Today 03:10 - 04:45
...The Royal Albert Hall. Aged 85, The King of the Blues is joined by guests Mick Hucknall, Slash and Ronnie Wood for his last concert on British soil. [S]
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36: Sky Arts
Thu Nov 21
Today 04:45 - 06:00
Sissinghurst: Take a tour around the castle gardens created by Vita Sackville-West. One of the best-loved gardens in England, it is designed as a series of rooms. Penelope Keith narrates. [S,AD]
Today 06:00 - 08:00
From the world-renowned human circus comes a jubilant celebration of youth, old age and the passage of time, featuring contortionists, fire dancers and stunning aerial acrobatics. [S]
Today 08:00 - 08:30
Ocean Sunset: Bob paints a breathtaking seascape with a sunset sky and cascading waves, which combine to create a spectacular beach reflection. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
Triple View: In this masterpiece, Bob creates a spectacular scene featuring a towering, snowy mountain looming over a homely cabin nestled in a lush meadow. (S10, ep 11) [S,AD]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
My Ladylove, My Dove: When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
I Can Take Care of Myself: A piano player's life is in danger after he accosts a gangster for hitting on a beautiful singer. Myron McCormick and Frankie Darro star. [S]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
One Grave Too Many: An unemployed man, played by Jeremy Slate, steals the wallet of a stranger he sees collapse on the street. [S]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
A look into the life and career of one of Hollywood's most recognisable stars, known for her work in The Colour Purple, Sister Act, Glory and more. (S12, ep 3) [S,AD]
Today 12:00 - 12:55
...2018. It's the final and the portrait artists are challenged to paint multi award-winning singer-songwriter Emeli Sande before the judges pick a series winner. (10 of 11) [S]
Today 12:55 - 13:25
Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Today 13:25 - 13:55
Galloping Foxley: John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 13:55 - 15:05
New. Discover the secrets of the legendary Guggenheim Museum and its modern art heart, uncovering the unique situations leading to the assembly of its works. [S,AD]
Today 15:05 - 16:00
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,AD]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
...Gallery. Kate Bryan explores the founding of the National Gallery, talking to curators about the original collection and taking a close look at the building's architecture. (1 of 2) [S]
Today 17:00 - 18:00
...2018. This special film follows the winner of Portrait Artist of the Year 2018 as they paint a commissioned portrait of Sex and the City actress Kim Cattrall. (11 of 11) [S]
Today 18:00 - 18:30
Georgy Porgy: Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Today 18:30 - 19:00
Royal Jelly: Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health? (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 19:00 - 20:00
...Year 2024. New. Heather Mills, Kevin McCloud, Martha Kearney: A new group of artists aim to impress with a portrait of three celebrities. (S11, ep 7) [S,AD]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
...Of The Graduate. Movie critic Ian Nathan examines the qualities that made this 1967 romantic comedy drama starring Dustin Hoffman an all-time classic. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 21:00 - 22:00
Jamie Foxx: The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Ray, Dreamgirls, Collateral and Django Unchained. (S16, ep 3) [S]
Today 22:00 - 00:00
Uncover the complex life and vulnerability of Hollywood legend Elizabeth Taylor, with the late star's own voice telling her story of lifelong fame and public scrutiny. [S,AD]
Fri Nov 22
Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:15
...Trilogy. Fame : Not The Musical: David Baddiel examines his relationship with the celebrity persona he's co-existed with for 30 years in a biographical discussion on fame. (2 of 3) [S]
Tomorrow 01:15 - 02:15
From Toy Story to Home Improvement, Barry Cryer takes a look at the versatile portfolio of Tim Allen for the last episode in the series. (S4, ep 10) [S]
Tomorrow 02:15 - 03:15
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 03:15 - 04:45
Leading British film critics Ian Nathan, Derek Malcolm and Stephen Armstrong review their greatest Western films. [S]
Tomorrow 04:45 - 06:00
Stourhead: Take a tour of the garden of this spectacular estate, set out in a classic 18th-century design, inspired by the painters Claude, Poussin and Dughet. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:30
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]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
Winter Frost: Bob paints a cold mountain-scape, featuring a warm sun that overlooks a snowy paradise complete with a gleaming lake. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
Galloping Foxley: John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
Party Line: Much to her demise, a woman shares a party line with two nosy neighbours. With Arch Johnson. [S]
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
Cell 227: Judgment day approaches for an innocent man who is facing the gas chamber for murder. With James Westerfield. [S]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
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,AD]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
...2018. This special film follows the winner of Portrait Artist of the Year 2018 as they paint a commissioned portrait of Sex and the City actress Kim Cattrall. (11 of 11) [S]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30
Georgy Porgy: Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00
Royal Jelly: Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health? (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 14:00 - 16:35
Charlie Chaplin's comedy-drama sees a despondent, failed ballet dancer and an impoverished clown look to each other to bring purpose and hope back into their lives. [S]
Tomorrow 16:35 - 17:00
...At the National Gallery. Take a look at two portraits, Picasso's 'Woman with a Book' and 'Madame Moitessier' by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, side by side, for the first time. [S]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell hunt for the country's best landscape artist. The competition begins in Yorkshire, where the contestants paint Fountains Abbey. (1 of 9) [S]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
Poison: Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare? (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
The Hitch-Hiker: Rod Taylor stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. When a driver picks up a hitch-hiker in his car, his journey turns into a thrilling ride. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30
I Walk The Line: This unique look at the life of Johnny Cash explores the influences behind his first number one Billboard hit, I Walk The Line. (1 of 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00
Ring Of Fire: An intimate look at the impact of Johnny Cash's 1963 track Ring Of Fire. It would become the biggest hit of his career, staying at number one for seven weeks. (2 of 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
...Black in Britain. Documentary exploring Johnny Cash's connection with Britain, featuring testimonies from his own children and friends like Elvis Costello. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00
...Remember Live 1973. A stunning set from Johnny Cash at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring exhilarating performances of all-time classics and special guests. [S]
Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:00
...The Marquee. The Rolling Stones perform at London's legendary Marquee club in March 1971, showcasing tracks from their then-upcoming album Sticky Fingers. [S]
Tomorrow 23:00 - 00:15
...Pompeii. 45 years on from filming 'Live At Pompeii', David Gilmour returned to the legendary stone Roman amphitheatre for two spectacular shows in July 2016. [S]
Sat Nov 23
Saturday 00:15 - 02:30
Immerse yourself in one of the most stunning rock and roll concerts of all time, as INXS perform live in front of 74,000 fans at Wembley Stadium in the summer of 1991. [S]
Saturday 02:30 - 03:45
Celebrating their 40th Anniversary with a European Tour, Simple Minds performed to a live audience under the lights at SchwuZ, Berlin in 2018. Contains flashing images. [S]
Saturday 03:45 - 04:10
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]
Saturday 04:10 - 04:25
...Wight Festival Greatest Hits. Relive the rock legends' iconic 2016 set featuring fan favourites like Radio Ga Ga, Don't Stop Me Now and Who Wants To Live Forever. [S]
Saturday 04:25 - 04:40
...Festival Greatest Hits. The Brit Award-winning rockers take to the stage in 2015, performing some of their best-known hits including Little Lies and Go Your Own Way. [S]
Saturday 04:40 - 06:00
Kingston Lacy: Take a tour of this spectacular garden, which includes a Victorian fernery, a sunken garden made in 1906 and an Iron Age hill fort. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Saturday 06:00 - 06:30
Simon Butteriss examines how a quarrel over the cost of carpet proved fatal to Gilbert & Sullivan's relationship and how the new D'Oyly Carte fell while the Savoy Operas triumphed. [S]
Saturday 06:30 - 08:20
New. John Williams conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker for the very first time, with music including "Olympic Fanfare and Theme".
Saturday 08:20 - 08:50
A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Saturday 08:50 - 09:20
The Way Up To Heaven: Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:20 - 09:50
Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:50 - 10:15
My Ladylove, My Dove: When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:15 - 10:45
Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:45 - 11:45
New. 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]
Saturday 11:45 - 12:45
New. Forecast - Low Clouds and Coastal Fog: A frightened young woman would like company in her husband's absence, but is anyone really trustworthy? (S1, ep 17) [S]
Saturday 12:45 - 14:30
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]
Saturday 14:30 - 15:30
...Year 2024. New. Heather Mills, Kevin McCloud, Martha Kearney: A new group of artists aim to impress with a portrait of three celebrities. (S11, ep 7) [S,AD]
Saturday 15:30 - 16:50
The late Robin Gibb and his brother Barry tell the extraordinary story of their family act, speaking candidly about their rise to fame and the tragedies that marred their superstardom. [S]
Saturday 16:50 - 19:00
Live in Vegas: The Bee Gees perform their greatest hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s, with guests including Celine Dion. From the MGM in Las Vegas in 1997. [S]
Saturday 19:00 - 20:40
...Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970. New. Canadian folk singer Joni Mitchell delivers an emotional, triumphant performance at the tumultuous Isle of Wight Festival of 1970. [S]
Saturday 20:40 - 22:00
New. Solid performance by Buddy, recorded at his own club in downtown Chicago. He's backed by the great piano player Johnnie Johnson and the Saturday Night Live Band.
Saturday 22:00 - 23:15
...Trilogy. New. Trolls: Not The Dolls: Comic David Baddiel journeys into the cesspit of social media trolls, discussing the weird and wonderful cyber-paths he has been led down. (3 of 3) [S]
Saturday 23:15 - 00:30
...Hold On to Your Structure. New. Irrepressible British Rock performer Ian Dury and his multi-talented band, The Blockheads, perform live from the Hammersmith Odeon in 1985. [S]
Sun Nov 24
Sunday 00:30 - 02:15
...Young Idea. Documentary telling the story of pioneering mod revival band The Jam, featuring archive performances and interviews with Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler. [S]
Sunday 02:15 - 04:45
...Live at the Royal Albert Hall. The rejuvenated The The perform live at the Royal Albert Hall in 2018, delivering a show to remember that was 16 years in the making. [S]
Sunday 04:45 - 05:10
Music journalists examine the life and music of Elvis Costello, who exploded on to the late 70s new wave scene with raw energy and ingenious songwriting. (S5, ep 17) [S]
Sunday 05:10 - 05:35
A look at the life and legacy of (Sittin' On) The Dock of a Bay singer Otis Redding. A soul and R&B legend, he died tragically in a plane crash at just 26 years old. (S2, ep 1) [S]
Sunday 05:35 - 06:00
A fascinating look at American punk rock band the Ramones, who ignited the punk-rock movement with their eponymous 1976 debut album. (S2, ep 2) [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 07:15
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 07:15 - 08:30
...Friends: Songs Of The Sea. Bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel takes us to his homeland, Wales, where the wildly romantic coast serves as the starting point for a captivating musical journey.
Sunday 08:30 - 09:00
Galloping Foxley: John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:00 - 09:30
Georgy Porgy: Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:30 - 10:00
Royal Jelly: Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health? (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
Poison: Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare? (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
The Hitch-Hiker: Rod Taylor stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. When a driver picks up a hitch-hiker in his car, his journey turns into a thrilling ride. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00
New. A Tangled Web: A charming French maid elopes with a professional burglar, but his jealous accomplice has his own plans. (S1, ep 18) [S]
Sunday 12:00 - 13:00
...Year 2024. New. Heather Mills, Kevin McCloud, Martha Kearney: A new group of artists aim to impress with a portrait of three celebrities. (S11, ep 7) [S,AD]
Sunday 13:00 - 14:25
Celebrate extraordinary choreographed moments in this countdown of the 25 most memorable dances in cinema history. [S]
Sunday 14:25 - 15:20
An eye-opening profile of Peter Sellers, from his early life and work on the Goon Show to his starring role as Chief Inspector Clouseau in The Pink Panther film series. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]
Sunday 15:20 - 17:30
New. A mischievous, adventuresome 14-year-old girl and her best friend begin following an eccentric concert pianist around New York City after she develops a crush on him. [S]
Sunday 17:30 - 20:00
...Window 1963-1975. 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]
Sunday 20:00 - 21:00
A look at the life and career of screen icon Al Pacino, who shot to fame in mafia masterpiece The Godfather, before starring in Serpico, Scarface and Scent of a Woman. (S10, ep 1) [S,AD]
Sunday 21:00 - 22:00
...Directors. A look at the life of the legendary filmmaker, whose films include the Academy Award-winning The Departed, The Wolf of Wall Street and Gangs of New York. (S5, ep 3) [S]
Sunday 22:00 - 23:45
New. During the Great Depression, a union leader and a young woman become criminals to exact revenge on the management of a railroad. (1972)
Sunday 23:45 - 01:45
...Of Those Things. Documentary on the life of jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald, showcasing her impact on civil rights and her lasting legacy. From Emmy-nominated filmmaker Leslie Woodhead. [S]
Mon Nov 25
Monday 01:45 - 03:00
...Ev'rybody. Narrated by the man himself, take a step back in time to the Newport Jazz Festival of 1970 to witness backstage rehearsals and performances. [S]
Monday 03:00 - 04:30
Ray Charles thrills audiences with his unique mix of rock, R&B and soul at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1997. [S]
Monday 04:30 - 05:00
The remarkable story of Ray Charles. Blind from the age of seven, Charles became a pioneer of soul music, with hits like Hit the Road Jack and Georgia on My Mind. (S2, ep 3) [S]
Monday 05:00 - 05:30
They may not have been as big as The Beatles, but they did launch three of rock's greatest guitarists: Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. This is the Yardbirds' story. (S2, ep 13) [S]
Monday 05:30 - 06:00
The story of Run-DMC. Founded in 1981 by Joseph Simmons, Darryl McDaniels and Jason Mizell, the New York trio influenced countless hip-hop acts that followed. (S2, ep 4) [S]
Monday 06:00 - 08:00
...Cabinet of Curiosities. 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]
Monday 08:00 - 08:30
Lakeside Cabin: Bob creates an awe-inspiring summertime landscape, featuring a cabin nestled in a grassy meadow surrounded by trees and bushes. (S10, ep 13) [S,AD]
Monday 08:30 - 09:00
Mountain Stream: In this masterpiece, Bob paints a cool blue waterway that winds effortlessly from a snow-topped mountain in the distance. (S11, ep 1) [S,AD]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
Georgy Porgy: Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
Royal Jelly: Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health? (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
Schartz-Metterklume Method: The arrival of a new governess at the Wellington household has surprising results. With Elspath March. [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
Letter of Credit: A writer arrives in a small town to investigate the circumstances of a bank robbery in which the money was never found. [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning star of Spartacus, Topkapi, Quo Vadis and more. (S13, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell hunt for the country's best landscape artist. The competition begins in Yorkshire, where the contestants paint Fountains Abbey. (1 of 9) [S]
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
Poison: Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare? (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 13:30 - 14:00
The Hitch-Hiker: Rod Taylor stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. When a driver picks up a hitch-hiker in his car, his journey turns into a thrilling ride. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 14:00 - 15:00
The singers reach the end of their journey and take on one final challenge in the series finale: a live performance to a packed auditorium at the London Coliseum. (4 of 4) [S,AD]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
...Year 2024. New. Heather Mills, Kevin McCloud, Martha Kearney: A new group of artists aim to impress with a portrait of three celebrities. (S11, ep 7) [S,AD]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
...Gallery. Kate journeys through the gallery's 200-year history with a look at the Turner bequest, before exploring the impressionist works by Van Gogh, Monet and Seurat. (2 of 2) [S]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome a new group of artists to Viking Bay in Kent, where they are challenged to paint the picturesque stretch of coastline. (S4, ep 2) [S]
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
Genesis and Catastrophe: A Roald Dahl story with a twist. A pregnant lady is worried that she may miscarry for the fourth time. Can her doctor reassure her? (S2, ep 7) [S,AD]
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
Mr Botibol's First Love: Jake Weston stars in this twisted story. A jaded businessman sells his company and attempts to change his life for the better by buying a strange piano. (S2, ep 8) [S,AD]
Monday 19:00 - 20:00
New. To Catch a Butterfly: When a young couple moves into a new neighborhood, they find their lives and marriage threatened by the boy next door. (S1, ep 19) [S]
Monday 20:00 - 21:00
...World. André Rieu: Maastricht by Moonlight: André produces incredible performances of Conquest of Paradise, La Vergine and I Will Survive with a 150-piece male choir. (S5, ep 3) [S]
Monday 21:00 - 22:00
New. The world-renowned cellist and conductor showcases 30 of the best musicians under 30, from cellists and organists to composers and trumpeters. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Monday 22:00 - 23:00
On The Road: Fans all over the world enjoy André's performances of Radetzky March and Ave Maria, as he presents highlights of his recent global tour. (9 of 10) [S]
Monday 23:00 - 01:00
...Albert Hall. The late German composer and big band leader James Last performs Candle in the Wind, Greensleeves and an ABBA medley in this 2007 sell-out gig at London's Royal Albert Hall. [S]
Tue Nov 26
Tuesday 01:00 - 02:00
...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 02:00 - 03:00
...The Next Generation. New. Blacksmithing: Juniors Bran, Brad and Georgia are joined by blacksmithing expert Ian Thackray, while Bill visits Shropshire's Ironbridge. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 03:00 - 04:45
...The Notes. Journey behind the scenes of Blue Note Records, a pioneering label that gave voice to some of the finest jazz artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Strong language. [S]
Tuesday 04:45 - 06:00
Biddulph Grange: Follow the tunnels and paths that lead around this beautiful garden which is inspired by countries around the world. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Tuesday 06:00 - 08:05
Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, performed in 2019 by the Ural Opera Ballet and choreographed by Vyacheslav Samodurov. [S]
Tuesday 08:05 - 08:35
Country Cabin: Bob paints an old weathered dwelling, buried deep in the snow and surrounded by protective evergreens. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:35 - 09:05
Daisy Delight: In this dark, gloomy masterpiece, Bob paints a majestic stand of evergreen trees overlooking flowers growing on a sloping mound. (S11, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:05 - 09:30
Poison: Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare? (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
The Hitch-Hiker: Rod Taylor stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. When a driver picks up a hitch-hiker in his car, his journey turns into a thrilling ride. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
Escape to Sonoita: Two kidnappers come upon a tanker in the middle of the desert and decide to make their escape in it. With Burt Reynolds and James Bell. [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
Hooked: A man schemes with a young woman to get rid of his wealthy wife. [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
A glimpse into the life and six-decade long career of Sir Ian McKellen, star of Richard III and X-Men, who has won many awards for his vast work in film. (S13, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome a new group of artists to Viking Bay in Kent, where they are challenged to paint the picturesque stretch of coastline. (S4, ep 2) [S]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
Genesis and Catastrophe: A Roald Dahl story with a twist. A pregnant lady is worried that she may miscarry for the fourth time. Can her doctor reassure her? (S2, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
Mr Botibol's First Love: Jake Weston stars in this twisted story. A jaded businessman sells his company and attempts to change his life for the better by buying a strange piano. (S2, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
...Costs. Fascinating film exploring all sides of the Academy Award-winning Hollywood star, while dissecting 50 years of American history and its effect on the cinema industry. [S,AD]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
Ed Harris: A look at the life and career of the Hollywood superstar, whose notable works include acclaimed performances in Apollo 13, The Truman Show and The Hours. (S13, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
In Normandy: David Hockney: The celebrated artist discusses his life and work with Melvyn Bragg in his Normandy studio, revealing his influences, inspirations and plans to keep on painting. [S]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome a new group of artists to Scotland's Loch Fyne, where they attempt to capture the stunning landscape on canvas. ( S4, ep 3) [S]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
The Umbrella Man: John Mills stars in this story with a twist. A con man arrives in town and starts his scam. Michael Gambon guest stars. (S2, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
The Flypaper: Lorna Charles and Alfred Burke star in this twisted tale. With a 12 year-old found dead and a killer perhaps on the loose, a young girl becomes paranoid. (S2, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tuesday 19:00 - 20:00
New. The Paragon: A man attempts to stop his insensitive wife from alienating their family and friends. (S1, ep 20) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00
...The Next Generation. New. Blacksmithing: Juniors Bran, Brad and Georgia are joined by blacksmithing expert Ian Thackray, while Bill visits Shropshire's Ironbridge. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 21:00 - 23:00
Film lifting the lid on the fascinating last decade of Andy Warhol's life and the legacy he left for future artists, through never-before-seen footage and interviews with insiders. [S,AD]
Tuesday 23:00 - 00:15
In a time of conservatism and racism during the Reagan years, New York artist Jean-Michel Basquiat flourished with brush in hand. Chart his life and work with this documentary. [S]
Wed Nov 27
Wednesday 00:15 - 01:30
New. Provocative contemporary artist Ai Weiwei is eager to disturb and expose with his work. Hear his story from friends and collaborators. With strong language and distressing scenes. [S]
Wednesday 01:30 - 03:30
...& George. 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 03:30 - 04:45
Documentary featuring art critic Waldemar Januszczak, as he argues that beauty is still to be found in modern art, despite several recent books claiming the contrary. [S]
Wednesday 04:45 - 06:00
Hidcote Manor: Explore the stunning Cotswolds garden created by American horticulturist Lawrence Johnston. It is arranged as a series of outdoor rooms. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00
Themes of revenge, forgiveness and religion intertwine for this stunning production. [S]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
Hidden Stream: Bob creates a stunning riverside scene, with towering trees overlooking a seemingly idyllic spot for wild swimming. (S11, ep 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
Towering Glacier: In this masterpiece, Bob paints an immense ice-topped mountain looming over lush grassland and a stunning waterfall. (S11, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
Genesis and Catastrophe: A Roald Dahl story with a twist. A pregnant lady is worried that she may miscarry for the fourth time. Can her doctor reassure her? (S2, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
Mr Botibol's First Love: Jake Weston stars in this twisted story. A jaded businessman sells his company and attempts to change his life for the better by buying a strange piano. (S2, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Pen Pal: An escaped convict visits a spinster and her niece seeking his pen pal. [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
The Baby Blue Expression: A woman and her lover plot her husband's demise but their plans go awry because of her ineptitude. [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
Ed Harris: A look at the life and career of the Hollywood superstar, whose notable works include acclaimed performances in Apollo 13, The Truman Show and The Hours. (S13, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome a new group of artists to Scotland's Loch Fyne, where they attempt to capture the stunning landscape on canvas. ( S4, ep 3) [S]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
The Umbrella Man: John Mills stars in this story with a twist. A con man arrives in town and starts his scam. Michael Gambon guest stars. (S2, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
The Flypaper: Lorna Charles and Alfred Burke star in this twisted tale. With a 12 year-old found dead and a killer perhaps on the loose, a young girl becomes paranoid. (S2, ep 10) [S,AD]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
A look at Ptolemy Dean's Weston Tower, which lies within Westminster Abbey. What went into designing the most significant addition to this historic site in 240 years? (S1, ep 5) [S]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
Gary Oldman: A look at the versatile and fruitful career of the superstar, which includes an Academy Award-winning performance as Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour. (S13, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
New. The world-renowned cellist and conductor showcases 30 of the best musicians under 30, from cellists and organists to composers and trumpeters. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
In this fourth heat Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome eight artists to the Georgian water gardens of Studley Royal Park in North Yorkshire. (S4, ep 4) [S]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
The Orderly World of Mr Appleby: Robert Lang stars in this tale with a twist. A man married three times might be lucky for the fourth time when he meets a new interest. (S2, ep 11) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
Fat Chance: A pharmacist tries to elope with his lover, but his larger than life wife stands in his way. John Castle and Miriam Margolyes star in this tale with a twist. (S2, ep 12) [S,AD]
Wednesday 19:00 - 20:00
...The Next Generation. New. Blacksmithing: Juniors Bran, Brad and Georgia are joined by blacksmithing expert Ian Thackray, while Bill visits Shropshire's Ironbridge. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
...Year 2024. New. Rebecca Taylor, Emma Thynn, Dr Karan Rajan: A new group of artists aim to impress with a portrait of three well-known celebrities. (S11, ep 8)
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:15
New. Explore the life and story of Federico Fellini, one of the most decorated directors in the history of cinema, with an intimate look at his works and values through archival footage.
Wednesday 22:15 - 22:45
Melencolia I, by Albrecht Durer: Created in 1514 and widely regarded as the greatest print ever made, Durer's Melencolia has defied all attempts to understand it. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 22:45 - 23:15
Fountain by Marcel Duchamp: Voted the most influential artwork of the 20th century, Marcel Duchamp's upturned urinal changed the course of art - creating 'conceptual art'. (S3, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 23:15 - 00:15
Kenny Loggins: The man known as "The King of the Movie Soundtrack" discusses the art of songwriting and performs some of hits, including Footloose and What a Fool Believes. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Thu Nov 28
Thursday 00:15 - 02:15
...Live in Dublin 2014. Filmed at a sold-out Olympia Theatre in Dublin on 15 July 2014, American rock and soul duo Hall & Oates perform hits such as Private Eyes and Kiss on My List. [S]
Thursday 02:15 - 04:00
Playing out of a small Italian town, a thousand local musicians gather to celebrate the American rock band Foo Fighters by playing one of their songs in unison. [S]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
The Cold War Begins 1945-1960: The captivating full story of the relations between the United States and the Soviet Union as they fought together as allies amid rife tension. (1 of 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
...Road Trip: Pope & Swift. Frank and Denise meet Ian Hislop to discover how Pope and Swift created satire that still influences writers today, before exploring Pope's grotto. (1 of 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 06:00 - 08:00
In this special episode, relive the entirety of Andrea Bocelli's life-affirming exploration of his homeland Italy and the moments, songs and relationships that bring us together. [S]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
Oval Barn: Bob uses all of his skill and experience to create a comforting winter scene, complete with a homely barn and fluffy bushes. (S11, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
New. Lakeside Path: Misty background evergreens and a cheerful blue sky give Bob the ideal setting in this stunning masterpiece. (S11, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:00 - 09:30
The Umbrella Man: John Mills stars in this story with a twist. A con man arrives in town and starts his scam. Michael Gambon guest stars. (S2, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
The Flypaper: Lorna Charles and Alfred Burke star in this twisted tale. With a 12 year-old found dead and a killer perhaps on the loose, a young girl becomes paranoid. (S2, ep 10) [S,AD]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
Man Who Found Money: A man makes a serious mistake when he tries to do the right thing. With RG Armstrong and Rod Cameron. [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
Make My Death Bed: A woman plots her husband's death when she discovers he has been unfaithful. With Diana Van Der Vlis and Joe Flynn. [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
Gary Oldman: A look at the versatile and fruitful career of the superstar, which includes an Academy Award-winning performance as Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour. (S13, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
In this fourth heat Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome eight artists to the Georgian water gardens of Studley Royal Park in North Yorkshire. (S4, ep 4) [S]
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
The Orderly World of Mr Appleby: Robert Lang stars in this tale with a twist. A man married three times might be lucky for the fourth time when he meets a new interest. (S2, ep 11) [S,AD]
Thursday 13:30 - 14:00
Fat Chance: A pharmacist tries to elope with his lover, but his larger than life wife stands in his way. John Castle and Miriam Margolyes star in this tale with a twist. (S2, ep 12) [S,AD]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
Documentary film exploring the life and character of the elusive Hollywood star, who rose to fame for his work on Saturday Night Live, Chicago and the classic Groundhog Day. [S]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
Bruce Willis: A glimpse into the life and career of the Die Hard star, whose other notable film works include Pulp Fiction, The Sixth Sense and Unbreakable. (S13, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
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]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome eight artists to Broadstairs beach, where they have just four hours to create an artwork that will impress the judges. (5 of 9) [S]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
Back For Christmas: A philandering physician with an obsession for orchids cultivates a deadly plot to see off his wife. Siân Phillips and Richard Johnson star. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
Picture Of A Place: Hazel is an elderly widow who lives in a farmhouse full of antiques. When a conman arrives he dupes her into selling him a picture at a knock-down price. (S3, ep 2) [S,AD]
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
...Year 2024. New. Rebecca Taylor, Emma Thynn, Dr Karan Rajan: A new group of artists aim to impress with a portrait of three well-known celebrities. (S11, ep 8)
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
...Of Ran. Movie critic Ian Nathan examines the qualities that made this 1985 epic action drama, directed and co-written by Akira Kurosawa, an enduring classic. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Thursday 21:00 - 22:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-nominated star of the silver screen, known for his roles in The Notebook, La La Land, Drive, First Man and Barbie. (S16, ep 4) [S]
Thursday 22:00 - 23:00
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]
Thursday 23:00 - 00:30
...The Pioneer Years. Learn more about the boom in British cinema as new, pioneering techniques saw productivity skyrocket and creativity flourish within the industry. [S]