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Sat Nov 01
Tina Turner: One Last Time Live At Wembley Stadium 2000

Today 15:00 - 17:00

Tina Turner takes the stage at Wembley Stadium as the Queen of Rock'n'Roll puts on an electrifying performance as part of her Twenty Four Seven tour. [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Today 17:00 - 18:00

Melvin Odoom, Max Beesley, Emily Atack: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 5) [S,AD]

Discovering: James Brown

Today 18:00 - 18:30

A fascinating look at the life and career of James Brown. Dubbed 'the Godfather of Soul', he was one of the most iconic figures in music up until his death in 2006. (S5, ep 13) [S]

Discovering: Neil Young

Today 18:30 - 19:00

From Crazy Horse to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Neil Young was a driving force behind some of the biggest groups of the 60s before finding huge success on his own. (S5, ep 20) [S]

David Bowie: Serious Moonlight

Today 19:00 - 21:00

Filmed in Vancouver in 1983 during his legendary Serious Moonlight Tour, David Bowie performs hits including Heroes, Let's Dance, Life on Mars?, Rebel Rebel, and Fame. [S]

The Who: The Kids Are Alright

Today 21:00 - 23:10

This pioneering rock music documentary combines US TV footage, television appearances, production crew and fan-shot footage of rock legends The Who. [S]

Siouxsie And The Banshees: Nocturne

Today 23:10 - 00:30

Rediscover Siouxsie and the Banshees at the height of their gothic success, travelling back to the 80s with inspired performances of some of their greatest songs. [S]

Sun Nov 02
Nick Cave: This Much I Know To Be True

Tomorrow 00:30 - 02:45

Nick Cave and Warren Ellis bring the songs from their last two studio albums to life, capturing their exceptional creative relationship. [S]

The Songs Of Marc Bolan & T

Tomorrow 02:45 - 04:40

Rex: AngelHeaded Hipster. Documentary celebrating T. Rex frontman Marc Bolan, with a behind-the-scenes look at the album of the same name. Features interviews with music icons. [S]

Fleetwood Mac: Classic Albums

Tomorrow 04:40 - 06:00

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]

Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake

Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:30

To mark the 50th anniversary of Rudolf Nureyev's iconic version of Tchaikovsky's ballet, this 2014 Vienna State Opera production revives the show with new sets, costumes and more. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00

Operation Safecrack: In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough? (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

I Saw the Whole Thing: After being charged as a hit-and-run driver, a mystery writer elects to defend himself in court. Can all five witnesses be wrong? (S1, ep 4) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

Melvin Odoom, Max Beesley, Emily Atack: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 5) [S,AD]

Liza Minnelli: The Last Heiress of Hollywood

Tomorrow 13:00 - 14:15

This documentary is a portrait of an exceptional American talent, unforgettable in her role as Sally Bowles in Cabaret. [S]

Andre Rieu: Gala Concert

Tomorrow 14:15 - 16:25

The King of Waltz performs some of his greatest songs alongside humorous and talented guests. Sensational and magical gala concert filmed in Hamburg. [S]

The Chieftains: Down The Old Plank Road - The Nashville Sessions

Tomorrow 16:25 - 18:45

A unique collaboration between the Irish band and many top country music stars. [S]

Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Tomorrow 18:45 - 20:25

Based on the story of Joseph and his coat of many colours, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's first musical comes to the screen. Starring Donny Osmond. [S]

Mick Fleetwood & Friends Celebrate the Music of Peter Green

Tomorrow 20:25 - 23:20

Taking place at the London Palladium in 2022, witness this one-of-a-kind concert honouring the early years of Fleetwood Mac and its founder. [S]

Shane MacGowan & The Popes

Tomorrow 23:20 - 00:35

Live At Montreux. Shane MacGowan and The Popes lit up Montreux in 1995, blending The Snake tracks, Pogues classics and a double dose of Hippy Hippy Shake! [S]

Mon Nov 03
Classic Movies: Passport To Pimlico

Monday 00:35 - 01:35

Passport to Pimlico: One of the great British comedies the plot of Passport to Pimlico is absurd. A combination of fantasy and realism told with a light touch. (S4, ep 3) [S]

Brendan Gleeson's Farewell To Hughes's

Monday 01:35 - 02:55

After Hughes's closes its doors for the final time, actor Brendan Gleeson returns to it to commemorate its invaluable legacy. (2024) [S]

Steve Martin And The Steep Canyon Rangers With Edie Brickell

Monday 02:55 - 05:10

Enjoy Grammy-winning music from Steve Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers, featuring Edie Brickell, in their first-ever live concert performance. [S]

Discovering: U2

Monday 05:10 - 05:35

Music journalists discuss the rise of Irish rock band U2, from their humble beginnings in Dublin to finding international superstardom with the Joshua Tree and beyond. (S5, ep 1) [S]

Discovering: Elvis Costello

Monday 05:35 - 06:00

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]

Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne's Dance Version Of Tim Burton's Classic

Monday 06:00 - 07:40

Matthew Bourne's reimagining of Tim Burton's movie, featuring the beautiful music of Danny Elfman and Terry Davies. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 07:40 - 08:15

Secluded Forest: Bob creates a deep-forest scene on black canvas with tall, majestic trees, rain puddles and fresh air. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:15 - 08:50

Snow Trail: Follow Bob along a trail covered in fresh white snow, surrounded by warm colours and fuzzy bark trees. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 08:50 - 09:25

Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:25 - 10:00

Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Santa Claus and the Tenth Avenue Kid: While working as a department store Santa Claus, a paroled convict tries to help a troubled boy. (S1, ep 13) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

The Cheney Vase: After being fired from his job at an art museum, Lyle Endicott must come up with a plan to keep himself afloat. (S1, ep 14) [S]

J. Lee Thompson: The Directors

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

The life story of the British film director, known both in the UK and across the pond for films such as Ice Cold in Alex and Cape Fear. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Andre Rieu: Making The Magic

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

André Rieu performs his first ever concert in Bucharest and reveals the secrets behind his magical open air concerts, from the construction of the stage to singing with the audience. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:30 - 14:00

Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]

Dickens: Phantoms And Fiction

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

Captivating documentary exploring the haunting world of Charles Dickens' supernatural tales through actor readings, archive footage and immersive visuals. [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

Melvin Odoom, Max Beesley, Emily Atack: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 5) [S,AD]

Rob Reiner: The Directors

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and career of the acclaimed Hollywood director, whose films include Stand by Me, When Harry Met Sally... and the Oscar-nominated A Few Good Men. (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Discovering: Denzel Washington

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

A Bullet For Baldwin: When a worker is fired from his job, he shoots his boss, but when he returns to the office his boss is alive, and has no recollection of the incident. (S1, ep 15) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

The Big Switch: Gangster Sam Dunleavy plans to kill his ex-girlfriend who left him for another man, but must first set up an elaborate alibi. (S1, ep 16) [S]

Andre Rieu: Love Is All..

Monday 20:00 - 22:00

...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]

Andre Rieu: Live in Malta

Monday 22:00 - 23:30

The violin sensation that is André Rieu returns with Johann Strauss Orchestra, performing Xemx live in Malta. [S]

Brian & Roger Eno Live At The Acropolis

Monday 23:30 - 01:00

The brothers will perform music from iconic productions, including ambient records, TV soundtracks and film scores, with visuals projected onto the Odeon's stones. [S]

Tue Nov 04
Fanny: The Other Mendelssohn

Tuesday 01:00 - 02:55

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]

Up Late With Nicola Benedetti

Tuesday 02:55 - 04:30

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]

Inside Art: Derek Jarman At Manchester Art Gallery

Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00

Kate Bryan pays a visit to the Manchester Art Gallery to discover more about the life and career of Derek Jarman through a retrospective exhibition. [S]

Auction

Tuesday 05:00 - 05:30

In London, Christie's auction Francesco Guardi's Rialto Bridge painting, while Sotheby's are selling Turner's view of the fortress at Ehrenbreitstein, valued at £15million. (S9, ep 7) [S,AD]

Auction

Tuesday 05:30 - 06:00

The marble lions from the tomb of Charles V of France are being sold at Christie's, while an exquisite Johann Christian Neuber snuff box comes under the hammer at Sotheby's. (S9, ep 8) [S,AD]

Classic FM Live: Classical Anthems

Tuesday 06:00 - 08:00

Alexander Armstrong and Myleene Klass present a concert of classical anthems at the Royal Albert Hall, with performances from Freddie De Tommaso, Hayato Sumino and more. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

Arctic Beauty: Bob uncovers a purple night-sky scene with a towering snow-topped mountain overlooking a gentle river. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00

Horizons West: Take a hike with Bob and soak up the beauty of fresh skies over sun-glistened mountains. (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

You Got to Have Luck: During a massive manhunt for escaped convict Sam Cobbett, Cobbett invades a house where young housewife Mary Schaffner is home alone. (S1, ep 17) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

The Older Sister: One year on from the brutal death of Mr and Mrs Borden, a reporter attempts to interview members of the Borden family about the killings. (S1, ep 18) [S]

Rob Reiner: The Directors

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

A look at the life and career of the acclaimed Hollywood director, whose films include Stand by Me, When Harry Met Sally... and the Oscar-nominated A Few Good Men. (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Andre Rieu: European Dream

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

André tours Europe celebrating the music of his classical heroes, including Johann Strauss and Franz Lehar, and pays an emotional tribute to the 30s Comedian Harmonists. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00

A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]

Dickens In Italy With David Harewood

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]

Skinner & Mina's Literary Road Trip

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

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]

Stephen Frears: The Directors

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the career of the Academy Award-nominated director, known for his gripping depictions of life stories and characters - such as his acclaimed film The Queen. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Discovering: Whoopi Goldberg

Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

Light Fingers: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

The Derelicts: Inventor Ralph Cowell murders his silent partner Alfred, only to be blackmailed by a drifter who witnessed the crime. (S1, ep 19) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

And So Died Riabouchinska: Detective Krovitch investigates a murder at a run-down vaudeville theatre where he establishes a lead from the ventriloquist's dummy. (S1, ep 20) [S]

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00

With one week to go before the World Pipe Band Championships, the three bands are sharpening their competitive performances. Plus, we meet the next generation of piping stars. (2 of 3) [S,AD]

New: Glenn Close: A Feminist Force

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:15

New. Glenn Close embodies neither Hollywood's beauty standards nor its sugar-coated perfection. The actress portrays women fighting for equality and their strength to rise again. [S]

Women Who Rock

Tuesday 22:15 - 23:30

Power: With questions of feminism and control intensifying, the likes of Missy Elliott, Courtney Love and Alanis Morissette make music on their own terms in the 90s. (3 of 4) [S,AD]

National Theatre Live: Frankenstein

Tuesday 23:30 - 01:30

Childlike yet grotesque, Jonny Lee Miller's Frankenstein's Creature is cast out by his horror-struck maker - Benedict Cumberbatch's Victor Frankenstein. [S]

Wed Nov 05
Inside Art: Van Gogh At The Courtauld Gallery

Wednesday 01:30 - 02:00

Kate Bryan pays a visit to the Courtauld Gallery to bear witness to an exhibition bringing the full span of Vincent van Gogh's self-portraiture together. [S,AD]

New: Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00

New. Shane Lynch, Gabby Logan, Beth Rigby: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 6) [S,AD]

Up Late With Nicola Benedetti

Wednesday 03:00 - 04:40

At the home of the Edinburgh International Festival. Violinist Nicola Benedetti introduces a jazz special headlined by Grammy-winning musician Wynton Marsalis. (2 of 2) [S]

Auction: Shakespeare Special

Wednesday 04:40 - 05:05

More than 400 years after his death, an example of the celebrated playwright's completed work - The First Folio - is up for auction at Christie's in New York and could fetch millions. [S]

Auction

Wednesday 05:05 - 05:35

Paintings by Russian artist Wassily Kandinsky and Spanish surrealist Joan Miro go under the hammer in London. (S9, ep 9) [S,AD]

Auction

Wednesday 05:35 - 06:00

A packed saleroom at Christie's in London sees record prices paid for ancient treasures including a bronze dirk, an Etruscan mirror and a lion's head carved from granite. (S9, ep 10) [S,AD]

John Williams: The Berlin Concert

Wednesday 06:00 - 07:50

John Williams conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker for the very first time, with music including "Olympic Fanfare and Theme". [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 07:50 - 08:25

High Chateau: Bob uncovers a secret loft hidden in the woods, surrounded by evergreens, green bushes and grass. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:25 - 09:00

Country Life: Bob ventures from home to the farm and a big red barn with a rickety wooden fence, capturing vivid childhood memories. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

Safe Conduct: An American journalist meets a soccer star while traveling behind the Iron Curtain, but the authorities arrest him as a suspected smuggler. (S1, ep 21) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

Place of Shadows: A young man tries to access a monastery in pursuit of revenge over a thief who he blames for ruining his life. (S1, ep 22) [S]

Stephen Frears: The Directors

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

A look at the career of the Academy Award-nominated director, known for his gripping depictions of life stories and characters - such as his acclaimed film The Queen. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Andre Rieu: My Musical Year

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

An intimate look at André Rieu's finest moments as he dazzles audiences around the world with his fun, contemporary take on classical music entertainment. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

Light Fingers: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]

Dickens In Italy With David Harewood

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]

World War II & Cinema

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

Cinema, Sound & Nazism: A look at the evolution of the film industry and the role it played amid the backdrop of WWII and a fast-changing world. (1 of 3) [S,AD]

John Carpenter: The Directors

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

The last episode of the series takes a deep dive into the life and career of John Carpenter, known for his cult classics such as Dark Star, The Thing and Halloween. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Discovering: Jodie Foster

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

Death in the Morning: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit... and it's out to get her. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

What Have You Been Up To Lately?: Richard and Fergus meet after 25 years. Pondering a girl they both loved, they discover that their marriages failed along with their careers. (S5, ep 13) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

Back for Christmas: Before leaving for America, a man kills his wife and buries her. Once Stateside, he receives messages telling him the murder will be exposed. (S1, ep 23) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

The Perfect Murder: Worried that their Aunt Rosalie doesn't really like them, brothers Paul and Henri set out to get their hands on her fortune any way they can. (S1, ep 24) [S]

New: Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

New. Shane Lynch, Gabby Logan, Beth Rigby: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 6) [S,AD]

The Michelangelo Code: Secrets of the Sistine Chapel

Wednesday 21:00 - 23:20

Film following art critic Waldemar Januszczak, who sets out to prove that Michelangelo's greatest work contains a veiled meaning. [S]

Will's Book: Shakespeare's First Folio

Wednesday 23:20 - 00:40

The story of how, 400 years ago, two actors and friends of William Shakespeare took on the task of saving his work for posterity in one book, the First Folio. [S]

Thu Nov 06
Laurie Lee: The Lost Interview

Thursday 00:40 - 01:40

This evocative and unique film features the only TV interview ever given by Laurie Lee, including the amazing story of how it was secured by local TV producer David Parker. [S,AD]

Hey, Boo: Harper Lee And 'To Kill a Mockingbird'

Thursday 01:40 - 03:10

Documentary exploring the life of the late Harper Lee, shedding light on the context and history of her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. [S]

Sky Arts Book Club

Thursday 03:10 - 04:10

Leone Ross and Sarah Vaughan: Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day are joined by the writers Leone Ross and Sarah Vaughan to discuss their work. [S]

Rolling Stone: Stories From The Edge

Thursday 04:10 - 05:05

This eye-opening series takes an inside look at Rolling Stone magazine's cultural impact over the last 50 years. Contains nudity and adult themes. (1 of 6) [S,AD]

Auction

Thursday 05:05 - 05:30

The world's great auction houses open their doors as letters written by Giuseppe Verdi, a sculpture by Constantin Brancusi and a rarely seen Picasso go under the hammer. (S10, ep 1) [S]

Auction

Thursday 05:30 - 06:00

A rare painting by Christopher Nevinson comes to Sotheby's, while bidders scramble for the last painting by Winston Churchill - of his beloved goldfish pool at Chartwell. (S10, ep 2) [S]

Jonas Kaufman at Arena Di Verona

Thursday 06:00 - 08:00

Experience the unforgettable spectacle as Jonas Kaufmann graces the stage once again, performing opera masterpieces at the iconic Arena di Verona. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

Western Expanse: Bob creates a masterpiece featuring powerful clouds, rolling hills and winding river waters, using only his special painting knife. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:30 - 09:00

Marshlands: Bob creates a beautiful scene with still blue waters and bright green mossy trees. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:30 - 10:00

Light Fingers: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

There was an Old Woman: With only one thing in mind, the dishonest Frank and Lorna Bramwell visit the home of wealthy, eccentric Monica Laughton - intent on robbing her. (S1, ep 25) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Whodunit: Recently deceased, Alexander Penn Arlington gets permission from the recording angel to relive his last day on earth, so that he can discover who killed him. (S1, ep 26) [S]

John Carpenter: The Directors

Thursday 11:00 - 12:00

The last episode of the series takes a deep dive into the life and career of John Carpenter, known for his cult classics such as Dark Star, The Thing and Halloween. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Andre Rieu: Dance the Night Away

Thursday 12:00 - 13:00

Couples are waltzing in the aisles as Dutch violin sensation André Rieu lights up his hometown of Maastricht in this stunning concert featuring special guest Lou Bega. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

Death in the Morning: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit... and it's out to get her. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:30 - 14:00

What Have You Been Up To Lately?: Richard and Fergus meet after 25 years. Pondering a girl they both loved, they discover that their marriages failed along with their careers. (S5, ep 13) [S,AD]

My Week With Lubaina Himid

Thursday 14:00 - 15:00

An exploration of Himid's life over seven days after the crew departs, as Kate captures candid moments with just an iPhone. [S]

World War II & Cinema

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

The World Is Now At War: It's the 1940s, and with the whole world at war, the USA and the UK join forces both in action and on the big screen. (2 of 3) [S,AD]

Steven Spielberg: The Directors

Thursday 16:00 - 17:00

Steven Spielberg: A look into the life and career of the Hollywood director, whose portfolio is filled to the brim with classics like Jaws and Indiana Jones. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]

Discovering: Peter Ustinov

Thursday 17:00 - 18:00

A look at the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning star of Spartacus, Topkapi, Quo Vadis and more. (S13, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

The Absence of Emily: Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss... (S5, ep 14) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

In the Bag: Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career. (S5, ep 15) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Thursday 19:00 - 20:00

New. Shane Lynch, Gabby Logan, Beth Rigby: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 6) [S,AD]

New: Classic Movies: Highlander

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

New. Highlander (1986): Highlander is one of a kind, strange and haunting fantasy epic about immortality and sword fights. Rediscovered again and again since its release in 1986. (S4, ep 4) [S]

New: I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol

Thursday 21:00 - 22:30

New. A founding Sex Pistol reveals the band's chaotic rise, from London's grim 1970s streets to global notoriety. Sharing untold stories of punk's birth and bandmate dynamics.

New: The Public Image Is Rotten

Thursday 22:30 - 00:45

New. After the breakup of the Sex Pistols, John Lydon and John Rotten formed Public Image Ltd. A never-before-seen look at one of music's most influential and controversial careers. [S]

Fri Nov 07
White Riot

Friday 00:45 - 02:30

An energising film telling the story of a vital national protest movement - Rock Against Racism, formed in 1976 when a group of artists united to take on the National Front. [S,AD]

Glenn Close: A Feminist Force

Friday 02:30 - 03:45

New. Glenn Close embodies neither Hollywood's beauty standards nor its sugar-coated perfection. The actress portrays women fighting for equality and their strength to rise again. [S]

Opera North's Resonance

Friday 03:45 - 04:00

Somewhere: Musician Nwando Ebizie and director Juliet Ellis connect as dancer Jahmiah Simpson floats between the waking world and the dream world. (3 of 3) [S]

Landmark

Friday 04:00 - 05:00

Artists and local communities join forces to compete for the chance to create the UK's next major landmark in this exciting new series hosted by Gemma Cairney. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]

Auction

Friday 05:00 - 05:30

Salvator Mundi, the long-lost Leonardo da Vinci painting of Jesus Christ commissioned by King Louis XII, is set to break all records at auction at Christie's in New York. (S10, ep 3) [S]

Auction

Friday 05:30 - 06:00

The skeletons of a woolly mammoth family - found on a building site in Siberia in 2002 - are auctioned in Sussex. Meanwhile, American art goes under the hammer in New York. (S10, ep 4) [S]

Andre Rieu: Love Is All..

Friday 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]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

Blaze of Colour: Evening sky sets in, giving way to a perfect glow. Bob makes a black canvas come to life with his magical brush strokes. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:30 - 09:00

Winter Cabin: In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob gently places a magical little wooden shanty upon a bed of soft snow. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

Death in the Morning: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit... and it's out to get her. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:30 - 10:00

What Have You Been Up To Lately?: Richard and Fergus meet after 25 years. Pondering a girl they both loved, they discover that their marriages failed along with their careers. (S5, ep 13) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

Help Wanted: To pay for his wife's operation, Mr Crabtree takes a job working for the mysterious Mr X, who asks him to manage a job involving a blackmailer. (S1, ep 27) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Portrait of Jocelyn: At a gallery, Mark is surprised when the art dealer hands over a portrait of Mark's first wife instead of the painting he had originally purchased. (S1, ep 28) [S]

Steven Spielberg: The Directors

Friday 11:00 - 12:00

Steven Spielberg: A look into the life and career of the Hollywood director, whose portfolio is filled to the brim with classics like Jaws and Indiana Jones. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]

Andre Rieu: Welcome To My World

Friday 12:00 - 13:00

André Rieu: Falling in Love Again: André performs his emotional first concert after the pandemic and welcomes a new soprano to the Johann Strauss family. (S5, ep 2) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

The Absence of Emily: Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss... (S5, ep 14) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:30 - 14:00

In the Bag: Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career. (S5, ep 15) [S,AD]

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

With one week to go before the World Pipe Band Championships, the three bands are sharpening their competitive performances. Plus, we meet the next generation of piping stars. (2 of 3) [S,AD]

World War II & Cinema

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

D-Day, The Holocaust & The Atomic Bomb: As Hitler's reign comes to an end, the horrors of the Nazi Holocaust are revealed in films like The Young Lions and Schindler's List. (3 of 3) [S,AD]

The Coen Brothers: The Directors

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

The Coen Brothers: A look at the life and careers of the superstar directing duo, known for films such as True Grit and the Oscar-winning Fargo. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]

Discovering: Ian McKellen

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

A glimpse into the life and six-decade long career of Sir Ian McKellen, star of Richard III and X-Men, who has won many awards for his vast work in film. (S13, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

A Man with a Fortune: A rich and lonely American ventures to England in search of his long-lost family. But when he meets Jane and her flatmate Eva, things begin to go wrong. (S5, ep 16) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

Who's Got the Lady?: When a piece of art is stolen, the gallery owner gets his girlfriend to make copies of it to sell. But did the work ever really leave the building? (S5, ep 17) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

Orderly World of Appleby: An antique dealer comes up with a plan to raise money to pay off a loan. But things won't be as easy for the shop owner the second time around. (S1, ep 29) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

Never Again: Karen finds herself wound up in a cell for committing murder with no recollection of how or why she ended up in there after an argument with her boyfriend. (S1, ep 30) [S]

The Great Songwriters

Friday 20:00 - 21:00

Steve Earle: The multi-Grammy-winning singer-songwriter discusses songwriting and his life in music, and performs a selection of songs including Copperhead Road and Goodbye. (S4, ep 4) [S]

New: Opry Live

Friday 21:00 - 22:00

Prepare to be blown away by performances from Opry members Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser, Megan Moroney and Ernest. [S]

Simon & Garfunkel: Old Friends Live on Stage

Friday 22:00 - 00:25

The Duo perform their third live album with performances taken from shows at Madison Square Garden and New Jersey in December 2003. [S]

Sat Nov 08
Down The Tracks: The Music That Influenced Bob Dylan

Saturday 00:25 - 02:25

Bob Dylan has influenced an entire generation of musicians. But who influenced him? This documentary explores the work of those who shaped his music. [S]

Bob Dylan: The Other Side Of the Mirror

Saturday 02:25 - 04:00

Venture back to the 60s in this film from Murray Lerner, featuring Bob Dylan's appearances at the Newport Folk Festival and exploring his rise to musical stardom. [S,AD]

Elton John: Classic Albums

Saturday 04:00 - 05:00

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]

Auction

Saturday 05:00 - 05:30

Twenty-five years after her death, some of Audrey Hepburn's possessions come up for sale at Christie - and the public interest is intense. (S10, ep 5) [S]

Auction

Saturday 05:30 - 06:00

Ehrenbreitstein, one of the finest paintings by JMW Turner still in private hands, is up for auction at Sotheby's in London where it is expected to fetch around £20million. (S10, ep 6) [S]

Carlos Acosta: The South Bank Show

Saturday 06:00 - 07:00

Hosted by Melvyn Bragg, this three-part series showcases talent from acting, comedy and dance. This time, he is joined by Carlos Acosta - a Cuban ballet superstar. (3 of 3) [S]

Andre Rieu: Live in Malta

Saturday 07:00 - 08:30

The violin sensation that is André Rieu returns with Johann Strauss Orchestra, performing Xemx live in Malta. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:30 - 09:00

Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:00 - 10:30

Light Fingers: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00

Death in the Morning: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit... and it's out to get her. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 11:00 - 12:00

Captive Audience: A seasoned writer who has suffered trauma sends audiotapes to his publisher - but are these tapes a murderous confession? (S1, ep 5) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 12:00 - 13:00

Final Vow: A valuable statuette thrusts an elderly nun, a veteran criminal and a wavering novice into a maelstrom of inexorable virtue. (S1, ep 6) [S]

The Beach Boys - Pet Sounds: Classic Albums

Saturday 13:00 - 14:15

Brian Wilson and other members of the Beach Boys give an insight into the making of their 1966 critically acclaimed album, Pet Sounds. [S]

Classic Movies: Highlander

Saturday 14:15 - 15:15

New. Highlander (1986): Highlander is one of a kind, strange and haunting fantasy epic about immortality and sword fights. Rediscovered again and again since its release in 1986. (S4, ep 4) [S]

Abba: The Movie

Saturday 15:15 - 17:00

A hapless radio DJ tries to land an interview with superstar Swedish pop group Abba during their famous week-long tour of Australia. (1977) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025

Saturday 17:00 - 18:00

New. Shane Lynch, Gabby Logan, Beth Rigby: The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters. (S12, ep 6) [S,AD]

The Music Of Buddy Holly & The Crickets

Saturday 18:00 - 20:00

The definitive story of how Buddy Holly became an icon of rock's first generation. Features the hits That'll Be The Day and Peggy Sue. Narrated by Paul Gambaccini. [S,AD]

Madness: Live At House Of Common

Saturday 20:00 - 21:30

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]

The Specials Live From Coventry Cathedral

Saturday 21:30 - 23:05

Performing live from Coventry Cathedral Ruins in 2019, The Specials celebrate their 40th anniversary with their biggest hits, from Ghost Town to Nite Klub. [S]

Pauline Black: A 2-Tone Story

Saturday 23:05 - 00:55

Explore Pauline Black's 40-year music career and her advocacy for racial equality amid challenges from racism and sexism. (2024) [S,AD]