Today 01:05 - 03:00
Candid documentary film on the extraordinary life of Blues legend BB King, featuring Ronnie Wood, Morgan Freeman, Bill Wyman and more. [S]
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36: Sky Arts
Tue Apr 23
Today 03:00 - 04:00
Lenny Henry talks to a host of musical stars as he sets out to discover why the UK has struggled to produce a successful black blues singer of international fame. (1 of 3) [S,AD]
Today 04:00 - 05:00
...South Bank Show. Melvyn Bragg talks to writer Bernardine Evaristo, the first black woman to win the Booker Prize, about her life, her work and her determination to succeed. (2 of 4) [S]
Today 05:00 - 06:00
A look into the life of the late Hollywood icon Doris Day, who starred in a series of popular film musicals, including Calamity Jane (1953) and The Pajama Game (1957). (S4, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 06:00 - 07:00
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]
Today 07:00 - 07:30
Warm Winter Day: Bob conveys a sense of harmony in this cold yet cosy scene of a cabin in a field of snow, lit up by a bright orange glow. (S8, ep 3) [S,AD]
Today 07:30 - 08:00
Waterside Way: Bob paints a wilderness path leading to a still lake, accented with an abundance of trees around its edge. (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 08:00 - 08:30
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 08:30 - 09:00
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 09:00 - 09:30
Cheap is Cheap: A miserly man searches for the cheapest method of murdering his big-spending wife. (S4, ep 26) [S]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
The Waxwork: A reporter gets permission from the owner of a wax museum to spend the night in the museum section devoted to murderers. (S4, ep 27) [S]
Today 10:00 - 11:00
A glimpse into the life and hugely successful career of Academy Award-winning actress and activist, Susan Sarandon. (S10, ep 6) [S,AD]
Today 11:00 - 11:30
Hunter's Haven: Bob's masterful use of blue, yellow and orange hues brings vibrancy to a woodside setting alongside a clear blue lake. (S8, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 11:30 - 12:00
Bubbling Mountain Brook: Bob paints a playful brook that perfectly complements the backdrop of a rugged mountain range. (S8, ep 6) [S]
Today 12:00 - 12:30
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 12:30 - 13:00
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]
Today 13:00 - 14:00
...Delacroix to Gauguin. Prior to the emergence of new collectors, impressionist art was vilified - that was until visionaries like Wilhelm Hansen emerged with stunning collections. [S]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
...Scottish Road Trip. Frank Skinner and Denise Mina travel through Scotland on boats and horses in a bid to recreate James Boswell's and Dr Johnson's trip to the Hebrides. (1 of 3) [S]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
A look into the life and legacy of Academy Award-winning actor Christopher Plummer, who has sadly passed away. (S10, ep 7) [S,AD]
Today 16:00 - 16:30
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]
Today 16:30 - 17:00
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]
Today 17:00 - 17:30
Banquo's Chair: A Scotland Yard inspector arranges a unique ruse to capture a killer. With Kenneth Haigh. (S4, ep 29) [S]
Today 17:30 - 18:00
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 18:00 - 18:30
...Brooks, Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris, Bobby Rose. Join another selection of country music's biggest stars as they take to the famous Grand Ole Opry stage. [S]
Today 18:30 - 19:00
...Greene, Kathy Mattea, The Oak Ridge Boys. Join another selection of country music's biggest stars as they take to the famous Grand Ole Opry stage. [S]
Today 19:00 - 20:00
Luciano Giubbilei, Tuscany Garden: Raised in Siena, Luciano Giubbilei jumped at the chance to create a garden with views of the Tuscan landscape and the results are divine. (S2, ep 2) [S]
Today 20:00 - 22:00
...Sky Road to Aqaba. Feature documentary reflecting on Peter O'Toole's towering theatrical legacy. Includes interviews with Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Derek Jacobi and Stephen Fry. [S]
Today 22:00 - 23:00
...Mannerism. The Crazy Age: As the revolutionary impact of Mannerism spreads, Giulio Romano paints astonishing visions. Also, female artists bring new voices to Western art. (2 of 3) [S]
Today 23:00 - 00:00
Renowned British artist Julie Verhoeven reinterprets the famous illustrations of Chris Foss, the artist who brought to life Alex Comfort's legendary sex manual, The Joy of Sex. [S,AD]
Wed Apr 24
Tomorrow 00:00 - 02:10
Artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller, examining her life, her works and the powerful themes she has confronted throughout her literary career. [S]
Tomorrow 02:10 - 03:05
Working Animals: The contestants meet working animals employed for assisted-therapy, as they're tasked with capturing the crucial support they give their owners. (S4, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 03:05 - 04:00
Lenny Henry continues his tribute to the blues by meeting the likes of Jools Holland and Ruby Turner, who offer their perspective on how the genre has evolved in the UK. (2 of 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 04:00 - 05:00
...South Bank Show. The ground-breaking performance poet gets candid with Melvyn Bragg as he discusses his life and performs a selection of his most personal poems. (3 of 4) [S]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 07:00
Rhapsody and The Two Pigeons are two contrasting works by Frederick Ashton that are brought together here, showcasing his range of choreography, from the masterly to the romantic. [S]
Tomorrow 07:00 - 07:30
Hunter's Haven: Bob's masterful use of blue, yellow and orange hues brings vibrancy to a woodside setting alongside a clear blue lake. (S8, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:00
Bubbling Mountain Brook: Bob paints a playful brook that perfectly complements the backdrop of a rugged mountain range. (S8, ep 6) [S]
Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30
The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
Banquo's Chair: A Scotland Yard inspector arranges a unique ruse to capture a killer. With Kenneth Haigh. (S4, ep 29) [S]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
A Night with the Boys: Fearing his pregnant wife's displeasure, a man fakes being mugged to cover poker losses. (S4, ep 30) [S]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 11:00
A look into the life and legacy of Academy Award-winning actor Christopher Plummer, who has sadly passed away. (S10, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 11:30
Winter Hideaway: Bob places a lonesome cabin - the perfect respite for a weary traveller - in the middle of a snowy setting. (S8, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 11:30 - 12:00
Majestic Pine: Bob paints a golden field of pines and greenery inside the unique shape of a tapered rectangle. (S8, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 12:30
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]
Tomorrow 12:30 - 13:00
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]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 14:00
With his work loved by the Prince of Wales, John Simpson is the modern architect who creates breathtaking classical buildings - including his own Hampshire house. (S1, ep 9) [S]
Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00
...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. (4 of 4) [S]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
A glimpse into the life of Jeff Bridges, who scooped an Academy Award for his performance in Crazy Heart and also starred in Tron and True Grit. (S10, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 16:30
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]
Tomorrow 16:30 - 17:00
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]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30
Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31) [S]
Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00
Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32) [S]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
Cactus at Sunset: Bob paints a path of cacti and rocks that leads up to a dramatic, fiery red sky in the background. (S8, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
Mountain Range: Guest painter Steve Ross uses an array of colour in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake. (S8, ep 10) [S]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:00
Elizabeth Day, Khadija Mellah, Nick Grimshaw: The opening heat of 2022's search gets underway. Season premiere. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
...Year: The Exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane with a look at this exhibition celebrating some of the finest art to have come out of Sky Arts' Portrait Artist Of The Year. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00
...The Next Generation. Wood Carving: The junior crafters learn to carve with sculptor Clunie Fretton, and get a wheelwrighting lesson from expert Mike Rowland. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:00
Terrorism at Home and Abroad: A look at the evolution of terrorism as we know it today, from the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre to the Bloody Friday bombings in Belfast. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 23:00 - 01:00
...Medici. This documentary explores Sandro Botticelli and his innate ability to transfer the lights and shadows of the Renaissance Florence Medici era into his works. [S]
Thu Apr 25
Thursday 01:00 - 02:00
...Legends. New. Sir Tom Jones: In conversation and song, Sir Tom Jones shares captivating stories from his career - including his friendship with Elvis Presley. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Thursday 02:00 - 03:00
Actor David Harewood heads to LA to talk to a few of his famous friends about how the road to Hollywood stardom is often a bumpy one strewn with rejection, disappointment and setbacks. [S]
Thursday 03:00 - 04:00
The concluding instalment of Lenny Henry's exploration of blues music sees him perform on stage alongside Lulu, Laura Mvula and Mica Paris at a special charity gig. (3 of 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
...Show. Simon Armitage: Melvyn meets the West Yorkshire poet Simon Armitage, who was appointed UK's 21st Poet Laurate in 2019, to discuss his colourful career. (4 of 4) [S]
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
...With Julian Lloyd Webber 2022. Join world-renowned cellist Julian Lloyd Webber to champion the next generation of classical artists as he introduces each performer to an audience. [S]
Thursday 06:00 - 07:00
...with Julian Lloyd Webber. Classic FM's Rising Stars with Julian Lloyd Webber returns at London's LSO St Lukes, showcasing five young classical musicians alongside the 12 Ensemble. [S]
Thursday 07:00 - 07:30
Winter Hideaway: Bob places a lonesome cabin - the perfect respite for a weary traveller - in the middle of a snowy setting. (S8, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 07:30 - 08:00
Majestic Pine: Bob paints a golden field of pines and greenery inside the unique shape of a tapered rectangle. (S8, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
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 09:00 - 09:30
Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31) [S]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32) [S]
Thursday 10:00 - 11:00
A glimpse into the life of Jeff Bridges, who scooped an Academy Award for his performance in Crazy Heart and also starred in Tron and True Grit. (S10, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 11:00 - 11:30
Cactus at Sunset: Bob paints a path of cacti and rocks that leads up to a dramatic, fiery red sky in the background. (S8, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 11:30 - 12:00
Mountain Range: Guest painter Steve Ross uses an array of colour in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake. (S8, ep 10) [S]
Thursday 12:00 - 12:30
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 12:30 - 13:00
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 13:00 - 14:00
Artists and local communities join forces to compete for the chance to create the UK's next major landmark in this exciting new series hosted by Gemma Cairney. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
...Of Collecting. Art collector Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo shows us the paintings she has chosen to hang in her own home and reflects on the state of collecting today. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
A look at the life and legendary career of the original James Bond - Academy Award-winning Sean Connery. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 16:00 - 16:30
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 16:30 - 17:00
Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]
Thursday 17:00 - 17:30
The Dusty Drawer: A man seeks revenge on a bank clerk who once stole some money from him. (S4, ep 33) [S]
Thursday 17:30 - 18:00
A True Account: A woman consults an attorney about her husband, whom she believes is a murderer. (S4, ep 34) [S]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
Lonely Retreat: Bob uses blue and red highlights to accentuate the drama and beauty of a snow-covered cabin at sunset. (S8, ep 11) [S]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
Northern Lights: Bob uses a black canvas to create the scene of a snowy landscape with the stunning lights of the northern sky. (S8, ep 12) [S]
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
...Directors. A look at the life and career of the director of Zero Dark Thirty and The Hurt Locker, the latter of which she won the Oscar for Best Director. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
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]
Thursday 21:00 - 22:00
...Legends. New. Sir Tom Jones: In conversation and song, Sir Tom Jones shares captivating stories from his career - including his friendship with Elvis Presley. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Thursday 22:00 - 23:00
The 2000s To Today, Part 1: The journey through the history of American cinema concludes with a look at cinema from the 2000s through to the present day. (S1, ep 11) [S]
Thursday 23:00 - 00:35
Leading British film critics Ian Nathan, Derek Malcolm and Stephen Armstrong review their greatest Western films. [S]
Fri Apr 26
Friday 00:35 - 01:35
...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]
Friday 01:35 - 03:00
...Me God. This musical drama stars John Malkovich as a crazed dictator who delivers a powerful monologue accompanied by the music of Bach, Franck, Widor, Messiaen and Ligeti. [S]
Friday 03:00 - 04:00
Arlo Parks & Samuel Bailey: The nominees for this year's Sky Arts South Bank Times Breakthrough Awards come under the spotlight. (1 of 4) [S]
Friday 04:00 - 04:30
More than 400 years after his death, an example of the celebrated playwright's completed work - The First Folio - is up for auction at Christie's in New York and could fetch millions. [S]
Friday 04:30 - 05:00
...Churchill Special. The only painting Winston Churchill did during World War II has found its way to Christie's from Angelina Jolie's art collection, with an estimate worth millions. [S]
Friday 05:00 - 06:00
Coverage of the 2019 Darbar Festival celebrating the best of Indian classical music and dance. From Sadlers' Wells and the Barbican. [S]
Friday 06:00 - 07:00
Follow four of the greatest brass bands of all time as they compete for top spot in the prestigious National Championships at the Royal Albert Hall. (3 of 4) [S,AD]
Friday 07:00 - 07:30
Cactus at Sunset: Bob paints a path of cacti and rocks that leads up to a dramatic, fiery red sky in the background. (S8, ep 9) [S,AD]
Friday 07:30 - 08:00
Mountain Range: Guest painter Steve Ross uses an array of colour in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake. (S8, ep 10) [S]
Friday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Friday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Friday 09:00 - 09:30
The Dusty Drawer: A man seeks revenge on a bank clerk who once stole some money from him. (S4, ep 33) [S]
Friday 09:30 - 10:00
A True Account: A woman consults an attorney about her husband, whom she believes is a murderer. (S4, ep 34) [S]
Friday 10:00 - 11:00
A look at the life and legendary career of the original James Bond - Academy Award-winning Sean Connery. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Friday 11:00 - 11:30
Lonely Retreat: Bob uses blue and red highlights to accentuate the drama and beauty of a snow-covered cabin at sunset. (S8, ep 11) [S]
Friday 11:30 - 12:00
Northern Lights: Bob uses a black canvas to create the scene of a snowy landscape with the stunning lights of the northern sky. (S8, ep 12) [S]
Friday 12:00 - 12:30
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]
Friday 12:30 - 13:00
Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]
Friday 13:00 - 14:00
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]
Friday 14:00 - 15:00
...And Greatness. Documentary exploring the life and work of the novelist, poet, social critic and self-proclaimed 'outsider', who was often persecuted for his explicit subject matter. [S]
Friday 15:00 - 16:00
A look at the life of the late Robin Williams, the Academy Award-winning star of much-loved films such as Good Will Hunting, Jumanji and Mrs Doubtfire. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Friday 16:00 - 16:30
Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]
Friday 16:30 - 17:00
Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]
Friday 17:00 - 17:30
Touché: A husband arranges for a young man to kill his wife's latest lover in a duel. (S4, ep 35) [S]
Friday 17:30 - 18:00
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]
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
Winter Evergreens: Bob creates a beautiful snowy landscape with stately evergreens, warmed by the low-hanging winter sun over distant mountains. (S9, ep 1) [S]
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
Surf's Up: Bob takes on a dramatic ocean scene as he paints crashing waves, rolling in to crash against sand and rock. (S9, ep 2) [S]
Friday 19:00 - 19:45
Fantastic collection of recordings from Johnny Cash's early years, including nostalgic performances of I Got Stripes, Don't Take Your Guns To Town and Five Feet High and Rising. [S]
Friday 19:45 - 21:00
...Of The Mamas & The Papas. Interviews and performance footage tells the remarkable story of 1960s Californian pop group The Mamas and the Papas. [S,AD]
Friday 21:00 - 22:00
...Bryan, Darius Ricker. New. Join another selection of country music's biggest stars as they take to the famous Grand Ole Opry stage and perform some of their greatest hits. [S]
Friday 22:00 - 23:00
1981: Elbow frontman Guy Garvey lifts the lid on two decades of TV gold. Here, he takes you through 1981, reflecting on the year's defining musical performances. (4 of 5) [S]
Friday 23:00 - 00:40
...Story. The story of the London venue that - amid strikes, racism and homophobia in 1979 - became the Soho equivalent of Studio 54, frequented by Boy George, Sade and more. [S]
Sat Apr 27
Saturday 00:40 - 01:40
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 01:40 - 03:00
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 03:00 - 04:00
The Pin, Marina Kemp & Nick Rowland: The spotlight is on more young, talented creatives as we meet the nominees for the 2021 Sky Arts South Bank Times Breakthrough Awards. (2 of 4) [S]
Saturday 04:00 - 04:30
The huge personal guitar collection of Pink Floyd's David Gilmour comes to Christie's - including the iconic black Fender Stratocaster which featured on many of the rock legend's hits. [S]
Saturday 04:30 - 05:00
...Special. The art collection of late pop superstar George Michael goes under the hammer at Christie's in an auction featuring works by Tracey Emin, Damien Hirst and Bridget Riley. [S]
Saturday 05:00 - 05:10
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]
Saturday 05:10 - 08:00
Embrace the cinematic compositions of Hans Zimmer with a concert led by the renowned film score composer himself, as over 70 musicians join him on stage for an extraordinary show. [S]
Saturday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Saturday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Saturday 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]
Saturday 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]
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
Back for Christmas: Before leaving for America, a man kills his wife and buries her. Once Stateside, he receives messages telling him the murder will be exposed. (S1, ep 23) [S]
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
The Perfect Murder: Worried that their Aunt Rosalie doesn't really like them, brothers Paul and Henri set out to get their hands on her fortune any way they can. (S1, ep 24) [S]
Saturday 11:00 - 11:30
There was an Old Woman: With only one thing in mind, the dishonest Frank and Lorna Bramwell visit the home of wealthy, eccentric Monica Laughton - intent on robbing her. (S1, ep 25) [S]
Saturday 11:30 - 12:00
Whodunit: Recently deceased, Alexander Penn Arlington gets permission from the recording angel to relive his last day on earth, so that he can discover who killed him. (S1, ep 26) [S]
Saturday 12:00 - 13:25
New. In what is widely considered one of his greatest films, Charlie Chaplin stars as the tramp who inadvertently finds himself at the centre of a circus show. [S]
Saturday 13:25 - 15:25
The sensational human circus's thrilling spectacle combining two of the great circus traditions, acrobatic performance and the art of clowning, in a weird and wonderful kingdom. [S]
Saturday 15:25 - 17:00
...From Hawaii. A spectacular concert from the King of Rock 'n' Roll at the Honolulu International Center. With hits like Suspicious Minds and Burning Love. [S]
Saturday 17:00 - 17:30
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]
Saturday 17:30 - 18:40
New. A film from long-time Pink Floyd collaborator Ian Emes, offering a captivating and intuitive interpretation of the Rock'n'Roll legends' music. [S]
Saturday 18:40 - 20:00
...Wish You Were Here. New interviews with Roger Waters, David Gilmour and Nick Mason tell the fascinating story of the making of Pink Floyd's landmark 1975 album Wish You Were Here. [S]
Saturday 20:00 - 21:50
New. Follow the tragic journey of Syd Barrett - the co-founder and original singer of Pink Floyd - as emotional interviews with those closest to him detail his resounding downfall. [S]
Saturday 21:50 - 22:50
...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]
Saturday 22:50 - 00:45
Pink Floyd's David Gilmour ends his 2006 summer tour by performing in front of 50,000 fans at the shipyard in Gdansk, Poland. Featuring hits Fat Old Sun and Wish You Were Here. [S]
Sun Apr 28
Sunday 00:45 - 02:05
Featuring extensive interviews and rare recordings of their performances, this is the definitive critical review of legendary English rock band Led Zeppelin. (1 of 4) [S]
Sunday 02:05 - 03:15
New. A look back at the historic Jimi Hendrix concert performance at the Fillmore East, New York on 1 January, 1970. [S]
Sunday 03:15 - 04:10
Machine Head: Home to 'Smoke On The Water', Machine Head is the definitive album of British heavy metal icons Deep Purple. Find out how this classic album was created. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Sunday 04:10 - 04:35
A fascinating look at the music of Cream, the 60s British rock power trio consisting of Ginger Baker, Eric Clapton and Jack Bruce. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Sunday 04:35 - 05:00
A biographical portrait of Jerry Lee Lewis, the piano-playing rock'n'roll pioneer famous for his high energy stage presence and controversial private life. (S1, ep 2) [S]
Sunday 05:00 - 05:10
Ballet Black: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]
Sunday 05:10 - 07:30
Vadim Muntagirov, Natalia Osipova and Marianela Nunez star in an iconic ballet performance intertwining themes of love and murder. [S]
Sunday 07:30 - 08:00
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]
Sunday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Sunday 08:30 - 09:00
Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]
Sunday 09:00 - 09:30
Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]
Sunday 09:30 - 10:00
Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
Cabin at Sunset: Join Bob as he paints a stunning scene of crisp evergreens in a bright meadow, using masterful, colour-filled brush strokes. (S10, ep 2) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
Twin Falls: In this stunning landscape, Bob paints a mellow background that gives way to chunky rock formations, trickling waterways and happy trees. (S10, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sunday 11:00 - 11:30
Help Wanted: To pay for his wife's operation, Mr Crabtree takes a job working for the mysterious Mr X, who asks him to manage a job involving a blackmailer. (S1, ep 27) [S]
Sunday 11:30 - 12:00
Portrait of Jocelyn: At a gallery, Mark is surprised when the art dealer hands over a portrait of Mark's first wife instead of the painting he had originally purchased. (S1, ep 28) [S]
Sunday 12:00 - 12:25
A closer look at the brilliant career and tragically short life of Buddy Holly who, throughout the 50s, produced some of the most distinctive and influential work in rock. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Sunday 12:25 - 14:00
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]
Sunday 14:00 - 15:00
...Bryan, Darius Ricker. New. Join another selection of country music's biggest stars as they take to the famous Grand Ole Opry stage and perform some of their greatest hits. [S]
Sunday 15:00 - 16:00
Celebrate the life of Meat Loaf with this look back at the story of one of the most successful LPs of all time. Includes contributions from the late artist himself. (S1, ep 12) [S]
Sunday 16:00 - 17:15
...Blenheim Palace. New. Discover the exquisite performances of baroque music by renowned guitarist Milos, shot live at the grand setting of Blenheim Palace. [S]
Sunday 17:15 - 19:00
...Magic. Behind-the-scenes documentary shedding new light on the exciting and turbulent private lives of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy and the genuine friendship between them. [S,AD]
Sunday 19:00 - 20:25
New. In what is widely considered one of his greatest films, Charlie Chaplin stars as the tramp who inadvertently finds himself at the centre of a circus show. [S]
Sunday 20:25 - 21:25
...Of Brighton Rock. Movie critic Ian Nathan examines the qualities that made this 1948 ganger film noir starring Richard Attenborough an enduring British classic. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sunday 21:25 - 21:55
A fascinating look at the music of Cream, the 60s British rock power trio consisting of Ginger Baker, Eric Clapton and Jack Bruce. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Sunday 21:55 - 22:55
...Legends. New. Sir Tom Jones: In conversation and song, Sir Tom Jones shares captivating stories from his career - including his friendship with Elvis Presley. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Sunday 22:55 - 00:10
Documentary capturing the sights and sounds of the pivotal year in Elvis's journey to become the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Features rare footage, photos and recordings. [S,AD]
Mon Apr 29
Monday 00:10 - 02:05
The charismatic pianist, singer and songwriter performs his best loved hits from his 50-year long career at The Royal Albert Hall, including Oh Carol and Is This the Way to Amarillo? [S]
Monday 02:05 - 03:20
Offering extraordinary insight, Roy Orbison deep dives into what made his music a cultural driving force through a series of interviews collected over several years. [S]
Monday 03:20 - 04:35
Petula Clark: Presenting high-energy concerts by stars of the music industry, see world-famous bands and figures perform to audiences at SchwuZ, Berlin. (S2, ep 4) [S]
Monday 04:35 - 05:00
A profile of Dusty Springfield. Hailed as Britain's "best ever pop singer" by Rolling Stone, she charted a number of 60s hits, including Son of a Preacher Man. (S1, ep 4) [S]
Monday 05:00 - 06:00
...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]
Monday 06:00 - 07:00
The Four Seasons: Myleene Klass and Errollyn Wallen explore The Four Seasons, Antonio Vivaldi's set of violin concertos. Features a special performance from Sinfonia Cymru. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Monday 07:00 - 07:30
Lonely Retreat: Bob uses blue and red highlights to accentuate the drama and beauty of a snow-covered cabin at sunset. (S8, ep 11) [S]
Monday 07:30 - 08:00
Northern Lights: Bob uses a black canvas to create the scene of a snowy landscape with the stunning lights of the northern sky. (S8, ep 12) [S]
Monday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Monday 08:30 - 09:00
Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
Touché: A husband arranges for a young man to kill his wife's latest lover in a duel. (S4, ep 35) [S]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Monday 10:00 - 11:00
A look at the life of the late Robin Williams, the Academy Award-winning star of much-loved films such as Good Will Hunting, Jumanji and Mrs Doubtfire. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Monday 11:00 - 11:30
Winter Evergreens: Bob creates a beautiful snowy landscape with stately evergreens, warmed by the low-hanging winter sun over distant mountains. (S9, ep 1) [S]
Monday 11:30 - 12:00
Surf's Up: Bob takes on a dramatic ocean scene as he paints crashing waves, rolling in to crash against sand and rock. (S9, ep 2) [S]
Monday 12:00 - 12:30
Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]
Monday 12:30 - 13:00
Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]
Monday 13:00 - 14:00
...Great Opera Houses of the World. Take a stroll around the rebuilt La Fenice in Venice, the stunning Sydney Opera House, the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia in Valencia and more. [S]
Monday 14:00 - 15:00
...The Next Generation. Wood Carving: The junior crafters learn to carve with sculptor Clunie Fretton, and get a wheelwrighting lesson from expert Mike Rowland. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
A look at the life of legendary two-time Academy Award winner Robert De Niro, star of The Godfather Part II, Taxi Driver and Goodfellas. (S10, ep 11) [S]
Monday 16:00 - 16:30
Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]
Monday 16:30 - 17:00
Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]
Monday 17:00 - 17:30
Arthur: A chicken farmer murders his gold-digging girlfriend but the police can't convict him without the body. [S]
Monday 17:30 - 18:00
The Crystal Trench: The loyal widow of a man killed in a mountain-climbing accident recovers his body 20 years later. [S]
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
Red Sunset: Bob uses his skill on black canvas to create a glowing, fiery landscape with warm light illuminating trees in the foreground. (S9, ep 3) [S]
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
Meadow Road: Bob creates a scene of pure natural beauty, with majestic snow-covered peaks and evergreens looming large over lush grasslands. (S9, ep 4) [S]
Monday 19:00 - 20:00
...World. New. Andre Rieu: Winter Wonderland: André celebrates Christmas at his Winter Palace in Maastricht, performing The Little Drummer Boy and more Christmas classics. (S5, ep 1) [S]
Monday 20:00 - 22:30
...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]
Monday 22:30 - 23:45
...Orchestra's 100 Years of Big Bands. Join the Len Phillips Swing Orchestra - one of Britain's most popular big bands - to celebrate a century of swing. (1 of 2) [S]
Monday 23:45 - 00:45
Despite the ban on jazz throughout the Third Reich, the Nazis created Germany's premier swing band. This documentary charts the fascinating story of Karl Schweidler and his band. [S,AD]
Tue Apr 30
Tuesday 00:45 - 02:30
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]
Tuesday 02:30 - 03:30
Noah Jupe, Mishka Rushdie Momen & Alex Woolf: Meet more young and talented creatives nominated for the 2021 Sky Arts South Bank Times Breakthrough Awards. (3 of 4) [S]
Tuesday 03:30 - 04:00
An intimate portrait of Aretha Franklin, who passed away on 16 August 2018. Known as the Queen of Soul, her hits included Respect, Freeway of Love and I Say a Little Prayer. (S1, ep 5) [S]
Tuesday 04:00 - 04:30
...Killed the Radio Star. A look at some of Peter Gabriel's most iconic music videos, including his 1986 hit Sledgehammer, which won a record nine MTV Video Music Awards. (S7, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00
...Killed the Radio Star. The creative minds behind some of George Michael's most memorable music videos reveal how they brought his hits to life on screen. (S7, ep 2) [S]
Tuesday 05:00 - 07:00
...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]
Tuesday 07:00 - 07:30
Winter Evergreens: Bob creates a beautiful snowy landscape with stately evergreens, warmed by the low-hanging winter sun over distant mountains. (S9, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 07:30 - 08:00
Surf's Up: Bob takes on a dramatic ocean scene as he paints crashing waves, rolling in to crash against sand and rock. (S9, ep 2) [S]
Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30
Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]
Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00
Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
Arthur: A chicken farmer murders his gold-digging girlfriend but the police can't convict him without the body. [S]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
The Crystal Trench: The loyal widow of a man killed in a mountain-climbing accident recovers his body 20 years later. [S]
Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00
A look at the life of legendary two-time Academy Award winner Robert De Niro, star of The Godfather Part II, Taxi Driver and Goodfellas. (S10, ep 11) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 11:30
Red Sunset: Bob uses his skill on black canvas to create a glowing, fiery landscape with warm light illuminating trees in the foreground. (S9, ep 3) [S]
Tuesday 11:30 - 12:00
Meadow Road: Bob creates a scene of pure natural beauty, with majestic snow-covered peaks and evergreens looming large over lush grasslands. (S9, ep 4) [S]
Tuesday 12:00 - 12:30
Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]
Tuesday 12:30 - 13:00
Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]
Tuesday 13:00 - 14:00
...Year: The Exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane with a look at this exhibition celebrating some of the finest art to have come out of Sky Arts' Portrait Artist Of The Year. [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
...Road Trip. Frank Skinner and Denise Mina travel through Scotland on boats and horses in a bid to recreate James Boswell's and Dr Johnson's trip to the Hebrides. (2 of 3) [S]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
A glimpse into the life of French star and winner of the 2019 Honorary Palme d'Or, Alain Delon. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 16:00 - 16:30
Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]
Tuesday 16:30 - 17:00
There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]
Tuesday 17:00 - 17:30
Appointment at Eleven: An angry young man accurately predicts an impending death. With Amy Douglass and Norma Crane. [S]
Tuesday 17:30 - 18:00
Coyote Moon: A professor traveling across the country outwits three larcenous hitchhikers. Macdonald Carey stars. [S]
Tuesday 18:00 - 19:00
...Bryan, Darius Ricker. New. Join another selection of country music's biggest stars as they take to the famous Grand Ole Opry stage and perform some of their greatest hits. [S]
Tuesday 19:00 - 20:00
Jo Thompson, Cool Garden, RHS Rosemoor: Visit north Devon, where Jo Thompson used all of her design skills to show how water can be turned from an issue into an opportunity. (S2, ep 3) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00
...Legends. New. Sir Tom Jones: In conversation and song, Sir Tom Jones shares captivating stories from his career - including his friendship with Elvis Presley. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 21:00 - 23:10
Documentary chronicling the achievements of the elusive megastar Dean Martin who epitomised post-war American showbiz. [S]
Tuesday 23:10 - 00:10
...Mannerism. 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]