter - exploring his early years and the stories of influential interviewees. [S]
Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00
New. Mary Berry: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of the celebrity sitter. (S12, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 03:00 - 05:00
Unpacking their walk through life, enjoy an insight into the world of Gilbert Prousch and George Passmore. Contains strong language and controversial, confrontational art. [S,AD]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
Richard Burrows - the nephew of the pre-war painter Edward Le Bas - gives a fascinating tour of his extensive art collection. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00
Take a fresh look at Tchaikovsky's classic work. On stage, we see The Norwegian National Ballet, dressed in costumes by Danish fashion designer Henrik Vibskov. [S]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
Winter Evergreens: Bob creates a beautiful snowy landscape with stately evergreens, warmed by the low-hanging winter sun over distant mountains. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
Surf's Up: Bob takes on a dramatic ocean scene as he paints crashing waves, rolling in to crash against sand and rock. (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Father and Son: In early 20th-century London, shop owner Joe Saunders refuses to lend money to his son Sam, who is anxious to win over a showgirl. (S2, ep 36) [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
Indestructible Mr Weems: A lodge is selling cemetery plots, but nobody will buy one until the first person is buried there. The brothers turn to Mr Weems. (S2, ep 37) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of a pioneer in the independent filmmaking scene of the 1990s, known for Before Sunrise and School of Rock. (S8, ep 4) [S]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
Michael Keaton: From Batman to Spider-Man, Michael Keaton has done it all. This is a glimpse into the Hollywood star's life and career. (S14, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
Sauce For The Goose: Having arranged the death of her very wealthy husband in order to be with her lover Stephen, Olivia becomes increasingly annoyed by his lack of appreciation. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
Bird Of Prey: Jack and Edna's pet parrot dies after laying an unusually large egg. On hatching, it reveals an aggressive black-feathered bird, spelling immediate trouble. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
Kent: Jim and Nancy are joined by music legend Jools Holland and local artist David Hunt as they travel to Kent to paint the stunning long-eared owl. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
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. (4 of 4) [S]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of an Academy Award-winning actor and director known for Citizen Kane and more. (S8, ep 5) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
John Malkovich: A glimpse into the life of the Academy Award-nominated star whose huge portfolio of work includes starring roles in Places in the Heart and In the Line of Fire. (S14, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
I Like It Here In Wilmington: When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money. (S7, ep 11) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
Accidental Death: Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match. (S7, ep 12) [S,AD]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
A Little Sleep: A bored rich girl goes up to her cabin in the mountains. Before the night is over, she'll wish desperately she had just gone home. (S2, ep 38) [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
The Dangerous People: Two men wait at a train station. A wailing siren periodically reminds them that there is an escapee on the loose. (S2, ep 39) [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
New. Mary Berry: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of the celebrity sitter. (S12, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
Game on: Dedicated dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (3 of 3) [S]
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:20
After Hughes's closes its doors for the final time, actor Brendan Gleeson returns to it to commemorate its invaluable legacy. (2024) [S]
Wednesday 23:20 - 00:30
New. A detailed profile of the life and career of musician Mark Knopfler. [S]
Thu Nov 27
Thursday 00:30 - 01:45
The line-up changed, the style evolved, but the hits kept coming. From Peter Gabriel to Phil Collins, Invisible Touch to I Can't Dance, a documentary that charts the inspiration of Genesis. [S]
Thursday 01:45 - 02:45
Face Value: Phil Collins reveals how he turned personal turmoil into an acclaimed debut solo album, which features arguably his most enduring hit, In The Air Tonight. (S1, ep 14) [S,AD]
Thursday 02:45 - 04:15
Elizabeth Day and Andi Oliver are joined by Maggie O'Farrell, broadcasters Jane Garvey and Fi Glover, designer Osman Yousefzada and queen of the kitchen disco, Sophie Ellis-Bextor. [S]
Thursday 04:15 - 05:05
Rolling Stone moves to New York, Elvis dies, Hunter S Thompson covers the Pulitzer divorce case, and televangelists attack the magazine. (4 of 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 05:05 - 06:00
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]
Thursday 06:00 - 07:25
New. A magical performance of André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra, live in this special recording from Bahrain. [S]
Thursday 07:25 - 08:00
Red Sunset: Bob uses his skill on black canvas to create a glowing, fiery landscape with warm light illuminating trees in the foreground. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
Meadow Road: Bob creates a scene of pure natural beauty, with majestic snow-covered peaks and evergreens looming large over lush grasslands. (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
Winter Oval: Bob creates a snowy mountain scene, with a lonely log cabin in the foreground engulfed by lacy bushes and a glistening lake. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:00 - 09:30
Sauce For The Goose: Having arranged the death of her very wealthy husband in order to be with her lover Stephen, Olivia becomes increasingly annoyed by his lack of appreciation. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
Bird Of Prey: Jack and Edna's pet parrot dies after laying an unusually large egg. On hatching, it reveals an aggressive black-feathered bird, spelling immediate trouble. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
The Glass Eye: Mesmerised by the actor's eye-catching physical appearance, an unmarried woman follows a ventriloquist and his dummy from performance to performance. (S3, ep 1) [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
Mail Order Prophet: Mail Clerk Ronald Grimes starts receiving letters from a mysterious Mr Christiani that paint a clear picture of the future. (S3, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of an Academy Award-winning actor and director known for Citizen Kane and more. (S8, ep 5) [S]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
John Malkovich: A glimpse into the life of the Academy Award-nominated star whose huge portfolio of work includes starring roles in Places in the Heart and In the Line of Fire. (S14, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
I Like It Here In Wilmington: When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money. (S7, ep 11) [S,AD]
Thursday 13:30 - 14:00
Accidental Death: Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match. (S7, ep 12) [S,AD]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
Scottish musician Edwyn Collins and wife Grace Maxwell join Jim and Nancy as they travel to the Isle of Harris to paint the golden eagle. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
Charles explores the concept of orchestral teamwork through Mozart and his 40th symphony - showcasing how composers utilise a team to full effect. (1 of 6) [S]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of a celebrated Australian filmmaker, known for The Quiet American, Rabbit-Proof Fence and Dead Calm. (S8, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Samuel L. Jackson: A look into the life and career of the Hollywood superstar. From Coming to America and Pulp Fiction to Django Unchained, he has starred in many iconic films. (S14, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
The Reconciliation: Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected. (S7, ep 13) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
The Mugger: When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy. (S7, ep 14) [S,AD]
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
New. Mary Berry: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of the celebrity sitter. (S12, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
Film offering a glimpse into the career of the Oscar-winning Mary Poppins actress, and delving behind the squeaky-clean image to reveal a much more torturous career. [S,AD]
Thursday 21:00 - 22:00
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director behind The Sound of Music, West Side Story and Star Trek: The Motion Picture. (S3, ep 7) [S]
Thursday 22:00 - 23:00
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]
Thursday 23:00 - 00:15
Bryan Ferry performs hits including Slave to Love, Avalon and Let's Stick Together at the 2014 Baloise Session in Basel, Switzerland. [S]
Fri Nov 28
Friday 00:15 - 01:30
How has the woman nicknamed the 'Sound Witch' managed to transcend eras and trends, remaining as modern and fascinating as ever? What accounts for her timeless genius? Documentary. [S]
Friday 01:30 - 02:00
Documentary exploring the life, career and influence of Cream and Yardbirds guitarist and songwriter Eric Clapton, the only three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. [S,AD]
Friday 02:00 - 03:00
Peter Hook: Joy Division, New Order: With A-List musical talent at its heart, each episode is authored by a different bass expert, offering three unique perspectives of expertise. (1 of 3)
Friday 03:00 - 04:00
Former band members of The Doors discuss their self-titled debut album, which featured The End and Light My Fire, and the lyrical genius of Jim Morrison. [S]
Friday 04:00 - 05:00
Artists and local communities join forces to compete for the chance to create the UK's next major landmark in this exciting series hosted by Gemma Cairney. Series finale. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]
Friday 05:00 - 06:00
Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (1 of 4) [S,AD]
Friday 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]
Friday 08:00 - 08:30
Secluded Beach: Bob gives a lesson in his wet-on-wet technique while creating a restless ocean crashing against a rugged coastline. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]
Friday 08:30 - 09:00
Forest Hills: Bob depicts rugged mountains, proud evergreens and luxurious trees over a sparkling lake in this spellbinding masterpiece. (S9, ep 7) [S,AD]
Friday 09:00 - 09:30
I Like It Here In Wilmington: When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money. (S7, ep 11) [S,AD]
Friday 09:30 - 10:00
Accidental Death: Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match. (S7, ep 12) [S,AD]
Friday 10:00 - 10:30
The Perfect Crime: A lawyer, with blackmail in mind, meets with a famed detective to prove he convicted an innocent man. (S3, ep 3) [S]
Friday 10:30 - 11:00
Heart of Gold: A convicted robber is released to the family of one of his cell mates, going against the better judgment of his parole officer. (S3, ep 4) [S]
Friday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of a celebrated Australian filmmaker, known for The Quiet American, Rabbit-Proof Fence and Dead Calm. (S8, ep 6) [S,AD]
Friday 12:00 - 13:00
Samuel L. Jackson: A look into the life and career of the Hollywood superstar. From Coming to America and Pulp Fiction to Django Unchained, he has starred in many iconic films. (S14, ep 7) [S,AD]
Friday 13:00 - 13:30
The Reconciliation: Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected. (S7, ep 13) [S,AD]
Friday 13:30 - 14:00
The Mugger: When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy. (S7, ep 14) [S,AD]
Friday 14:00 - 15:00
Jim and Nancy visit the East Yorkshire coast to paint the splendid gannet. They are joined by artists Colin and Jess Self, as well as Jim's mum Audrey. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Friday 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]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of American director David Fincher, renowned for his psychological thrillers such as Fight Club, Seven and Panic Room. (S8, ep 7) [S,AD]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Nicolas Cage: An in-depth look into the career of the versatile Academy Award-winning actor Nicolas Cage. (S14, ep 8) [S,AD]
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
The Open Window: When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world. (S7, ep 15) [S,AD]
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
People Don't Do Such Things: Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
Silent Witness: A professor takes the life of the beautiful, blackmailing female student he has been having a sexual affair with. (S3, ep 5) [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
Reward to Finder: When $5,200 in lost cash is found by a man, he gets into a potentially deadly conflict with his wife about what to do with it. (S3, ep 6) [S]
Friday 20:00 - 21:00
1985 Revisited: Circle back to 1985 for another dive into the vaults, with fascinating interviews and brilliant performances from Bangles, The Associates and more. (S5, ep 3) [S]
Friday 21:00 - 22:00
Peter Hook: Joy Division, New Order: With A-List musical talent at its heart, each episode is authored by a different bass expert, offering three unique perspectives of expertise. (1 of 3)
Friday 22:00 - 23:40
Record On: New Order - Power, Corruption & Lies: The story of New Order's 1983 album, exploring how they turned to electronic instrumentation - out of which came the hit Blue Monday. [S,AD]
Friday 23:40 - 00:40
Tony Iommi: Black Sabbath: The Black Sabbath guitarist reveals how he created the riffs that changed rock forever. Queen's Brian May joins Tony at his home studio for a jam. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Sat Nov 29
Saturday 00:40 - 02:30
Rex: AngelHeaded Hipster. Documentary celebrating T. Rex frontman Marc Bolan, with a behind-the-scenes look at the album of the same name. Features interviews with music icons. [S]
Saturday 02:30 - 04:30
Film exploring the story of inspirational rocker Suzi Q, from the many female artists she influenced, to the family tensions that resulted from her huge ambition and success. [S]
Saturday 04:30 - 05:00
Leading music critics reflect on the life and career of former Faces front man Rod Stewart, one of the best-selling artists of all time. [S]
Saturday 05:00 - 06:00
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]
Saturday 06:00 - 08:00
New. Over five years following the devastating fire, France's renowned Notre-Dame de Paris has once again opened its doors, marked by a glamorous concert to honour its restoration.
Saturday 08:00 - 08:30
The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]
Saturday 08:30 - 09:00
Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:00 - 09:30
Sauce For The Goose: Having arranged the death of her very wealthy husband in order to be with her lover Stephen, Olivia becomes increasingly annoyed by his lack of appreciation. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:30 - 10:00
Bird Of Prey: Jack and Edna's pet parrot dies after laying an unusually large egg. On hatching, it reveals an aggressive black-feathered bird, spelling immediate trouble. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
I Like It Here In Wilmington: When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money. (S7, ep 11) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
Accidental Death: Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match. (S7, ep 12) [S,AD]
Saturday 11:00 - 12:00
The Tender Poisoner: An executive plans to end an associate's love affair, saving the man's career and marriage. (S1, ep 14) [S]
Saturday 12:00 - 13:00
The Thirty-First of February: The death of a man's wife is ruled an accident, but strange incidents at the widower's place of work raise new questions. (S1, ep 15) [S]
Saturday 13:00 - 15:35
This is the life of a Hollywood movie star named Maria, as told by writer-director Harry Dawes, from being discovered in Madrid, Spain, until her funeral in Italy. Crime drama. (1954)
Saturday 15:35 - 17:00
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]
Saturday 17:00 - 18:00
New. Mary Berry: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of the celebrity sitter. (S12, ep 9) [S,AD]
Saturday 18:00 - 19:40
Behind-the-scenes documentary shedding new light on the exciting and turbulent private lives of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy and the genuine friendship between them. [S,AD]
Saturday 19:40 - 21:00
New. A blend of global icons from a critically acclaimed series, featuring performances from Red Hot Chili Peppers, Greenday and Muse in the historic Abbey Road Studios.
Saturday 21:00 - 22:00
Melissa Auf Der Maur: Hole, The Smashing Pumpkins: With A-List musical talent, each episode is authored by a different bass expert, offering unique perspectives of expertise. (2 of 3)
Saturday 22:00 - 00:00
New. The pioneer of funk bass, credited for the invention of the 'slap' technique, bursts onto the stage with his group like a New Orleans brass band for a virtuosic and breathtaking show. [S]
Sun Nov 30
Sunday 00:00 - 01:00
Andy Summers: The Police: The iconic guitarist sets out on a personal journey through his favourite ever riffs and reveals those that brought fame and fortune to The Police. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Sunday 01:00 - 02:35
Record On: New Order - Power, Corruption & Lies: The story of New Order's 1983 album, exploring how they turned to electronic instrumentation - out of which came the hit Blue Monday. [S,AD]
Sunday 02:35 - 03:50
Fascinating documentary exploring how Tears For Fear produced one of the greatest albums from the new wave rock scene of the 1980s, helping to define the era. [S,AD]
Sunday 03:50 - 05:05
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]
Sunday 05:05 - 05:30
A look at the life and music of Janis Joplin. Known for her powerful, blues-inspired vocals, she rose to fame in the late 1960s before dying of a drug overdose in 1970. (S5, ep 7) [S]
Sunday 05:30 - 06:00
Music experts discuss the legacy of 1970s brother and sister pop duo the Carpenters, who sang such hits as (They Long to Be) Close to You and We've Only Just Begun. (S5, ep 8) [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 08:50
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]
Sunday 08:50 - 09:20
The Reconciliation: Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected. (S7, ep 13) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:20 - 09:50
The Mugger: When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy. (S7, ep 14) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:50 - 10:20
The Open Window: When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world. (S7, ep 15) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:20 - 10:50
People Don't Do Such Things: Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:50 - 11:50
What Really Happened: A woman stands trial for her husband's murder - and the family maid holds the key to the truth. (S1, ep 16) [S]
Sunday 11:50 - 12:50
New. Mary Berry: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of the celebrity sitter. (S12, ep 9) [S,AD]
Sunday 12:50 - 14:05
How has the woman nicknamed the 'Sound Witch' managed to transcend eras and trends, remaining as modern and fascinating as ever? What accounts for her timeless genius? Documentary. [S]
Sunday 14:05 - 15:05
Game on: Dedicated dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (3 of 3) [S]
Sunday 15:05 - 17:55
A Midwesterner becomes fascinated with his nouveau riche neighbour, who obsesses over his lost love. [S]
Sunday 17:55 - 19:15
Documentary charting the 16 years of the famed music group Queen, including their 1986 Tour and Live Aid. [S]
Sunday 19:15 - 21:00
A treat for all Queen fans as Freddie, Brian, John and Roger perform early hits such as Killer Queen and Seven Seas of Rhye at the Rainbow Theatre in London in 1974. [S]
Sunday 21:00 - 22:00
Nate Mendel: Foo Fighters: With A-List musical talent at its heart, each episode is authored by a different bass expert, offering three unique perspectives of expertise. (3 of 3)
Sunday 22:00 - 00:00
New. Bootsy has always maintained the same energy throughout his career, playing a spectacular show at Jazz à Vienne. [S]