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Wed Oct 08
Musical Masterpieces

Today 15:00 - 16:00

Carmen: Myleene Klass and Errollyn Wallen explore Carmen, Georges Bizet's controversial opera. Features special performances from leading British opera company Opera North. (S1, ep 2) [S]

Carol Reed: The Directors

Today 16:00 - 17:00

A closer look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning British director behind acclaimed films Odd Man Out, Oliver! and The Fallen Idol. (S3, ep 9) [S]

Discovering: Richard Gere

Today 17:00 - 18:00

He's a household name who starred in Pretty Woman and the Academy Award-winning musical Chicago. This is a look at his life and career. (S11, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:00 - 18:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:30 - 19:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 19:00 - 19:30

Man from the South: A little person has a penchant for making his bets interesting. Peter Lorre, Steve McQueen and Katherine Squire star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 19:30 - 20:00

The Ikon of Elijah: A man's dream of sudden wealth is realised when he learns the location of a hidden treasure. Oscar Homolka and Sam Jaffe star. [S]

New: Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Today 20:00 - 21:00

New. Si King, Elif Shafak, Joe Marler: The artists are challenged to create a show-stopping portrait of one of the celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 2) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year: Year

Today 21:00 - 22:00

The Exhibition 2025. New. 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]

Art's Most Horrific

Today 22:00 - 23:00

New. Art's Most Horrific: Waldemar confronts terrifying displays of blood, gore and death and wonders why art is so obsessed with horror. (2 of 3) [S]

Pompeii: Sin City

Today 23:00 - 00:25

Documentary exploring the once grand and thriving Roman city of Pompeii, as told by the writers and artists of the era who visited and imagined it. [S,AD]

Thu Oct 09
The Pilgrimage Of Gilbert & George

Tomorrow 00:25 - 02:25

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]

Arts Uncovered

Tomorrow 02:25 - 02:35

Akram Khan Company: A Sky Arts bursary enabled Akram Khan Company to create the Sky Arts Artist Development Programme to support dance artists during research and development periods. [S]

Sky Arts Book Club

Tomorrow 02:35 - 03:35

Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of Idle Readers book club from Manchester meet Ian Rankin. Plus, Delia Owens Zooms in from across the pond. (4 of 6) [S]

Inside Art Special Vanguard

Tomorrow 03:35 - 04:30

Bristol Street Art at M Shed. Kate Bryan goes behind the scenes at the M Shed museum in Bristol to discover a new exhibition exploring the city's connection to street art. [S,AD]

Inside Art: Van Gogh At The Courtauld Gallery

Tomorrow 04:30 - 05:00

Kate Bryan pays a visit to the Courtauld Gallery to bear witness to an exhibition bringing the full span of Vincent van Gogh's self-portraiture together. [S,AD]

The Art Of The Garden

Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00

Ann-Marie Powell, Wisley Wildlife Garden: Ann-Marie Powell took on the task of creating the RHS's first wildlife and food gardens, with the society moving with the times. (S2, ep 5) [S]

Cirque Du Soleil: Volta

Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:00

In a captivating voyage that captures the very essence of adventure, this story of transformation unfolds through a combination of acrobatics in a visually striking world. [S]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

Loosening Up: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00

Observing Facial Features: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

Man from the South: A little person has a penchant for making his bets interesting. Peter Lorre, Steve McQueen and Katherine Squire star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

The Ikon of Elijah: A man's dream of sudden wealth is realised when he learns the location of a hidden treasure. Oscar Homolka and Sam Jaffe star. [S]

Carol Reed: The Directors

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

A closer look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning British director behind acclaimed films Odd Man Out, Oliver! and The Fallen Idol. (S3, ep 9) [S]

Discovering: Richard Gere

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

He's a household name who starred in Pretty Woman and the Academy Award-winning musical Chicago. This is a look at his life and career. (S11, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00

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]

Punchdrunk: Behind The Mask

Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00

Documentary telling the story of PUNCHDRUNK, the pioneering and hugely secretive theatre company whose productions have reinvented an art form and changed the rules of theatre. [S,AD]

Musical Masterpieces

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

The Hebrides Overture: Myleene Klass and composer Errollyn Wallen explore Felix Mendelssohn's Hebrides Overture. Features a performance from the Philharmonia Orchestra. (S1, ep 3) [S]

Sergio Leone: The Directors

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

Explore the life of the highly influential director credited as the inventor of the Italian Western genre. His films include Once Upon a Time In America. (S3, ep 10) [S]

Discovering: Dennis Hopper

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00

A look at the life and career of filmmaker behind Easy Rider, his acclaimed directional debut. He also starred in Apocalypse Now, Super Mario Bros and Blue Velvet. (S11, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

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]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:00

New. Si King, Elif Shafak, Joe Marler: The artists are challenged to create a show-stopping portrait of one of the celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 2) [S,AD]

Discovering: Richard Dreyfuss

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00

A glimpse into the life and career of the Academy Award-winning Hollywood actor who starred in The Goodbye Girl, Jaws and Down and Out in Beverly Hills. (S11, ep 5) [S,AD]

Sidney Lumet: The Directors

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

An intriguing look into the life and career of Academy Award-winning film director Sidney Lumet. (S3, ep 2) [S]

Spike Milligan: The Unseen Archive

Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:35

Spotlighting his life and career, bear witness to comedian and poet Spike Milligan's never before aired film, interviews and scripts. Contains discriminatory content. [S,AD]

AC/DC: Live at River Plate

Tomorrow 23:35 - 01:55

AC/DC return to the stage for a raucous show filmed in Buenos Aires, captured in December 2009 in front of 70,000 lively fans. [S]

Fri Oct 10
The Art Of Film

Friday 01:55 - 02:55

The Birth of the Moguls: Take a dive into the magical history of movies, uncovering how a generation of immigrants invented Hollywood. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]

Klimt & The Kiss

Friday 02:55 - 04:10

Experts examine 'The Kiss' - Gustav Klimt's iconic painting from the early 20th century - and establish just what makes it such an enduring, endearing piece. [S,AD]

Inside Art: Masterpieces From Buckingham Palace

Friday 04:10 - 05:00

Kate Bryan explores the exhibition Masterpieces From Buckingham Palace in The Queens Gallery, with works by Titian, Rembrandt and more. [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

Alistair Baldwin, Kinross House: Garden designer Alistair Baldwin stayed true to the 17th-century style of Scotland's Kinross House and the results are a sight to behold. (S2, ep 6) [S]

Andre Rieu & The Dutch Royal Family

Friday 06:00 - 08:00

In front of a packed-out Museum Square in Amsterdam in April 2013, Andre Rieu delivers a concert alongside his Johann Strauss Orchestra to cap an extraordinary event. [S]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

Botanical Flowers: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 13) [S,AD]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Friday 08:30 - 09:00

Painting With Lines: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 14) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

The Cure: When it becomes evident his wife is losing her grip on reality, a man turns to his devoted servant for help. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Backward. Turn Backward: When a man is murdered, suspicion falls on his teen daughter's middle-aged suitor. Phyllis Love, Tom Tully, Alan Baxter and Rebecca Welles star. [S]

Sergio Leone: The Directors

Friday 11:00 - 12:00

Explore the life of the highly influential director credited as the inventor of the Italian Western genre. His films include Once Upon a Time In America. (S3, ep 10) [S]

Discovering: Dennis Hopper

Friday 12:00 - 13:00

A look at the life and career of filmmaker behind Easy Rider, his acclaimed directional debut. He also starred in Apocalypse Now, Super Mario Bros and Blue Velvet. (S11, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:30 - 14:00

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]

Portrait Artist Of The Year: Year

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

The Exhibition 2025. New. 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]

The Art Mysteries

Friday 15:00 - 15:30

The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch: One of the world's most popular pictures, The Garden of Earthly Delights is also one of the most mysterious. (S3, ep 3) [S,AD]

The Art Mysteries

Friday 15:30 - 16:00

The Polish Rider by Rembrandt: He rides on a pure white horse, but who is he? Rembrandt's famous equestrian portrait has never been convincingly explained - until now. (S3, ep 4) [S,AD]

Francis Ford Coppola: The Directors

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose films include The Godfather franchise and Apocalypse Now. (S5, ep 1) [S]

Discovering: Sissy Spacek

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actress and Grammy-nominated singer, who has starred in films such as Carrie and Coal Miner's Daughter. (S11, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

Not the Running Type: After embezzling 200,000 dollars, a man turns himself in to the authorities but refuses to return the money. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

The Day of the Bullet: When a man is killed, his friend reminisces about an incident in their past. Barry Gordon, John Craven and Dennis Patrick star. [S]

Dolly Parton: Song By Song

Friday 20:00 - 20:30

I Will Always Love You: Dolly Parton discusses the success of I Will Always Love You, and why denying Elvis the chance to cover it became one of her savviest business moves. (3 of 6) [S,AD]

Dolly Parton: Song By Song

Friday 20:30 - 21:00

It's All Wrong, But It's Alright: Dolly Parton recalls how she shocked the country scene with her 1978 hit It's All Wrong, But It's Alright. With Miley Cyrus and Lily Tomlin. (4 of 6) [S,AD]

New: Opry Live

Friday 21:00 - 22:00

Prepare to be blown away by performances from Opry member Trisha Yearwood, Jordan Davis and Marcus King. [S]

Bee Gees: One Night Only

Friday 22:00 - 00:10

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]

Sat Oct 11
Billy Joel: Live In Rome

Saturday 00:10 - 02:45

New. In this historic concert from July 2006, Billy plays a rousing set to an enormous crowd in front of the Colosseum in Rome. With special guest, Bryan Adams. [S]

Women Who Rock

Saturday 02:45 - 04:00

Success: The success of their forerunners enables the likes of Shania Twain, Macy Gray and Sarah McLachlan - and later Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish - to break new ground. (4 of 4) [S,AD]

Inside Art Special: Coventry City Of Culture

Saturday 04:00 - 05:00

Presenter Kate Bryan visits Coventry to discover the exciting events happening in honour of its UK City of Culture. [S]

Auction

Saturday 05:00 - 05:30

Step inside the great auction houses of the world and discover the bidding frenzies within. In this opening episode, Sotheby's sells The Lock by John Constable. (S7, ep 1) [S]

Auction

Saturday 05:30 - 06:00

The work of designers such as Finn Juhl, Shiro Kuramata and Arne Jacobsen comes to the salerooms of London in a week dedicated to design classics. (S7, ep 2) [S]

Len Phillips Swing Orchestra's 100 Years of Big Bands

Saturday 06:00 - 07:15

Join the Len Phillips Swing Orchestra - one of Britain's most popular big bands - to celebrate a century of swing. (1 of 2) [S]

Len Phillips Swing Orchestra's 100 Years of Big Bands

Saturday 07:15 - 08:30

Join the Len Phillips Swing Orchestra - one of Britain's most popular big bands - to celebrate a century of swing. (2 of 2) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:30 - 09:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00

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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 11:00 - 12:00

The Ordeal Of Mrs. Snow: An elderly woman is locked in an air tight safe with one of her cats by her niece's husband when she discovers he is a forger. (S2, ep 25) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 12:00 - 13:00

Ten Minutes From Now: An unsuccessful artist accused of bomb threats devises a scheme to steal artworks. (S2, ep 26) [S]

Ray Charles: Live At Montreux

Saturday 13:00 - 14:30

Ray Charles thrills audiences with his unique mix of rock, R&B and soul at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1997. [S]

Hitsville: The Making Of Motown

Saturday 14:30 - 16:30

Rare performances, interviews and rarely seen footage come together to paint a picture of the history and origins of Motown. [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Saturday 16:30 - 17:30

New. Si King, Elif Shafak, Joe Marler: The artists are challenged to create a show-stopping portrait of one of the celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 2) [S,AD]

New: Pink Floyd: A Delicate Sound...

Saturday 17:30 - 19:55

Spectacular concert film from Pink Floyd's 1988 A Momentary Lapse of Reason Tour, featuring hits like, Wish You Were Here and Time. [S]

New: Pink Floyd: The Endless River

Saturday 19:55 - 21:00

A film from long-time Pink Floyd collaborator Ian Emes, offering a captivating and intuitive interpretation of the Rock'n'Roll legends' music. [S]

New: Pink Floyd At Pompeii

Saturday 21:00 - 22:40

New. Set in the haunting ruins of the ancient Roman Amphitheater in Pompeii, it showcases Pink Floyd performing an intimate concert without an audience. [S]

Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd

Saturday 22:40 - 00:30

Follow the tragic journey of Syd Barrett - the original singer of Pink Floyd - as interviews with those closest to him detail his downfall. [S,AD]

Sun Oct 12
The Doors: Live At The Bowl `68

Sunday 00:30 - 02:00

At the height of their musical prowess, The Doors perform all their classic hits during their legendary 1968 concert at the Hollywood Bowl. [S]

The Doors: Classic Albums

Sunday 02:00 - 03:00

Former band members of The Doors discuss their self-titled debut album, which featured The End and Light My Fire, and the lyrical genius of Jim Morrison. [S]

Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends

Sunday 03:00 - 04:00

Nile Rodgers: In Miami, disco legend Nile Rodgers explores his impressive musical career, from Studio 54 to David Bowie and Daft Punk. (S1, ep 4) [S]

The Great Songwriters

Sunday 04:00 - 05:00

Ian McCulloch / Echo and the Bunnymen: The Echo and the Bunnymen frontman talks songwriting and his life in music, and performs beloved tracks including The Killing Moon. (S4, ep 3) [S]

Discovering: The Cure

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

A fascinating look at English rock band The Cure. Led by the inimitable Robert Smith, they are one of the most influential new wave bands in history. (S5, ep 16) [S]

Les Miserables: The Staged Concert

Sunday 06:00 - 08:55

Live stage adaptation of the 1862 Victor Hugo novel Les Misérables starring Michael Ball and Matt Lucas. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:55 - 09:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 11:00 - 12:00

The Sign of Satan: When a studio wants Karl for their next horror film, he reveals his audition film was actually footage of a real black mass with devil worshipers. (S2, ep 27) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Sunday 12:00 - 13:00

New. Si King, Elif Shafak, Joe Marler: The artists are challenged to create a show-stopping portrait of one of the celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 2) [S,AD]

Garbo: Where Did You Go?

Sunday 13:00 - 14:45

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]

André Rieu At Schönbrunn, Vienna

Sunday 14:45 - 18:00

Accompanied by the Johann Strauss Orchestra, world renowned violinist Andre Rieu performs numbers including Roses from the South, and Emperor's Waltz at Schonbrunn in Vienna. [S]

Cats: The Musical

Sunday 18:00 - 20:00

Elaine Paige stars in Andrew Lloyd Webber's world-famous musical. A group of cats gather to choose one lucky feline, who will go to a magical place to be reborn. [S]

Johnny Cash: A Night to Remember Live 1973

Sunday 20:00 - 21:00

A stunning set from Johnny Cash at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring exhilarating performances of all-time classics and special guests. [S]

The Yardbirds

Sunday 21:00 - 22:45

The story of five incredible years, 1963-1968, which saw The Yardbirds go from a relatively small-time suburban blues outfit to one of the most respected rock bands in history. [S]

Bryan Adams: Live At The Royal Albert Hall May 2024

Sunday 22:45 - 00:35

Bryan Adams takes to the stage at London's iconic Royal Albert Hall to perform his classic album Reckless. [S]

Mon Oct 13
Art's Most Horrific

Monday 00:35 - 01:35

New. Art's Most Horrific: Waldemar confronts terrifying displays of blood, gore and death and wonders why art is so obsessed with horror. (2 of 3) [S]

Led Zeppelin: In The Light

Monday 01:35 - 02:55

Fourth and final part of the definitive critical review of the music of one of history's most influential rock bands, Led Zeppelin, on stage, on record and on film. (4 of 4) [S]

Black Sabbath: Classic Albums

Monday 02:55 - 04:10

The story behind the writing, recording and success of Black Sabbath's second album, Paranoid, one of the most influential albums of the heavy metal genre. [S]

The Great Songwriters

Monday 04:10 - 05:10

Steve Earle: The multi-Grammy-winning singer-songwriter discusses songwriting and his life in music, and performs a selection of songs including Copperhead Road and Goodbye. (S4, ep 4) [S]

Discovering: Paul Simon

Monday 05:10 - 05:35

Leading music critics cast fresh light on the career of award-winning American singer songwriter Paul Simon, whose fame, influence and success began as part of duo Simon & Garfunkel. [S]

Discovering: Eric Clapton

Monday 05:35 - 06:00

Documentary exploring the life, career and influence of Cream and Yardbirds guitarist and songwriter Eric Clapton, the only three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. [S,AD]

Classic FM Live: A Film Music Spectacular

Monday 06:00 - 08:00

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and the Ukranian conductor Kirill Karabits perform film themes from The Royal Albert Hall including Star Wars, Jurassic Park and more. [S]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

Figures in Landscape: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 15) [S,AD]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Monday 08:30 - 09:00

Child Portraiture: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 16) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Not the Running Type: After embezzling 200,000 dollars, a man turns himself in to the authorities but refuses to return the money. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

The Day of the Bullet: When a man is killed, his friend reminisces about an incident in their past. Barry Gordon, John Craven and Dennis Patrick star. [S]

Francis Ford Coppola: The Directors

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose films include The Godfather franchise and Apocalypse Now. (S5, ep 1) [S]

Andre Rieu: Maastricht My Hometown

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

Series exploring the world of André Rieu. With heart-warming interviews with André and magnificent performances. (1 of 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:30 - 14:00

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]

In Normandy: David Hockney

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

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]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

New. Si King, Elif Shafak, Joe Marler: The artists are challenged to create a show-stopping portrait of one of the celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 2) [S,AD]

Ridley Scott: The Directors

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

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]

Discovering: Alan Rickman

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

A look into the life of the British star, known for his portrayal of Severus Snape in the Harry Potter film franchise among many other notable roles. (S11, ep 13) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

Hitch Hike: A businessman has second thoughts about having picked up a young hitchhiker. John McIntire, Robert Morse and Suzanne Pleshette star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

Across the Threshold: A son encourages his doting mother to take her own life and join her dead husband. George Grizzard and Patricia Collinge star. [S]

Andre Rieu: La Vie Est Belle

Monday 20:00 - 21:45

Dutch violinist André Rieu brings his orchestra to an atmospheric Berlin amphitheatre, with musical favourites like Ravel's Bolero, Lara's Theme from Doctor Zhivago and Auld Lang Syne. [S]

Andre Rieu: Magic of Maastricht

Monday 21:45 - 22:45

André Rieu is joined by his Johann Strauss Orchestra as he heads home to Maastricht to perform in front of thousands of fans in the town's historic square. [S]

The Phantom Of The Opera At The Royal Albert Hall

Monday 22:45 - 01:35

Ramin Karimloo and Sierra Boggess star in this special 25th anniversary performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical at London's Royal Albert Hall. [S]

Tue Oct 14
Inside Art: Lubaina Himid At Tate Modern

Tuesday 01:35 - 02:00

Kate Bryan visits the studio of the artist Lubaina Himid, winner of the 2017 Turner Prize, before exploring her new large-scale exhibition at Tate Modern. [S]

New: Art's Most Satanic

Tuesday 02:00 - 03:00

New. Art's Most Satanic: Waldemar goes looking for the Devil, the ultimate shape-shifter, who keeps popping up in art in a wicked assortment of disguises. (3 of 3) [S]

John Malkovich: Just Call Me God

Tuesday 03:00 - 04:25

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]

Arts Uncovered

Tuesday 04:25 - 04:35

The Courtauld Institute Of Art: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]

Auction: George Michael Special

Tuesday 04:35 - 05:05

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]

Auction

Tuesday 05:05 - 05:35

The blouse Judy Garland wore in the film The Wizard of Oz goes up for sale in London, as do Warwick Castle's ornate Grimani Tables - valued at half a million pounds each. (S7, ep 3) [S]

Auction

Tuesday 05:35 - 06:00

Items from the collection of the late Dowager Duchess of Devonshire come under the hammer at Sotheby's in London. Elsewhere, prints and multiples are offered at Christie's. (S7, ep 4) [S]

Lesley Garrett: The South Bank Show Originals

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:30

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]

Cirque Du Soleil: Nouvelle Experience

Tuesday 06:30 - 08:00

Human circus Cirque Du Soleil showcase their eye-popping artistry in a colourful performance featuring contortionists, trapeze acts, foot juggling and acrobats. [S]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

Colour Mixing: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 17) [S,AD]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00

Painting Skies and Clouds: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 18) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

Hitch Hike: A businessman has second thoughts about having picked up a young hitchhiker. John McIntire, Robert Morse and Suzanne Pleshette star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Across the Threshold: A son encourages his doting mother to take her own life and join her dead husband. George Grizzard and Patricia Collinge star. [S]

Ridley Scott: The Directors

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

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]

Andre Rieu: Vienna Memories

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

André Rieu looks back at his most memorable concerts in the city of music. With highlights from his magical show in front of Schoenbrunn Palace. (2 of 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00

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]

Discovering: David Bowie

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

Leading music critics and DJs discuss the life, music, legacy and larger-than-life stage characters of the glam rock legend. [S,AD]

Stories From The National Gallery

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

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]

Martin Scorsese: The Directors

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

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]

Discovering: Harrison Ford

Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00

Harrison Ford: A look at the six-decade-long career of the Hollywood superstar whose roles in Star Wars, Indiana Jones and more have made him instantly recognisable. (S12, ep 1) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

Craig's Will: When his rich uncle dies, as his only living relative, Thomas Craig expects to inherit millions. So he's certainly surprised when his uncle leaves everything to his pet dog. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

Madame Mystery: A studio publicist takes advantage of a movie star's demise to hype her final film. [S]

Art's Wildest Movement: Mannerism

Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00

Goodbye Renaissance: Waldemar Januszczak drills to the heart of Mannerism, asking when did it happen, what were its characteristics and what did it achieve? (1 of 3) [S,AD]

New: Art's Most Satanic

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

New. Art's Most Satanic: Waldemar goes looking for the Devil, the ultimate shape-shifter, who keeps popping up in art in a wicked assortment of disguises. (3 of 3) [S]

A Sudden Glimpse To Deeper Things

Tuesday 22:00 - 23:45

Featuring Tilda Swinton, this feature documentary tells the story of a remarkable artist and modernist painter, Wilhelmina Barns-Graham. (2024) [S]

Mary Cassatt: Painting The Modern Woman

Tuesday 23:45 - 01:00

Revisit the career of Mary Cassatt through prints, pastels and paintings, exploring the often-overlooked Impressionist's influence on how women appear in art. [S,AD]

Wed Oct 15
50 Years On Film: David Hockney

Wednesday 01:00 - 02:00

50 Years On Film: David Hockney: Using over 50 years of archive footage, this film looks back at the life and career of David Hockney, one of Britain's greatest artists. [S]

New: Portrait Artist Of The Year...

Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00

New. James May, Billy Porter, Emma Barnett: The nine artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 3)

Lily & Lolly: The Forgotten Yeats Sisters

Wednesday 03:00 - 04:30

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]

Inside Art: Barbara Hepworth

Wednesday 04:30 - 05:00

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Kate Bryan explores a vast collection of work at The Hepworth Wakefield by its namesake - sculptor, Barbara Hepworth. [S,AD]

Auction

Wednesday 05:00 - 05:30

In Burgundy, France, the Hospice de Beaune wine auction takes place - the most famous charity wine sale in the world, dating back to 1795. (S7, ep 5) [S]

Auction

Wednesday 05:30 - 06:00

In Staffordshire, Bonhams is selling eight rare Brough motorbikes - made famous by Lawrence of Arabia. Meanwhile in London, Christie's is selling Old Masters. (S7, ep 6) [S]

Darbar Festival 2023

Wednesday 06:00 - 07:00

Darbar: Women in Music: Three of the world's finest Indian classical musicians candidly discuss their encounters with sexism while building their careers. (S1, ep 1) [S]

Darbar Festival 2023

Wednesday 07:00 - 08:00

Darbar: Dance Rebel: Discover how dancer and choreographer Aditi Mangaldas is reinventing Kathak dance - a traditional Indian dance form - to challenge patriarchal ideas. (S1, ep 2) [S]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

Drawing With Paint: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 19) [S,AD]

Artist Of The Year: Masterclass

Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00

How to Approach a Portrait: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 20) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

Craig's Will: When his rich uncle dies, as his only living relative, Thomas Craig expects to inherit millions. So he's certainly surprised when his uncle leaves everything to his pet dog. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

Madame Mystery: A studio publicist takes advantage of a movie star's demise to hype her final film. [S]

Martin Scorsese: The Directors

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

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]

Andre Rieu: Veteran Concert

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

Veteran Concert: André looks back at the emotional performances he gave to veterans in Maastricht. With songs including We'll Meet Again and You'll Never Walk Alone. (3 of 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

The Art Of Architecture: Great Opera Houses of the World

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

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]

Stories From The National Gallery

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

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]

Oliver Stone: The Directors

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the Academy Award-winning filmmaker's life, career and portfolio of films which includes Scarface, Midnight Express, Platoon and Natural Born Killers. (S5, ep 4)

Discovering: Meryl Streep

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actress whose portfolio of magnificent work includes starring roles in Kramer vs. Kramer and Sophie's Choice. (S12, ep 2) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

Little Man Who Was There: A little man enters a mining town and challenges two miners to a contest with surprising results. With Read Morgan and Arch Johnson. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

Mother, May I Go Out to Swim?: A mama's boy, played by William Shatner, is afraid to tell his mother about his wedding plans. [S]

New: Portrait Artist Of The Year...

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

New. James May, Billy Porter, Emma Barnett: The nine artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 3)

Landscape Artist Of The..

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

...Year National Trust Favourites. National Trust properties have been the lifeblood of the contest; this special celebrates the top 10 paintings from the series, as voted by by fans. [S]

New: Art's Most Satanic

Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00

New. Art's Most Satanic: Waldemar goes looking for the Devil, the ultimate shape-shifter, who keeps popping up in art in a wicked assortment of disguises. (3 of 3) [S]

The Ghost Of Richard Harris

Wednesday 23:00 - 01:15

Explore the legacy of Richard Harris with this moving documentary that includes contributions from his sons, BAFTA-winning actor Jared Harris, Jamie Harris and Damian Harris. [S]