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36: Sky Arts

Thu Apr 03
Inside Art Special...

Today 03:50 - 04:45

...Vanguard: 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]

National Trust: National Treasures

Today 04:45 - 06:00

Ham House: Explore this Stuart mansion in Richmond. Built in 1610 for Sir Thomas Vavasour, it is reputedly one of the most haunted houses in Britain. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 8) [S]

Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza

Today 06:00 - 08:00

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]

The Joy Of Painting

Today 08:00 - 08:30

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

The Joy Of Painting

Today 08:30 - 09:00

New. Horizons West: Take a hike with Bob and soak up the beauty of fresh skies over sun-glistened mountains. (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 09:00 - 09:30

Down Along the Sheltering Palms: An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems... and the past suddenly comes alive. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 09:30 - 10:00

A Vorpal Blade: Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany. Von Baden was a witness, but he also harbours a shocking secret. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 10:00 - 10:30

Silent Witness: A professor takes the life of the beautiful, blackmailing female student he has been having a sexual affair with. (S3, ep 5) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 10:30 - 11:00

Reward to Finder: When $5,200 in lost cash is found by a man, he gets into a potentially deadly conflict with his wife about what to do with it. (S3, ep 6) [S]

Classic Movies: The Producers

Today 11:00 - 12:00

A hilarious film with dark satire on the nature of art and history, this movie sees Mel Brooks announce his gift for spoof as 'two schnooks' set out to make a Broadway flop. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]

Celebrity Special: Landscape...

Today 12:00 - 13:00

...Artist Of The Year. Artists take to the town of Whitstable as six celebrities including Jordan Stephens and Rose Matafeo submit their own entries. (S7, ep 9) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 13:00 - 13:30

The Wrong'un: After closing a deal, a German businessman meets an attractive but mysterious girl in a hotel bar. Despite the staff's warnings, he invites her up to his room... (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 13:30 - 14:00

The Luncheon: Tony eats a pricey meal with the extravagant wife of a filmmaker who wants the rights to his book. However, lunch turns out to be full of surprises. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Stories From The National...

Today 14:00 - 15:00

...Gallery. Kate Bryan explores the founding of the National Gallery, talking to curators about the original collection and taking a close look at the building's architecture. (1 of 2) [S]

Classic Movies: I'm All...

Today 15:00 - 16:00

...Right, Jack. Explore the intricacies of a brilliant workplace farce - not only a razor-sharp political satire, but an indelible slice of postwar British life. (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]

Discovering: Sean Connery

Today 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and legendary career of the original James Bond - Academy Award-winning Sean Connery. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year

Today 17:00 - 18:00

Best Of: Discover the best moments from this year's competition, which saw more hopefuls go head-to-head to be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S7, ep 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:00 - 18:30

The Tribute: Three aristocratic women hear of the death of a woman who once served them as a nanny. They agree to go for lunch in her memory... but a shock is in store for them. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Douglas Adams: The Man Who...

Today 18:30 - 20:00

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

New: Science Fiction In The...

Today 20:00 - 21:00

...Atomic Age. New. Mary Shelley to Isaac Asimov: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is often seen as the first sci-fi work, joined by early pieces from More, Swift, Wells and Huxley. (S1, ep 1) [S]

New: The Man Who Fell to Earth

Today 21:00 - 23:40

David Bowie stars as a humanoid alien who arrives on Earth looking for a source of water to save his dying planet. Cult sci-fi with Candy Clark. (1976) [S,AD]

Bowie: The Man Who Changed The...

Today 23:40 - 01:40

...World. 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]

Fri Apr 04
Offended By Irvine Welsh

Tomorrow 01:40 - 02:40

The novelist explores the topic of offense as he discusses the risk of upsetting people in the current climate. Strong language from the start and scenes which some may find offensive. [S,AD]

Punchdrunk: Behind The Mask

Tomorrow 02:40 - 03:40

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]

Norman Mailer On Picasso:...

Tomorrow 03:40 - 04:10

...The South Bank Show Originals. Melvyn Bragg revisits the time when he met Norman Mailer at his home in Cape Cod to discuss his book Portrait of Picasso as a Young Man. (S7, ep 1) [S]

Velvet Underground: The...

Tomorrow 04:10 - 04:40

...South Bank Show Originals. This South Bank Show from 1986 tells the story of The Velvet Underground - one of the most influential rock groups of all time. (S7, ep 2) [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Tomorrow 04:40 - 06:00

Bateman's: Explore the Jacobean house, home of Rudyard Kipling in the 1930s. The interior and grounds reflect the author's association with the East. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]

Reinventing The Orchestra With...

Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:00

...Charles Hazlewood. Charles explores the concept of orchestral teamwork through Mozart and his 40th symphony - showcasing how composers utilise a team to full effect. (1 of 6) [S]

Musical Masterpieces

Tomorrow 07:00 - 08:00

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]

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

High Chateau: Bob uncovers a secret loft hidden in the woods, surrounded by evergreens, green bushes and grass. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00

Country Life: Bob ventures from home to the farm and a big red barn with a rickety wooden fence, capturing vivid childhood memories. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

The Wrong'un: After closing a deal, a German businessman meets an attractive but mysterious girl in a hotel bar. Despite the staff's warnings, he invites her up to his room... (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

The Luncheon: Tony eats a pricey meal with the extravagant wife of a filmmaker who wants the rights to his book. However, lunch turns out to be full of surprises. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

Enough Rope for Two: An ex-convict plans on killing his double-crossing partner and maybe even his ex-girlfriend after they help him recover the stolen money he hid. (S3, ep 7) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

Last Request: A man about to be executed for a murder he did not commit uses a last request to outline his version of events. (S3, ep 8) [S]

Classic Movies: I'm All...

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

...Right, Jack. Explore the intricacies of a brilliant workplace farce - not only a razor-sharp political satire, but an indelible slice of postwar British life. (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

Best Of: Discover the best moments from this year's competition, which saw more hopefuls go head-to-head to be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S7, ep 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

The Tribute: Three aristocratic women hear of the death of a woman who once served them as a nanny. They agree to go for lunch in her memory... but a shock is in store for them. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00

Hit and Run: Dr Roger Ashburn's beautiful wife tells him their marriage is over. Devastated, he begins a new life. Then, a familiar patient is brought into his hospital. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]

The Art Of Architecture:...

Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00

...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]

Classic Movies: Murder On...

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

...The Orient Express. Unravel the genius behind the definitive Agatha Christie adaptation, featuring a stellar cast of train-bound suspects including Albert Finney. (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]

Discovering: Robin Williams

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

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]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00

Elizabeth Day, Khadija Mellah, Nick Grimshaw: The opening heat of 2022's search gets underway. Season premiere. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

Youth from Vienna: Being admired by the inventor of an anti-ageing formula is handy for Caroline, who is eager to keep her looks. But a man forces her to make a big decision. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

Turn the Tide: Criminal lawyer Slade has his reasons for wanting his colleague dead. He meticulously plans the perfect murder. But there's one thing that he overlooks. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

The Young One: A rebellious teenage girl uses any means necessary to get free of her overly protective aunt who is raising her. (S3, ep 9) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00

The Diplomatic Corpse: A married couple is set to inherit £30,000 when the wife's aunt riding with them dies, but in Mexico while transporting her body, she is stolen. (S3, ep 10) [S]

The Genesis Songbook

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:20

The line-up changed, the style evolved, but the hits kept coming. From Peter Gabriel to Phil Collins, Invisible Touch to I Can't Dance, a documentary that charts the inspiration of Genesis. [S]

Marillion: All One Tonight

Tomorrow 21:20 - 23:00

Neo-progressive rock icons Marillion perform at the Royal Albert Hall for the first time in their near 40-year career, joined by In Praise of Folly and guests. [S]

Revolution Of Sound: Tangerine...

Tomorrow 23:00 - 00:40

...Dream. For the first time, we see Tangerine Dream backstage, on tour in Europe and the US and more in this history of the band: a tribute to the musician Edgar Froese. [S]

Sat Apr 05
Gary Numan Resurrection

Saturday 00:40 - 02:20

Following the fascinating story of British Rock Star Gary Numan, this documentary timelines his turbulent careers - from the crushing lows to the exhilarating highs. [S]

The Ronnie Wood Show

Saturday 02:20 - 03:20

Sir Paul McCartney jams and reminisces with Ronnie Wood, sharing brilliant anecdotes from The Beatles' heyday and revealing the hits that have influenced his phenomenal career. (S1, ep 11) [S]

The Black Crowes At The Lyric...

Saturday 03:20 - 04:40

...Oxford: Live from the Artists Den. Revisit The Black Crowes' live performance from the Artists Den at The Lyric Oxford where they delivered their hit Twice As Hard and more. [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Saturday 04:40 - 06:00

Castle Ward: Explore this 18th-century mansion in County Down, famed for its architectural contrasts. Can Classical and Gothic styles work in unity? Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]

Carlos Acosta: The South Bank Show

Saturday 06:00 - 06:55

Hosted by Melvyn Bragg, this three-part series showcases talent from acting, comedy and dance. This time, he is joined by Carlos Acosta - a Cuban ballet superstar. (3 of 3) [S]

Cinderella

Saturday 06:55 - 08:30

A 1965 film of the classic fairytale set to a Rodgers and Hammerstein score. Although mistreated by her cruel family, Cinderella attends the royal ball thanks to a fairy godmother. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:30 - 09:00

Clerical Error: While winding up his late father's affairs, Paul finds a bill demanding over £1,000 for pornography. He's suspicious of the claim... for a very good reason. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

Heir Presumptuous: George is murdered, and one of his nephews is seen fleeing the scene. The problem is his nephews are identical twins. Sheriff Milt Singleton investigates. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

Down Along the Sheltering Palms: An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems... and the past suddenly comes alive. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:00 - 10:30

A Vorpal Blade: Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany. Von Baden was a witness, but he also harbours a shocking secret. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00

The Wrong'un: After closing a deal, a German businessman meets an attractive but mysterious girl in a hotel bar. Despite the staff's warnings, he invites her up to his room... (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 11:00 - 12:00

Final Vow: A valuable statuette thrusts an elderly nun, a veteran criminal and a wavering novice into a maelstrom of inexorable virtue. (S1, ep 6) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 12:00 - 13:00

Annabel: A disturbed man's alternate identity snares others into a perilous web, turning his personal dream world into a nightmare for all. (S1, ep 7) [S]

New: Avanti!

Saturday 13:00 - 15:40

A successful businessman goes to Italy to arrange for the return of his tycoon father's body - discovering that Dad died with his long-time mistress. (1972) [S]

Science Fiction In The...

Saturday 15:40 - 16:40

...Atomic Age. New. Mary Shelley to Isaac Asimov: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is often seen as the first sci-fi work, joined by early pieces from More, Swift, Wells and Huxley. (S1, ep 1) [S]

Rolling Stones - Rock And Roll Circus

Saturday 16:40 - 18:00

...Roll Circus. Film documenting an unconventional 1968 performance from rock legends the Rolling Stones, the Who, John Lennon, Eric Clapton and others. [S]

Cream: Classic Albums

Saturday 18:00 - 19:00

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]

Classic Artists: Cream

Saturday 19:00 - 21:30

The definitive story of 60s rock supergroup Cream, featuring concert footage and interviews with Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce. [S]

The Yardbirds

Saturday 21:30 - 23:15

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]

Buddy Holly: Rave On

Saturday 23:15 - 00:35

Uncover the story of singer-songwriter Buddy Holly's tragically short life and career, with interviews from those closest to him painting a picture of a man who changed music. [S]

Sun Apr 06
Elvis On Tour (1972)

Sunday 00:35 - 02:20

Documentary capturing Elvis Presley at his flamboyant best on his 1972 American tour, including rehearsals, interviews, archival footage and backstage moments. [S]

Peter, Paul And Mary:...

Sunday 02:20 - 03:35

...At Newport 1963-65. Documentary with never-before-seen performances from revered folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary at Newport 1963-65. From Emmy-winning producer-director Jim Brown. [S]

Discovering: John Lennon

Sunday 03:35 - 04:35

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the former Beatle's death, an extensive collection of TV interviews paint a unique portrait of the singer-songwriter, political activist and icon. [S]

Fatboy Slim: Isle of Wight...

Sunday 04:35 - 05:00

...Festival Greatest Hits. Relive the icon's 2019 set, filled with his biggest hits including Right Here, Right Now, Praise You and Renegade Master. [S]

Music Icons: Women Who Rock

Sunday 05:00 - 05:30

The 60s saw A-list bands fronted by artists such as Grace Slick and Janis Joplin. And the women's liberation movement birthed more female rockers like Suzi Quatro. (S4, ep 4) [S]

Music Icons: Songs For The...

Sunday 05:30 - 06:00

...People. Folk music gained its power with acts like The Freedom Singers focusing on the Civil Rights Movement, paving the way for legends like Joan Baez and Pete Seeger. (S4, ep 5) [S]

Mozart: The Magic Flute

Sunday 06:00 - 08:30

Enjoy Mozart's globally-acclaimed opera, performed in Salzburg, as Tamino and Papageno embark on a quest led by love, loyalty and one magic flute. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:30 - 09:00

The Luncheon: Tony eats a pricey meal with the extravagant wife of a filmmaker who wants the rights to his book. However, lunch turns out to be full of surprises. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:00 - 09:30

The Tribute: Three aristocratic women hear of the death of a woman who once served them as a nanny. They agree to go for lunch in her memory... but a shock is in store for them. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:30 - 10:00

Hit and Run: Dr Roger Ashburn's beautiful wife tells him their marriage is over. Devastated, he begins a new life. Then, a familiar patient is brought into his hospital. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

Youth from Vienna: Being admired by the inventor of an anti-ageing formula is handy for Caroline, who is eager to keep her looks. But a man forces her to make a big decision. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

Turn the Tide: Criminal lawyer Slade has his reasons for wanting his colleague dead. He meticulously plans the perfect murder. But there's one thing that he overlooks. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 11:00 - 12:00

House Guest: The life of a young boy is saved by a recently discharged vet, who is invited into the grateful parents' home - but he soon becomes an unwelcome guest. (S1, ep 8) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 12:00 - 13:00

The Black Curtain: A mugging jogs the memory of an amnesiac, who remembers he is being sought for murder. (S1, ep 9) [S]

Appointment With Death

Sunday 13:00 - 14:50

When an abusive, overbearing ex-prison wardress is found dead at an archaeological dig, sleuth Hercule Poirot sets out to solve the complicated murder. (1988) [S,AD]

The Sound Of Music Live

Sunday 14:50 - 17:10

Grammy Award winner Carrie Underwood and True Blood's Stephen Moyer star in the stage version of the iconic musical, from the Academy Award-winning producers of Smash and Chicago. [S]

Bagpipes - A Celebration

Sunday 17:10 - 18:10

New. Bagpipes: A Celebration showcases Scotland's iconic bagpipe music with stunning landscapes, top pipe bands, soloists, and rich musical history. [S,AD]

The Music Of Buddy Holly...

Sunday 18:10 - 20:00

...& The Crickets: The definitive story of how Buddy Holly became an icon of rock's first generation. Features the hits That'll Be The Day and Peggy Sue. Narrated by Paul Gambaccini. [S,AD]

New: Avanti!

Sunday 20:00 - 22:40

A successful businessman goes to Italy to arrange for the return of his tycoon father's body - discovering that Dad died with his long-time mistress. (1972) [S]

Science Fiction In The...

Sunday 22:40 - 23:40

...Atomic Age. New. Mary Shelley to Isaac Asimov: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is often seen as the first sci-fi work, joined by early pieces from More, Swift, Wells and Huxley. (S1, ep 1) [S]

The Man Who Fell to Earth

Sunday 23:40 - 02:20

David Bowie stars as a humanoid alien who arrives on Earth looking for a source of water to save his dying planet. Cult sci-fi with Candy Clark. (1976) [S,AD]

Mon Apr 07
Editors: Berlin Live

Monday 02:20 - 03:40

Editors: Presenting high-energy concerts by stars of the music industry, see world-famous bands and figures perform to audiences at SchwuZ, Berlin. [S]

The Great Songwriters

Monday 03:40 - 04:40

Richard Ashcroft: The Verve's former frontman Richard Ashcroft discusses the art of songwriting and his life in the music industry, and also performs a selection of his tracks. (2 of 6) [S]

Discovering: Paul Simon

Monday 04:40 - 05:05

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]

Music Icons: British Metal

Monday 05:05 - 05:30

A look at the explosion of British heavy metal music and the headbanging era that gave rise to bands like Judas Priest, Saxon and Iron Maiden. (S4, ep 6) [S]

Music Icons: Soul Crooners

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

A walk through the journey of soul music, which started as uplifting black gospel music and grew into the music we love from artists like Billy Ocean. (S4, ep 7) [S]

Gilbert & Sullivan: A Motley Pair

Monday 06:00 - 06:30

Simon Butteriss explores how the D'Oyly Carte's Comedy Opera Company assembled for The Sorcerer, and how HMS Pinafore and Pirates of Penzance paved the way for the modern musical. [S]

Pavarotti: The Duets - The...

Monday 06:30 - 08:00

...Best of Pavarotti and Friends. Witness the iconic operatic tenor collaborate with a host of stars within the industry as Luciano Pavarotti's legacy lives. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

Western Expanse: Bob creates a masterpiece featuring powerful clouds, rolling hills and winding river waters, using only his special painting knife. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:30 - 09:00

Marshlands: Bob creates a beautiful scene with still blue waters and bright green mossy trees. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

The Tribute: Three aristocratic women hear of the death of a woman who once served them as a nanny. They agree to go for lunch in her memory... but a shock is in store for them. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:30 - 10:00

Hit and Run: Dr Roger Ashburn's beautiful wife tells him their marriage is over. Devastated, he begins a new life. Then, a familiar patient is brought into his hospital. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

The Young One: A rebellious teenage girl uses any means necessary to get free of her overly protective aunt who is raising her. (S3, ep 9) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

The Diplomatic Corpse: A married couple is set to inherit £30,000 when the wife's aunt riding with them dies, but in Mexico while transporting her body, she is stolen. (S3, ep 10) [S]

Classic Movies: Murder On...

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

...The Orient Express. Unravel the genius behind the definitive Agatha Christie adaptation, featuring a stellar cast of train-bound suspects including Albert Finney. (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

Elizabeth Day, Khadija Mellah, Nick Grimshaw: The opening heat of 2022's search gets underway. Season premiere. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

Youth from Vienna: Being admired by the inventor of an anti-ageing formula is handy for Caroline, who is eager to keep her looks. But a man forces her to make a big decision. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:30 - 14:00

Turn the Tide: Criminal lawyer Slade has his reasons for wanting his colleague dead. He meticulously plans the perfect murder. But there's one thing that he overlooks. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]

Sing When You Are Winning:...

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

...How Football Fans Became An Opera Chorus. Nicky Spence recruits 40 football fans to appear in an opera about football which will be performed in time for the Qatar World Cup. [S,AD]

Classic Movies: The Deer...

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

...Hunter. An Oscar-winning epic about the damaging effects of war, pioneering a radically new way of depicting the atrocities. Starring Robert De Niro. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]

Discovering: Robert De Niro

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

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,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

Lulu, Alex Brooker, Phil Manzanera: The artists create portraits to get the ball rolling in the second heat of 2022's competition. (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

The Dirty Detail: Vietnam veteran Fred Pearson is a broken man after years of punishment from his sergeant. But years later, he gets his chance for revenge. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

The Deadly: A plumber who blackmails housewives over false claims of having affairs meets one who has an idea about stopping him. (S3, ep 11) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

Miss Paisley's Cat: An elderly woman's beloved alley cat is killed by the local bookie, sending her down a path of rage. (S3, ep 12) [S]

Andre Rieu: The Flying Dutchman

Monday 20:00 - 21:15

The violin sensation's stunning gala concert from the Kerkrade Stadium, featuring Somewhere Over The Rainbow, O Fortuna and Volare, as well as equestrian riders and fireworks. [S]

Andre Rieu: The Flying Dutchman

Monday 21:15 - 22:30

The violin sensation's stunning gala concert from the Kerkrade Stadium, featuring Somewhere Over The Rainbow, O Fortuna and Volare, as well as equestrian riders and fireworks. [S]

Nutcracker

Monday 22:30 - 00:15

Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. [S]

Tue Apr 08
Cirque Du Soleil: Delirium

Tuesday 00:15 - 02:00

The jubilant human circus presents an intense blend of giddy acrobatics, wonderful music, colourful dancers and multimedia projections. [S]

John Malkovich: Just Call...

Tuesday 02:00 - 03:25

...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]

Play In A Day

Tuesday 03:25 - 04:25

Dance: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (1 of 3) [S]

Opera North's Resonance

Tuesday 04:25 - 04:40

Somewhere: Musician Nwando Ebizie and director Juliet Ellis connect as dancer Jahmiah Simpson floats between the waking world and the dream world. (3 of 3) [S]

National Trust: Garden Treasures

Tuesday 04:40 - 06:00

Sissinghurst: Take a tour around the castle gardens created by Vita Sackville-West. One of the best-loved gardens in England, it is designed as a series of rooms. Penelope Keith narrates. [S,AD]

Arts Uncovered

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:15

Arts Uncovered joins the stage managers at the Royal Opera House as they prepare for a new production at the iconic Covent Garden venue. [S]

Cirque Du Soleil: Delirium

Tuesday 06:15 - 08:00

The jubilant human circus presents an intense blend of giddy acrobatics, wonderful music, colourful dancers and multimedia projections. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

Blaze of Colour: Evening sky sets in, giving way to a perfect glow. Bob makes a black canvas come to life with his magical brush strokes. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00

Winter Cabin: In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob gently places a magical little wooden shanty upon a bed of soft snow. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

Youth from Vienna: Being admired by the inventor of an anti-ageing formula is handy for Caroline, who is eager to keep her looks. But a man forces her to make a big decision. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

Turn the Tide: Criminal lawyer Slade has his reasons for wanting his colleague dead. He meticulously plans the perfect murder. But there's one thing that he overlooks. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

The Deadly: A plumber who blackmails housewives over false claims of having affairs meets one who has an idea about stopping him. (S3, ep 11) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Miss Paisley's Cat: An elderly woman's beloved alley cat is killed by the local bookie, sending her down a path of rage. (S3, ep 12) [S]

Classic Movies: The Deer...

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

...Hunter. An Oscar-winning epic about the damaging effects of war, pioneering a radically new way of depicting the atrocities. Starring Robert De Niro. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

Lulu, Alex Brooker, Phil Manzanera: The artists create portraits to get the ball rolling in the second heat of 2022's competition. (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

The Dirty Detail: Vietnam veteran Fred Pearson is a broken man after years of punishment from his sergeant. But years later, he gets his chance for revenge. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00

The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]

Skinner & Mina's Literary...

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

...Road Trip: Pope & Swift. Frank and Denise meet Ian Hislop to discover how Pope and Swift created satire that still influences writers today, before exploring Pope's grotto. (1 of 3) [S,AD]

The Art Of The Garden

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

Dan Pearson, Lowther Castle, Cumbria: Challenged to build a garden within the ruins of Lowther Castle, Dan Pearson looked to the gardens of Ninfa near Rome for inspiration. (1 of 6) [S]

Discovering: Alain Delon

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

A glimpse into the life of French star and winner of the 2019 Honorary Palme d'Or, Alain Delon. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00

Suggs, Miquita Oliver, Eve Muirhead: The competition continues as the artists create portraits and present them to the judges. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

Night of the Execution: A struggling deputy DA who gets a murder conviction against a man for killing his wife is confronted by another who claims he committed the crime. (S3, ep 13) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

The Percentage: Eddie Slovak meets an old Army buddy named Pete who once saved his life, but Pete's wife Louise falls for Eddie and the two form a romantic bond. (S3, ep 14) [S]

Les Miserables: The Staged Concert

Tuesday 20:00 - 22:55

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

Les Miserables And Victor...

Tuesday 22:55 - 00:10

...Hugo. This documentary highlights Hugo's impact on Les Miserables, and above all, how Les Miserables made Hugo a man of the people. Yesterday and today. [S]

Wed Apr 09
The Black Italian Renaissance

Wednesday 00:10 - 02:10

Uncover the untold story of African people who lived during the Italian Renaissance, often appearing in famous paintings only to be unacknowledged and hidden in plain sight. [S]

Paul McCartney: Urban Myths

Wednesday 02:10 - 02:40

A heartfelt look at how Paul McCartney dreamt the melody of one of the greatest songs of the twentieth century, 'Yesterday'. (S3, ep 7) [S]

Les Dawson's Parisienne...

Wednesday 02:40 - 03:10

...Adventure: Urban Myths. The stand-up comedian flees to Paris to pursue his dream of becoming a novelist, but winds up becoming a pianist in a brothel. [S]

Unmuted

Wednesday 03:10 - 03:40

Buzzy magazine-style show exploring the best of art trends and cultural events. Comedians Big Zuu, Rosie Jones and artist Hannah Lim are all on the hit list this week. (2 of 4) [S]

Marina Abramovic Takes...

Wednesday 03:40 - 04:40

...Over TV. The world-renowned artist plays host as she brings her unique vision to television, diving deep into the origins of performance art in a show full of surprises. (4 of 6) [S]

National Trust: Garden Treasures

Wednesday 04:40 - 06:00

Stourhead: Take a tour of the garden of this spectacular estate, set out in a classic 18th-century design, inspired by the painters Claude, Poussin and Dughet. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]

Classic FM Live: Great...

Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00

...British Classics. New. A celebration of great British classics. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

Secluded Lake: With brush in hand, Bob sets off on a summertime nature walk and uncovers the beauty of leafy trees and pond. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00

Evergreens at Sunset: Using a different techniques, Bob creates a spellbinding scene. Watch the sun drop below the horizon, just behind the shadow of trees. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

The Dirty Detail: Vietnam veteran Fred Pearson is a broken man after years of punishment from his sergeant. But years later, he gets his chance for revenge. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

Night of the Execution: A struggling deputy DA who gets a murder conviction against a man for killing his wife is confronted by another who claims he committed the crime. (S3, ep 13) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

The Percentage: Eddie Slovak meets an old Army buddy named Pete who once saved his life, but Pete's wife Louise falls for Eddie and the two form a romantic bond. (S3, ep 14) [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

Dan Pearson, Lowther Castle, Cumbria: Challenged to build a garden within the ruins of Lowther Castle, Dan Pearson looked to the gardens of Ninfa near Rome for inspiration. (1 of 6) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

Suggs, Miquita Oliver, Eve Muirhead: The competition continues as the artists create portraits and present them to the judges. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]

Anish Kapoor: Stupid...

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

...Naughty Boy. Tasked with the installation of two ambitious shows during the Venice Biennale of 2022, the 70-year-old Anish Kapoor is documented by art critic Waldemar Januszczak. [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

Arabella Lennox-Boyd, Gresgarth Hall, Lancashire: Arabella Lennox-Boyd is the doyenne of garden designers. At Gresgarth Hall, she has been laying out a garden for 40 years. (2 of 6) [S]

Discovering: Maggie Smith

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

Take a look at the life and career of Academy Award-winning Dame Maggie Smith as we mark the sad passing of one of the UK's most cherished acting greats. (S10, ep 13) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

Bruno Tonioli, Yolanda Brown, Helen Sharman: The competition rolls on with the artists creating and presenting portraits to the judges. (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

Together: A husband gets locked in a secure office with the body of the beautiful young mistress he just killed. (S3, ep 15) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

Sylvia: A man fears his mentally unstable daughter has bought a gun to kill herself, but he might have it all wrong. (S3, ep 16) [S]

The Art Of Architecture:...

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

...Great Museums Of The World. A walk through some of the most remarkable museums ever, including Spain's Museum of Arts and Sciences and the Swiss Museum designed by Renzo Piano. [S]

I Am Burt Reynolds

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:45

New & Exclusive. Family and friends of the iconic Hollywood actor come together to share memories of his life and fruitful career. [S,AD]

Spike Milligan: The Unseen...

Wednesday 22:45 - 00:20

...Archive. 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]

Thu Apr 10
Steve Martin And The Steep...

Thursday 00:20 - 02:35

...Canyon Rangers With Edie Brickell. Enjoy Grammy-winning music from Steve Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers, featuring Edie Brickell, in their first-ever live concert performance. [S]

Sound Of Freedom

Thursday 02:35 - 03:50

From the chansons of the French Revolution to the labour movement and the resistance against the Nazi Regime. (1 of 2) [S]

Rankin's 2020

Thursday 03:50 - 04:20

Nature: Actress Jaime Winstone, art curator Aindrea Emelife and award-winning photojournalist join Rankin to choose the best photos capturing 2020 within the theme of nature. (5 of 6) [S]

Rankin's 2020

Thursday 04:20 - 04:45

Fun: In the final episode, Rankin takes a stunning action portrait of a tennis star, and is re-joined by Brett Rogers and Layton Williams to choose the best public entry. (6 of 6) [S]

National Trust: Garden Treasures

Thursday 04:45 - 06:00

Kingston Lacy: Take a tour of this spectacular garden, which includes a Victorian fernery, a sunken garden made in 1906 and an Iron Age hill fort. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]

Opera North's Resonance

Thursday 06:00 - 06:15

Finding 15: Artist JulianKnxx and soul musician THABO come together in a powerful evocation of Bantutronic philosophy, exploring Bantu culture of the past and the future. (1 of 3) [S]

Nutcracker

Thursday 06:15 - 08:00

Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

Mountain Cabin: To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance. (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:30 - 09:00

Portrait of Sally: Visiting artist Ben Stahl uses a more traditional painting method to bring out the pure innocence of a little girl. (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:30 - 10:00

Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Together: A husband gets locked in a secure office with the body of the beautiful young mistress he just killed. (S3, ep 15) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Sylvia: A man fears his mentally unstable daughter has bought a gun to kill herself, but he might have it all wrong. (S3, ep 16) [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Thursday 11:00 - 12:00

Arabella Lennox-Boyd, Gresgarth Hall, Lancashire: Arabella Lennox-Boyd is the doyenne of garden designers. At Gresgarth Hall, she has been laying out a garden for 40 years. (2 of 6) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Thursday 12:00 - 13:00

Bruno Tonioli, Yolanda Brown, Helen Sharman: The competition rolls on with the artists creating and presenting portraits to the judges. (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:30 - 14:00

The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]

Stories From The National...

Thursday 14:00 - 15:00

...Gallery. Kate journeys through the gallery's 200-year history with a look at the Turner bequest, before exploring the impressionist works by Van Gogh, Monet and Seurat. (2 of 2) [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

Tom Stuart-Smith, Hepworth Wakefield Gallery Garden: The award-winning Tom Stuart Smith is a garden extraordinaire, but his latest task could pose the greatest challenge. (3 of 6) [S]

Discovering: Ben Kingsley

Thursday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the Academy Award-winning actor, best known for his starring role in Gandhi. He has also appeared in films such as Shutter Island and Iron Man 3. (S11, ep 1) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022

Thursday 17:00 - 18:00

Dame Stella Rimington, Big Zuu, Alexis Ffrench: The competition continues with the artists creating portraits of celebrity guests. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

The Motive: A man, who has a theory that murders committed without motive are rarely solved, is coaxed by his friend into killing someone. (S3, ep 17) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 19:30 - 20:00

Miss Bracegirdle Does Her Girdle: Millicent Bracegirdle, an elderly woman, decides to go to Paris. But her trip goes awry when she ends up trapped with a murderer. (S3, ep 18) [S]

New: Science Fiction In The...

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

New. Arthur C Clarke to Ray Bradbury: Explore how WWII shifted national literature and media power, with American tradition dominating post-war in influence and success. (S1, ep 2) [S]

New: The War Of The Worlds

Thursday 21:00 - 22:45

HG Wells' classic sci-fi yarn sees Martians landing on Earth and toasting the planet with heat rays. A scientist works desperately to find their weakness. (1953) [S]

Fantastic Planet

Thursday 22:45 - 00:15

On a faraway planet where blue giants rule, oppressed humanoids rebel against their machine-like leaders. (1973) [S]

Fri Apr 11
Stephen King On Screen

Friday 00:15 - 02:15

Documentary exploring the on-screen adaptations of the iconic author's works, starting with the 1976 classic Carrie, as told by the directors who helped bring them to life. [S,AD]