Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
...Transformer. Lou Reed and producers David Bowie and Mick Ronson reveal, track by track, how they created his seminal album, which featured Perfect Day and Walk On The Wild Side. [S]
36: Sky Arts
Thu Apr 30
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
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 17:00 - 18:00
Richard Dawkins and Sally Hitchiner: The seven semi-finalists battle for a place in the final. With Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner. (S2, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
New. Feel the pressure rise as junior conductors tackle modern music and face a royal surprise on the road to Making a Maestro. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
A look at the life and career of the the Academy Award-winning actor whose glittering portfolio includes Norma Rae, Places in the Heart, Mrs Doubtfire and Forrest Gump. (S12, ep 13) [S]
Thursday 21:00 - 23:20
A divorcée falls for an over-the-hill cowboy who is struggling to maintain his romantically independent lifestyle. [S]
Thursday 23:20 - 00:20
The life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, known for his 1973 horror film The Exorcist and his action-thriller The French Connection. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]
Fri May 01
Today 00:20 - 01:20
Marilyn Monroe is the defining icon of the 50s. A shining example of the American dream. However, as the decade continued, the myth of Marilyn and the American Dream seemed to crumble. [S]
Today 01:20 - 03:05
Featuring Tilda Swinton, this feature documentary tells the story of a remarkable artist and modernist painter, Wilhelmina Barns-Graham. (2024) [S]
Today 03:05 - 03:30
The Scream: More than a painting, The Scream provides a glimpse into Edvard Munch's mind. Learn his struggles with anxiety and the deterioration of his works over time. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Today 03:30 - 04:00
Starry Night: Trace the tragedy of Van Gogh's short life, the brilliance born from pain and the legacy of a genius whose masterpiece continues to captivate and inspire. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 04:00 - 05:00
A look at six watches from a vast collection spanning 300 years, including a watch made in London the year before the Great Fire. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 05:00 - 06:00
On The Road: Fans all over the world enjoy André's performances of Radetzky March and Ave Maria, as he presents highlights of his recent global tour. (9 of 10) [S]
Today 06:00 - 08:00
...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]
Today 08:00 - 08:30
Botanical Flowers: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 13) [S,AD]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
Painting With Lines: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 14) [S,AD]
Today 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]
Today 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]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
Guest for Breakfast: A murderer holding a married couple at gunpoint tries to decide which one to kill, but their constant arguing over who should die clouds his judgement. (S3, ep 21) [S]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
The Return of the Hero: Sergeant Andre is a returning veteran heading home with his friend Marcel - the man who will bail him out of his pre-marital problem. (S3, ep 22) [S]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
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]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Today 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]
Today 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]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
Strings: Uncover the role of the double bass, viola and violins as the group prepare to perform Gustav Mahler's monumental second symphony. (1 of 4) [S]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
...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]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of the the Academy Award-winning actor whose glittering portfolio includes Norma Rae, Places in the Heart, Mrs Doubtfire and Forrest Gump. (S12, ep 13) [S]
Today 17:00 - 18:30
Sir Ian McKellen: It's crunch time as the three finalists get four nerve-wracking hours to paint Sir Ian McKellen. (S2, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 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]
Today 19:00 - 19:30
The Right Kind of House: Mr Waterbury believes he can get a good deal on some real estate due to the home's dark past, but he hasn't dealt with the owner Sadie Grimes. (S3, ep 23) [S]
Today 19:30 - 20:00
The Foghorn: Lucia meets and falls for Allen Bliss at a party that is a celebration of her engagement to another man, John St. Rogers. To her dismay, Allen himself is married. (S3, ep 24) [S]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
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]
Today 21:00 - 23:30
In this historic concert from July 2006, Billy plays a rousing set to an enormous crowd in front of the Colosseum in Rome. With special guest, Bryan Adams. [S]
Today 23:30 - 02:05
Containing classic 60s film and TV appearances, rare archive footage and never-before-seen material, follow the ultimate story of the folk-pop phenomenon. [S]
Sat May 02
Tomorrow 02:05 - 04:05
Highlights of Sunday's incredible acts at the Isle of Wight Festival 2023, where the likes of Blondie, James Bay and Robbie Williams brought the party to a close. [S]
Tomorrow 04:05 - 05:00
Leading music critics and DJs discuss the life, music, legacy and larger-than-life stage characters of the glam rock legend. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00
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]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:00
Elaine Paige stars in Andrew Lloyd Webber's world-famous musical. A group of cats gather to choose one lucky feline, who will go to a magical place to be reborn. [S]
Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:35
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 08:35 - 09:05
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]
Tomorrow 09:05 - 09:35
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]
Tomorrow 09:35 - 10:05
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]
Tomorrow 10:05 - 10:35
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]
Tomorrow 10:35 - 11:05
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]
Tomorrow 11:05 - 12:10
Bonfire: After a lonely woman moves to a small town to live in the home of her recently deceased aunt, she finds one neighbor is particularly willing to help. (S1, ep 13) [S]
Tomorrow 12:10 - 13:15
The Tender Poisoner: An executive plans to end an associate's love affair, saving the man's career and marriage. (S1, ep 14) [S]
Tomorrow 13:15 - 15:00
An investigator from the War Crimes Commission travels to Connecticut to find an infamous Nazi. [S]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
An intimate portrait of Peter Finch, the actor known for his portrayal of anchorman Howard Beale in Network, for which he received the first ever posthumous Oscar. (S9, ep 3) [S]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
New. Feel the pressure rise as junior conductors tackle modern music and face a royal surprise on the road to Making a Maestro. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 19:00
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]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:20
Exploration of the highs and lows of the lives and careers of the brother-sister duo, including Karen's untimely death in 1983. With Burt Bacharach. [S]
Tomorrow 20:20 - 21:50
Filmed at Abbey Road Studios in 1974 on videotape, experience the inner workings of the band as they perform together. [S]
Tomorrow 21:50 - 23:05
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]
Tomorrow 23:05 - 00:25
Rumours: Fleetwood Mac reveal how private turmoil acted as a catalyst in the creation of a Grammy-winning album that went on to sell more than 19 million copies. (S1, ep 6) [S]
Sun May 03
Sunday 00:25 - 01:55
Classic performance from The Jam, filmed in 1980 at the Westfalenhalle, Germany, featuring hits Going Underground, Start, Eton Rifles and Down in the Tube Station at Midnight. [S]
Sunday 01:55 - 02:55
In a stripped-back set at London's Royal Festival Hall, Paul Weller performs hits from his early career through to tracks from his 2018 solo album, True Meanings. [S]
Sunday 02:55 - 04:10
Irrepressible British Rock performer Ian Dury and his multi-talented band, The Blockheads, perform live from the Hammersmith Odeon in 1985. [S]
Sunday 04:10 - 05:10
Prog rock icons Pink Floyd reflect on the creation of their hugely influential concept album, with rarely seen archive studio footage. [S]
Sunday 05:10 - 05:35
Music journalists examine the life and music of Elvis Costello, who exploded on to the late 70s new wave scene with raw energy and ingenious songwriting. (S5, ep 17) [S]
Sunday 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]
Sunday 06:00 - 08:55
The full baroque orchestra and choir of the Academy of Ancient Music are joined by a glittering array of soloists for Handel's evergreen musical account of the birth of Christ. [S]
Sunday 08:55 - 09:25
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]
Sunday 09:25 - 09:55
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]
Sunday 09:55 - 10:20
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]
Sunday 10:20 - 10:50
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]
Sunday 10:50 - 11:50
The Thirty-First of February: The death of a man's wife is ruled an accident, but strange incidents at the widower's place of work raise new questions. (S1, ep 15) [S]
Sunday 11:50 - 12:50
What Really Happened: A woman stands trial for her husband's murder - and the family maid holds the key to the truth. (S1, ep 16) [S]
Sunday 12:50 - 13:50
New. Feel the pressure rise as junior conductors tackle modern music and face a royal surprise on the road to Making a Maestro. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Sunday 13:50 - 16:10
A divorcée falls for an over-the-hill cowboy who is struggling to maintain his romantically independent lifestyle. [S]
Sunday 16:10 - 18:05
Concert film capturing Dire Straits during their two-night gig at the Hammersmith Odeon. The climax of their Love Over Gold tour, hits include Romeo and Juliet and Sultans of Swing. [S]
Sunday 18:05 - 21:00
A. Forum. The six-time Grammy-winning rockers take to the stage at the Forum in California over three nights, delighting fans with hits like Hotel California and Take It Easy. [S]
Sunday 21:00 - 23:45
Robert Downey Jr gives a career-defining performance as cinema legend Charlie Chaplin in this emotive biopic from Richard Attenborough. Anthony Hopkins co-stars. (1992)
Sunday 23:45 - 00:45
Prepare to be blown away by performances from Opry member Carrie Underwood, along with Hardy, Breland and Ben Fuller. [S]
Mon May 04
Monday 00:45 - 01:45
Peter Hook: Joy Division, New Order: With A-List musical talent at its heart, each episode is authored by a different bass expert. With strong language and flashing images. (1 of 3) [S]
Monday 01:45 - 03:20
Record On: New Order - Power, Corruption & Lies: The story of New Order's 1983 album, exploring how they turned to electronic instrumentation - out of which came the hit Blue Monday. [S,AD]
Monday 03:20 - 05:35
The Pet Shop Boys perform hit songs like West End Girls, Suburbia, Opportunities and It's a Sin live in concert during their Dreamworld tour. [S]
Monday 05:35 - 06:00
A fascinating look at American rock band The Doors. Led by Jim Morrison, they were one of the most revolutionary and influential bands of the 60s. (S5, ep 18) [S]
Monday 06:00 - 08:10
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]
Monday 08:10 - 08:35
Figures in Landscape: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 15) [S,AD]
Monday 08:35 - 09:00
Child Portraiture: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 16) [S,AD]
Monday 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]
Monday 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]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
The Right Kind of House: Mr Waterbury believes he can get a good deal on some real estate due to the home's dark past, but he hasn't dealt with the owner Sadie Grimes. (S3, ep 23) [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
The Foghorn: Lucia meets and falls for Allen Bliss at a party that is a celebration of her engagement to another man, John St. Rogers. To her dismay, Allen himself is married. (S3, ep 24) [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of the the Academy Award-winning actor whose glittering portfolio includes Norma Rae, Places in the Heart, Mrs Doubtfire and Forrest Gump. (S12, ep 13) [S]
Monday 12:00 - 13:45
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]
Monday 13:45 - 16:30
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]
Monday 16:30 - 17:45
Documentary capturing the sights and sounds of the pivotal year in Elvis's journey to become the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Features rare footage, photos and recordings. [S,AD]
Monday 17:45 - 20:00
A captivating Freddie Mercury leads Queen in this 1982 concert, filmed live at the National Bowl in Milton Keynes. The band perform a rousing set featuring Flash and Under Pressure. [S]
Monday 20:00 - 21:00
Down Under: Head backstage with André in Melbourne as he presents show-stopping songs from his memorable tour of Australia. (8 of 10) [S]
Monday 21:00 - 23:00
In front of a packed-out Museum Square in Amsterdam in April 2013, Andre Rieu delivers a concert alongside his Johann Strauss Orchestra to cap an extraordinary event. [S]
Monday 23:00 - 00:00
Barry Cryer explores the life and career of the BAFTA-nominated stand-up star, who has also appeared in films such as Mrs Brown, The Last Samurai and Indecent Proposal. (S2, ep 11) [S]
Tue May 05
Tuesday 00:00 - 02:00
New. Step into a Welsh village at dawn as dreams, secrets and longing come alive in Dylan Thomas' lyrical masterpiece Under Milk Wood. [S]
Tuesday 02:00 - 03:50
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]
Tuesday 03:50 - 05:00
Trace the adventures, conquests, experiences and inventions that allowed this pepper to appear in the painting of the great 17th-century Spanish painter. [S]
Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00
Arguably the greatest ever frontman, Freddie Mercury was a complete one-off. This is the Queen icon's story - told through the sale of his personal items at Sotheby's. [S]
Tuesday 06:00 - 07:20
At the Lightroom in London, pianist Yuja Wang offers an extraordinary recital at the heart of the immersive exhibition devoted to David Hockney. [S]
Tuesday 07:20 - 07:55
Red Sunset: Bob uses his skill on black canvas to create a glowing, fiery landscape with warm light illuminating trees in the foreground. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 07:55 - 08:25
Colour Mixing: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 17) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:25 - 08:55
Painting Skies and Clouds: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 18) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:55 - 09:25
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]
Tuesday 09:25 - 10:00
The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
Flight to the East: A newsman taking a trip to Egypt describes his past connection with arms trafficking to a fellow passenger who knows part of his story is untrue. (S3, ep 25) [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
Bull in a China Shop: A homicide detective is befriended by four old women who invite him for tea and proceed to play out a variation of Arsenic and Old Lace for his benefit. (S3, ep 26) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
A glimpse into the life and career of the Academy Award-winning Hollywood star, known for his excellent work in films such as Forrest Gump and The Green Mile. (S13, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
André Rieu is joined by his Johann Strauss Orchestra as he heads home to Maastricht to perform in front of thousands of fans in the town's historic square. [S]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
The life story of the Tess of the d'Urbervilles author, examining the hardships that fuelled his transformation into one of the most celebrated poets. [S,AD]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
A deep dive into the making of the critically acclaimed record considered one of the top reggae albums of all time from Bob Marley and The Wailers. [S]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
Denzel Washington: A look at the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning star of Glory, Training Day, Malcolm X and many more acclaimed films. (S13, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
Painting Alan Cumming: Join the 2014 winner as they paint and unveil their £10,000 commission to paint actor Alan Cumming for the Scottish National Portrait Gallery. (S2, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Disappearing Trick: A bookmaker blackmails a man who feigned death to collect insurance money, and finds the man's wife wants a share. (S3, ep 27) [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
Lamb to the Slaughter: When Mary Maloney's police chief husband is found dead, the police investigate and run into difficulties trying to find the murder weapon. (S3, ep 28) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00
The life story of the Tess of the d'Urbervilles author, examining the hardships that fuelled his transformation into one of the most celebrated poets. [S,AD]
Tuesday 21:00 - 23:30
New. Escape to the Italian Riviera with this production of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, with a cast including Katherine Parkinson and John Heffernan. [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 May 06
Wednesday 01:25 - 03:25
Unpacking their walk through life, enjoy an insight into the world of Gilbert Prousch and George Passmore. Contains strong language and controversial, confrontational art. [S,AD]
Wednesday 03:25 - 05:00
At the home of the Edinburgh International Festival. Violin virtuoso Nicola Benedetti presents a stunning showcase of classical music in front of a live audience. (1 of 2) [S]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
André Rieu is joined by his Johann Strauss Orchestra as he heads home to Maastricht to perform in front of thousands of fans in the town's historic square. [S]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 07:30 - 08:00
Drawing With Paint: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 19) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
How to Approach a Portrait: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 20) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
Introduction to Life Drawing: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 21) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Disappearing Trick: A bookmaker blackmails a man who feigned death to collect insurance money, and finds the man's wife wants a share. (S3, ep 27) [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
Lamb to the Slaughter: When Mary Maloney's police chief husband is found dead, the police investigate and run into difficulties trying to find the murder weapon. (S3, ep 28) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
Denzel Washington: A look at the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning star of Glory, Training Day, Malcolm X and many more acclaimed films. (S13, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform a host of beautiful love songs in this special concert from his home town of Maastricht, Netherlands. [S]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
Jim and Nancy visit the East Yorkshire coast to paint the splendid gannet. They are joined by artists Colin and Jess Self, as well as Jim's mum Audrey. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
Prog rock icons Pink Floyd reflect on the creation of their hugely influential concept album, with rarely seen archive studio footage. [S]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
A look into the life and career of one of Hollywood's most recognisable stars, known for her work in The Colour Purple, Sister Act, Glory and more. (S12, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Stanley Tucci, Indira Varma and Freddie Highmore: Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell launch a new search for a star portrait artist. (S3, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
Fatal Figures: A meek bored man wants to feel a sense of importance, so he turns to serious crimes ranging from theft to eventual murder. (S3, ep 29) [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
Death Sentence: Norman's lack of interest in wife Paula leads her to believe he no longer loves her, but she's wrong, and Norman threatens murder to prove it. (S3, ep 30) [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
New. The LSO in Concert: Experience a concert as the London Symphony Orchestra performs under the baton of the Donatella Flick Competition winner and rising star. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
Woodwind and Percussion: Follow bassoon, flute and percussion members as they head to the Royal Festival Hall to rehearse Mahler's second symphony. (2 of 4) [S]
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00
The United States Vs Nixon: A look at how the Watergate scandal led to Richard Nixon being the only president in United States history to resign from office. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 23:00 - 00:00
An inside look at the magazine's probing 1975 report on Patty Hearst's kidnappers, the arrival of The Sex Pistols, and John Lennon's final days. (3 of 6) [S,AD]
Thu May 07
Thursday 00:00 - 02:00
From a back office in London to its iconic status within the horror film genre, celebrate Hammer Horror's 90th anniversary. With contributions from Tim Burton. [S,AD]
Thursday 02:00 - 03:00
New. 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)
Thursday 03:00 - 04:00
A look at the Academy Award-winning filmmaker's life, career and portfolio of films which includes Scarface, Midnight Express, Platoon and Natural Born Killers. (S5, ep 4) [S]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
Tahmima Anam and Raven Smith: Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day are joined by the writers Tahmima Anam and Raven Smith as the two discuss their work. [S]
Thursday 05:00 - 06:00
André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform a host of beautiful love songs in this special concert from his home town of Maastricht, Netherlands. [S]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 09:00 - 09:30
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
Fatal Figures: A meek bored man wants to feel a sense of importance, so he turns to serious crimes ranging from theft to eventual murder. (S3, ep 29) [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
Death Sentence: Norman's lack of interest in wife Paula leads her to believe he no longer loves her, but she's wrong, and Norman threatens murder to prove it. (S3, ep 30) [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
A look into the life and career of one of Hollywood's most recognisable stars, known for her work in The Colour Purple, Sister Act, Glory and more. (S12, ep 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
An entertaining insight into the world of André Rieu, from his humble beginnings in Maastricht, Netherlands, to his critically acclaimed sell-out world tours. [S]
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 13:30 - 14:00
Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
In the series finale, Charles casts an eye to the future with one question in mind: what role does the orchestra have in the modern world? (6 of 6) [S]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
Hysteria: Formed in Sheffield in the 70s, Def Leppard were the architects of a new wave of British heavy metal music. Discover the story of the creation of their fourth album. (S1, ep 4) [S]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
From a child model to an Academy Award nominated performance in Taxi Driver, this is the story of Jodie Foster's life and breakthrough to Hollywood. (S13, ep 4) [S,AD]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Sue Perkins, Richard E Grant and Nina Sosanya: This week, the contestants paint three sitters, but who will the judges send through to the next round? (S3, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
Sauce For The Goose: Having arranged the death of her very wealthy husband in order to be with her lover Stephen, Olivia becomes increasingly annoyed by his lack of appreciation. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
Bird Of Prey: Jack and Edna's pet parrot dies after laying an unusually large egg. On hatching, it reveals an aggressive black-feathered bird, spelling immediate trouble. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
New. The LSO in Concert: Experience a concert as the London Symphony Orchestra performs under the baton of the Donatella Flick Competition winner and rising star. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
New. 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 21:00 - 23:05
Michael is determined to reform and stay faithful to his fiancée. However, his attempt at fidelity is jeopardised when numerous attractive women become smitten with him. [S]
Thursday 23:05 - 00:05
A look at the life and career of the director of Zero Dark Thirty and The Hurt Locker, the latter of which she won the Oscar for Best Director. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]
Fri May 08
Friday 00:05 - 01:45
An intimate look at the legendary actor, racer and icon. Hear from the people that knew him best - including his son and former wives - as they tell his incredible life story. [S]