Today 02:50 - 03:45
Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as authors Natasha Brown and Marian Keyes discuss their latest books with Angie Greaves' Book Club. Plus, special guest Bernardine Evaristo. (1 of 6) [S]
TV Guide Search
36: Sky Arts
Thu Sep 18
Today 03:45 - 04:45
Drama: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (2 of 3) [S]
Today 04:45 - 06:00
Hidcote Manor: Explore the stunning Cotswolds garden created by American horticulturist Lawrence Johnston. It is arranged as a series of outdoor rooms. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Today 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]
Today 07:55 - 08:30
Oval Barn: Bob uses all of his skill and experience to create a comforting winter scene, complete with a homely barn and fluffy bushes. (S11, ep 6) [S,AD]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
Lakeside Path: Misty background evergreens and a cheerful blue sky give Bob the ideal setting in this stunning masterpiece. (S11, ep 7) [S,AD]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
In The Cards: Fortuneteller Madame Myra thinks she is on to a winner when she meets a man prophesied to come in to a lot of money before dying shortly after. (S8, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
Nothin' Short Of Highway Robbery: On a long drive through the desert, a couple get their car serviced and are handed an extortionate bill. But they plan on turning the tables. (S8, ep 3) [S,AD]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
The Diamond Necklace: A man is told he has to retire from his job at the jewellery store where he has worked most of his life. (S4, ep 20) [S]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
Relative Value: A young man schemes to speed up his inheritance of his rich uncle's estate. (S4, ep 21) [S]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of a pioneer in the independent filmmaking scene of the 1990s, known for Before Sunrise and School of Rock. (S8, ep 4) [S]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
A glimpse into the life of Jeff Bridges, who scooped an Academy Award for his performance in Crazy Heart and also starred in Tron and True Grit. (S10, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 13:00 - 13:30
Scrimshaw: Brenda, a lonely alcoholic, is delighted when she bumps into an old friend from university. But does he have an ulterior motive for seeing her? (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 13:30 - 14:00
Skeleton In The Cupboard: Robert Smythe has a dark secret he has kept for 20 years but it has now come back to haunt him. Can he keep it a secret from his wife? (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
New. Margaret Atwood to Ted Chiang: Space travel revives exploration and conquest traditions, highlighting new possibilities for human life. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
London - Peregrine Falcon: Jim and Nancy Moir visit London to spot and paint the English capital's high-rise resident - the infamous peregrine falcon. (S2, ep 1) [S,AD]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of an Academy Award-winning actor and director known for Citizen Kane and more. (S8, ep 5) [S]
Today 17:00 - 18:00
A look at the life and legendary career of the original James Bond - Academy Award-winning Sean Connery. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Today 18:00 - 18:30
The Colonel's Lady: Colonel George Peregrine's comfortable life is disturbed when his wife writes a bestselling raunchy novel. Is this evidence that she's having an affair? (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 18:30 - 19:00
The Surgeon: When wealthy Prince Zawi gives surgeon Robert Sandy a diamond for saving his life, the doctor finds that his new jewel is really more of a liability than an asset. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
Today 19:00 - 19:30
The Right Price: A burglar bargains with his victims when he discovers robbery will not be as profitable as capitalising on a life insurance pay out. (S4, ep 22) [S]
Today 19:30 - 20:00
I'll Take Care of You: A used car salesman is driven to murder by his big-spending wife. Russell Collins and Ida Moore star. (S4, ep 23) [S]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
Acclaimed for her performance as Elizabeth II in The Queen, this is a glimpse into the world of the Academy Award-winning actress. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 21:00 - 22:00
A look at the life and career of the legendary actor-turned-director Clint Eastwood, known for Unforgiven, Million Dollar Baby and American Sniper. (S8, ep 9) [S]
Today 22:00 - 00:00
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]
Fri Sep 19
Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:00
The Korda Story: Reveal the unbelievable story of three Hungarian brothers, whose unforgettable input changed the history of film forever. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 01:00 - 02:35
Spotlighting his life and career, bear witness to comedian and poet Spike Milligan's never before aired film, interviews and scripts. Contains discriminatory content. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 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]
Tomorrow 03:50 - 05:00
Revisit the career of Mary Cassatt through prints, pastels and paintings, exploring the often-overlooked Impressionist's influence on how women appear in art. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00
Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (1 of 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:30
Narrated by acclaimed actress Miriam Margolyes, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, with Principal Conductor Nicholas Carter, presents Sergei Prokofiev's classic children's tale. [S]
Tomorrow 07:30 - 08:00
Sunset Oval: Bob uses a golden selection of colours in this gorgeous mountain scene, all inside a unique oval shape on canvas. (S11, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30
Winter Barn: In this masterpiece, Bob conjures up magic as he paint a soft sky and a homely cabin nestled in a snow-blanketed meadow. (S11, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
Sunset Over the Waves: Bob paints dramatic, crashing waves with golden, pink and mauve tones as he creates an awe-inspiring seascape on canvas. (S11, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
Scrimshaw: Brenda, a lonely alcoholic, is delighted when she bumps into an old friend from university. But does he have an ulterior motive for seeing her? (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
Skeleton In The Cupboard: Robert Smythe has a dark secret he has kept for 20 years but it has now come back to haunt him. Can he keep it a secret from his wife? (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
The Right Price: A burglar bargains with his victims when he discovers robbery will not be as profitable as capitalising on a life insurance pay out. (S4, ep 22) [S]
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
I'll Take Care of You: A used car salesman is driven to murder by his big-spending wife. Russell Collins and Ida Moore star. (S4, ep 23) [S]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of an Academy Award-winning actor and director known for Citizen Kane and more. (S8, ep 5) [S]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
A look at the life and legendary career of the original James Bond - Academy Award-winning Sean Connery. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30
The Colonel's Lady: Colonel George Peregrine's comfortable life is disturbed when his wife writes a bestselling raunchy novel. Is this evidence that she's having an affair? (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00
The Surgeon: When wealthy Prince Zawi gives surgeon Robert Sandy a diamond for saving his life, the doctor finds that his new jewel is really more of a liability than an asset. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00
Despite the ban on jazz throughout the Third Reich, the Nazis created Germany's premier swing band. This documentary charts the fascinating story of Karl Schweidler and his band. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
Derbyshire - Dipper: Jim and Nancy make their way to Derbyshire for a peek of the dipper and create a stunning piece of unique art. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of a celebrated Australian filmmaker, known for The Quiet American, Rabbit-Proof Fence and Dead Calm. (S8, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00
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]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
The Verger: When devoted verger Albert is forced to resign, he sets out to build a new life. But can he succeed in a modern world that has little time for his old-fashioned ways? (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
The Facts Of Life: When sheltered young man Nicholas travels to London to compete in a fencing competition, he gets caught up in a very strange adventure. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30
The Avon Emeralds: A detective trails an elegant woman suspected of smuggling an emerald necklace. (S4, ep 24) [S]
Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00
The Kind Waitress: A waitress plots murder after learning she has been included in a wealthy patron's will. (S4, ep 25) [S]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
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]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00
Prepare to be blown away by performances from Opry member Carly Pearce, Ashley McBryde, Martina McBride, Crystal Gayle, Emmy Russell and Rhonda Vincent. [S]
Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:00
This biographical musical film directed by Gary Weis intertwines 1976 concert footage with interviews with the band, along with Blues Brothers Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. [S]
Tomorrow 23:00 - 00:55
New. The Sky Arts Awards returns with an unmissable evening of celebration hosted by Bill Bailey, spotlighting creative brilliance across the arts. Strong language and flashing images.
Sat Sep 20
Saturday 00:55 - 02:15
James Brown's brilliant performance at the 1981 Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, featuring hits Papa's Got a Brand New Bag and Sex Machine. [S]
Saturday 02:15 - 03:30
Truth: With a helping hand from the likes of Mavis Staples, Janis Joplin and Chaka Khan, take a trip to the 1950s and 60s and the roots of rock and roll. (1 of 4) [S,AD]
Saturday 03:30 - 04:00
A look at the life and music of Janis Joplin. Known for her powerful, blues-inspired vocals, she rose to fame in the late 1960s before dying of a drug overdose in 1970. (S5, ep 7) [S]
Saturday 04:00 - 05:00
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]
Saturday 05:00 - 06:00
Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (2 of 4) [S,AD]
Saturday 06:00 - 09:00
An ex-husband and wife team star in a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew, plagued by lovers' quarrels and gangsters seeking money. Film adaptation of the 1948 musical. (1953) [S]
Saturday 09:00 - 09:30
People Don't Do Such Things: Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:30 - 10:00
In The Cards: Fortuneteller Madame Myra thinks she is on to a winner when she meets a man prophesied to come in to a lot of money before dying shortly after. (S8, ep 2) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
Nothin' Short Of Highway Robbery: On a long drive through the desert, a couple get their car serviced and are handed an extortionate bill. But they plan on turning the tables. (S8, ep 3) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
Scrimshaw: Brenda, a lonely alcoholic, is delighted when she bumps into an old friend from university. But does he have an ulterior motive for seeing her? (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]
Saturday 11:00 - 12:00
Beyond the Sea of Death: An heiress finds a man who loves her for herself instead of her money. After he dies tragically, she tries to regain contact with him via a mystic. (S2, ep 14) [S]
Saturday 12:00 - 13:00
Night Caller: When Marcia Fowler spots a new neighbour ogling her, she calls the police. Things get complicated when Marcia's husband returns from a business trip. (S2, ep 15) [S]
Saturday 13:00 - 14:40
Matthew Bourne's reimagining of Tim Burton's movie, featuring the beautiful music of Danny Elfman and Terry Davies. [S]
Saturday 14:40 - 16:55
Join Charlie Chaplin with a satirical take on war in his first true sound film, as a Commander and a Jewish barber try to survive against a ruthless dictator. [S]
Saturday 16:55 - 19:15
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]
Saturday 19:15 - 21:00
A treat for all Queen fans as Freddie, Brian, John and Roger perform early hits such as Killer Queen and Seven Seas of Rhye at the Rainbow Theatre in London in 1974. [S]
Saturday 21:00 - 22:10
An intimate documentary about the greatest rock band of all time. Featuring exclusive interviews and some previously unseen photographs, you'll see Queen like you've never seen them before. [S]
Saturday 22:10 - 00:40
One of the world's biggest bands return to the scene of their Live Aid (1985) triumph a year earlier to play all their greatest hits in front of a packed Wembley Stadium. [S]
Sun Sep 21
Sunday 00:40 - 02:00
Documentary charting the 16 years of the famed music group Queen, including their 1986 Tour and Live Aid. [S]
Sunday 02:00 - 03:00
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]
Sunday 03:00 - 04:00
Emeli Sande: The owner of two UK number-one singles, Emeli Sandé discusses her life in music and the genius of her songwriting, while also performing a selection of tracks. (3 of 6) [S]
Sunday 04:00 - 05:00
A detailed 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]
Sunday 05:00 - 05:30
A look at the rise of The Beach Boys, the iconic rock/pop group who rose to stardom with their happy, fun-loving songs that were filled with beautiful harmonies. (S5, ep 9) [S]
Sunday 05:30 - 06:00
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]
Sunday 06:00 - 08:20
A stunning performance of Madama Butterfly from Bregenz, as Giacomo Puccini's powerful opera presents an enduring, tragic tale of unrequited love. [S]
Sunday 08:20 - 08:55
Skeleton In The Cupboard: Robert Smythe has a dark secret he has kept for 20 years but it has now come back to haunt him. Can he keep it a secret from his wife? (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]
Sunday 08:55 - 09:30
The Colonel's Lady: Colonel George Peregrine's comfortable life is disturbed when his wife writes a bestselling raunchy novel. Is this evidence that she's having an affair? (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:30 - 10:00
The Surgeon: When wealthy Prince Zawi gives surgeon Robert Sandy a diamond for saving his life, the doctor finds that his new jewel is really more of a liability than an asset. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
The Verger: When devoted verger Albert is forced to resign, he sets out to build a new life. But can he succeed in a modern world that has little time for his old-fashioned ways? (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
The Facts Of Life: When sheltered young man Nicholas travels to London to compete in a fencing competition, he gets caught up in a very strange adventure. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00
The Evil of Adelaide Winters: A man believes a woman running a psychic scam has contacted his dead son and becomes dangerously obsessed with her sessions. (S2, ep 16) [S]
Sunday 12:00 - 13:00
The Jar: Charlie buys a strange jar at a carnival. His wife is scared of it, but townspeople come from miles to see it and Charlie becomes a local celebrity. (S2, ep 17) [S]
Sunday 13:00 - 14:20
An in-depth look at the English National Ballet as it prepares to make history by becoming the first UK company in 60 years to perform on the Palais Garnier stage. [S]
Sunday 14:20 - 15:20
A glimpse into the life of Jeff Bridges, who scooped an Academy Award for his performance in Crazy Heart and also starred in Tron and True Grit. (S10, ep 8) [S,AD]
Sunday 15:20 - 17:00
New. The origin story of renowned American painter Justin Wadlington, known as the Blind Eye Artist, who rose from the streets of Philadelphia with no formal art training. [S]
Sunday 17:00 - 18:20
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]
Sunday 18:20 - 20:00
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]
Sunday 20:00 - 22:00
The story of the iconic trio and the triumphs and hurdles of their career, with insight from many musicians including oldest brother Barry. [S]
Sunday 22:00 - 23:55
New. The Sky Arts Awards returns with an unmissable evening of celebration hosted by Bill Bailey, spotlighting creative brilliance across the arts. Strong language and flashing images.
Sunday 23:55 - 01:35
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]
Mon Sep 22
Monday 01:35 - 02:35
ABC: Accompanied by the Southbank Sinfonia at the London Palladium, pop band ABC perform and discuss The Lexicon of Love, one of the 1980s' most successful debut albums. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Monday 02:35 - 04:00
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]
Monday 04:00 - 05:00
Paul Heaton: Prospering with both The Housemartins and The Beautiful South, Paul Heaton lifts the lid on his craft and performs a selection of tracks. (4 of 6) [S]
Monday 05:00 - 05:30
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]
Monday 05:30 - 06:00
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]
Monday 06:00 - 07:50
Sir Simon Rattle conducts Sibelius' tone poems and Bruckner's radiant Seventh Symphony, where vast landscapes merge with the human soul. [S]
Monday 07:50 - 08:25
Golden Glow: Bob perfectly demonstrates how to make a snow scene glow as he paints a glistening pond in the dead of winter. (S11, ep 11) [S,AD]
Monday 08:25 - 09:00
Roadside Barn: In this masterpiece, Bob follows an old dirt road up to a quaint country barn nestled in nature's greenery. (S11, ep 12) [S,AD]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
The Colonel's Lady: Colonel George Peregrine's comfortable life is disturbed when his wife writes a bestselling raunchy novel. Is this evidence that she's having an affair? (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
The Surgeon: When wealthy Prince Zawi gives surgeon Robert Sandy a diamond for saving his life, the doctor finds that his new jewel is really more of a liability than an asset. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
The Avon Emeralds: A detective trails an elegant woman suspected of smuggling an emerald necklace. (S4, ep 24) [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
The Kind Waitress: A waitress plots murder after learning she has been included in a wealthy patron's will. (S4, ep 25) [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of a celebrated Australian filmmaker, known for The Quiet American, Rabbit-Proof Fence and Dead Calm. (S8, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
The Verger: When devoted verger Albert is forced to resign, he sets out to build a new life. But can he succeed in a modern world that has little time for his old-fashioned ways? (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]
Monday 13:30 - 14:00
The Facts Of Life: When sheltered young man Nicholas travels to London to compete in a fencing competition, he gets caught up in a very strange adventure. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 14:00 - 15:00
Film offering a glimpse into the career of the Oscar-winning Mary Poppins actress, and delving behind the squeaky-clean image to reveal a much more torturous career. [S,AD]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
Northern Ireland - Puffin: Jim and Nancy Moir are in Northern Ireland for a peek at the puffin, taking in the landscapes and creating unique paintings. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of American director David Fincher, renowned for his psychological thrillers such as Fight Club, Seven and Panic Room. (S8, ep 7) [S,AD]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
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]
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
Wink Three Times: When a timid provincial solicitor visits a smart London hotel on a business trip, he becomes embroiled in a curious case of mistaken identity. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
The Finger Of Suspicion: Happily married and living in the Middle East, American safe-cracker Steve is suddenly threatened with extradition for a crime he says he didn't commit. (S9, ep 7) [S,AD]
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
Cheap is Cheap: A miserly man searches for the cheapest method of murdering his big-spending wife. (S4, ep 26) [S]
Monday 19:30 - 20:00
The Waxwork: A reporter gets permission from the owner of a wax museum to spend the night in the museum section devoted to murderers. (S4, ep 27) [S]
Monday 20:00 - 21:00
André Rieu: Waltz Around the World: Join André as he showcases his music on a tour around the world, visiting places including Malta, Scotland and Ireland. (S5, ep 4) [S]
Monday 21:00 - 23:55
As the sun sets over the magnificent Hofburg Palace, showstopping Dutch violinist André Rieu leads his orchestra in a series of Viennese favourites, including The Blue Danube. [S]
Monday 23:55 - 01:15
An in-depth look at the English National Ballet as it prepares to make history by becoming the first UK company in 60 years to perform on the Palais Garnier stage. [S]
Tue Sep 23
Tuesday 01:15 - 04:00
Recorded at the Bristol Old Vic's 255-year-old Georgian theatre, witness Emma Rice's intoxicating adaptation of the Brontë classic performed in November 2021. [S]
Tuesday 04:00 - 05:00
David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]
Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00
Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (3 of 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 06:15 - 08:00
Including a trained football fan chorus to mark the World Cup, this operatic tale about the corruption that shrouds the beautiful game at present combines arias and musical pieces. [S]
Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30
Happy Accident: Bob creates an immensely satisfying scene on canvas, featuring fluffy trees surrounding the banks of a rushing river. (S11, ep 13) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00
Golden Knoll: Bob conjures up a beautiful scene featuring delicate, leafless trees and a grassy meadow cuddling a sweet cottage. (S12, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
The Verger: When devoted verger Albert is forced to resign, he sets out to build a new life. But can he succeed in a modern world that has little time for his old-fashioned ways? (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
The Facts Of Life: When sheltered young man Nicholas travels to London to compete in a fencing competition, he gets caught up in a very strange adventure. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
Cheap is Cheap: A miserly man searches for the cheapest method of murdering his big-spending wife. (S4, ep 26) [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
The Waxwork: A reporter gets permission from the owner of a wax museum to spend the night in the museum section devoted to murderers. (S4, ep 27) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of American director David Fincher, renowned for his psychological thrillers such as Fight Club, Seven and Panic Room. (S8, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
Wink Three Times: When a timid provincial solicitor visits a smart London hotel on a business trip, he becomes embroiled in a curious case of mistaken identity. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
The Finger Of Suspicion: Happily married and living in the Middle East, American safe-cracker Steve is suddenly threatened with extradition for a crime he says he didn't commit. (S9, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
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]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
North Wales - Black Grouse: Jim and Nancy are off to North Wales to catch a glimpse of the Black Grouse, while creating stunning pieces of unique art. (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of American filmmaker Nancy Meyers, known for The Parent Trap, The Holiday and Something's Gotta Give. (S8, ep 8) [S]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
A glimpse into the life of French star and winner of the 2019 Honorary Palme d'Or, Alain Delon. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
A Time To Die: Yves's marriage has gone stale and his young mistress has announced that she is pregnant. But he then makes a decision which changes everyone's lives forever. (S9, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
Mr Know-All: When pretty hotel worker Elly is charmed by a guest, archaeologist Max Kelada, it seems that the Mr Know-All professor might not be the man he claims to be. (S9, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Banquo's Chair: A Scotland Yard inspector arranges a unique ruse to capture a killer. With Kenneth Haigh. (S4, ep 29) [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
A Night with the Boys: Fearing his pregnant wife's displeasure, a man fakes being mugged to cover poker losses. (S4, ep 30) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:15
Serge Bramly travels in time exploring Leonardo da Vinci's myriad skills, cracking the code behind the Italian's talent to paint, invent and revolutionise. [S]
Tuesday 21:15 - 22:30
In a time of conservatism and racism during the Reagan years, New York artist Jean-Michel Basquiat flourished with brush in hand. Chart his life and work with this documentary. [S]
Tuesday 22:30 - 23:30
Kate Bryan explores the lives of the Guerrilla Girls, a group of art activists who haven't granted a film crew full access to their lives and work in over 30 years. [S]
Tuesday 23:30 - 01:25
Beautiful, talented, sombre and enigmatic, a troubled genius with a proclivity for solitude, Greta Garbo is still considered one of the greatest Hollywood actresses of all time. [S]
Wed Sep 24
Wednesday 01:25 - 02:55
Film critics Ian Nathan, Bonnie Greer, Neil Norman and Stephen Armstrong discuss their favourite romance movies of all time, including Casablanca and When Harry Met Sally. [S,AD]
Wednesday 02:55 - 03:05
Royal Society of Literature: A Sky Arts bursary enabled the Royal Society of Literature to create the Sky Arts RSL Writers Awards, offering support to emerging writers of colour. [S]
Wednesday 03:05 - 04:00
Richard E Grant: Actor Richard E Grant discusses A Pocketful of Happiness, his memoir recording his wife Joan's illness and death, plus his childhood and Withnail and I. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 04:00 - 05:00
David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (4 of 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 06:00 - 06:30
A look back at the career of British Soprano singer Lesley Garrett as Melvyn Bragg reflects on more unforgettable episodes of The South Bank Show. (S7, ep 3) [S]
Wednesday 06:30 - 08:00
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]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
Mountain Reflections: Using his inimitable brushstrokes on canvas, Bob takes a trip to a beautiful lake hideaway nestled below a towering mountain. (S12, ep 2) [S]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
Secluded Mountain: In this masterpiece, Bob creates an atmospheric mountain scene with soft, sloping grass cover, a crystal lake and rock banks. (S12, ep 3) [S]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
Wink Three Times: When a timid provincial solicitor visits a smart London hotel on a business trip, he becomes embroiled in a curious case of mistaken identity. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
The Finger Of Suspicion: Happily married and living in the Middle East, American safe-cracker Steve is suddenly threatened with extradition for a crime he says he didn't commit. (S9, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Banquo's Chair: A Scotland Yard inspector arranges a unique ruse to capture a killer. With Kenneth Haigh. (S4, ep 29) [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
A Night with the Boys: Fearing his pregnant wife's displeasure, a man fakes being mugged to cover poker losses. (S4, ep 30) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of American filmmaker Nancy Meyers, known for The Parent Trap, The Holiday and Something's Gotta Give. (S8, ep 8) [S]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
A glimpse into the life of French star and winner of the 2019 Honorary Palme d'Or, Alain Delon. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
A Time To Die: Yves's marriage has gone stale and his young mistress has announced that she is pregnant. But he then makes a decision which changes everyone's lives forever. (S9, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
Mr Know-All: When pretty hotel worker Elly is charmed by a guest, archaeologist Max Kelada, it seems that the Mr Know-All professor might not be the man he claims to be. (S9, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
This documentary takes you to the artistic treasure trove that is the Louvre - home to 38,000 works of art. Every day, thousands of men and women work here to bring history to life. [S]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
Scotland - Crested Tit: Jim and Nancy are taking their brushes to Scotland, painting beautiful art and searching for the Crested Tit. (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of the legendary actor-turned-director Clint Eastwood, known for Unforgiven, Million Dollar Baby and American Sniper. (S8, ep 9) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
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]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
The Man From The South: A young American couple on holiday meet a mysterious old gentleman who makes them a macabre wager. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
Mrs Bixby and the Colonel's Coat: Unable to show her dentist husband Cyril the fur coat her lover has given her, Mrs Bixby proceeds to hatch a clever plan. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31) [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32) [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
In a career that lasted only ten years, Vincent van Gogh painted one subject more than any other: himself. This is the story of Vincent told using eight of his self-portraits. [S]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
Quatermass to Christopher Nolan: Space travel redefines human potential, reviving exploration and conquest while inspiring innovation and unity. (S1, ep 4) [S]
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:35
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]
Wednesday 23:35 - 01:00
Explore the life and story of Federico Fellini, one of the most decorated directors in the history of cinema, with an intimate look at his works and values through archival footage. [S]
Thu Sep 25
Thursday 01:00 - 03:00
Featuring Tilda Swinton, this feature documentary tells the story of a remarkable artist and modernist painter, Wilhelmina Barns-Graham. (2024) [S]
Thursday 03:00 - 04:00
Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of Focus Group book club from Wiltshire meet podcaster and comedian Adam Buxton to discuss his memoir. (2 of 6) [S]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
Musical Theatre: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (3 of 3) [S]
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
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]
Thursday 06:00 - 08:00
In this special episode, relive the entirety of Andrea Bocelli's life-affirming exploration of his homeland Italy and the moments, songs and relationships that bring us together. [S]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
Bright Autumn Trees: Bob gives a lesson in how to capture the unique colours of autumn as he paints trees and bushes surrounding a river with oranges and yellows. (S12, ep 4) [S]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
Black Seascape: In this haunting masterpiece on black canvas, Bob creates crashing waves in a moonlit setting. (S12, ep 5) [S]
Thursday 09:00 - 09:30
A Time To Die: Yves's marriage has gone stale and his young mistress has announced that she is pregnant. But he then makes a decision which changes everyone's lives forever. (S9, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
Mr Know-All: When pretty hotel worker Elly is charmed by a guest, archaeologist Max Kelada, it seems that the Mr Know-All professor might not be the man he claims to be. (S9, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31) [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32) [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of the legendary actor-turned-director Clint Eastwood, known for Unforgiven, Million Dollar Baby and American Sniper. (S8, ep 9) [S]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
The Man From The South: A young American couple on holiday meet a mysterious old gentleman who makes them a macabre wager. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Thursday 13:30 - 14:00
Mrs Bixby and the Colonel's Coat: Unable to show her dentist husband Cyril the fur coat her lover has given her, Mrs Bixby proceeds to hatch a clever plan. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
The Exhibition. Take a trip down memory lane with a look at this exhibition celebrating some of the finest art to have come out of Sky Arts' Portrait Artist Of The Year. [S,AD]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
Ireland - Little Tern: Jim and Nancy are heading West, creating beautiful art in Ireland as they search for the Little Tern. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of the celebrated Taiwanese filmmaker Ang Lee, known for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Brokeback Mountain and Life of Pi. (S8, ep 10) [S]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
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]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
William and Mary: When her husband William dies, Mary Pearl is shocked that his will stipulates that his brain should be kept alive - with interesting results. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
Lamb to the Slaughter: When Mary kills her husband with a frozen leg of lamb, she must think quickly to hide the evidence. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Thursday 19:00 - 19:30
The Dusty Drawer: A man seeks revenge on a bank clerk who once stole some money from him. (S4, ep 33) [S]
Thursday 19:30 - 20:00
A True Account: A woman consults an attorney about her husband, whom she believes is a murderer. (S4, ep 34) [S]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
A look at the British Academy Award-winning actress who has starred in a host of films including Julia, Mission: Impossible and Murder on the Orient Express. (S11, ep 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 21:00 - 22:00
A look at the life and career of the celebrated Taiwanese filmmaker Ang Lee, known for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Brokeback Mountain and Life of Pi. (S8, ep 10) [S]
Thursday 22:00 - 23:30
Learn more about the boom in British cinema as new, pioneering techniques saw productivity skyrocket and creativity flourish within the industry. [S]
Thursday 23:30 - 00:30
The Secret Life of Film: Discover what it was like to be a script supervisor before video assistance or digital cameras, when a director had to know each frame inside out. (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Fri Sep 26
Friday 00:30 - 02:40
This intimate documentary reveals the story of a fierce rock 'n' roller, actress, muse and mother who rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s. [S]