Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
Island Rest, Hampshire: A look at the work of RIBA award-winning Swedish architect Magnus Strom and his unique new take on Mid-century Modern. (S2, ep 6) [S]
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Thu May 15
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actor, known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps and as Mr Chipping in Goodbye, Mr Chips. (S12, ep 10) [S]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Emma Bunton: The semi-final stage arrives as the contestants create portraits of Spice Girls icon Emma Bunton. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
Parson's Pleasure: Cyril Boggis makes a profitable living as a rogue antiques dealer. But when he buys Farmer Rummins' valuable furniture, his luck may be about to run out. (S3, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
The Stinker: When millionaire Jack runs into Harold, a boy he bullied at school, he gives him a job. But Harold soon suspects his wife of having an affair with his new boss. (S3, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 19:00 - 19:30
Banquo's Chair: A Scotland Yard inspector arranges a unique ruse to capture a killer. With Kenneth Haigh. (S4, ep 29) [S]
Thursday 19:30 - 20:00
A Night with the Boys: Fearing his pregnant wife's displeasure, a man fakes being mugged to cover poker losses. (S4, ep 30) [S]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
New. Classic Movies - The Dam Busters: The Dam Busters begins in 1942, where a bespectacled man plays marbles with his children under a silver sky. (S3, ep 3) [S]
Thursday 21:00 - 22:45
A banker ends up in Birmingham to save a failing eatery, but bonds with the owner to co-found a glamorous new burger bar. [S]
Thursday 22:45 - 00:40
Beautiful, talented, sombre and enigmatic, a troubled genius with a proclivity for solitude, Greta Garbo is still considered one of the greatest Hollywood actresses of all time. [S]
Fri May 16
Today 00:40 - 01:40
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose films include Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma & Louise, Gladiator and Hannibal. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Today 01:40 - 03:40
An insightful film documenting the life of actor and martial artist Bruce Lee, with insight from his family shedding light on who he really was. Pete McCormack (Facing Ali) directs. [S,AD]
Today 03:40 - 04:00
Gary James McQueen: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]
Today 04:00 - 05:00
Elizabeth Day and Andi Oliver welcome Caleb Azumah Nelson to the Sky Arts Book Club, where the Costa First Novel Award-winning author discusses Open Water. [S]
Today 05:00 - 06:00
Island Rest, Hampshire: A look at the work of RIBA award-winning Swedish architect Magnus Strom and his unique new take on Mid-century Modern. (S2, ep 6) [S]
Today 06:00 - 06:30
A look at Ravi Shankar's influence and how the 60s love affair with the sitar gave way to glam rock, punk and more. (S7, ep 10) [S]
Today 06:30 - 08:00
Prepare to be serenaded, as the charming and charismatic Dutch violinist performs a collection of some of the world's most romantic melodies. [S]
Today 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]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
Lakeside Path: Misty background evergreens and a cheerful blue sky give Bob the ideal setting in this stunning masterpiece. (S11, ep 7) [S,AD]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
Vengeance Is Mine Inc: Mrs Wilbur gets more than she bargained for when she calls upon the services of Tom and George, two actors from New York who are hell bent on revenge. (S3, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
A Girl Can't Always Have Everything: Struggling actresses Suzy and Pat meet Herbert, a wealthy widower. Seductive Suzy enjoys his money, but things soon don't look so rosy. (S3, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
Banquo's Chair: A Scotland Yard inspector arranges a unique ruse to capture a killer. With Kenneth Haigh. (S4, ep 29) [S]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
A Night with the Boys: Fearing his pregnant wife's displeasure, a man fakes being mugged to cover poker losses. (S4, ep 30) [S]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
Island Rest, Hampshire: A look at the work of RIBA award-winning Swedish architect Magnus Strom and his unique new take on Mid-century Modern. (S2, ep 6) [S]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
Emma Bunton: The semi-final stage arrives as the contestants create portraits of Spice Girls icon Emma Bunton. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Today 13:00 - 13:30
Parson's Pleasure: Cyril Boggis makes a profitable living as a rogue antiques dealer. But when he buys Farmer Rummins' valuable furniture, his luck may be about to run out. (S3, ep 6) [S,AD]
Today 13:30 - 14:00
The Stinker: When millionaire Jack runs into Harold, a boy he bullied at school, he gives him a job. But Harold soon suspects his wife of having an affair with his new boss. (S3, ep 7) [S,AD]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
Follow Finlay Macdonald, musical director of the National Piping Centre, plus a number of Scotland's leading pipers at Piping Live - the celebratory international festival. (1 of 3) [S,AD]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
Holy Trinity Church, Paris: A look at the spectacular building, crafted by architect Jean-Michael Wilmotte and estimated to have cost 100 million euros. (S2, ep 7) [S]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor and star of classic films including A Tale of Two Cities and Lost Horizon. (S12, ep 11) [S]
Today 17:00 - 18:00
Joan Bakewell: After making it through to the semi-final, the final three artists are tasked with painting Portrait's very own Dame Joan Bakewell. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Today 18:00 - 18:30
I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 18:30 - 19:00
The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]
Today 19:00 - 19:30
Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31) [S]
Today 19:30 - 20:00
Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32) [S]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
The Number Of The Beast: Iron Maiden, who were reviled by some critics for their supposed Satanist leanings, reveal how they created one of the best albums of the 80s. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 21:00 - 23:30
Recorded coverage of legendary Australian band AC/DC's third headlining show at the "Monsters of Rock" festival in Castle Donington, UK. [S]
Today 23:30 - 00:45
Documentary telling the story of the Young brothers, who built legendary Australian rock band AC/DC. Features never-before-seen footage and interviews with those who knew them best. [S,AD]
Sat May 17
Tomorrow 00:45 - 02:00
English rock band Motorhead perform a blistering set at the 2011 Wacken open-air heavy metal music festival in northern Germany. This programme contains flashing images. [S]
Tomorrow 02:00 - 02:25
A look at the explosion of British heavy metal music and the headbanging era that gave rise to bands like Judas Priest, Saxon and Iron Maiden. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Tomorrow 02:25 - 02:50
Dive deeper into US heavy metal and the hooks and melodic choruses that give it its distinctive sound. Featuring a look at Motley Crue, Poison and Ratt. (S4, ep 8) [S]
Tomorrow 02:50 - 04:05
Live from the Artists Den. In front of an audience of just 400 guests, Vampire Weekend perform in their home city. Recorded in 2013. [S]
Tomorrow 04:05 - 05:05
Brett Anderson, Charles Hazlewood and Paraorchestra are joined by special guests Nadine Shah, Adrian Utley and Seb Rochford to perform a set of nine songs about loss and transcendence. [S]
Tomorrow 05:05 - 06:00
Holy Trinity Church, Paris: A look at the spectacular building, crafted by architect Jean-Michael Wilmotte and estimated to have cost 100 million euros. (S2, ep 7) [S]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:25
To mark the 50th anniversary of Rudolf Nureyev's iconic version of Tchaikovsky's ballet, this 2014 Vienna State Opera production revives the show with new sets, costumes and more. [S]
Tomorrow 08:25 - 09:00
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]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
Proof Of Guilt: George is denying murder, even though he was in a locked room with the victim when he was shot. Inspector Walters just can't find any evidence against him. (S3, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
Vengeance Is Mine Inc: Mrs Wilbur gets more than she bargained for when she calls upon the services of Tom and George, two actors from New York who are hell bent on revenge. (S3, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
The Dark Pool: After an adopted son drowns, a strange woman claims to be the boy's birth mother and proceeds to blackmail the adoptive mother. (S1, ep 28) [S]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
Dear Uncle George: A syndicated advice columnist receives a letter from an old busybody which leads the journalist to irrationality - and ultimately murder. (S1, ep 29) [S]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 14:00
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 14:00 - 15:00
New. Classic Movies - The Dam Busters: The Dam Busters begins in 1942, where a bespectacled man plays marbles with his children under a silver sky. (S3, ep 3) [S]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:40
A banker ends up in Birmingham to save a failing eatery, but bonds with the owner to co-found a glamorous new burger bar. [S]
Tomorrow 16:40 - 19:00
An aspiring painter meets the woman of his dreams while living as an expatriate in Paris. A film of the stage musical, shot live in 2018. [S]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 21:00
Jeff Beck played five night at Ronnie Scott's Club in Soho, London along with some special guests. This is a record of those nights. [S]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 23:00
Documentary on the life and musical evolution of Jeff Beck, one of most innovative guitarists in history. Includes interviews with Jimmy Page, Slash and more icons. [S]
Tomorrow 23:00 - 01:00
Live At The Checkerboard Lounge. Filmed in 1981, The Rolling Stones join Muddy Waters to perform classic hits, including Mannish Boy and Baby Please Don't Go. [S]
Sun May 18
Sunday 01:00 - 02:00
The Rolling Stones perform at London's legendary Marquee club in March 1971, showcasing tracks from their then-upcoming album Sticky Fingers. [S]
Sunday 02:00 - 04:10
This pioneering rock music documentary combines US TV footage, television appearances, production crew and fan-shot footage of rock legends The Who. [S]
Sunday 04:10 - 04:40
A fascinating look at The Mamas and The Papas, the American folk rock group whose easygoing vocal harmonies provided the soundtrack to the late 60s. (S5, ep 12) [S]
Sunday 04:40 - 05:05
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]
Sunday 05:05 - 05:35
Music journalists examine the life and music of Stevie Wonder, the iconic figure whose hits include You Are the Sunshine of My Life and Superstition. (S5, ep 14) [S]
Sunday 05:35 - 06:00
The Chicago Blues sound replaced acoustic instruments with amplified versions, birthing a movement that stars such as Bo Diddley and Muddy Waters embraced. (S4, ep 15) [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 08:25
Grammy Award winner Carrie Underwood and True Blood's Stephen Moyer star in the stage version of the iconic musical, from the Academy Award-winning producers of Smash and Chicago. [S]
Sunday 08:25 - 09:00
A Girl Can't Always Have Everything: Struggling actresses Suzy and Pat meet Herbert, a wealthy widower. Seductive Suzy enjoys his money, but things soon don't look so rosy. (S3, ep 5) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:00 - 09:30
Parson's Pleasure: Cyril Boggis makes a profitable living as a rogue antiques dealer. But when he buys Farmer Rummins' valuable furniture, his luck may be about to run out. (S3, ep 6) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:30 - 10:00
The Stinker: When millionaire Jack runs into Harold, a boy he bullied at school, he gives him a job. But Harold soon suspects his wife of having an affair with his new boss. (S3, ep 7) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00
Run for Doom: A young doctor continues to date a beautiful showgirl in spite of warnings that her three previous marriages ended badly for her past husbands. (S1, ep 30) [S]
Sunday 12:00 - 13:00
Death of a Cop: A remorseful detective vows to find the men who murdered his son, who followed in his footsteps and also became a cop. (S1, ep 31) [S]
Sunday 13:00 - 14:55
Beautiful, talented, sombre and enigmatic, a troubled genius with a proclivity for solitude, Greta Garbo is still considered one of the greatest Hollywood actresses of all time. [S]
Sunday 14:55 - 17:25
In 2003, Jethro Tull visited the Montreux Festival. Split into a semi-acoustic first half and an electric second half, watch their extraordinary concert here. [S]
Sunday 17:25 - 18:55
Ray Charles thrills audiences with his unique mix of rock, R&B and soul at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1997. [S]
Sunday 18:55 - 21:00
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]
Sunday 21:00 - 22:00
New. Classic Movies - The Dam Busters: The Dam Busters begins in 1942, where a bespectacled man plays marbles with his children under a silver sky. (S3, ep 3) [S]
Sunday 22:00 - 23:00
Case of the Middle Aged Wife: Deeply unhappy with her husband's behaviour at work, Maria Packington approaches the young typist he's taken an interest in. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Sunday 23:00 - 01:40
Wed in secret, Desdemona and Othello crave a new life together. But as unseen forces conspire against them, they find their future is not theirs to decide. [S]
Mon May 19
Monday 01:40 - 02:55
The story of how, 400 years ago, two actors and friends of William Shakespeare took on the task of saving his work for posterity in one book, the First Folio. [S]
Monday 02:55 - 04:10
Defiance: Take a trip back to the 1970s, a game-changing decade which brought new sounds and icons like Nancy Wilson and Joan Jett, plus rockers such as Debbie Harry. (2 of 4) [S,AD]
Monday 04:10 - 05:10
Mike Scott / The Waterboys: The Waterboys' frontman talks songwriting and his life in music, and performs a selection of the band's tracks including The Whole of the Moon. (S4, ep 2) [S]
Monday 05:10 - 05:35
Music journalists examine the life and music of Roy Orbison, the rock'n'roll hall of fame legend behind hits Oh, Pretty Woman, Only the Lonely and Crying. (S5, ep 15) [S]
Monday 05:35 - 06:00
Music journalists examine the life and music of Elvis Costello, who exploded on to the late 70s new wave scene with raw energy and ingenious songwriting. (S5, ep 17) [S]
Monday 06:00 - 07:50
Dangerous Games. Choreographed by Michael Flatley, 40 of the world's most talented performers combine the best of traditional and contemporary music and dance. [S]
Monday 07:50 - 08:25
New. Sunset Oval: Bob uses a golden selection of colours in this gorgeous mountain scene, all inside a unique oval shape on canvas. (S11, ep 8) [S,AD]
Monday 08:25 - 09:00
Winter Barn: In this masterpiece, Bob conjures up magic as he paint a soft sky and a homely cabin nestled in a snow-blanketed meadow. (S11, ep 9) [S,AD]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
Parson's Pleasure: Cyril Boggis makes a profitable living as a rogue antiques dealer. But when he buys Farmer Rummins' valuable furniture, his luck may be about to run out. (S3, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
The Stinker: When millionaire Jack runs into Harold, a boy he bullied at school, he gives him a job. But Harold soon suspects his wife of having an affair with his new boss. (S3, ep 7) [S,AD]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31) [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32) [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
Holy Trinity Church, Paris: A look at the spectacular building, crafted by architect Jean-Michael Wilmotte and estimated to have cost 100 million euros. (S2, ep 7) [S]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
Joan Bakewell: After making it through to the semi-final, the final three artists are tasked with painting Portrait's very own Dame Joan Bakewell. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8) [S,AD]
Monday 13:30 - 14:00
The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]
Monday 14:00 - 14:30
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]
Monday 14:30 - 15:00
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]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
Southern Cross Station, Melbourne, Australia: A look at the railway station designed by veteran architect Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, who also designed Waterloo International. (S2, ep 8) [S]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
A glimpse into the life and career of Academy Award-nominated actor Harvey Keitel, who has featured in Thelma & Louise, Reservoir Dogs and Bugsy. (S12, ep 12) [S]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
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) [S,AD]
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
Would You Believe It: Two archaeologists working in Jordan get more than they bargain for when they decide to smuggle the statue of a mysterious woman over the border to Israel. (S4, ep 1) [S]
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
Vicious Circle: When an elderly lady catches a burglar trying to rob her, she decides to help him go straight. But she has to take a different approach when he refuses to change. (S4, ep 2) [S]
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
The Dusty Drawer: A man seeks revenge on a bank clerk who once stole some money from him. (S4, ep 33) [S]
Monday 19:30 - 20:00
A True Account: A woman consults an attorney about her husband, whom she believes is a murderer. (S4, ep 34) [S]
Monday 20:00 - 21:15
King of the Waltz Andre Rieu performs some of time's greatest love songs in the picturesque settings of Mallorca, Tuscany and the Dordogne. [S]
Monday 21:15 - 23:15
The violin sensation leads a spectacular musical tour of the German town, giving sensational performances from a romantic ruined castle and a boat on the river Neckar. [S]
Monday 23:15 - 01:30
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 May 20
Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00
A look back at the career of British Soprano singer Lesley Garrett as Melvyn Bragg reflects on more unforgettable episodes of The South Bank Show. (S7, ep 3) [S]
Tuesday 02:00 - 03:00
New. 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 03:00 - 04:00
Elizabeth Day and Andi Oliver welcome Caleb Azumah Nelson to the Sky Arts Book Club, where the Costa First Novel Award-winning author discusses Open Water. [S]
Tuesday 04:00 - 05:00
Dance: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (1 of 3) [S]
Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00
Southern Cross Station, Melbourne, Australia: A look at the railway station designed by veteran architect Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, who also designed Waterloo International. (S2, ep 8) [S]
Tuesday 06:00 - 07:45
Combining grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, this touring show is inspired by the people, places, and stories that define Mexico. [S]
Tuesday 07:45 - 08:20
Sunset Over the Waves: Bob paints dramatic, crashing waves with golden, pink and mauve tones as he creates an awe-inspiring seascape on canvas. (S11, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:20 - 08:55
Golden Glow: Bob perfectly demonstrates how to make a snow scene glow as he paints a glistening pond in the dead of winter. (S11, ep 11) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:55 - 09:30
I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
The Dusty Drawer: A man seeks revenge on a bank clerk who once stole some money from him. (S4, ep 33) [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
A True Account: A woman consults an attorney about her husband, whom she believes is a murderer. (S4, ep 34) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
Southern Cross Station, Melbourne, Australia: A look at the railway station designed by veteran architect Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, who also designed Waterloo International. (S2, ep 8) [S]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
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) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
Would You Believe It: Two archaeologists working in Jordan get more than they bargain for when they decide to smuggle the statue of a mysterious woman over the border to Israel. (S4, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
Vicious Circle: When an elderly lady catches a burglar trying to rob her, she decides to help him go straight. But she has to take a different approach when he refuses to change. (S4, ep 2) [S]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
The Great Escape: The Sack of Rome in 1527 forced many Italian artists to flee abroad, taking the revolutionary art movement with them. (3 of 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
Paris Law Courts: Marvel at the Palais de Justice by Italian architect Renzo Piano, a Pritzker Prize winner noted for buildings such as the New York Times headquarters. (S2, ep 9) [S]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of the the Academy Award-winning actor whose glittering portfolio includes Norma Rae, Places in the Heart, Mrs Doubtfire and Forrest Gump. (S12, ep 13) [S]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
Best of: Look back on the best moments from the tenth season of Portrait Artist of the Year. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
The Boy Who Talked With Animals: When David rescues a giant turtle, it looks as though he's found a new friend. But there could be more to his pet than meets the eye. (S4, ep 3) [S]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
Best of Everything: Desperate to win the affections of his boss's daughter, Arthur accepts the help of his friend Charlie. But is he ready to count the true cost of love? (S4, ep 4) [S]
Tuesday 19:00 - 21:00
Beautiful, talented, sombre and enigmatic, a troubled genius with a proclivity for solitude, Greta Garbo is still considered one of the greatest Hollywood actresses of all time. [S]
Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00
New. 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 22:00 - 00:10
New. This intimate documentary reveals the story of a fierce rock 'n' roller, actress, muse and mother who rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s. [S]
Wed May 21
Wednesday 00:10 - 01:25
The hugely influential Edward Hopper has had a profound impact on American art - but who is the man behind the paintings? This film takes a dive into the artist's life and career. [S,AD]
Wednesday 01:25 - 02:55
A Celebration: David Hockney: An intimate portrait of David Hockney, featuring interviews with the beloved British artist in London and Normandy, and new footage of a master at work. [S]
Wednesday 02:55 - 03:55
A look at the life and work of Dame Barbara Hepworth, a pivotal figure in the British art world, with insight from experts and artists her work has influenced. [S]
Wednesday 03:55 - 04:55
Drama: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (2 of 3) [S]
Wednesday 04:55 - 05:05
Royal Society of Literature: A Sky Arts bursary enabled the Royal Society of Literature to create the Sky Arts RSL Writers Awards, offering support to emerging writers of colour. [S]
Wednesday 05:05 - 06:00
Paris Law Courts: Marvel at the Palais de Justice by Italian architect Renzo Piano, a Pritzker Prize winner noted for buildings such as the New York Times headquarters. (S2, ep 9) [S]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00
Experience the unforgettable spectacle as Jonas Kaufmann graces the stage once again, performing opera masterpieces at the iconic Arena di Verona. [S]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
Roadside Barn: In this masterpiece, Bob follows an old dirt road up to a quaint country barn nestled in nature's greenery. (S11, ep 12) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
Happy Accident: Bob creates an immensely satisfying scene on canvas, featuring fluffy trees surrounding the banks of a rushing river. (S11, ep 13) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
Would You Believe It: Two archaeologists working in Jordan get more than they bargain for when they decide to smuggle the statue of a mysterious woman over the border to Israel. (S4, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
Vicious Circle: When an elderly lady catches a burglar trying to rob her, she decides to help him go straight. But she has to take a different approach when he refuses to change. (S4, ep 2) [S]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Touché: A husband arranges for a young man to kill his wife's latest lover in a duel. (S4, ep 35) [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
Invitation to an Accident: When a cheating wife is in an accident, her jealous husband is confronted about his possible involvement with the incident. (S4, ep 36) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
Paris Law Courts: Marvel at the Palais de Justice by Italian architect Renzo Piano, a Pritzker Prize winner noted for buildings such as the New York Times headquarters. (S2, ep 9) [S]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
Best of: Look back on the best moments from the tenth season of Portrait Artist of the Year. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
The Boy Who Talked With Animals: When David rescues a giant turtle, it looks as though he's found a new friend. But there could be more to his pet than meets the eye. (S4, ep 3) [S]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
Best of Everything: Desperate to win the affections of his boss's daughter, Arthur accepts the help of his friend Charlie. But is he ready to count the true cost of love? (S4, ep 4) [S]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (2 of 3) [S]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
Expo 2020: For the last episode in the series, head to Dubai where 190 pavilions take us back to the future, not only in their contents but in their cutting-edge design. (S2, ep 10) [S]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
A glimpse into the life and career of the Academy Award-winning Hollywood star, known for his excellent work in films such as Forrest Gump and The Green Mile. (S13, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Dunnottar Castle: Stephen Mangan heads to spectacular Dunnottar Castle in Aberdeenshire, where eight artists are competing for a spot in the semi-final. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
Woman's Help: Henpecked Arthur decides to get rid of his demanding wife once and for all, so long as he gets her money. Unfortunately, his wife has a few secrets of her own... (S4, ep 5) [S]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
Shatterproof: Ellen is trapped in a loveless marriage with her wealthy husband. But her plan to kill him backfires when the hitman she hires becomes friendly with the target. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
Arthur: A chicken farmer murders his gold-digging girlfriend but the police can't convict him without the body. [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
The Crystal Trench: The loyal widow of a man killed in a mountain-climbing accident recovers his body 20 years later. [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30
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]
Wednesday 20:30 - 22:00
Imelda May explores the legacy of Susan and Elizabeth Yeats, two sisters who played a significant role in the revival of Irish literature in the 1920s. [S,AD]
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00
New. Anita Rani explores the Brontë sisters and their enduring influence, tracking the impact Anne, Charlotte and Emily have had on millions of readers. [S]
Wednesday 23:00 - 00:00
Legendary film director Alfred Hitchcock pays tribute to documentary pioneer, John Grierson, exploring what made his work so extraordinary and influential. [S]
Thu May 22
Thursday 00:00 - 01:00
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 01:00 - 02:30
Leading British film critics Ian Nathan, Derek Malcolm and Stephen Armstrong review their greatest Western films. [S]
Thursday 02:30 - 04:00
Documentary exploring the life of the late Harper Lee, shedding light on the context and history of her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. [S]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
Musical Theatre: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (3 of 3) [S]
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
Expo 2020: For the last episode in the series, head to Dubai where 190 pavilions take us back to the future, not only in their contents but in their cutting-edge design. (S2, ep 10) [S]
Thursday 06:00 - 08:00
The violin sensation leads a spectacular musical tour of the German town, giving sensational performances from a romantic ruined castle and a boat on the river Neckar. [S]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
Golden Knoll: Bob conjures up a beautiful scene featuring delicate, leafless trees and a grassy meadow cuddling a sweet cottage. (S12, ep 1) [S]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
Mountain Reflections: Using his inimitable brushstrokes on canvas, Bob takes a trip to a beautiful lake hideaway nestled below a towering mountain. (S12, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 09:00 - 09:30
The Boy Who Talked With Animals: When David rescues a giant turtle, it looks as though he's found a new friend. But there could be more to his pet than meets the eye. (S4, ep 3) [S]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
Best of Everything: Desperate to win the affections of his boss's daughter, Arthur accepts the help of his friend Charlie. But is he ready to count the true cost of love? (S4, ep 4) [S]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
Arthur: A chicken farmer murders his gold-digging girlfriend but the police can't convict him without the body. [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
The Crystal Trench: The loyal widow of a man killed in a mountain-climbing accident recovers his body 20 years later. [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
Expo 2020: For the last episode in the series, head to Dubai where 190 pavilions take us back to the future, not only in their contents but in their cutting-edge design. (S2, ep 10) [S]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
Dunnottar Castle: Stephen Mangan heads to spectacular Dunnottar Castle in Aberdeenshire, where eight artists are competing for a spot in the semi-final. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
Woman's Help: Henpecked Arthur decides to get rid of his demanding wife once and for all, so long as he gets her money. Unfortunately, his wife has a few secrets of her own... (S4, ep 5) [S]
Thursday 13:30 - 14:00
Shatterproof: Ellen is trapped in a loveless marriage with her wealthy husband. But her plan to kill him backfires when the hitman she hires becomes friendly with the target. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
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]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
A walk through some of the most remarkable museums ever, including Spain's Museum of Arts and Sciences and the Swiss Museum designed by Renzo Piano. [S]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
Denzel Washington: A look at the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning star of Glory, Training Day, Malcolm X and many more acclaimed films. (S13, ep 2) [S,AD]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Liverpool Docks: In the second heat, eight artists and 50 wildcards are taking on Liverpool's historic docks. The winner will go through to the semi-final. (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]
Thursday 19:00 - 19:30
Appointment at Eleven: An angry young man accurately predicts an impending death. With Amy Douglass and Norma Crane. [S]
Thursday 19:30 - 20:00
Coyote Moon: A professor traveling across the country outwits three larcenous hitchhikers. Macdonald Carey stars. [S]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
New. Classic Movies - Scott of the Antarctic: From Charles Frend, the 1948 drama tells the tale of Robert Falcon Scott's failed attempt to reach the South Pole. (S3, ep 4) [S]
Thursday 21:00 - 23:20
A crooked lawyer persuades his brother-in-law to feign a serious injury in order to collect a big insurance payout. (1966) [S]
Thursday 23:20 - 00:20
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]
Fri May 23
Friday 00:20 - 02:20
Feature documentary reflecting on Peter O'Toole's towering theatrical legacy. Includes interviews with Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Derek Jacobi and Stephen Fry. [S]