Today 03:00 - 04:00
Star-makers including Miles Copeland and Simon Napier- Bell discuss the role of the rock manager, examining the influence of Brian Epstein, Malcolm McLaren and Simon Cowell. (4 of 4) [S,AD]
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36: Sky Arts
Mon Apr 20
Today 04:00 - 05:00
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]
Today 05:00 - 05:30
Music experts discuss the rise of The Monkees. Though made for a TV show, the group had real-life hits including I'm a Believer and Daydream Believer. (S5, ep 10) [S]
Today 05:30 - 06:00
Leading music journalists explore the music of Peter Gabriel, a founding member of Genesis who went on to achieve great solo success around the world. (S5, ep 11) [S]
Today 06:00 - 07:30
Enjoy the sounds of wintery blizzards and summer days in Vivaldi's popular work, performed here by the Academy of Ancient Music and violinist Rachel Podger. [S]
Today 07:30 - 08:00
In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 55) [S]
Today 08:00 - 08:30
In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 56) [S]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 57) [S]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
Light Fingers: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
The Perfect Crime: A lawyer, with blackmail in mind, meets with a famed detective to prove he convicted an innocent man. (S3, ep 3) [S]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
Heart of Gold: A convicted robber is released to the family of one of his cell mates, going against the better judgment of his parole officer. (S3, ep 4) [S]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
Diane Keaton: A look at the life and career of the late Academy Award-winning actress and star of Annie Hall, The Godfather and Marvin's Room. (S12, ep 3) [S]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
Series exploring the world of André Rieu. With heart-warming interviews with André and magnificent performances. (1 of 10) [S]
Today 13:00 - 13:30
Death in the Morning: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit... and it's out to get her. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]
Today 13:30 - 14:00
What Have You Been Up To Lately?: Richard and Fergus meet after 25 years. Pondering a girl they both loved, they discover that their marriages failed along with their careers. (S5, ep 13) [S,AD]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
In a four-part series, immerse yourself in the worlds of some of history's finest authors, revealing much about their character and the time they lived in. (4 of 4) [S]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
...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]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor, star of hit films such as Million Dollar Baby and The Shawshank Redemption. (S12, ep 4) [S]
Today 17:00 - 18:30
National Portrait Gallery: The finalists unveil one last portrait before the judges enter tense discussions over the winner. Who will be crowed Portrait Artist of the Year? (6 of 6) [S]
Today 18:30 - 19:00
The Absence of Emily: Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss... (S5, ep 14) [S,AD]
Today 19:00 - 19:30
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]
Today 19:30 - 20:00
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]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
King's Ball: André presents highlights of his concert for the inauguration of the new King and Queen of Holland, including a performance of Time To Say Goodbye. (5 of 10) [S]
Today 21:00 - 23:00
Get ready to relive the magic of an unforgettable evening with André Rieu. Recorded live during his spectacular Summer Open Air Concerts in Maastricht 2024. [S]
Today 23:00 - 00:00
Barry Cryer looks back at the life of British comedy star Terry Thomas, who starred in Tom Thumb and I'm Alright, Jack before going on to find international fame. (S2, ep 9) [S]
Tue Apr 21
Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:30
Spotlighting a lost album from one of the most gifted vocalists of her generation, unearth new stories relating to the iconic singer-songwriter Nina Simone. Discriminatory language. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 01:30 - 02:40
The High Priestess of Soul gives a powerful performance at the 1976 Montreux Jazz Festival, featuring a selection of great songs, including Little Girl Blue and I Wish I Knew How. [S]
Tomorrow 02:40 - 04:10
The jazz great performs contemporary and classic tracks, including Hey Jude and That Old Black Magic, backed by the Tommy Flanagan Trio. From the 1969 Montreux Jazz Festival. [S]
Tomorrow 04:10 - 05:00
Fantastic collection of recordings from Johnny Cash's early years, including nostalgic performances of I Got Stripes, Don't Take Your Guns To Town and Five Feet High and Rising. [S]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00
Series exploring the world of André Rieu. With heart-warming interviews with André and magnificent performances. (1 of 10) [S]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 58) [S]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
Death in the Morning: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit... and it's out to get her. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
What Have You Been Up To Lately?: Richard and Fergus meet after 25 years. Pondering a girl they both loved, they discover that their marriages failed along with their careers. (S5, ep 13) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor, star of hit films such as Million Dollar Baby and The Shawshank Redemption. (S12, ep 4) [S]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
André Rieu looks back at his most memorable concerts in the city of music. With highlights from his magical show in front of Schoenbrunn Palace. (2 of 10) [S]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30
The Absence of Emily: Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss... (S5, ep 14) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00
In the Bag: Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career. (S5, ep 15) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00
Silversmithing: With the help of experts Ndidi Ekubia MBE and Thomas Lyte, the junior crafters are guided through a plethora of silversmithing techniques. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
Machine Head: Home to 'Smoke On The Water', Machine Head is the definitive album of British heavy metal icons Deep Purple. Find out how this classic album was created. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
A glimpse into the world of the Academy-Award winning actor and filmmaker, known for his work in The Fugitive, Men In Black, Batman Forever and more. (S12, ep 5) [S]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 17:30
Painting Hilary Mantel: Join the winning artist as they painted and unveiled their commission capturing the late Booker Prize-winning author Hilary Mantel for the British Library. [S]
Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:00
In the Bag: Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career. (S5, ep 15) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30
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]
Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00
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]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
Kate Bryan's exploration takes her to the 18th and 19th centuries, and she discovers how one invention - the camera - changed portraiture forever. (S1, ep 2) [S]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00
New. Len Deighton to Mick Herron: This episode looks at recent intelligence history, from the defection of Oleg Gordievsky to the killing of Osama bin Laden. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:30
Douglas Adams was a visionary in sci-fi, comedy and activism, campaigning for endangered species and climate change long before his time. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 23:30 - 01:00
In this electrifying concert film, Prince raises the roof on his 1987 European tour as he performs classic hits such as Sign o' the Times and Little Red Corvette. [S]
Wed Apr 22
Wednesday 01:00 - 02:00
Friends and fans of legendary British rock band Queen discuss their admiration for the award-winning quartet and reflect on their remarkable career and enduring hit songs. [S]
Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00
New. Making a Maestro: Step onto the podium as young conductors face the London Symphony Orchestra in a high stakes battle to prove they can become a maestro. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 03:00 - 04:15
After Hughes's closes its doors for the final time, actor Brendan Gleeson returns to it to commemorate its invaluable legacy. (2024) [S]
Wednesday 04:15 - 05:00
For the final episode in the series, issues such as life choices, mental health and identity are explored in heartfelt performances. (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
André Rieu looks back at his most memorable concerts in the city of music. With highlights from his magical show in front of Schoenbrunn Palace. (2 of 10) [S]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:10
The Royal Albert Hall comes to life with hits from the world of opera. Hosted by Alexander Armstrong and Myleene Klass and filmed in April 2023. [S]
Wednesday 08:10 - 08:35
In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 59) [S]
Wednesday 08:35 - 09:00
In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 60) [S]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
The Absence of Emily: Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss... (S5, ep 14) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
In the Bag: Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career. (S5, ep 15) [S,AD]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
A glimpse into the world of the Academy-Award winning actor and filmmaker, known for his work in The Fugitive, Men In Black, Batman Forever and more. (S12, ep 5) [S]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
Veteran Concert: André looks back at the emotional performances he gave to veterans in Maastricht. With songs including We'll Meet Again and You'll Never Walk Alone. (3 of 10) [S]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
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]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
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]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
Kent: Jim and Nancy are joined by music legend Jools Holland and local artist David Hunt as they travel to Kent to paint the stunning long-eared owl. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
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]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
Explore the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning actor and filmmaker. His work includes Wall Street, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and Basic Instinct. (S12, ep 6) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Sol Campbell, John Humphrys and Maisie Williams: Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell begin their hunt for the Portrait Artist of the Year with heat one. (S2, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
New. Making a Maestro: Step onto the podium as young conductors face the London Symphony Orchestra in a high stakes battle to prove they can become a maestro. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:15
An intimate look into the life and career of the renowned conductor, following him from Berlin to London and capturing his reflections on artistry and mentorship. [S]
Wednesday 22:15 - 23:30
In New York, it was the club nights in the Paradise Garage that shaped what is now the basis of dance music. (S1, ep 6) [S]
Wednesday 23:30 - 00:30
This eye-opening series takes an inside look at Rolling Stone magazine's cultural impact over the last 50 years. Contains nudity and adult themes. (1 of 6) [S,AD]
Thu Apr 23
Thursday 00:30 - 02:05
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]
Thursday 02:05 - 03:00
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]
Thursday 03:00 - 03:30
Natalie Gayle explores the first-ever London Mural Festival. Sam meets BAFTA award-winning artist Graham Fink. Also, a look at the legacy of the late MF DOOM. (3 of 5) [S]
Thursday 03:30 - 04:00
YouTuber and content creator MBbants visits the studio. Zak Abel performs. Also, Joe Forrester investigates the issue of accessibility in gaming and more. (4 of 5) [S]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
Jeanette Winterson and Rev Richard Coles: Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day are joined by the writers Jeanette Winterson and Reverend Richard Coles to discuss their work. [S]
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
Veteran Concert: André looks back at the emotional performances he gave to veterans in Maastricht. With songs including We'll Meet Again and You'll Never Walk Alone. (3 of 10) [S]
Thursday 06:00 - 08:00
Produced by the English National Opera, Les Dennis stars in Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera HMS PINAFORE - a hilarious tale of love, honour and duty. [S]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
Exploring Tone: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
Alla Prima: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
Explore the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning actor and filmmaker. His work includes Wall Street, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and Basic Instinct. (S12, ep 6) [S]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
Maastricht: André Rieu looks back at highlights from a jubilant concert in Maastricht, when he welcomed performers Jermaine Jackson and Trini Lopez. (4 of 10) [S]
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
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]
Thursday 13:30 - 14:00
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]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
Charles and the Paraorchestra join as one to deliver an exclusive live performance that invites the audience to wander among the players. (4 of 6) [S]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road: Footage from the original recording sessions, together with interviews with Elton John, offer a unique insight into the creation of his classic album. (S1, ep 5) [S]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of the Hollywood actor, whose roles in Jaws, All That Jazz and The French Connection catapulted him to stardom. (S12, ep 7) [S]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Julian Fellowes, Ronni Ancona and Helena Kennedy: More artists put their nerves and artistic flair to the test as they paint celebrities. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
New. Making a Maestro: Step onto the podium as young conductors face the London Symphony Orchestra in a high stakes battle to prove they can become a maestro. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
A glimpse into the life and career of Academy Award-nominated actor Harvey Keitel, who has featured in Thelma & Louise, Reservoir Dogs and Bugsy. (S12, ep 12) [S]
Thursday 21:00 - 23:20
Audrey Hepburn stars as a bored and sheltered princess on the escape from her guardians, subsequently falling in love with an American newsman in Rome. Romance. (1953) [S]
Thursday 23:20 - 00:20
A deep dive into the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose work includes A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon and Apollo 13. (S6, ep 3) [S,AD]
Fri Apr 24
Friday 00:20 - 01:50
Leading British film critics Ian Nathan, Derek Malcolm and Stephen Armstrong review their greatest Western films. [S]
Friday 01:50 - 03:25
Discover the life of Miyazaki as well as a profoundly ecological body of work that questions our relationship with the natural world and creatures. [S,AD]
Friday 03:25 - 03:55
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]
Friday 03:55 - 04:50
Art collector Frank Cohen gives a tour of his warehouse, which houses works by Georg Baselitz, Frank Auerbach, LS Lowry, Edward Burra and Patrick Heron. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Friday 04:50 - 05:00
Candoco Dance Company: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]
Friday 05:00 - 06:00
Maastricht: André Rieu looks back at highlights from a jubilant concert in Maastricht, when he welcomed performers Jermaine Jackson and Trini Lopez. (4 of 10) [S]
Friday 06:00 - 07:55
Narrated by Yo-Yo Ma, this film celebrates the enigmatic British cellist, whose career was cruelly curtailed by multiple sclerosis when she was twenty-eight years old. [S]
Friday 07:55 - 08:25
How to Paint Trees: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Friday 08:25 - 08:55
Miniature Portraits: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Friday 08:55 - 09:30
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]
Friday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Friday 10:00 - 10:35
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]
Friday 10:35 - 11:10
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]
Friday 11:10 - 12:10
A look at the life and career of the Hollywood actor, whose roles in Jaws, All That Jazz and The French Connection catapulted him to stardom. (S12, ep 7) [S]
Friday 12:10 - 13:10
King's Ball: André presents highlights of his concert for the inauguration of the new King and Queen of Holland, including a performance of Time To Say Goodbye. (5 of 10) [S]
Friday 13:10 - 13:45
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]
Friday 13:45 - 16:00
Widower Tony is trying to keep a hotel afloat while raising his son. Forced to ask his brother for help, he'll only bail him out if he quits his lifestyle and marries a sensible woman. [S]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
A glimpse into the life of the Hollywood star, who first gained fame for his roles in Citizen Kane, The Magnificent Ambersons and Journey into Fear. (S12, ep 8) [S]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Gary Kemp, Daniela Nardini and Ashley Jensen: An incredibly close heat means there's a twist in store. With Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Friday 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 20:00 - 21:00
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]
Friday 21:00 - 22:55
Strange Journey. A London theatre play evolves into a groundbreaking cult phenomenon, featuring iconic songs and performances that celebrate individuality. 2025. [S]
Friday 22:55 - 00:50
This documentary explores how from 1970-1977, six low-budget films shown at midnight transformed the way we make and watch films. [S]
Sat Apr 25
Saturday 00:50 - 01:50
Emmylou Harris: Brian and Mark meet Mark's long-time friend Emmylou Harris, discussing her career highlights before rocking out with guitarist Vince Gill. (S1, ep 6) [S]
Saturday 01:50 - 03:50
Highlights of Saturday's acts at the Isle of Wight Festival 2023, where the likes of Anne-Marie, N-Dubz and The Chemical Brothers put on an incredible show. [S]
Saturday 03:50 - 05:00
Success: The success of their forerunners enables the likes of Shania Twain, Macy Gray and Sarah McLachlan - and later Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish - to break new ground. (4 of 4) [S,AD]
Saturday 05:00 - 06:00
King's Ball: André presents highlights of his concert for the inauguration of the new King and Queen of Holland, including a performance of Time To Say Goodbye. (5 of 10) [S]
Saturday 06:00 - 07:15
The world-renowned pianist goes on a personal journey through his most beloved melodies. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Saturday 07:15 - 08:15
Bagpipes: A Celebration showcases Scotland's iconic bagpipe music with stunning landscapes, top pipe bands, soloists, and rich musical history. [S,AD]
Saturday 08:15 - 08:45
The Absence of Emily: Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss... (S5, ep 14) [S,AD]
Saturday 08:45 - 09:15
In the Bag: Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career. (S5, ep 15) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:15 - 09:45
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]
Saturday 09:45 - 10:15
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]
Saturday 10:15 - 10:45
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]
Saturday 10:45 - 11:45
The Black Curtain: A mugging jogs the memory of an amnesiac, who remembers he is being sought for murder. (S1, ep 9) [S]
Saturday 11:45 - 12:45
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]
Saturday 12:45 - 15:00
Audrey Hepburn stars as a bored and sheltered princess on the escape from her guardians, subsequently falling in love with an American newsman in Rome. Romance. (1953) [S]
Saturday 15:00 - 16:00
Movie experts look back at the life and career of Jane Fonda, who won Oscars for her performances in both neo-noir crime-thriller Klute and wartime drama Coming Home. (S9, ep 2) [S]
Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
New. Len Deighton to Mick Herron: This episode looks at recent intelligence history, from the defection of Oleg Gordievsky to the killing of Osama bin Laden. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Saturday 17:00 - 18:00
New. Making a Maestro: Step onto the podium as young conductors face the London Symphony Orchestra in a high stakes battle to prove they can become a maestro. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Saturday 18:00 - 21:00
Hank Marvin, Bruce Welch and Brian Bennett are reunited for The Shadows' final tour in 2004, treating crowds to a medley of their greatest hits, including Apache, Living Doll and FBI. [S]
Saturday 21:00 - 23:15
The history of The Beatles and their influence on music, art, culture, fashion and politics. Features new interviews and archive footage of the Fab Four. [S]
Saturday 23:15 - 00:35
Documentary on the tragically short but inspirational life of Scottish painter Stuart Sutcliffe, the original bass guitarist of The Beatles. Features rare archive footage. [S]
Sun Apr 26
Sunday 00:35 - 03:35
The definitive concert film recorded on one of the most memorable shows in the Rolling Stones history. [S]
Sunday 03:35 - 05:05
At the height of their musical prowess, The Doors perform all their classic hits during their legendary 1968 concert at the Hollywood Bowl. [S]
Sunday 05:05 - 05:35
A fascinating look at The Mamas and The Papas, the American folk rock group whose easygoing vocal harmonies provided the soundtrack to the late 60s. (S5, ep 12) [S]
Sunday 05:35 - 06:00
A fascinating look at the life and career of James Brown. Dubbed 'the Godfather of Soul', he was one of the most iconic figures in music up until his death in 2006. (S5, ep 13) [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 09:00
What drives Don Giovanni to seduce and conquer women with the fervour of a predator? Is it some elusive objective he seeks through his conquests? [S]
Sunday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Sunday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
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]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00
Ride the Nightmare: When a husband's boyhood pals escape from prison, the perfect couple's content suburban world is interrupted. (S1, ep 11) [S]
Sunday 12:00 - 13:00
Hangover: Remembering nothing of the day before, a talented alcoholic painfully reconstructs the events of what proves to have been a catastrophic day. (S1, ep 12) [S]
Sunday 13:00 - 14:00
New. Making a Maestro: Step onto the podium as young conductors face the London Symphony Orchestra in a high stakes battle to prove they can become a maestro. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Sunday 14:00 - 16:00
Recounted through family, friends and peers, explore the brilliant career of late Oscar winner Alec Guinness - beginning with his 1934 debut at the Playhouse Theatre. [S]
Sunday 16:00 - 18:00
Documentary telling the story of instrumental rock group The Ventures. Emerging from the late 1950s, the band helped popularise the electric guitar across the world during the 1960s. [S]
Sunday 18:00 - 19:00
A stunning set from Johnny Cash at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring exhilarating performances of all-time classics and special guests. [S]
Sunday 19:00 - 20:00
New. Len Deighton to Mick Herron: This episode looks at recent intelligence history, from the defection of Oleg Gordievsky to the killing of Osama bin Laden. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Sunday 20:00 - 21:45
An investigator from the War Crimes Commission travels to Connecticut to find an infamous Nazi. [S]
Sunday 21:45 - 23:00
Offering extraordinary insight, Roy Orbison deep dives into what made his music a cultural driving force through a series of interviews collected over several years. [S]
Sunday 23:00 - 00:00
Celebrate Opry 100 with superstars, newcomers and legends - it's never the same show twice! Featuring Keith Urban, Scotty McCreery and 49Winchester. [S]
Mon Apr 27
Monday 00:00 - 01:20
Grammy winner Sam Smith gives a soulful performance at Abbey Road Studios, featuring songs from their third album and more. [S]
Monday 01:20 - 03:45
Selling over 30 million albums and winning four Grammy awards, Seal is back performing at the Baloise Session 2024 with a selection of jazz standards. [S]
Monday 03:45 - 05:00
Experience Eddy Grant at his electrifying best in this high-energy 1986 London performance of Killer on the Rampage. Playing to a massive crowd of 100,000 fans. [S]
Monday 05:00 - 05:30
Music journalists examine the life and music of Stevie Wonder, the iconic figure whose hits include You Are the Sunshine of My Life and Superstition. (S5, ep 14) [S]
Monday 05:30 - 06:00
Music journalists examine the life and music of Roy Orbison, the rock'n'roll hall of fame legend behind hits Oh, Pretty Woman, Only the Lonely and Crying. (S5, ep 15) [S]
Monday 06:00 - 08:10
John Neumeier's A Midsummer Night's Dream weaves tangled love, jealousy and magic as fairies, mortals and rustics collide in a dreamlike world. [S]
Monday 08:10 - 08:35
Introduction to Inks: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 08:35 - 09:00
Building a Portrait: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Monday 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]
Monday 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]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
A glimpse into the life of the Hollywood star, who first gained fame for his roles in Citizen Kane, The Magnificent Ambersons and Journey into Fear. (S12, ep 8) [S]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
Viva Mexico: André looks back at the highlights of his Mexico city concerts, which include The Platin Tenors' crowd-pleasing performance of Granada. (6 of 10) [S]
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
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 13:30 - 14:00
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 14:00 - 15:00
Bagpipes: A Celebration showcases Scotland's iconic bagpipe music with stunning landscapes, top pipe bands, soloists, and rich musical history. [S,AD]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
Elvis Presley: Film revealing how the King created his seminal debut album. Sam Phillips, Keith Richards and BB King are among those discussing the album and its far-reaching influence. [S]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life of the three-time Academy Award-winner, whose fruitful career includes acclaimed roles in My Left Foot, Gangs of New York and There Will Be Blood. (S12, ep 9) [S]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
Non Evans, Ade Adepitan and Greg Davies: Frank Skinner, Joan Bakewell and the judges move the competition to Wales where 12 gifted artists paint celebrities. (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Monday 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]
Monday 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]
Monday 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]
Monday 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]
Monday 20:00 - 21:00
Dressed To Impress: André presents a performance of Memories and a colourful tribute to Mary Poppins as he rummages through the costumes in his studio's wardrobe. (7 of 10) [S]
Monday 21:00 - 23:00
...Around. In the summer of 2023, André Rieu delighted over 145.000 fans in his hometown of Maastricht. The picturesque square serves as the backdrop of this magical atmosphere. [S]
Monday 23:00 - 00:00
Join Barry Cryer as he fondly remembers the best moments of the Carry On and Bless This House star's life and career. (S2, ep 10) [S]
Tue Apr 28
Tuesday 00:00 - 02:30
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]