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36: Sky Arts

Wed Jan 07
Battle Of The Bagpipes

Today 15:00 - 16:00

The World Pipe Band Championship is almost here. Will current holders Field Marshall Montgomery win the crown for a 14th time? (3 of 3) [S,AD]

Ridley Scott: The Directors

Today 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: Jeff Goldblum

Today 17:00 - 18:00

Jeff Goldblum: Learn about the career of the multi-talented Jurassic Park icon Jeff Goldblum - a man celebrated for his performances in The Fly, Independence Day and more. (S15, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 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

Today 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

Today 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 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]

Garbo: Where Did You Go?

Today 20:00 - 21:55

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]

Michael Caine: The Becoming of a Hollywood Star

Today 21:55 - 23:10

An exploration of Sir Michael Caine's illustrious career, from his early days in 1950s British theatre to gaining fame for his legendary contribution to cinema. [S,AD]

Sean Connery Vs James Bond

Today 23:10 - 00:25

Explore the eclectic career of Sean Connery, who, having become a star thanks to James Bond, never stopped trying to shed the image of a sexy, brutal macho that stuck to 007. [S,AD]

Thu Jan 08
Katharine Hepburn: Call Me Kate

Tomorrow 00:25 - 02:20

Feature documentary capturing Katharine Hepburn's tremendous spirit and determination, combining new and archive footage to tell the story of a true Hollywood icon. [S,AD]

Play In A Day

Tomorrow 02:20 - 03:20

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]

Dickens In Italy With David Harewood

Tomorrow 03:20 - 04:20

David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]

Inside Art: Derek Jarman At Manchester Art Gallery

Tomorrow 04:20 - 04:45

Kate Bryan pays a visit to the Manchester Art Gallery to discover more about the life and career of Derek Jarman through a retrospective exhibition. [S]

Inside Art: Glyn Philpot At Pallant House

Tomorrow 04:45 - 05:10

A portraitist famed for shaking off convention in the name of modernism, catch a glimpse of the first major exhibition of British artist Glyn Philpot. [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Tomorrow 05:10 - 06:00

Kjetil Thorsen, Wild Reindeer Pavilion, Norway: An architect with a global presence, the Norwegian's refined approach is displayed on the mountain of Snohetta. (S3, ep 6) [S]

Classic FM Live: Classical Anthems

Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:00

Alexander Armstrong and Myleene Klass present a concert of classical anthems at the Royal Albert Hall, with performances from Freddie De Tommaso, Hayato Sumino and more. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

Soft Mountain Glow: In this masterpiece, Bob uses all of his skill and experience to paint a tranquil landscape setting nestled at the base of a towering mountain. (S12, ep 11) [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00

Mountain in an Oval: Bob creates a mountain lake masterpiece enclosed in an oval frame, complete with bountiful foliage illuminated in the moonlight. (S12, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

The Orderly World of Mr Appleby: Robert Lang stars in this tale with a twist. A man married three times might be lucky for the fourth time when he meets a new interest. (S2, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 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]

Ridley Scott: The Directors

Tomorrow 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]

Discovering: Jeff Goldblum

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

Jeff Goldblum: Learn about the career of the multi-talented Jurassic Park icon Jeff Goldblum - a man celebrated for his performances in The Fly, Independence Day and more. (S15, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 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

Tomorrow 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]

Stories From The National Gallery

Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00

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]

Battle Of The Irish Dancers

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

A Fresh Start: Dedicated dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (1 of 3) [S]

Martin Scorsese: The Directors

Tomorrow 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: Forest Whitaker

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00

Forest Whitaker: Learn about the life and career an Academy Award-winning actor known for his performances in The Last King of Scotland and more. (S15, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 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

Tomorrow 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

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

Arthur: A chicken farmer murders his gold-digging girlfriend but the police can't convict him without the body. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 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]

Discovering: Sissy Spacek

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00

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]

New: Sabrina

Tomorrow 21:00 - 23:10

After her return from school in Paris, a playboy finally takes notice of his family's chauffeur's daughter, who has long had a crush on him. [S]

Alan J Pakula: The Directors

Tomorrow 23:10 - 00:10

A look into the life and career of the American film director behind All the President's Men and Sophie's Choice, and the producer of To Kill a Mockingbird. (S3, ep 8) [S]

Fri Jan 09
Midnight Movies: From The Margins To The Mainstream

Friday 00:10 - 02:05

This documentary explores how from 1970-1977, six low-budget films shown at midnight transformed the way we make and watch films. [S]

Play In A Day

Friday 02:05 - 03:05

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]

Dickens In Italy With David Harewood

Friday 03:05 - 04:05

David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]

Inside Art Special Vanguard

Friday 04:05 - 05:00

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]

The Art Of Architecture

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

Sumayya Vally, Serpentine Pavilion, London: Sumayya Vally is the youngest architect to have been invited to design and build the Serpentine Pavilion. (S3, ep 7) [S]

Jonas Kaufman at Arena Di Verona

Friday 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]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

Winter Mountain: In this masterpiece, Bob depicts a stunning snowy scene featuring icy mountains, evergreens and clusters of lacy bushes. (S12, ep 13) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:30 - 09:00

Blue River: In this Bob Ross masterpiece on black canvas, luscious green grass and fresh evergreens, along with purple and pink sky, gives the water a perfect glow. (S6, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 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

Friday 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

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

Appointment at Eleven: An angry young man accurately predicts an impending death. With Amy Douglass and Norma Crane. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Coyote Moon: A professor traveling across the country outwits three larcenous hitchhikers. Macdonald Carey stars. [S]

Martin Scorsese: The Directors

Friday 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]

Discovering: Forest Whitaker

Friday 12:00 - 13:00

Forest Whitaker: Learn about the life and career an Academy Award-winning actor known for his performances in The Last King of Scotland and more. (S15, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 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

Friday 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]

Stories From The National Gallery

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

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]

Battle Of The Irish Dancers

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: Dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (2 of 3) [S]

Nicolas Roeg: The Directors

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life of the celebrated filmmaker of hits Walkabout, Don't Look Now and Bad Timing. His unique style made him a highly influential filmmaker. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]

Discovering: Sigourney Weaver

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

Sigourney Weaver: Learn about the life and career of a Golden Globe-winning actress synonymous for her portrayal of Ellen Ripley in Ridley Scott's sci-fi thriller Alien. (S15, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 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

Friday 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

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

No Pain: A man destined to live in an iron lung fears for his life after learning of his wife's infidelity. Brian Keith and Jonna Moore star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

Anniversary Gift: Harry Morgan is the hen-pecked husband who plans to give his animal-loving wife a poisonous snake as an anniversary gift. Barbara Baxley also stars. [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Friday 20:00 - 21:00

Protest Songs: Guy Garvey explores some of history's most unforgettable protest songs, digging through the archives for powerful performances and revealing interviews. (S5, ep 1) [S]

Madness: Live At House Of Common

Friday 21:00 - 22:30

Ska legends Madness headline the August 2016 House of Common festival at Clapham Common, London, with a set featuring Our House and It Must Be Love. [S]

The Specials Live From Coventry Cathedral

Friday 22:30 - 00:05

Performing live from Coventry Cathedral Ruins in 2019, The Specials celebrate their 40th anniversary with their biggest hits, from Ghost Town to Nite Klub. [S]

Sat Jan 10
Pauline Black: A 2-Tone Story

Saturday 00:05 - 02:00

Explore Pauline Black's 40-year music career and her advocacy for racial equality amid challenges from racism and sexism. (2024) [S,AD]

Dexys Midnight Runners: Greatest Albums Live

Saturday 02:00 - 03:00

Dexys Midnight Runners: The iconic rock band perform and discuss Too-Rye-Ay, their beloved 1982 album, featuring the hit single Come On Eileen. (S1, ep 1) [S]

Lou Reed: Classic Albums

Saturday 03:00 - 04:00

...Transformer. Lou Reed and producers David Bowie and Mick Ronson reveal, track by track, how they created his seminal album, which featured Perfect Day and Walk On The Wild Side. [S]

Inside Art: Eileen Agar At Whitechapel Gallery

Saturday 04:00 - 04:30

Kate Bryan steps into the beguiling world of Eileen Agar, exploring her exhibition entitled Angel of Anarchy at the historic Whitechapel Gallery. [S]

Inside Art: Linda McCartney Retrospective

Saturday 04:30 - 05:00

Art expert Kate Bryan presents a behind the scenes look at a major exhibition of Linda McCartney's iconic photography at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool. [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Saturday 05:00 - 06:00

Niall McLaughlin, Library At Magdalene College, Cambridge: McLaughlin's work is characterised by detail, and his latest piece is a library for Magdalene College Cambridge. (S3, ep 8) [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 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 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

Saturday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:00 - 10:30

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

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00

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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 11:00 - 12:00

The Long Silence: A paralysed woman must somehow communicate the fact that her husband is a killer - before she becomes his next victim. (S1, ep 24) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 12:00 - 13:00

An Out for Oscar: After a naive man weds a beautiful woman, he learns she did not marry him for love, but for convenience. (S1, ep 25) [S]

New: Sunset Boulevard

Saturday 13:00 - 15:15

A screenwriter develops a dangerous relationship with a faded film star determined to make a triumphant return. (1950) [S]

Buster Keaton: The Genius Crushed By Hollywood

Saturday 15:15 - 16:15

A revealing look at how Buster Keaton went from being one of Hollywood's brightest stars in the mid-20s to becoming a sad, solitary alcoholic by 1933. [S,AD]

Elvis Presley: Aloha From Hawaii

Saturday 16:15 - 17:45

A spectacular concert from the King of Rock 'n' Roll at the Honolulu International Center. With hits like Suspicious Minds and Burning Love. [S]

Queen: Live In Rio 1985

Saturday 17:45 - 19:00

Queen open Rio de Janeiro's legendary ten-day Rock in Rio festival in January 1985, with hits such as Love of My Life, Tie Your Mother Down and Radio Gaga. [S]

David Bowie: A Reality Tour

Saturday 19:00 - 20:20

David Bowie performs tracks spanning his 30-plus years in the business at Point Theatre in Dublin in 2003 as part of a worldwide tour in support of his Reality album. [S]

Bowie: The Man Who Changed The World

Saturday 20:20 - 22:20

Documentary celebrating the life and legacy of David Bowie, one of the 20th century's most influential musical artists. Features interviews with those who knew him best. [S]

David Bowie: Serious Moonlight

Saturday 22:20 - 00:20

Filmed in Vancouver in 1983 during his legendary Serious Moonlight Tour, David Bowie performs hits including Heroes, Let's Dance, Life on Mars?, Rebel Rebel, and Fame. [S]

Sun Jan 11
The Rolling Stones: Welcome to Shepherd's Bush

Sunday 00:20 - 02:30

A surprise show at London's Shepherd's Bush Empire for June 8, 1999. An intimate crowd of 1800 lucky fans were treated to a number of rarely heard gems. [S]

Paul McCartney And Wings: One Hand Clapping

Sunday 02:30 - 04:00

Filmed at Abbey Road Studios in 1974 on videotape, experience the inner workings of the band as they perform together. [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]

Cream: Classic Albums

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

Disraeli Gears: Cream's Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce discuss the making of Disraeli Gears, their timeless 1967 album that solidified their status as a 'super group'. (S1, ep 2) [S]

Turandot

Sunday 06:00 - 08:30

At the Vienna State Opera, Claus Guth stages Puccini's last opera as a chamber drama of timeless topicality, with audience favourite Jonas Kaufmann in the leading role. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:30 - 09:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 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

Sunday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

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

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

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 Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 11:00 - 12:00

Death and the Joyful Woman: The secretary of a wine baron commits murder when her dream of marrying him is shattered. (S1, ep 26) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 12:00 - 13:00

Last Seen Wearing Blue Jeans: A 17-year-old British girl is inadvertently driven to Mexico by a dangerous car thief who is unaware she is sleeping in the back seat. (S1, ep 27) [S]

Sabrina

Sunday 13:00 - 15:10

After her return from school in Paris, a playboy finally takes notice of his family's chauffeur's daughter, who has long had a crush on him. [S]

Tina Turner: What's Love Live

Sunday 15:10 - 17:15

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]

Sunset Boulevard

Sunday 17:15 - 19:30

A screenwriter develops a dangerous relationship with a faded film star determined to make a triumphant return. (1950) [S]

Discovering Westerns On Film

Sunday 19:30 - 21:00

Leading British film critics Ian Nathan, Derek Malcolm and Stephen Armstrong review their greatest Western films. [S]

New: A Fistful Of Dollars

Sunday 21:00 - 22:55

A wandering gunfighter plays two rival families against each other in a town torn apart by greed, pride and revenge. (1964) [S]

Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America

Sunday 22:55 - 01:00

An homage to Italian director Sergio Leone, credited as the pioneer of the Spaghetti Western subgenre. Features interviews with Quentin Tarantino and Robert De Niro. [S]

Mon Jan 12
Blue Road: The Edna O'Brien Story

Monday 01:00 - 03:00

Edna O'Brien, 93, reflects on her life, novels and love through journals read by Jessie Buckley, with insight from writers like Gabriel Byrne. [S]

The Brontes by Anita Rani: Sisters of Disruption

Monday 03:00 - 04:00

Anita Rani explores the Brontë sisters and their enduring influence, tracking the impact Anne, Charlotte and Emily have had on millions of readers. [S]

The Great Songwriters

Monday 04:00 - 05:00

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]

Duran Duran: Classic Albums

Monday 05:00 - 06:00

...Rio. A 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]

Pavarotti In The Park

Monday 06:00 - 07:50

In celebration of his 30-year career, the late Pavarotti is accompanied by the Philharmonia Orchestra as he performs O Sole Mio and Nessun Dorma in a concert in Hyde Park. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 07:50 - 08:25

Nature's Edge: Imagine yourself nestled in a Bob Ross cabin, hidden in the midst of the plush green forest surrounded by the sounds of nature. (S6, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:25 - 09:00

Morning Mist: Join Bob as he creates a peaceful, dewy mountain scene, with a fresh morning lake and succulent evergreens. (S6, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 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

Monday 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

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Dry Run: A young thug tries to prove his worth to a mob boss by killing a rival mobster. The cast here includes a young Robert Vaughn, David White and Walter Matthau. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

The Blessington Method: The representative of a society dedicated to eliminating the elderly makes an offer to a prospective client. Dick York and Henry Jones star. [S]

Nicolas Roeg: The Directors

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

A look at the life of the celebrated filmmaker of hits Walkabout, Don't Look Now and Bad Timing. His unique style made him a highly influential filmmaker. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]

Discovering: Sigourney Weaver

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

Sigourney Weaver: Learn about the life and career of a Golden Globe-winning actress synonymous for her portrayal of Ellen Ripley in Ridley Scott's sci-fi thriller Alien. (S15, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 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

Monday 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]

Stories From Tate Britain

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

Focusing on the art and artists within Tate Britain's collection, featuring various art historians and cultural figures exploring different themes and artists. (1 of 2) [S]

Battle Of The Irish Dancers

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

Game on: Dedicated dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (3 of 3) [S]

David Lynch: The Directors

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

Remembering the life of David Lynch, the Academy Award-winning director behind Mulholland Drive, Blue Velvet and The Elephant Man, whose visionary work reshaped cinema. (S5, ep 6) [S]

Discovering: Hugh Grant

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

High Grant: Learn about the life and career of one of Britain's best-known faces, famous for performances in Love Actually, Notting Hill and Four Weddings and a Funeral. (S15, ep 13) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 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

Monday 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

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

Dead Weight: Joseph Cotten stars as a man who decides to get rid of one potential blackmailer only to deal with another. With Don Gordon and Julia Adams. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

Special Delivery: A boy's hobby of growing mushrooms in his cellar turns into a nightmare. With Peter Lazer, Steve Dunne and Beatrice Straight. [S]

Andre Rieu: Maastricht My Hometown

Monday 20:00 - 21:00

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

New: Agatha Christie's The Seven Dials Mystery

Monday 21:00 - 23:55

New. In 1925, a country house party prank turns deadly. Lady Caterham and Superintendent Battle assist in solving the country house mystery.

LSO: Inaugural Concert 2024

Monday 23:55 - 02:00

Sir Antonio Pappano inaugurates a new era for the London Symphony Orchestra. This opening night of the new season welcomes Norwegian violinist Vilde Frang. [S]

Tue Jan 13
Jamie Cullum: Live At Blenheim Palace

Tuesday 02:00 - 04:20

Jamie Cullum performs live in Oxfordshire, with tour footage and interviews from his US travels, plus highlights from his Glastonbury Festival performance in the UK. [S]

Inside Art: Night Fever At V&A Dundee

Tuesday 04:20 - 04:45

Kate Bryan explores a new exhibition that explores the relationship between club culture and design traversing the globe and spanning the 1960s to the present day. [S,AD]

Inside Art: Ruth Borchard Collection

Tuesday 04:45 - 05:10

A look at a unique body of British and Irish art dedicated to self-portraiture, consisting of the very best work of the twentieth-century and more contemporary pieces. [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Tuesday 05:10 - 06:00

David Chipperfield, Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin: The man responsible for the restoration of Neue Nationalgalerie - Sir David Chipperfield - refuses acclaim for the work. (S3, ep 9) [S]

Cirque Du Soleil: Corteo

Tuesday 06:00 - 08:00

A grand Italian-themed procession and festive parade imagined by a clown with awesome acrobatics, as the world-famous human circus explores a mysterious place between heaven and earth. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

Whispering Stream: Bob explores a narrow, winding creek which flows aimlessly through a little meadow forest. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00

Secluded Forest: Bob creates a deep-forest scene on black canvas with tall, majestic trees, rain puddles and fresh air. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

Road Hog: Raymond Massey is the father seeking revenge against a road hog who caused his son's death. Robert Emhardt also stars. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Specialty of the House: A man's dream of becoming a lifetime member of an exclusive gourmet restaurant comes true. Robert Morley stars. [S]

David Lynch: The Directors

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

Remembering the life of David Lynch, the Academy Award-winning director behind Mulholland Drive, Blue Velvet and The Elephant Man, whose visionary work reshaped cinema. (S5, ep 6) [S]

Discovering: Hugh Grant

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

High Grant: Learn about the life and career of one of Britain's best-known faces, famous for performances in Love Actually, Notting Hill and Four Weddings and a Funeral. (S15, ep 13) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 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]

Stories From Tate Britain

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

Focusing on the art and artists within Tate Britain's collection, featuring various art historians and cultural figures exploring different themes and artists. (2 of 2) [S]

Wordsworth & Coleridge Road Trip with Frank Skinner and Denise Mina

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (1 of 3) [S]

Preston Sturges: The Directors

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life of the inspirational filmmaker, who won the first-ever Academy Award for Writing Original Screenplay for his comedy film The Great McGinty. (S5, ep 7) [S]

Discovering: Leonardo DiCaprio

Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00

Leonardo DiCaprio: The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Titanic, The Revenant and Inception. (S16, ep 1) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge: A Southerner is about to be hanged for attempting to destroy a bridge vital to the Union's advance. Ronald Howard stars. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

Graduating Class: A teacher at an exclusive girls' school becomes too involved in the life of one of her students. Wendy Hiller and Robert H Harris star. [S]

The World In A Painting: Vermeer's Hat

Tuesday 20:00 - 21:15

Based on Vermeer's Hat by Timothy Brook, this documentary offers a new way of understanding the international world we live in through the lens of a 17th-century painting. [S,AD]

Peter O'Toole: Along The Sky Road to Aqaba

Tuesday 21:15 - 23:15

Feature documentary reflecting on Peter O'Toole's towering theatrical legacy. Includes interviews with Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Derek Jacobi and Stephen Fry. [S]

The Songs Of Marc Bolan & T

Tuesday 23:15 - 01:05

Rex: AngelHeaded Hipster. Documentary celebrating T. Rex frontman Marc Bolan, with a behind-the-scenes look at the album of the same name. Features interviews with music icons. [S]

Wed Jan 14
50 Years On Film: David Hockney

Wednesday 01:05 - 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: Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00

New. Derwentwater: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 1) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The..

Wednesday 03:00 - 04:00

...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]

Inside Art: Masterpieces From Buckingham Palace

Wednesday 04:00 - 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 Architecture

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

Dolunay Villa, Turkey, Foster + Partners: Overlooking the Aegean Sea, the Dolunay Villa began as a sketch but transformed into something truly spectacular. Series finale. (S3, ep 10) [S]

LSO: Inaugural Concert 2024

Wednesday 06:00 - 08:05

Sir Antonio Pappano inaugurates a new era for the London Symphony Orchestra. This opening night of the new season welcomes Norwegian violinist Vilde Frang. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:05 - 08:35

Snow Trail: Follow Bob along a trail covered in fresh white snow, surrounded by warm colours and fuzzy bark trees. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:35 - 09:05

Arctic Beauty: Bob uncovers a purple night-sky scene with a towering snow-topped mountain overlooking a gentle river. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:05 - 09:35

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 09:35 - 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 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

Wednesday 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]

Preston Sturges: The Directors

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

A look at the life of the inspirational filmmaker, who won the first-ever Academy Award for Writing Original Screenplay for his comedy film The Great McGinty. (S5, ep 7) [S]

Discovering: Leonardo DiCaprio

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

Leonardo DiCaprio: The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Titanic, The Revenant and Inception. (S16, ep 1) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Van Gogh By Vincent

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

In a career that lasted only ten years, Vincent van Gogh painted one subject more than any other: himself. This is the story of Vincent told using eight of his self-portraits. [S]

Wordsworth & Coleridge Road Trip with Frank Skinner and Denise Mina

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (2 of 3) [S]

Mervyn Leroy: The Directors

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and career of the Hollywood filmmaker, famous for directing films such as the Academy Award-nominated Blossoms in the Dust and Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo. (S5, ep 8) [S]

Discovering: Kate Winslet

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

Kate Winslet: The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in Titanic, The Holiday and Sense and Sensibility. (S16, ep 2) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

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

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

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]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

New. Derwentwater: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 1) [S,AD]

Douglas Adams: The Man Who Imagined Our Future

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:30

Douglas Adams was a visionary in sci-fi, comedy and activism, campaigning for endangered species and climate change long before his time. [S,AD]

Decoding Turner

Wednesday 22:30 - 00:30

What if JMW Turner's paintings are not what they seem? Enthusiasts and experts embark on a Da Vinci Code-esque quest to reveal the hidden codes they believe are woven into his art. [S,AD]