Today 02:25 - 04:30
The untold story of session and touring musicians hired by artists like Metallica, Kiss and Billy Joel. Features interviews with Alice Cooper, Rob Zombie, Steve Vai and more. [S]
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36: Sky Arts
Sun Dec 03
Today 04:30 - 05:00
A fascinating look at the life and career of James Brown. Dubbed 'the Godfather of Soul', he was one of the most iconic figures in music up until his death in 2006. (S5, ep 13) [S]
Today 05:00 - 05:30
A glimpse into the life of the soulful superstar who founded and fronted The Miracles before embarking on a solo career and working as vice president of Motown Records. (S3, ep 7) [S]
Today 05:30 - 06:00
A look at the life of the legendary musician whose career spanned five decades, over 70 albums and an endless string of hits including Gentle on My Mind and Southern Nights. (S3, ep 8) [S]
Today 06:00 - 08:55
...Presents RhineGold. Staged at the Symphony Hall in 2021, an orchestra of 87 players from the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra combine for a production of Wagner's RhineGold. [S]
Today 08:55 - 09:30
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]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
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]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
...Year 2023. Emma Bunton: The semi-final stage arrives as the contestants create portraits of Spice Girls icon Emma Bunton. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in Still Alice, Boogie Nights and The End of the Affair. (S16, ep 12) [S]
Today 13:00 - 14:00
Legendary film director Alfred Hitchcock pays tribute to documentary pioneer, John Grierson, exploring what made his work so extraordinary and influential. [S]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
The Red Signal: Falling for his best friend's wife, Dermot is warned of the woman's ailments by a famous psychiatrist. When the doctor is suddenly killed, suspicions rise. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road: Footage from the original recording sessions, together with interviews with Elton John, offer a unique insight into the creation of his classic album. (S1, ep 5) [S]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
...The Dark Side Of The Moon: Prog rock icons Pink Floyd reflect on the creation of their hugely influential concept album, with rarely seen archive studio footage. [S]
Today 17:00 - 18:50
...Of Thunder. Spectacular concert film from Pink Floyd's 1988 A Momentary Lapse of Reason tour, featuring hits like Wish You Were Here and Time. [S]
Today 18:50 - 20:00
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]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
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]
Today 21:00 - 22:00
...Of Terminator 2: 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]
Today 22:00 - 23:00
The Many Faces of Biopics: Real-life figures from the past have proven hugely cinematic and offered great characters who have shaped history. This is a study of the biopic. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]
Today 23:00 - 00:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in Still Alice, Boogie Nights and The End of the Affair. (S16, ep 12) [S]
Mon Dec 04
Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:00
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]
Tomorrow 01:00 - 02:50
Sonny, who has a stammer, creates a superhero to escape his reality. When cast in Hamlet, he finds the real heroes are closer than he thinks. A heartwarming Bristol Old Vic production. [S]
Tomorrow 02:50 - 04:25
An examination of the lives and deaths of six high-profile and beloved musicians who died at the age of 27, from Jimi Hendrix to Amy Winehouse. Documentary. [S]
Tomorrow 04:25 - 05:00
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]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 05:30
An eye-opening look at the American Rock Hall-of-Famers who have sold over 50 million records worldwide. (S3, ep 9) [S]
Tomorrow 05:30 - 06:00
A glimpse into the career of one of the world's best-selling bands of all time, and the hitmakers of the anthem I Want To Know What Love Is. (S3, ep 10) [S]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:10
...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]
Tomorrow 08:10 - 08:40
High Chateau: Bob uncovers a secret loft hidden in the woods, surrounded by evergreens, green bushes and grass. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 08:40 - 09:10
Country Life: Bob ventures from home to the farm and a big red barn with a rickety wooden fence, capturing vivid childhood memories. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:10 - 09:40
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]
Tomorrow 09:40 - 10:10
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]
Tomorrow 10:10 - 10:40
You Can't Trust a Man: Singer Crystal Coe is being harassed by her ex-husband. He manages to track her down and makes her life a misery. Polly Bergen and Joe Maross star. (S6, ep 24) [S]
Tomorrow 10:40 - 11:10
The Gloating Place: A fame-hungry woman fakes an assault and blames it on a masked attacker in order to gain notoriety. Susan Harrison stars. (S6, ep 25) [S]
Tomorrow 11:10 - 12:00
Angela Bassett: Learn about the career of the gifted award-winning actress who rose to prominence through her depiction of Tina Turner in What's Love Got to Do with It. (S15, ep 9) [S]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30
High Chateau: Bob uncovers a secret loft hidden in the woods, surrounded by evergreens, green bushes and grass. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:00
Country Life: Bob ventures from home to the farm and a big red barn with a rickety wooden fence, capturing vivid childhood memories. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30
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]
Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00
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]
Tomorrow 14:00 - 14:30
Nature: Actress Jaime Winstone, art curator Aindrea Emelife and award-winning photojournalist join Rankin to choose the best photos capturing 2020 within the theme of nature. (5 of 6) [S]
Tomorrow 14:30 - 15:00
Fun: In the final episode, Rankin takes a stunning action portrait of a tennis star, and is re-joined by Brett Rogers and Layton Williams to choose the best public entry. (6 of 6) [S]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
...Year 2023. Emma Bunton: The semi-final stage arrives as the contestants create portraits of Spice Girls icon Emma Bunton. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
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]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30
Western Expanse: Bob creates a masterpiece featuring powerful clouds, rolling hills and winding river waters, using only his special painting knife. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00
Marshlands: Bob creates a beautiful scene with still blue waters and bright green mossy trees. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30
Self Defense: Mr Clarke is terrified of guns being pointed at him and feels he must destroy anyone who would do that to him, including a young robber. George Nader stars. (S6, ep 26) [S]
Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00
A Secret Life: A man is bored in his marriage and leaves his wife. When he hires a private investigator for their divorce, he discovers that she is living a secret life. (S6, ep 27) [S]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
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]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:30
New. Darbar: Women in Music: Three of the world's finest Indian classical musicians candidly discuss their encounters with sexism while building their careers. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Tomorrow 22:30 - 22:40
New. Paraorchestra: Sky Arts bursary supported Paraorchestra's Musicians in Residence programme and enabled them to support four brilliantly gifted Paraorchestra musicians. [S]
Tomorrow 22:40 - 00:50
...Hits of Opera. The Royal Albert Hall comes to life with hits from the world of opera. Hosted by Alexander Armstrong and Myleene Klass and filmed in April 2023. [S]
Tue Dec 05
Tuesday 00:50 - 01:50
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]
Tuesday 01:50 - 05:00
...Barcelona. New. Witness Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform live at the Palau Saint Jordi in Barcelona on October 16, 2002. [S]
Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00
...Cheltenham Literature Festival Sessions. A selection of this year's Booker Prize shortlisted authors, including Salman Rushdie and Elif Shafak, discuss and read from their novels. [S]
Tuesday 06:00 - 07:05
New. Bruckner Cycle - Symphony No. 6 in A Major: From the Monastery of St Florian in Linz, the Munich Philharmonic and Valery Gergiev present Anton Buckner's Symphony No. 6 in A major. [S]
Tuesday 07:05 - 08:00
...Me. Charles Hazlewood marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of Beethoven with an insightful film exploring his work, genius, health and personal life. [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30
Western Expanse: Bob creates a masterpiece featuring powerful clouds, rolling hills and winding river waters, using only his special painting knife. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00
Marshlands: Bob creates a beautiful scene with still blue waters and bright green mossy trees. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
Self Defense: Mr Clarke is terrified of guns being pointed at him and feels he must destroy anyone who would do that to him, including a young robber. George Nader stars. (S6, ep 26) [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
A Secret Life: A man is bored in his marriage and leaves his wife. When he hires a private investigator for their divorce, he discovers that she is living a secret life. (S6, ep 27) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
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]
Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30
Western Expanse: Bob creates a masterpiece featuring powerful clouds, rolling hills and winding river waters, using only his special painting knife. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]
Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00
Marshlands: Bob creates a beautiful scene with still blue waters and bright green mossy trees. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
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]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
...Year Canada. There's everything to play for as the artists get closer to the $10,000 prize. Who can impress the judges, and whose time is up? (3 of 4) [S]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
This documentary takes you to the artistic treasure trove that is the Louvre - home to 38,000 works of art. Every day, thousands of men and women work here to bring history to life. [S]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
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]
Tuesday 17:00 - 17:30
Blaze of Colour: Evening sky sets in, giving way to a perfect glow. Bob makes a black canvas come to life with his magical brush strokes. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]
Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00
Winter Cabin: In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob gently places a magical little wooden shanty upon a bed of soft snow. (S7, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Servant Problem: An obnoxious wife finds her ex-husband and attempts to force him back into the relationship by the use of threats. Starring Jo Van Fleet and John Emery. (S6, ep 28) [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
Coming Home: A man, recently released from prison, becomes desperate when his money vanishes one night in town. Crahan Denton and Jeanette Nolan star. (S6, ep 29) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00
War: The literature of war harbours the most extreme emotions, as the agony of defeat and the ecstasy of victory dictates the words documented - making for compelling cinema. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00
New. Explore the work of Angela Carter and Hilary Mantel, Gothic's expression of the sense of 'the other' in The Invisible Man and Get Out and the concept of the 'Gothic outsider'. (3 of 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 22:00 - 23:45
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]
Tuesday 23:45 - 23:55
New. Theatre Royal Stratford East: Sky Arts bursary enabled Stratford East to create the Artistic Associates Bursary, offering creatives the chance of paid work with Nadia Fall.
Tuesday 23:55 - 00:55
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in Still Alice, Boogie Nights and The End of the Affair. (S16, ep 12) [S]
Wed Dec 06
Wednesday 00:55 - 03:40
Recorded at the Bristol Old Vic's 255-year-old Georgian theatre, witness Emma Rice's intoxicating adaptation of the Brontë classic performed in November 2021. [S]
Wednesday 03:40 - 03:50
Ballet Black: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]
Wednesday 03:50 - 05:00
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]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
...Evaristo: Cheltenham Literature Festival Sessions. Colm Toibin and Bernardine Evaristo come together to discuss the pleasures and motivations behind re-reading our favourite books. [S]
Wednesday 06:00 - 07:00
...With Charles Hazlewood. In the series finale, Charles casts an eye to the future with one question in mind: what role does the orchestra have in the modern world? (6 of 6) [S]
Wednesday 07:00 - 08:00
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]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
Blaze of Colour: Evening sky sets in, giving way to a perfect glow. Bob makes a black canvas come to life with his magical brush strokes. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
Winter Cabin: In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob gently places a magical little wooden shanty upon a bed of soft snow. (S7, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Servant Problem: An obnoxious wife finds her ex-husband and attempts to force him back into the relationship by the use of threats. Starring Jo Van Fleet and John Emery. (S6, ep 28) [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
Coming Home: A man, recently released from prison, becomes desperate when his money vanishes one night in town. Crahan Denton and Jeanette Nolan star. (S6, ep 29) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
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]
Wednesday 12:00 - 12:30
Blaze of Colour: Evening sky sets in, giving way to a perfect glow. Bob makes a black canvas come to life with his magical brush strokes. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]
Wednesday 12:30 - 13:00
Winter Cabin: In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob gently places a magical little wooden shanty upon a bed of soft snow. (S7, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
...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]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
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]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
Sigourney Weaver: Learn about the life and career of a Golden Globe-winning actress synonymous for her portrayal of Ellen Ripley in Ridley Scott's sci-fi thriller Alien. (S15, ep 12) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 17:30
Secluded Lake: With brush in hand, Bob sets off on a summertime nature walk and uncovers the beauty of leafy trees and pond. (S7, ep 2) [S]
Wednesday 17:30 - 18:00
Evergreens at Sunset: Using a different techniques, Bob creates a spellbinding scene. Watch the sun drop below the horizon, just behind the shadow of trees. (S7, ep 3) [S]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 19:00 - 20:00
Celebrities v Kids Special: Celebrity artists paint alongside six kids, selected as part of Sky Arts Access All Arts initiative. (S10, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
...Year 2023. New. Just three artists remain in the running to become the 10th Portrait Artist of the Year. It all hangs in the balance as they paint Dame Joan Bakewell. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
...Year 2023. New. Winners Story: The winner embarks on their £10,000 prize commission to create a portrait of Dr Jane Goodall for the National Portrait Gallery. (S10, ep 11)
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00
New. The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Milk, Mystic River, I Am Sam and Into the Wild. (S16, ep 13) [S]
Wednesday 23:00 - 23:10
New. Akram Khan Company: Sky Arts bursary enabled Akram Khan Company to create the Sky Arts Artist Development Programme to support dance artists during research and development periods.
Wednesday 23:10 - 00:10
...Special. Arguably the greatest ever frontman, Freddie Mercury was a complete one-off. This is the Queen icon's story - told through the sale of his personal items at Sotheby's. [S]
Thu Dec 07
Thursday 00:10 - 01:40
...Archive. Spotlighting his life and career, bear witness to comedian and poet Spike Milligan's never before aired film, interviews and scripts. Contains discriminatory content. [S,AD]
Thursday 01:40 - 02:50
...Universal Man. Serge Bramly travels in time exploring Leonardo da Vinci's myriad skills, cracking the code behind the Italian's talent to paint, invent and revolutionise. [S]
Thursday 02:50 - 04:00
...An Audacious Man. Forgotten after his death in 1593, rediscover the enigmatic 16th-century artist Giuseppe Arcimboldo with this documentary exploring the Milanese painter's skill. [S]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
The Red Signal: Falling for his best friend's wife, Dermot is warned of the woman's ailments by a famous psychiatrist. When the doctor is suddenly killed, suspicions rise. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
...Literature Festival Sessions. Ian McEwan, the award-winning storyteller behind Atonement and The Children Act discusses his thought-provoking new novel Machines Like Me. [S]
Thursday 06:00 - 06:20
Gary James McQueen: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]
Thursday 06:20 - 08:00
Combining grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, this touring show is inspired by the people, places, and stories that define Mexico. [S]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
Secluded Lake: With brush in hand, Bob sets off on a summertime nature walk and uncovers the beauty of leafy trees and pond. (S7, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
Evergreens at Sunset: Using a different techniques, Bob creates a spellbinding scene. Watch the sun drop below the horizon, just behind the shadow of trees. (S7, ep 3) [S]
Thursday 09:00 - 09:30
Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
Final Arrangements: A man, fed up with his wife's nagging, plans and prepays for a stylish coffin and funeral expenses. Starring Martin Balsam and Vivian Nathan. (S6, ep 30) [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
Ambition: A district attorney's ambition for higher office runs the risk of interfering with the plans to go straight of a crime boss, who saved his life during the war. (S6, ep 31) [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
Sigourney Weaver: Learn about the life and career of a Golden Globe-winning actress synonymous for her portrayal of Ellen Ripley in Ridley Scott's sci-fi thriller Alien. (S15, ep 12) [S]
Thursday 12:00 - 12:30
Secluded Lake: With brush in hand, Bob sets off on a summertime nature walk and uncovers the beauty of leafy trees and pond. (S7, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 12:30 - 13:00
Evergreens at Sunset: Using a different techniques, Bob creates a spellbinding scene. Watch the sun drop below the horizon, just behind the shadow of trees. (S7, ep 3) [S]
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 13:30 - 14:00
Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
A look into the stunning Smithsonian National Museum of African American History - designed by British architect David Adjaye, and inspired by the art and history of Africa. (S1, ep 7) [S]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
...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. (2 of 4) [S]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
High Grant: Learn about the life and career of one of Britain's best-known faces, famous for performances in Love Actually, Notting Hill and Four Weddings and a Funeral. (S15, ep 13) [S]
Thursday 17:00 - 17:30
Mountain Cabin: To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance. (S7, ep 4) [S]
Thursday 17:30 - 18:00
Portrait of Sally: Visiting artist Ben Stahl uses a more traditional painting method to bring out the pure innocence of a little girl. (S7, ep 5) [S]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
...Year 2023. New. Just three artists remain in the running to become the 10th Portrait Artist of the Year. It all hangs in the balance as they paint Dame Joan Bakewell. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
...Year 2023. New. Winners Story: The winner embarks on their £10,000 prize commission to create a portrait of Dr Jane Goodall for the National Portrait Gallery. (S10, ep 11)
Thursday 21:00 - 23:15
A gripping adaption of Shakespeare's iconic play exploring one man's determination to secure his ambition and pronounced destiny, the crown of Scotland, by whatever means necessary.
Thursday 23:15 - 23:25
New. Royal Society of Literature: Sky Arts bursary enabled the Royal Society of Literature to create the Sky Arts RSL Writers Awards, offering support to emerging writers of colour.
Thursday 23:25 - 01:20
New. Documentary telling the story of instrumental rock group The Ventures. Emerging from the late 1950s, the band helped popularise the electric guitar across the world during the 1960s. [S]
Fri Dec 08
Friday 01:20 - 02:20
From a child model to an Academy Award nominated performance in Taxi Driver, this is the story of Jodie Foster's life and breakthrough to Hollywood. (S13, ep 4) [S]
Friday 02:20 - 03:15
Technology Gets Personal: A look at how the personal computer, the internet and video games all became part of daily life thanks to innovations made during the 1980s. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Friday 03:15 - 04:10
New. Explore the work of Angela Carter and Hilary Mantel, Gothic's expression of the sense of 'the other' in The Invisible Man and Get Out and the concept of the 'Gothic outsider'. (3 of 4) [S,AD]
Friday 04:10 - 05:05
Women In Power: For the final challenge, the judges have chosen three powerful women that contestants must visually represent as they battle it out to win the grand prize. (S4, ep 6) [S,AD]
Friday 05:05 - 06:00
...Literature Festival Sessions. Author of The Other Boleyn Girl, Philippa Gregory, speaks about her new bestseller Tidelands set in England in the grip of the civil war. [S]
Friday 06:00 - 06:30
Opera star Simon Butteriss presents a lively look at the beginnings of great Victorian double act, Gilbert and Sullivan, and how they produced some of the most famous operas to date. [S]
Friday 06:30 - 08:00
New. Darbar: Women in Music: Three of the world's finest Indian classical musicians candidly discuss their encounters with sexism while building their careers. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Friday 08:00 - 08:30
Mountain Cabin: To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance. (S7, ep 4) [S]
Friday 08:30 - 09:00
Portrait of Sally: Visiting artist Ben Stahl uses a more traditional painting method to bring out the pure innocence of a little girl. (S7, ep 5) [S]
Friday 09:00 - 09:30
Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]
Friday 09:30 - 10:00
Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]
Friday 10:00 - 10:30
The Hatbox: A college student tries to make the police believe that a professor has murdered his missing wife. Paul Ford and Billy Gray star. (S6, ep 32) [S]
Friday 10:30 - 11:00
Cop for a Day: When a young woman witnesses two men rob and kill a bank messenger, one of the men devises a plan to silence her. Starring Walter Matthau and Glenn Cannon. (S6, ep 33) [S]
Friday 11:00 - 12:00
High Grant: Learn about the life and career of one of Britain's best-known faces, famous for performances in Love Actually, Notting Hill and Four Weddings and a Funeral. (S15, ep 13) [S]
Friday 12:00 - 12:30
Mountain Cabin: To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance. (S7, ep 4) [S]
Friday 12:30 - 13:00
Portrait of Sally: Visiting artist Ben Stahl uses a more traditional painting method to bring out the pure innocence of a little girl. (S7, ep 5) [S]
Friday 13:00 - 13:30
A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]
Friday 13:30 - 14:00
Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]
Friday 14:00 - 15:00
War: The literature of war harbours the most extreme emotions, as the agony of defeat and the ecstasy of victory dictates the words documented - making for compelling cinema. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Friday 15:00 - 16:00
...Timeless Comedy Genius. Documentary about the career and life of Harold Lloyd, the silent film era star who appeared in the notable movies Just Nuts, Girl Shy and The Freshman. [S]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
Leonardo DiCaprio: The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Titanic, The Revenant and Inception. (S16, ep 1) [S]
Friday 17:00 - 17:30
Misty Waterfall: Bob helps a timid little stream find its way to a delightful waterfall, while gazing upon a forest of elegant trees. (S7, ep 6) [S]
Friday 17:30 - 18:00
Barn at Sunset: Bob paints an expansive barn appearing half-covered in a snowy setting of frostbitten foliage and sun-kissed sky. (S7, ep 7) [S]
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
Light Fingers: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
Death in the Morning: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit... and it's out to get her. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
Keep Me Company: A husband continuously neglects his wife's desire for companionship, inadvertently bringing about an unwanted police presence. Anne Francis stars. (S6, ep 34) [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
I Spy: A private detective trying to find evidence that a gentle older woman is cheating on her separated husband, falls in love with her. Kay Walsh and Eric Barker star. (S6, ep 35) [S]
Friday 20:00 - 21:15
In 2003, Jethro Tull visited the Montreux Festival. Split into a semi-acoustic first half and a full on electric second half, watch their extraordinary concert here.
Friday 21:15 - 22:55
James Taylor and Carole King are joined by the band who played with them on their first visit to the Troubadour in 1971 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the legendary LA club. [S]
Friday 22:55 - 00:40
...Must Go On. With rare concert footage and exclusive, revealing portraits of the band members off-stage, this film tells the story of Queen and Lambert's incredible journey together. [S]
Sat Dec 09
Saturday 00:40 - 02:00
Documentary looking at the history of one of the most successful rock bands in the world and the inspirational music of Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury. [S,AD]
Saturday 02:00 - 03:15
...Church: Live from the Artists Den. Returning to the very core of his musical inspiration, John Legend performed at a venue steeped in history - The Riverside Church in New York. [S]
Saturday 03:15 - 04:10
A look at the most iconic music videos of the 90s, including Oasis, Blur, The Prodigy and the Spice Girls, which pushed boundaries unlike anything we'd ever seen before. [S]
Saturday 04:10 - 05:05
...Cheltenham Literature Festival Sessions. The Great British Bake Off meets Queer Eye as Nadiya Hussain and Tan France share tales of their South Asian upbringings. [S]
Saturday 05:05 - 06:00
...Bank Show. Melvyn Bragg sits down for an exclusive interview with the writer and creator of Bodyguard and Line of Duty, Jed Mercurio. (S9, ep 1) [S]
Saturday 06:00 - 08:35
From the mind of the supremely talented composer Jaromir Weinberger, Spring Storms returns 87 years on from its inception in 1933, this time directed by Barrie Kosky. [S]
Saturday 08:35 - 09:05
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]
Saturday 09:05 - 09:35
Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:35 - 10:00
Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]
Saturday 11:00 - 11:30
The Changing Heart: Dane Ross is amazed by an old man's tales of the many clocks he's built - with moving parts, marching soldiers and flying birds - and is asked to stay for dinner. [S]
Saturday 11:30 - 12:00
Summer Shade: A mother and father think their lonely daughter may need an evil spirit expelled from her after she appears to make up a girlfriend with a dark ancestry. [S]
Saturday 12:00 - 12:30
A Crime for Mothers: A woman struggling with alcoholism attempts to reclaim her estranged daughter, who has been raised by another family. [S]
Saturday 12:30 - 13:00
The Last Escape: Joe Ferlini is an escape artist who performs in nightclubs. He claims to break free from straight jackets faster than anyone, but wants to make a bigger splash. [S]
Saturday 13:00 - 14:00
A detailed look at the English new wave band's second album, which propelled them to stardom against a troubled backdrop of riots, record unemployment figures and the Falklands War. [S]
Saturday 14:00 - 15:00
...Year 2023. New. Just three artists remain in the running to become the 10th Portrait Artist of the Year. It all hangs in the balance as they paint Dame Joan Bakewell. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Saturday 15:00 - 16:00
...Year 2023. New. Winners Story: The winner embarks on their £10,000 prize commission to create a portrait of Dr Jane Goodall for the National Portrait Gallery. (S10, ep 11)
Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
New. The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Milk, Mystic River, I Am Sam and Into the Wild. (S16, ep 13) [S]
Saturday 17:00 - 18:00
...Detroit. Genesis hit machine Phil Collins teams up with three original Detroit session guitarists to recreate the original Motown Sound for his 2010 album Going Back. [S]
Saturday 18:00 - 20:00
Documentary telling the story of iconic rock band Genesis, dating back to their formation in 1967 and revealing new details about their changing dynamics and solo projects. [S,AD]
Saturday 20:00 - 21:15
The band tell their story on camera for the first time, starting with the creation of Queen in the 1970s. (1 of 2)
Saturday 21:15 - 22:30
At the peak of their powers and with the ultimate showman in Freddie Mercury, Queen smash stadium show attendance records. Part two, covering the 1980s onwards. (2 of 2)
Saturday 22:30 - 00:15
...Pretender. With archive footage of interviews, concerts and personal material, this award-winning documentary offers a compelling insight into the solo work of Freddie Mercury. [S]
Sun Dec 10
Sunday 00:15 - 02:55
New. Filmed on 7 July 2012, a line-up of Steve Lukather, Richard Page, Mark Rivera and many others touch on some unforgettable hits spanning four decades in celebration of Ringo Starr. [S]
Sunday 02:55 - 03:55
Metallica: James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett and Jason Newsted reveal, track by track, how they created their legendary 'Black Album'. (S1, ep 13) [S]
Sunday 03:55 - 05:00
Lou Reed and producers David Bowie and Mick Ronson reveal, track by track, how they created his seminal album, which featured Perfect Day and Walk On The Wild Side. [S]
Sunday 05:00 - 05:30
A glimpse into the life of the 'Because the Night' hitmaker who has inspired the likes of Madonna and R.E.M's Michael Stipe throughout her long and fruitful career. (S3, ep 11) [S]
Sunday 05:30 - 06:00
The story of the chart-topping rock band who have spent over two decades delighting fans with tracks like Don't You (Forget About Me) and Alive and Kicking. (S3, ep 12) [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 07:15
World-renowned tenor and Malta's own Cultural Ambassador Joseph Calleja introduces viewers to a land famous for its beauty and diversity through a musical journey to Malta. [S]
Sunday 07:15 - 08:30
Enjoy a star-studded event at the Verona Arena honouring the life of tenor Luciano Pavarotti. With touching performances from Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras and many others. [S]
Sunday 08:30 - 09:00
Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:00 - 09:30
A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:30 - 10:00
Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
Light Fingers: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
Death in the Morning: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit... and it's out to get her. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00
...Year 2023. New. Just three artists remain in the running to become the 10th Portrait Artist of the Year. It all hangs in the balance as they paint Dame Joan Bakewell. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Sunday 12:00 - 13:00
...Year 2023. New. Winners Story: The winner embarks on their £10,000 prize commission to create a portrait of Dr Jane Goodall for the National Portrait Gallery. (S10, ep 11)
Sunday 13:00 - 14:00
New. The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Milk, Mystic River, I Am Sam and Into the Wild. (S16, ep 13) [S]
Sunday 14:00 - 15:00
Jane in Search of a Job: One girl's uncanny resemblance to a Grand Duchess threatens her existence as murderess anarchists circle in, forcing her to risk it all for a hefty sum. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]
Sunday 15:00 - 16:00
Carly Simon reveals the challenges behind No Secrets - the classic album that made her a global star and included the enigmatic song You're So Vain.
Sunday 16:00 - 17:30
...Serenade on the Queen Mary 2. Accompanied by an orchestra, Carly Simon performs classic songs and tracks she made famous, including Nobody Does It Better, onboard RMS Queen Mary 2. [S]
Sunday 17:30 - 18:00
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]
Sunday 18:00 - 20:00
...of Wight. The original line-up of The Who performs an unforgettable set in front of 600,000 people at the Isle of Wight Festival in 1970. [S]
Sunday 20:00 - 21:00
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]
Sunday 21:00 - 23:00
Recorded at Hyde Park in London, join the Foo Fighters as they rock through some of their most popular material in front of a massive crowd. [S]
Sunday 23:00 - 23:15
New. Inspired by Samuel Beckett's Play, this animation imagines Punch and Judy's characters in the modern world. Hull Urban Opera's dark opera by Lente Verelst and Lena Vercauteren. [S]
Sunday 23:15 - 00:15
New. The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Milk, Mystic River, I Am Sam and Into the Wild. (S16, ep 13) [S]