Friday 15:00 - 16:00
1981: Elbow frontman Guy Garvey lifts the lid on two decades of TV gold. Here, he takes you through 1981, reflecting on the year's defining musical performances. (4 of 5) [S]
36: Sky Arts
Fri Jul 10
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in Still Alice, Boogie Nights and The End of the Affair. (S16, ep 12) [S]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Robert Rinder, Katie Piper, Don Letts: The fifth heat gets underway as nine artists hoping to impress the judges. (S7, ep 5) [S]
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
O, Youth and Beauty!: A former hurdler now drinks too much and fails to earn enough money to pay for his lifestyle. Despondent, he decides to try one last "race". Gary Merrill stars. [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
The Money: Larry and Angie Chetnik find themselves constantly bickering about money. Larry visits his father's one-time friend to land a job that he hopes will solve his problems. [S]
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]
Friday 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]
Friday 22:45 - 23:40
The Rolling Stones perform at London's legendary Marquee club in March 1971, showcasing tracks from their then-upcoming album Sticky Fingers. [S]
Friday 23:40 - 01:10
At the height of their musical prowess, The Doors perform all their classic hits during their legendary 1968 concert at the Hollywood Bowl. [S]
Sat Jul 11
Today 01:10 - 03:25
The Who perform at the peak of their success in 1975. Electrifying concert from the rock legends, shortly before the demise of exuberant drummer Keith Moon. [S]
Today 03:25 - 03:50
A look at the rise of rock opera pioneers The Who, from their formation at school in Acton, London, to their award-winning albums and sell out tours around the world. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 03:50 - 05:05
A Sky Original two-part series hosted by Imelda May exploring Ireland's rich history of literary talent - often inspired by a land embellished in natural beauty. (2 of 2) [S]
Today 05:05 - 06:00
Passport to Pimlico: One of the great British comedies the plot of Passport to Pimlico is absurd. A combination of fantasy and realism told with a light touch. (S4, ep 3) [S]
Today 06:00 - 08:15
Join Ratty, Badger, Mole and the impulsive Toad as they embark on a series of riotous adventures spiralling from Toad's insatiable need for speed. [S]
Today 08:15 - 08:50
A Man with a Fortune: A rich and lonely American ventures to England in search of his long-lost family. But when he meets Jane and her flatmate Eva, things begin to go wrong. (S5, ep 16) [S,AD]
Today 08:50 - 09:25
Who's Got the Lady?: When a piece of art is stolen, the gallery owner gets his girlfriend to make copies of it to sell. But did the work ever really leave the building? (S5, ep 17) [S,AD]
Today 09:25 - 10:00
The Skeleton Key: A woman discovers a nasty side to her husband's personality when he goes into hospital before a holiday. (S5, ep 18) [S,AD]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
A Passing Opportunity: Frank is struggling financially and will do anything for money. When he meets a rich and successful schoolmate, he realises it may even stretch to murder. (S6, ep 1) [S,AD]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
The Memory Man: Commemorate the passing of the late Doctor Who actor Bernard Cribbins by revisiting an episode of the Tales of the Unexpected he stars in - The Memory Man. (S6, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
Behind the Locked Door: A young couple tries to convince the bride's mother that their love is sincere. (S2, ep 22) [S]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
A Matter of Murder: A notorious auto thief and his gang steal a Rolls-Royce, unaware that the trunk contains the body of a woman who was murdered by her husband. (S2, ep 23) [S]
Today 13:00 - 14:00
New. Jelly Roll, Lanie Gardner, Marcus King: Country music stars step onto the famous wooden circle at Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, where they deliver unforgettable performances. [S]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
A look back at the career of Judi Dench, who won an Oscar for her role as Queen Elizabeth in Shakespeare in Love before going on to star as M in eight James Bond movies. (S9, ep 13) [S,AD]
Today 15:00 - 17:00
Telling the story of Icarus, whose wings melt when he flies too close to the sun, sending him crashing into the volcanic and mysterious world of Varekai. (2003) [S]
Today 17:00 - 18:20
A magical performance of André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra, live in this special recording from Bahrain. [S]
Today 18:20 - 20:00
Peel back surprising and revealing layers of the iconic Ian Fleming to reveal a man whose life was every bit as gripping as that of Bond himself. [S]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
Intimate glimpse of Elvis Presley's whirlwind romance with June Juanico during the '56 summer, narrated by June herself. [S]
Today 21:00 - 22:00
Uncover Elvis Presley's journey from Tupelo's poverty to worldwide fame. [S,AD]
Today 22:00 - 23:25
Behind the gates of Graceland, Elvis Presley faced battles on several fronts that threatened his career, his love and even his life. With strong language. [S]
Today 23:25 - 01:10
Film from award-winner Jon Brewer granting unprecedented access into the life of the rock icon. Featuring John Lennon and Alice Cooper. [S]
Sun Jul 12
Tomorrow 01:10 - 02:25
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]
Tomorrow 02:25 - 03:20
Taking to the stage alongside special guests, Neil Diamond produces a stunning live performance of songs from his 1996 album, Tennessee Moon. [S]
Tomorrow 03:20 - 04:35
Featuring extensive interviews and rare recordings of their performances, this is the definitive critical review of legendary English rock band Led Zeppelin. (1 of 4) [S]
Tomorrow 04:35 - 05:35
Metallica: James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett and Jason Newsted reveal, track by track, how they created their legendary 'Black Album'. (S1, ep 13) [S]
Tomorrow 05:35 - 06:00
A look at the life and music of Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, who was known for his poetic lyrics and iconic songs, such as Bird on the Wire and Hallelujah. (S5, ep 21) [S]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 09:00
Enjoy the King of Waltz's fantastic open air concert, complete with his famous Johann Strauss Orchestra & Choir, International Soloists, the Platin Tenors and 300 Dancers. [S]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
A Sad Loss: Claire and her boyfriend have always counted on inheriting Claire's wealthy aunt's fortune. But when they hear she has a new heir lined up, they are forced to act. (S6, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
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]
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
The Gentleman Caller: When a man and his wife attempt to do away with an elderly lady, they discover that she is not as senile as they had imagined. (S2, ep 24) [S]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 15:00
Years after a Paris fire left only a mask, The Phantom's love for Christine endures in Coney Island. She arrives with Raoul and their son to perform, unaware of what awaits. [S]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 17:00
Experience one of Jean-Michel Jarre's most acclaimed works as he leads audiences on a timeless and immersive musical journey. [S]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 19:00
Mark Knopfler and the band perform songs from their final album On Every Street alongside their greatest hits. Concert film capturing Dire Straits during their last world tour in 1992. [S]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:00
New. Kelsea Ballerini. Kameron Marlowe, 49 Winchester, Ashley Cooke: Country music stars step onto the wooden circle at Opry House in Nashville to deliver unforgettable live performances. [S]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 22:15
Set in 19th-century Paris, despondent artist Toulouse-Lautrec, frustrated by his disability, seeks solace in the drink, dance and distractions at the infamous Moulin Rouge nightclub. (1953) [S]
Tomorrow 22:15 - 23:15
Sir Tom Jones: In conversation and song, Sir Tom Jones shares captivating stories from his career - including his friendship with Elvis Presley. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Tomorrow 23:15 - 00:30
Live In Japan. In this 1981 concert, the folk rock legend performs his greatest hits, including Annie's Song, Calypso and Sunshine on my Shoulders. [S]
Mon Jul 13
Monday 00:30 - 01:45
Extraordinary musical longevity, fuelled by the genius of its performers but also by numerous abuses. Forty years of sex, drugs, and rock'n'roll. [S]
Monday 01:45 - 03:45
Filmed in front of a live studio audience at Sony Studios in New York City, Rod Stewart performs songs from his recent release "It Had to be You: The Great American Songbook". [S]
Monday 03:45 - 05:00
Part two 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. (2 of 4) [S]
Monday 05:00 - 06:00
The Number Of The Beast: Iron Maiden, who were reviled by some critics for their supposed Satanist leanings, reveal how they created one of the best albums of the 80s. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Monday 06:00 - 08:00
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]
Monday 08:00 - 08:30
Towering Peaks: Bob delivers yet another masterpiece as he creates a scene of majestic snow-covered mountains, rolling foothills and leafy trees, surrounding a serene lake. (S10, ep 1) [S,AD]
Monday 08:30 - 09:00
Cabin at Sunset: Join Bob as he paints a stunning scene of crisp evergreens in a bright meadow, using masterful, colour-filled brush strokes. (S10, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
O, Youth and Beauty!: A former hurdler now drinks too much and fails to earn enough money to pay for his lifestyle. Despondent, he decides to try one last "race". Gary Merrill stars. [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
The Money: Larry and Angie Chetnik find themselves constantly bickering about money. Larry visits his father's one-time friend to land a job that he hopes will solve his problems. [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in Still Alice, Boogie Nights and The End of the Affair. (S16, ep 12) [S]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
Highlander (1986): Highlander is one of a kind, strange and haunting fantasy epic about immortality and sword fights. Rediscovered again and again since its release in 1986. (S4, ep 4) [S]
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
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]
Monday 13:30 - 14:00
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]
Monday 14:00 - 15:00
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]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Milk, Mystic River, I Am Sam and Into the Wild. (S16, ep 13) [S]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
Britpop: Elbow frontman Guy Garvey lifts the lid on two decades of TV gold. Here, he takes you through music genre and culture movement Britpop. (5 of 5) [S]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
Eddie Marsan, Sian Clifford, Paul Mescal: Actors including BAFTA winner Sian Clifford sit down for portraits. (S7, ep 6) [S]
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
The Man with Two Faces: A talented young actress seemingly destined for stardom appears to be under the spell of her unscrupulous and totally unprincipled husband. Mary Astor stars. [S]
Monday 19:30 - 20:00
The Changing Heart: Dane Ross is amazed by an old man's tales of the many clocks he's built - with moving parts, marching soldiers and flying birds - and is asked to stay for dinner. [S]
Monday 20:00 - 21:00
The British Are Coming!: Join André for the last concert of the summer in Maastricht. He ends the season on a bang, performing Bolero and his Strauss favourites. (10 of 10) [S]
Monday 21:00 - 22:30
Expert interviews, historical analysis and readings of his letters trace the evolution of Mozart's genius and his battle for financial stability in the pursuit of artistic freedom. [S]
Monday 22:30 - 00:40
A reimagined account of the early life of Maria Anna 'Nannerl' Mozart, five years older than Wolfgang and a musical prodigy in her own right. [S,AD]
Tue Jul 14
Tuesday 00:40 - 03:10
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]
Tuesday 03:10 - 04:10
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]
Tuesday 04:10 - 05:05
The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (1 of 3) [S]
Tuesday 05:05 - 06:00
Highlander (1986): Highlander is one of a kind, strange and haunting fantasy epic about immortality and sword fights. Rediscovered again and again since its release in 1986. (S4, ep 4) [S]
Tuesday 06:00 - 07:45
Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. [S]
Tuesday 07:45 - 08:20
Twin Falls: In this stunning landscape, Bob paints a mellow background that gives way to chunky rock formations, trickling waterways and happy trees. (S10, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:20 - 08:55
Secluded Bridge: Join Bob as he takes a walk over an old, rickety footbridge to a small creek splashing through the woodlands. (S10, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:55 - 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]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
The Man with Two Faces: A talented young actress seemingly destined for stardom appears to be under the spell of her unscrupulous and totally unprincipled husband. Mary Astor stars. [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
The Changing Heart: Dane Ross is amazed by an old man's tales of the many clocks he's built - with moving parts, marching soldiers and flying birds - and is asked to stay for dinner. [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Milk, Mystic River, I Am Sam and Into the Wild. (S16, ep 13) [S]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
The Railway Children: The book by legendary children's author E. Nesbit, it is a cinematic rite of passage that makes us remember the mysteries of childhood. (S4, ep 5) [S]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
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]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
A profile of American actress Jean Harlow, who rose to fame as a sex symbol and starred in several films with Clark Gable in the 1930s before her untimely death aged 26. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
1978 Revisited: Guy returns to 1978, where the punk revolution is still alive with bands like The Undertones and Sex Pistols. Features interviews with The Fall and Magazine. (S4, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
David Haig, Jordan Stephens, Jane Horrocks: Another batch of artists have four hours to create portraits of this weeks' celebrity sitters. (S7, ep 7) [S]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Summer Shade: A mother and father think their lonely daughter may need an evil spirit expelled from her after she appears to make up a girlfriend with a dark ancestry. [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
A Crime for Mothers: A woman struggling with alcoholism attempts to reclaim her estranged daughter, who has been raised by another family. [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 22:50
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]
Tuesday 22:50 - 00:50
Years after a Paris fire left only a mask, The Phantom's love for Christine endures in Coney Island. She arrives with Raoul and their son to perform, unaware of what awaits. [S]
Wed Jul 15
Wednesday 00:50 - 02:40
Uncover the genius of Fanny Mendelssohn, sister to world-renowned composer Felix, as her story is finally told - and her musical masterpiece is truly appreciated. [S]
Wednesday 02:40 - 04:10
Imelda May explores the legacy of Susan and Elizabeth Yeats, two sisters who played a significant role in the revival of Irish literature in the 1920s. [S,AD]
Wednesday 04:10 - 05:05
The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (2 of 3) [S]
Wednesday 05:05 - 06:00
The Railway Children: The book by legendary children's author E. Nesbit, it is a cinematic rite of passage that makes us remember the mysteries of childhood. (S4, ep 5) [S]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00
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]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
Ocean Breeze: Bob shifts to a vertical canvas to create a scene with fluffy clouds, overlooking a seascape of crashing waves and churning foam on a shore of jagged rocks. (S10, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
Autumn Woods: Bob creates a vertical explosion of colour with blazing orange, gold trees and a ridge of magnificent mountain peaks. (S10, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Summer Shade: A mother and father think their lonely daughter may need an evil spirit expelled from her after she appears to make up a girlfriend with a dark ancestry. [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
A Crime for Mothers: A woman struggling with alcoholism attempts to reclaim her estranged daughter, who has been raised by another family. [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
A profile of American actress Jean Harlow, who rose to fame as a sex symbol and starred in several films with Clark Gable in the 1930s before her untimely death aged 26. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
New. Escape From New York (1981): In the dystopian future of Escape from New York, the island of Manhattan has been turned into a maximum-security prison. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
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]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
An intimate look at the life and career of Academy Award-winning actor Lee Marvin, who starred in movies including Cat Ballou, The Professionals and The Dirty Dozen. (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
1982 Revisited: Guy takes a trip back to 1982, when the US is set for a Second British Invasion. Features a rare Bryan Ferry interview and performances from Squeeze and XTC. (S4, ep 2) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Kwame Kwei-Armah, Dame Katherine Grainger, Fred Sirieix: Nine artists must paint one of this week's celebrity sitters in a bid to impress the judges. (S7, ep 8) [S]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
The Last Escape: Joe Ferlini is an escape artist who performs in nightclubs. He claims to break free from straight jackets faster than anyone, but wants to make a bigger splash. [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
The Greatest Monster of Them All: A has-been actor hopes his latest horror movie marks a great comeback. But he's the one left horrified when he sees the final product. [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
Documentary exploring the life and work of the novelist, poet, social critic and self-proclaimed 'outsider', who was often persecuted for his explicit subject matter. [S]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
The Next Generation. Mosaic Making: In this Masterclass, mosaic experts Paul Siggins, Jermaine McLeod, Jessie Ridler, and Dani Bello explore the art of mosaics. (S3, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00
Video Killed the Radio Star: MTV marked the dawn of the music video's heyday and Michael Jackson took it to a new level by creating groundbreaking short films. [S,AD]
Wednesday 23:00 - 00:00
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]
Thu Jul 16
Thursday 00:00 - 02:10
This pioneering rock music documentary combines US TV footage, television appearances, production crew and fan-shot footage of rock legends The Who. [S]
Thursday 02:10 - 03:50
A lawyer concerned by Dr Jekyll's behaviour works to find the identity of the dangerous Mr Hyde. The National Theatre of Scotland's retelling of the gothic tale. [S,AD]
Thursday 03:50 - 04:00
Stratford East: A Sky Arts bursary enabled Stratford East to create the Artistic Associates Bursary, offering creatives the chance of paid work at the theatre. [S]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (3 of 3) [S]
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
New. Escape From New York (1981): In the dystopian future of Escape from New York, the island of Manhattan has been turned into a maximum-security prison. (S4, ep 6) [S]
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]
Thursday 06:15 - 06:30
Aya Eban: Created by NikNak, Randy Duburke and Peta-Gaye Brown, follow a character stuck in a hectic city without peace - until their ancestors help them discover their power. (2 of 3) [S]
Thursday 06:30 - 08:00
Pete Townshend, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and guest stars, including Alfie Boe, put a classical spin on The Who's 1973 rock opera, Quadrophenia. From the Royal Albert Hall. [S]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
Winter Solitude: Bob taps his brushes to make subtle hills, sleeping grasses and leafless trees - a delicate view of polar beauty. (S10, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
Golden Sunset: Bob paints a wintry scene, featuring a frozen pond and snowdrifts with a warm, rich sky and autumn foliage. (S10, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
The Last Escape: Joe Ferlini is an escape artist who performs in nightclubs. He claims to break free from straight jackets faster than anyone, but wants to make a bigger splash. [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
The Greatest Monster of Them All: A has-been actor hopes his latest horror movie marks a great comeback. But he's the one left horrified when he sees the final product. [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
An intimate look at the life and career of Academy Award-winning actor Lee Marvin, who starred in movies including Cat Ballou, The Professionals and The Dirty Dozen. (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
A look at the vivid '40s adaptation of the Dickens classic about a poor young orphan who becomes a gentleman of means thanks to a mysterious benefactor. (S5, ep 1) [S]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
The Black Curtain: A mugging jogs the memory of an amnesiac, who remembers he is being sought for murder. (S1, ep 9) [S]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
A look at the life and career of Oscar-winning Mexican-American actor Anthony Quinn, who starred in movies such as Viva Zapata!, Lust for Life and Zorba the Greek. (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
1984 Revisited: Guy revisits 1984, a year which sees Frankie Goes To Hollywood and Tom Robinson release war-themed songs. The Pogues, meanwhile, make an early TV appearance. (S4, ep 3) [S]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Bernardine Evaristo. The semi-final kicks off at Battersea Art Centre, where the artists gear up to paint the award-winning novelist. (S7, ep 9) [S]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 19:00 - 19:30
The Throwback: A wily old man gets the better of a younger gentleman when they go head-to-head in their pursuit of a young lady. Cyril Hardeen stars. [S]
Thursday 19:30 - 20:00
The Kiss-Off: After spending six years in prison for a robbery he didn't commit, a man decides to get even. Rip Torn stars. [S]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
A glimpse into the life and six-decade long career of Sir Ian McKellen, star of Richard III and X-Men, who has won many awards for his vast work in film. (S13, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 21:00 - 22:45
Behind-the-scenes documentary shedding new light on the exciting and turbulent private lives of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy and the genuine friendship between them. [S,AD]
Thursday 22:45 - 23:45
From Harold Lloyd to Laurel and Hardy, this is the story of how legendary producer Hal Roach brought Hollywood's greatest comic icons to our screens. [S]
Thursday 23:45 - 00:45
An intriguing look into the life and career of Academy Award-winning film director Sidney Lumet. (S3, ep 2) [S]
Fri Jul 17
Friday 00:45 - 01:45
In a tell-all interview with the award-winning jazz, pop and classical singer Dame Cleo Laine, immerse yourself in stories of her past and previously unseen footage. [S,AD]
Friday 01:45 - 02:45
This evocative and unique film features the only TV interview ever given by Laurie Lee, including the amazing story of how it was secured by local TV producer David Parker. [S,AD]
Friday 02:45 - 04:00
Jake Chapman explores a mind-bending vision of the world that few can see. Are we, capitalism and technology already one and the same - accelerating towards an inevitable climax? [S]
Friday 04:00 - 05:00
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]
Friday 05:00 - 06:00
A look at the vivid '40s adaptation of the Dickens classic about a poor young orphan who becomes a gentleman of means thanks to a mysterious benefactor. (S5, ep 1) [S]
Friday 06:00 - 08:00
Discover the results of the world's biggest poll of classical music tastes for 2023. Recorded 16th October 2023. [S]
Friday 08:00 - 08:30
Mountain Oval: Guest painter Steve Ross creates an oval landscape, featuring blue skies, a frosty mountain, fresh foothills and glistening lake. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Friday 08:30 - 09:00
Ocean Sunset: Bob paints a breathtaking seascape with a sunset sky and cascading waves, which combine to create a spectacular beach reflection. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Friday 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 10:00 - 10:30
The Throwback: A wily old man gets the better of a younger gentleman when they go head-to-head in their pursuit of a young lady. Cyril Hardeen stars. [S]
Friday 10:30 - 11:00
The Kiss-Off: After spending six years in prison for a robbery he didn't commit, a man decides to get even. Rip Torn stars. [S]
Friday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of Oscar-winning Mexican-American actor Anthony Quinn, who starred in movies such as Viva Zapata!, Lust for Life and Zorba the Greek. (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]
Friday 12:00 - 13:00
New. A look at one of Robert Downey Jr's career-defining performances in the 1992 hit from Richard Attenborough co-starring Anthony Hopkins. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Friday 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 14:00 - 15:00
Day of Reckoning: After a couple's drunken argument in the middle of a yacht party takes a tragic turn, collective motives yield unexpected results. (S1, ep 10) [S]
Friday 15:00 - 16:00
A fascinating look at the life and career of actress and dancer Joan Crawford, who won an Academy Award for her role in the 1945 film Mildred Pierce. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
1987 Revisited: Guy revisits 1987, when performances from The Smiths and The Cure set The Tube alight. The Roxy later welcomes the likes of The Fall and The Housemartins. (S4, ep 4) [S]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Eddie Izzard. Just three artists remain, and they have four hours to create a portrait of the renowned actor. (S7, ep 10) [S]
Friday 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
The Horse Player: Father Amion discovers that the large amounts of money turning up on the collection plate come from a grateful horse player who has hit a winning streak. [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
Incident in a Small Jail: A suspected serial killer is put in a jail house with a salesman, while a lynch mob waits outside. [S]
Friday 20:00 - 21:00
1983 Revisited: Guy Garvey dives into the deep pop pockets of 1983, with exclusive interviews and epic performances from U2, R.E.M, The Police and more. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Friday 21:00 - 23:45
Across two unforgettable nights in the summer of 2023, blur perform in front of over 150,000 fans at Wembley Stadium. [S]
Friday 23:45 - 01:45
Feature-length documentary charting the extraordinary and emotional return of blur in the run-up to their sold-out Wembley appearance in 2023. [S]
Sat Jul 18
Saturday 01:45 - 03:00
A very special concert film from the iconic outfit themselves Oasis, as the duo performed at Black Island Studio. [S]
Saturday 03:00 - 04:00
Nevermind: Surviving band members Krist Novoselic and Dave Grohl discuss the creation of their seminal album that defined a genre, and the legacy of Kurt Cobain. [S]
Saturday 04:00 - 05:00
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]
Saturday 05:00 - 06:00
New. A look at one of Robert Downey Jr's career-defining performances in the 1992 hit from Richard Attenborough co-starring Anthony Hopkins. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Saturday 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]
Saturday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Saturday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Saturday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
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]
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Saturday 11:00 - 12:00
Ten Minutes From Now: An unsuccessful artist accused of bomb threats devises a scheme to steal artworks. (S2, ep 26) [S]
Saturday 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Saturday 13:00 - 14:00
New. Kelsea Ballerini. Kameron Marlowe, 49 Winchester, Ashley Cooke: Country music stars step onto the wooden circle at Opry House in Nashville to deliver unforgettable live performances. [S]
Saturday 14:00 - 15:00
A look at the life and career of screen icon Al Pacino, who shot to fame in mafia masterpiece The Godfather, before starring in Serpico, Scarface and Scent of a Woman. (S10, ep 1) [S,AD]
Saturday 15:00 - 17:15
Set in 19th-century Paris, despondent artist Toulouse-Lautrec, frustrated by his disability, seeks solace in the drink, dance and distractions at the infamous Moulin Rouge nightclub. (1953) [S]
Saturday 17:15 - 19:00
Dangerous Games. Choreographed by Michael Flatley, 40 of the world's most talented performers combine the best of traditional and contemporary music and dance. [S]
Saturday 19:00 - 20:00
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]
Saturday 20:00 - 21:00
...Bat Out of Hell. Celebrate the life of Meat Loaf with this look at the story of one of the most successful LPs ever. Includes contributions from the late artist himself. (S1, ep 12) [S]
Saturday 21:00 - 22:00
Tony Iommi: Black Sabbath: The Black Sabbath guitarist reveals how he created the riffs that changed rock forever. Queen's Brian May joins Tony at his home studio for a jam. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Saturday 22:00 - 23:00
Andy Summers: The Police: The iconic guitarist sets out on a personal journey through his favourite ever riffs and reveals those that brought fame and fortune to The Police. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Saturday 23:00 - 00:00
Nancy Wilson: Heart: The Heart guitarist goes on a personal journey through the riffs that influenced her and reveals a huge Led Zeppelin-inspired sound in the band's music. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sun Jul 19
Sunday 00:00 - 02:00
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]