Today 02:15 - 04:05
Delve into the journey of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland through its origins and reinventions over the last 157 years in this immersive show. [S]
36: Sky Arts
Wed Aug 12
Today 04:05 - 05:00
Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of Dancing Jumpers book club meet John Boyne, whilst being joined by a Lake District shepherd who discusses his bestseller. (6 of 6) [S]
Today 05:00 - 06:00
The Magic of Ealing Studios: Made at the famous West London studio, this series of beloved black comedies remain just as funny and daring as the day they were made. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 06:00 - 08:00
Head to the Royal Albert Hall as Classic FM Live returns in 2025 for a spectacular concert celebrating the world's greatest film music! [S]
Today 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Today 08:30 - 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]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
Edward the Conqueror: When Edward grows tired of his wife Louisa's obsession with a stray cat and decides to get rid of it, Louisa exacts her revenge. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
The Woman Who Wanted to Live: When a woman is forced to drive a murderer to safety, she deliberately passes up chances to escape. Charles Bronson and Lola Albright star. (S7, ep 14) [S]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
Strange Miracle: After pretending to be paralysed to get insurance money, a man dares to try and fake a miracle. David Opatoshu and Miriam Colon star. (S7, ep 15) [S]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of Rex Harrison, the Oscar-winning English actor who starred as Professor Henry Higgins in the 1964 film musical My Fair Lady. (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
Nouveau Horror: In the 80s, away from endless slasher movies, horror found a new lease of life, as directors broke the rules and added style to genre traditions. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Today 13:00 - 13:30
The Way Up To Heaven: Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]
Today 13:30 - 14:00
Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
The Dark Pool: After an adopted son drowns, a strange woman claims to be the boy's birth mother and proceeds to blackmail the adoptive mother. (S1, ep 28) [S]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
The Reagan Revolution: A look at the personalities and events of Reagan's two terms in the White House - both landmark legislative achievements and political setbacks. [S,AD]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
A fascinating portrait of Yul Brynner, the Academy Award-winning actor famed for his roles as King Mongkut of Siam in The King and I and a robotic gunslinger in Westworld. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]
Today 17:00 - 18:00
Dame Stella Rimington, Big Zuu, Alexis Ffrench: The competition continues with the artists creating portraits of celebrity guests. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 18:00 - 18:30
My Ladylove, My Dove: When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]
Today 18:30 - 19:00
Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Today 19:00 - 19:30
The Test: A lawyer defending a 17-year-old in a murder trial wants to use a controversial chemical test to help solve the case. Brian Keith and Eduardo Ciannelli star. (S2, ep 16) [S]
Today 19:30 - 20:00
New. Burglar Proof: A paroled safe-cracker is hired to try and break open one of their safes in order to get the $50,000 reward inside. Paul Hartman and Robert Webber star. (S7, ep 17) [S]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
New. Immerse yourself in the world of Welsh male-voice choirs, featuring three distinct choirs from different parts of Wales, each facing unique challenges. (2 of 3) [S]
Today 21:00 - 22:00
A Fresh Start: Dedicated dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (1 of 3) [S]
Today 22:00 - 23:00
Greed is Good: A look at America's economic growth throughout the 1980s, a decade of junk bonds, S&L bailouts and pervasive Wall Street corruption. [S,AD]
Today 23:00 - 00:00
Take a stroll around the rebuilt La Fenice in Venice, the stunning Sydney Opera House, the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia in Valencia and more. [S]
Thu Aug 13
Tomorrow 00:00 - 02:00
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]
Tomorrow 02:00 - 04:00
Extraordinary artists, designers and members of the community come together to dress some of Liverpool's most iconic statues for a unique summer project brought to you by Sky Arts. [S]
Tomorrow 04:00 - 05:00
Pope & Swift. Frank and Denise meet Ian Hislop to discover how Pope and Swift created satire that still influences writers today, before exploring Pope's grotto. (1 of 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00
Nouveau Horror: In the 80s, away from endless slasher movies, horror found a new lease of life, as directors broke the rules and added style to genre traditions. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:00
Enjoy an exhilarating performance of the 1975 Broadway musical The Wiz with a modern twist - a soul and R&B modern interpretation of the classic Wizard of Oz tale. [S]
Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30
Painting With a Limited Palette: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
Animal Portraiture: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
The Way Up To Heaven: Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
The Test: A lawyer defending a 17-year-old in a murder trial wants to use a controversial chemical test to help solve the case. Brian Keith and Eduardo Ciannelli star. (S2, ep 16) [S]
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
New. Burglar Proof: A paroled safe-cracker is hired to try and break open one of their safes in order to get the $50,000 reward inside. Paul Hartman and Robert Webber star. (S7, ep 17) [S]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
A fascinating portrait of Yul Brynner, the Academy Award-winning actor famed for his roles as King Mongkut of Siam in The King and I and a robotic gunslinger in Westworld. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
Depiction of War: Explore how filmmakers have depicted war, from the style they choose to ways they expand our understanding of the nature of war and humanity. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30
My Ladylove, My Dove: When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00
Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00
Dear Uncle George: A syndicated advice columnist receives a letter from an old busybody which leads the journalist to irrationality - and ultimately murder. (S1, ep 29) [S]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
Greed is Good: A look at America's economic growth throughout the 1980s, a decade of junk bonds, S&L bailouts and pervasive Wall Street corruption. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
An eye-opening look at the life and career of four-time Academy Award nominee Claude Rains, the English actor who appeared in Casablanca and Lawrence of Arabia. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00
Jim Carter, Benjamin Zephaniah, Ellie Simmonds: Three guests stand before the artists as they produce portraits to catch the judges' eye. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
Galloping Foxley: John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
Georgy Porgy: Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 20:00
New. Immerse yourself in the world of Welsh male-voice choirs, featuring three distinct choirs from different parts of Wales, each facing unique challenges. (2 of 3) [S]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
The story of the life and career of the Academy Award-nominated star of Dangerous Liaisons, The Fabulous Baker Boys and many more films. (S13, ep 10) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:50
Clint Eastwood, the actor and Academy Award-winning director of films including Unforgiven and Million Dollar Baby, talks candidly about his extraordinary life and career. [S]
Tomorrow 22:50 - 00:30
Interviews and archival footage weave together to tell the story of the Master of Suspense, one of the most influential and studied filmmakers in the history of cinema. [S,AD]
Fri Aug 14
Friday 00:30 - 01:45
A fascinating look beyond the toothbrush moustache, derby hat, walking cane and splayed feet to uncover the remarkable rise of Charlie Chaplin. [S,AD]
Friday 01:45 - 03:30
Behind-the-scenes documentary shedding new light on the exciting and turbulent private lives of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy and the genuine friendship between them. [S,AD]
Friday 03:30 - 04:00
Kate Bryan visits the studio of the artist Lubaina Himid, winner of the 2017 Turner Prize, before exploring her new large-scale exhibition at Tate Modern. [S]
Friday 04:00 - 05:00
Pope & Swift. Frank and Denise discover how Pope became the poet of the age and find out how Swift's insightful political satire turned him into an Irish hero. (2 of 3) [S,AD]
Friday 05:00 - 06:00
Depiction of War: Explore how filmmakers have depicted war, from the style they choose to ways they expand our understanding of the nature of war and humanity. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Friday 06:00 - 07:45
Dutch violinist André Rieu brings his orchestra to an atmospheric Berlin amphitheatre, with musical favourites like Ravel's Bolero, Lara's Theme from Doctor Zhivago and Auld Lang Syne. [S]
Friday 07:45 - 08:15
Introduction to Still Life: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]
Friday 08:15 - 08:45
Composition in Landscape: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]
Friday 08:45 - 09:15
My Ladylove, My Dove: When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]
Friday 09:15 - 09:50
Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Friday 09:50 - 10:25
New. The Big Score: A babysitter and her gang kill and rob her employer of $32,000, unaware that it belongs to a deadly criminal syndicate. Rafael Campos stars. (S7, ep 18) [S]
Friday 10:25 - 11:00
Profit Sharing Plan: A retiring office worker and his wife plot to steal money from the company's vault. Unbeknown to her, he actually plans to flee with his mistress. (S7, ep 19) [S]
Friday 11:00 - 12:00
An eye-opening look at the life and career of four-time Academy Award nominee Claude Rains, the English actor who appeared in Casablanca and Lawrence of Arabia. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]
Friday 12:00 - 14:30
In 1925, a country house party prank turns deadly. Lady Caterham and Superintendent Battle assist in solving the country house mystery. [S]
Friday 14:30 - 15:00
Galloping Foxley: John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Friday 15:00 - 16:00
Tear Down This Wall: A look at how Mikhail Gorbachev's rise to power ignited an astounding chain of events that culminated in the dramatic conclusion of the Cold War. [S,AD]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
A fascinating portrait of Janet Leigh, the American actress, singer, dancer and author who is best remembered for her Golden Globe-winning performance in Psycho. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Henning Wehn, Lemar, Candice Carty-Williams: A set of new celebrities enter the fore as the painters put their artistic flair to the test. (S9, ep 7) [S,AD]
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
Royal Jelly: Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health? (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
Poison: Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare? (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
Apex: A man's mistress tells him she will handle the killing of his wife. As he plans to hire someone to do it, a miscommunication occurs. Patricia Breslin stars. (S7, ep 20) [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
The Last Remains: A funeral director blackmails a client when he learns the man's business partner didn't really die in a road accident. Ed Gardner and John Fiedler star. (S7, ep 21) [S]
Friday 20:00 - 21:00
1980: The likes of The Selecter and The Beat lead the British Ska revival. Plus, early performances from U2 and Iron Maiden, and classic appearances from The Jam and more. (1 of 5) [S]
Friday 21:00 - 22:15
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]
Friday 22:15 - 23:35
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]
Friday 23:35 - 00:45
Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks perform in Boston in 2004 as part of their sensational Say You Will tour. (1 of 2) [S]
Sat Aug 15
Saturday 00:45 - 02:00
Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks perform in Boston in 2004 as part of their sensational Say You Will tour. (2 of 2) [S]
Saturday 02:00 - 03:30
The life and times of the super successful American soft-rock band, the Eagles. [S]
Saturday 03:30 - 04:00
A look at the legacy of LA rock band The Eagles. Among the most successful recording artists of the 1970s, their hits include Hotel California and Take it Easy. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Saturday 04:00 - 05:00
Pope & Swift. Frank and Denise uncover the glorious summer when Swift was reunited with Pope in England, resulting in Gulliver's Travels and The Dunciad. (3 of 3) [S,AD]
Saturday 05:00 - 06:00
Elizabeth Day and Andi Oliver welcome Caleb Azumah Nelson to the Sky Arts Book Club, where the Costa First Novel Award-winning author discusses Open Water. [S]
Saturday 06:00 - 07:15
Songs Of The Sea. Bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel takes us to his Welsh homeland, where the romantic coast becomes the inspiring start of a captivating musical journey. [S]
Saturday 07:15 - 08:30
Follow dancers Friedemann Vogel, Polina Semionova, William Moore and Gesine Moog on their journey. All offering insights into their dance careers. [S]
Saturday 08:30 - 09:00
Edward the Conqueror: When Edward grows tired of his wife Louisa's obsession with a stray cat and decides to get rid of it, Louisa exacts her revenge. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:00 - 09:30
A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Saturday 09:30 - 10:00
The Way Up To Heaven: Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
My Ladylove, My Dove: When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]
Saturday 11:00 - 12:00
Day of Reckoning: After a couple's drunken argument in the middle of a yacht party takes a tragic turn, collective motives yield unexpected results. (S1, ep 10) [S]
Saturday 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Saturday 13:00 - 14:00
New. Reba McEntire, Kathy Mattea, Suzy Bogguss, Terri Clark, Trisha Yearwood: Music stars light up the stage at Grand Ole Opry House, delivering unforgettable live performances. (S1, ep 6) [S]
Saturday 14:00 - 15:00
An inside look at the life and career of Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress Jean Simmons. (S10, ep 5) [S,AD]
Saturday 15:00 - 17:00
Edna O'Brien, 93, reflects on her life, novels and love through journals read by Jessie Buckley, with insight from writers like Gabriel Byrne. [S]
Saturday 17:00 - 18:00
New. Immerse yourself in the world of Welsh male-voice choirs, featuring three distinct choirs from different parts of Wales, each facing unique challenges. (2 of 3) [S]
Saturday 18:00 - 19:00
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]
Saturday 19:00 - 20:00
Face Value: Phil Collins reveals how he turned personal turmoil into an acclaimed debut solo album, which features arguably his most enduring hit, In The Air Tonight. (S1, ep 14) [S,AD]
Saturday 20:00 - 21:15
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]
Saturday 21:15 - 23:15
The untold story of John Lennon's 1971 album 'Imagine', exploring the creative collaboration between Lennon and Yoko Ono and featuring interviews and never-before-seen footage. [S]
Saturday 23:15 - 01:05
Explore Pauline Black's 40-year music career and her advocacy for racial equality amid challenges from racism and sexism. (2024) [S,AD]
Sun Aug 16
Sunday 01:05 - 02:35
Ska legends Madness headline the August 2016 House of Common festival at Clapham Common, London, with a set featuring Our House and It Must Be Love. [S]
Sunday 02:35 - 04:35
The death of the singer's beloved cat on his 50th birthday triggers a hilarious, yet moving journey as he sets out on a quest to discover what happened to the father he never knew. [S,AD]
Sunday 04:35 - 05:00
A look at the late David Crosby's folk-rock super group - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - famed for their vocal harmonies and fiery interpersonal relationships. (S5, ep 19) [S]
Sunday 05:00 - 06:00
Former band members of The Doors discuss their self-titled debut album, which featured The End and Light My Fire, and the lyrical genius of Jim Morrison. [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 08:20
An aspiring painter meets the woman of his dreams while living as an expatriate in Paris. A film of the stage musical, shot live in 2018. [S]
Sunday 08:20 - 08:55
Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Sunday 08:55 - 09:30
Galloping Foxley: John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:30 - 10:00
Georgy Porgy: Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
Royal Jelly: Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health? (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
Poison: Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare? (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00
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 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Sunday 13:00 - 14:00
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]
Sunday 14:00 - 15:00
New. Immerse yourself in the world of Welsh male-voice choirs, featuring three distinct choirs from different parts of Wales, each facing unique challenges. (2 of 3) [S]
Sunday 15:00 - 17:00
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]
Sunday 17:00 - 19:00
Cirque Du Soleil presents the story of a young girl's escape into an extravagant and whimsical imaginary world full of acrobats and colourful characters. Contains flashing images. [S]
Sunday 19:00 - 20:00
New. Opry Live: (Opry Celebrates Dolly's Birthday) Lainey Wilson, Rhonda Vincent, Mark Wills, Sierra Hull: Country music stars light up the stage at Grand Ole Opry House. (S1, ep 7) [S]
Sunday 20:00 - 21:00
A look at the life and legendary career of the original James Bond - Academy Award-winning Sean Connery. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Sunday 21:00 - 23:10
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Sunday 23:10 - 00:25
From his beginnings in cabarets and on Broadway to his recognition as a choreographer and director, the star with a charming smile expanded the boundaries of dance expression. [S]
Mon Aug 17
Monday 00:25 - 01:25
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]
Monday 01:25 - 02:45
After Hughes's closes its doors for the final time, actor Brendan Gleeson returns to it to commemorate its invaluable legacy. (2024) [S]
Monday 02:45 - 05:00
A unique collaboration between the Irish band and many top country music stars. [S]
Monday 05:00 - 06:00
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 06:00 - 07:00
The Four Seasons: Myleene Klass and Errollyn Wallen explore The Four Seasons, Antonio Vivaldi's set of violin concertos. Features a special performance from Sinfonia Cymru. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Monday 07:00 - 08:00
A Fresh Start: Dedicated dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (1 of 3) [S]
Monday 08:00 - 08:30
Loosening Up: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 11) [S,AD]
Monday 08:30 - 09:00
Observing Facial Features: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 12) [S,AD]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
Galloping Foxley: John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
Georgy Porgy: Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
Apex: A man's mistress tells him she will handle the killing of his wife. As he plans to hire someone to do it, a miscommunication occurs. Patricia Breslin stars. (S7, ep 20) [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
The Last Remains: A funeral director blackmails a client when he learns the man's business partner didn't really die in a road accident. Ed Gardner and John Fiedler star. (S7, ep 21) [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
A fascinating portrait of Janet Leigh, the American actress, singer, dancer and author who is best remembered for her Golden Globe-winning performance in Psycho. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
Comedy, Parody, Satire and Laughs: As long as there have been performing arts, there has been comedy. But different approaches have evolved from the silent era onwards. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
Royal Jelly: Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health? (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Monday 13:30 - 14:00
Poison: Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare? (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 14:00 - 15:00
Run for Doom: A young doctor continues to date a beautiful showgirl in spite of warnings that her three previous marriages ended badly for her past husbands. (S1, ep 30) [S]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
Technology Gets Personal: A look at how the personal computer, the internet and video games all became part of daily life thanks to innovations made during the 1980s. [S,AD]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
An eye-opening look at the life and career of Rod Steiger, the Academy Award-winning actor noted for his roles in On the Waterfront and In the Heat of the Night. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
Richard Curtis, Emma Freud, Fleur East: A new crop of artists aim to impress with a portrait of one of three well-known faces. (S10, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
The Hitch-Hiker: Rod Taylor stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. When a driver picks up a hitch-hiker in his car, his journey turns into a thrilling ride. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
Genesis and Catastrophe: A Roald Dahl story with a twist. A pregnant lady is worried that she may miscarry for the fourth time. Can her doctor reassure her? (S2, ep 7) [S,AD]
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
The Ten O'Clock Tiger: A boxing manager risks his fighter's health by increasing the dosage of a secret energy formula. Robert Keith, Frankie Darro and Karl Lukas star. (S7, ep 22) [S]
Monday 19:30 - 20:00
Act of Faith: A successful novelist receives a letter from a struggling writer requesting advice, only to be asked for a hefty loan. George Grizzard and Dennis King star. (S7, ep 23) [S]
Monday 20:00 - 23:00
Enjoy the King of Waltz's fantastic open air concert, complete with his famous Johann Strauss Orchestra & Choir, International Soloists, the Platin Tenors and 300 Dancers. [S]
Monday 23:00 - 00:30
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]
Tue Aug 18
Tuesday 00:30 - 02:05
Over five years following the devastating fire, France's renowned Notre-Dame de Paris has once again opened its doors, marked by a glamorous concert to honour its restoration. [S]
Tuesday 02:05 - 04:00
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 04:00 - 05:00
In this brand-new encounter with one of our greatest living artists, art historian and curator Kate Bryan immerses herself in icon Maggi Hambling's life and work. [S]
Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00
Comedy, Parody, Satire and Laughs: As long as there have been performing arts, there has been comedy. But different approaches have evolved from the silent era onwards. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 06:00 - 07:00
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]
Tuesday 07:00 - 08:10
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]
Tuesday 08:10 - 08:35
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]
Tuesday 08:35 - 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]
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
Royal Jelly: Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health? (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
Poison: Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare? (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
The Ten O'Clock Tiger: A boxing manager risks his fighter's health by increasing the dosage of a secret energy formula. Robert Keith, Frankie Darro and Karl Lukas star. (S7, ep 22) [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
Act of Faith: A successful novelist receives a letter from a struggling writer requesting advice, only to be asked for a hefty loan. George Grizzard and Dennis King star. (S7, ep 23) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
An eye-opening look at the life and career of Rod Steiger, the Academy Award-winning actor noted for his roles in On the Waterfront and In the Heat of the Night. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
The Many Faces of Biopics: Real-life figures from the past have proven hugely cinematic and offered great characters who have shaped history. This is a study of the biopic. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
The Hitch-Hiker: Rod Taylor stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. When a driver picks up a hitch-hiker in his car, his journey turns into a thrilling ride. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
Genesis and Catastrophe: A Roald Dahl story with a twist. A pregnant lady is worried that she may miscarry for the fourth time. Can her doctor reassure her? (S2, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
Death of a Cop: A remorseful detective vows to find the men who murdered his son, who followed in his footsteps and also became a cop. (S1, ep 31) [S]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
The One About TV: Part One: This acclaimed documentary series explores the cultural and political milestones of the 90s, starting with the decade's unforgettable TV shows. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
An intimate portrait of Gina Lollobrigida, one of the highest profile European actresses of the 50s and early 60s. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
Jay Rayner, Nihal Arthanayake, Susanna Reid: The pressure mounts as the nine artists are challenged to create a portrait of one of three celebrities. (S10, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
Mr Botibol's First Love: Jake Weston stars in this twisted story. A jaded businessman sells his company and attempts to change his life for the better by buying a strange piano. (S2, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
The Umbrella Man: John Mills stars in this story with a twist. A con man arrives in town and starts his scam. Michael Gambon guest stars. (S2, ep 9) [S,AD]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
The Kerry Blue: A man's dog dies while he's out of town. Convinced his wife buried his beloved Annie alive, he sets out to make her pay. Gene Evans and Carmen Mathews star. (S7, ep 24) [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
The Matched Pearl: A jeweller's greed comes back to haunt him when he sells a black pearl for the exorbitant figure of $5,000. John Ireland and Ernest Truex star. (S7, ep 25) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:15
In the twilight of his life, Edouard Manet began the creation of his final masterpiece: A Bar at the Folies-Bergère. [S]
Tuesday 21:15 - 22:15
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]
Tuesday 22:15 - 23:15
An examination of Rudyard Kipling, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and Joseph Conrad's work in Gothic literature. Plus, explore the Gothic Revival in architecture and Queer Gothic. (4 of 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 23:15 - 00:15
The Sixties, Part 1: The history of American cinema continues with the 1960s, tracing the impact of movies including West Side Story and The Graduate. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Wed Aug 19
Wednesday 00:15 - 01:50
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 01:50 - 04:00
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]
Wednesday 04:00 - 05:00
An exploration of Himid's life over seven days after the crew departs, as Kate captures candid moments with just an iPhone. [S]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
The Many Faces of Biopics: Real-life figures from the past have proven hugely cinematic and offered great characters who have shaped history. This is a study of the biopic. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00
A celebration of great British classics. [S]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Wednesday 08:30 - 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]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
The Hitch-Hiker: Rod Taylor stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. When a driver picks up a hitch-hiker in his car, his journey turns into a thrilling ride. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
Genesis and Catastrophe: A Roald Dahl story with a twist. A pregnant lady is worried that she may miscarry for the fourth time. Can her doctor reassure her? (S2, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
The Kerry Blue: A man's dog dies while he's out of town. Convinced his wife buried his beloved Annie alive, he sets out to make her pay. Gene Evans and Carmen Mathews star. (S7, ep 24) [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
The Matched Pearl: A jeweller's greed comes back to haunt him when he sells a black pearl for the exorbitant figure of $5,000. John Ireland and Ernest Truex star. (S7, ep 25) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
An intimate portrait of Gina Lollobrigida, one of the highest profile European actresses of the 50s and early 60s. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
How Britain Made Alfred Great: Discover the story behind legendary director Sir Alfred Hitchcock's extraordinary British years. (S2, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
Mr Botibol's First Love: Jake Weston stars in this twisted story. A jaded businessman sells his company and attempts to change his life for the better by buying a strange piano. (S2, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
The Umbrella Man: John Mills stars in this story with a twist. A con man arrives in town and starts his scam. Michael Gambon guest stars. (S2, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
A patient at a mental hospital kills the head doctor and takes over, replacing the staff with fellow patients. (S2, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
The One About TV: Part Two: The nostalgic series continues to look at the iconic TV shows of the 90s, from South Park and Seinfeld to The Sopranos and Friends. (S1, ep 2) [S]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
A fascinating look at the life and career of Jack Nicholson, the Oscar-winning actor whose film credits include Easy Rider, The Shining, A Few Good Men and The Departed. (S9, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Rory Stewart, Ainsley Harriott, Rob Delaney: The competition rolls on as the artists create portraits of three new celebrities. (S10, ep 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
The Flypaper: Lorna Charles and Alfred Burke star in this twisted tale. With a 12 year-old found dead and a killer perhaps on the loose, a young girl becomes paranoid. (S2, ep 10) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
The Orderly World of Mr Appleby: Robert Lang stars in this tale with a twist. A man married three times might be lucky for the fourth time when he meets a new interest. (S2, ep 11) [S,AD]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
What Frightened You, Fred: A prison psychologist attempts to get to the bottom of why a parolee seemingly prefers to remain locked up. RG Armstrong and Edward Asner star. (S7, ep 26) [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
Most Likely to Succeed: A seemingly poor man is given a servant's job by a rich ex-classmate and discovers a trail of unlawful tax deals that need stopping. Jack Carter stars. (S7, ep 27) [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
New. Immerse yourself in the world of Welsh male-voice choirs, featuring three distinct choirs from different parts of Wales, each facing unique challenges. (3 of 3) [S]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: Dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (2 of 3) [S]
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00
Tear Down This Wall: A look at how Mikhail Gorbachev's rise to power ignited an astounding chain of events that culminated in the dramatic conclusion of the Cold War. [S,AD]
Wednesday 23:00 - 00:00
A walk through some of the most remarkable museums ever, including Spain's Museum of Arts and Sciences and the Swiss Museum designed by Renzo Piano. [S]
Thu Aug 20
Thursday 00:00 - 01:15
Discover the secrets of the legendary Guggenheim Museum and its modern art heart, uncovering the unique situations leading to the assembly of its works. [S,AD]