36: Sky Arts

Wed Jul 01
Art's Most Horrific

Today 03:00 - 04:00

Art's Most Horrific: Waldemar confronts terrifying displays of blood, gore and death and wonders why art is so obsessed with horror. (2 of 3) [S]

I Hate Jane Austen By Giles Coren

Today 04:00 - 05:00

Jane Austen is one of Britain's finest authors. Right? Not according to Giles Coren, who tries to convince us she was just a 19th century chick lit hack. [S,AD]

Classic Movies: The Ipcress Files

Today 05:00 - 06:00

Classic Movies - The Ipcress Files: One of the greatest spy movies ever made, The Ipcress File begins with a kidnap, a killing and a cup of coffee. (S3, ep 1) [S]

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

Today 06:00 - 07:40

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

Watercolour Challenge

Today 07:40 - 08:10

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 45) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Today 08:10 - 08:40

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 46) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 08:40 - 09:15

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

Today 09:15 - 09:50

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

Today 09:50 - 10:25

One Grave Too Many: An unemployed man, played by Jeremy Slate, steals the wallet of a stranger he sees collapse on the street. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 10:25 - 11:00

Party Line: Much to her demise, a woman shares a party line with two nosy neighbours. With Arch Johnson. [S]

Discovering: Jamie Foxx

Today 11:00 - 12:00

Jamie Foxx: The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Ray, Dreamgirls, Collateral and Django Unchained. (S16, ep 3) [S]

Classic Movies: Kind Hearts & Coronets

Today 12:00 - 13:00

Classic Movies - Kind Hearts & Coronets: Kind Hearts and Coronets is one of a kind, a superb pitch-black comedy about gentile serial killing. (S3, ep 2) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 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

Today 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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Today 14:00 - 15:00

The Second Verdict: An ethical lawyer becomes very disturbed about what to do when the client he just got acquitted of murder brags that he committed the crime. (S2, ep 30) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Today 15:00 - 16:00

1983: Tina Turner's career reaches new heights thanks to The Tube. American stars like Shalamar and ZZ Top also appear. Political affairs influence the sounds of U2 and more. (2 of 5) [S]

Discovering: Ryan Gosling

Today 16:00 - 17:00

The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-nominated star of the silver screen, known for his roles in The Notebook, La La Land, Drive, First Man and Barbie. (S16, ep 4) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2020

Today 17:00 - 18:00

Elaine Paige: The artists step up to paint the First Lady of musical theatre. But only three can make it through to the final. (S6, ep 9) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 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

Today 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

Today 19:00 - 19:30

Cell 227: Judgment day approaches for an innocent man who is facing the gas chamber for murder. With James Westerfield. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 19:30 - 20:00

Schartz-Metterklume Method: The arrival of a new governess at the Wellington household has surprising results. With Elspath March. [S]

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Today 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]

Bill Bailey' Master Crafters

Today 21:00 - 22:00

The Next Generation. Blacksmithing: Juniors Bran, Brad and Georgia are joined by blacksmithing expert Ian Thackray, while Bill visits Shropshire's Ironbridge. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]

The Eighties

Today 22:00 - 23:00

Raised on Television (Part 1): This eye-opening series takes a nostalgic trip through the 1980s, starting with a look at the iconic TV programmes that shaped the decade. [S,AD]

Don McLean: Classic Albums

Today 23:00 - 00:20

Don McLean takes viewers behind the making of 1971's 'American Pie' album, a bittersweet portrait of baby boomers' new reality. [S]

Thu Jul 02
Rik Mayall's Sketches: Rare and Unseen

Tomorrow 00:20 - 01:20

From his earliest appearances, Mayall's comedy shows clarity and force. Early sketches capture a defining moment in British comedy. Funny, fast and energetic. [S]

Dr. Strangelove: National Theatre Live

Tomorrow 01:20 - 03:15

Steve Coogan plays four roles in the stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick's comedy masterpiece Dr Strangelove. [S]

Garbo: Where Did You Go?

Tomorrow 03:15 - 05:00

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]

Classic Movies: Kind Hearts & Coronets

Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00

Classic Movies - Kind Hearts & Coronets: Kind Hearts and Coronets is one of a kind, a superb pitch-black comedy about gentile serial killing. (S3, ep 2) [S]

LSO: Rattle Conducts Sibelius & Bruckner

Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:45

Sir Simon Rattle conducts Sibelius' tone poems and Bruckner's radiant Seventh Symphony, where vast landscapes merge with the human soul. [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Tomorrow 07:45 - 08:15

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 47) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Tomorrow 08:15 - 08:45

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 48) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 08:45 - 09:20

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

Tomorrow 09:20 - 09:55

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

Tomorrow 09:55 - 10:30

Cell 227: Judgment day approaches for an innocent man who is facing the gas chamber for murder. With James Westerfield. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

Schartz-Metterklume Method: The arrival of a new governess at the Wellington household has surprising results. With Elspath March. [S]

Discovering: Ryan Gosling

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-nominated star of the silver screen, known for his roles in The Notebook, La La Land, Drive, First Man and Barbie. (S16, ep 4) [S]

Classic Movies: The Dam Busters

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

Classic Movies - The Dam Busters: The Dam Busters begins in 1942, where a bespectacled man plays marbles with his children under a silver sky. (S3, ep 3) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 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

Tomorrow 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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00

Isabel: After serving a prison sentence, a man romances the woman whose false testimony got him convicted. (S2, ep 31) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

1985: Chaka Khan and Tom Waits perform live on The Tube. Also, new series Bliss brings live sets from the likes of The Cult and Propaganda. (3 of 5) [S]

Discovering: Sir John Mills

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Ryan's Daughter, Great Expectations and Hobson's Choice. (S16, ep 5) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2020

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00

Lemn Sissay: It's the last chance for the finalists to impress the judges. Who will win the commission to paint legend Nile Rodgers? (S6, ep 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 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

Tomorrow 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

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

Letter of Credit: A writer arrives in a small town to investigate the circumstances of a bank robbery in which the money was never found. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00

Escape to Sonoita: Two kidnappers come upon a tanker in the middle of the desert and decide to make their escape in it. With Burt Reynolds and James Bell. [S]

Discovering: Jodie Foster

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00

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]

New: Tilda Swinton: The Wildcards

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:15

Tilda Swinton: The Wildcards: New. From shadowed beginnings to global cinema. This film traces an artist who remains as elusive as she is unforgettable. [S]

New: Denzel Washington: American Idol

Tomorrow 22:15 - 23:30

New. From Mount Vernon to global icon, Denzel Washington's rise to Oscar glory is a gripping tale of legacy, integrity, drive and redefining Hollywood. [S]

The Ghost Of Richard Harris

Tomorrow 23:30 - 01:50

Explore the legacy of Richard Harris with this moving documentary that includes contributions from his sons, BAFTA-winning actor Jared Harris, Jamie Harris and Damian Harris. [S]

Fri Jul 03
The Unstoppable Shirley MacLaine

Friday 01:50 - 03:05

Discover the unstoppable Shirley MacLaine and celebrate a fearless career of reinvention, longevity and iconic performances. [S]

Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters

Friday 03:05 - 05:00

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]

Classic Movies: The Dam Busters

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

Classic Movies - The Dam Busters: The Dam Busters begins in 1942, where a bespectacled man plays marbles with his children under a silver sky. (S3, ep 3) [S]

Cats: The Musical

Friday 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]

Watercolour Challenge

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 49) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Friday 08:30 - 09:00

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 50) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 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

Friday 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

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

Letter of Credit: A writer arrives in a small town to investigate the circumstances of a bank robbery in which the money was never found. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Escape to Sonoita: Two kidnappers come upon a tanker in the middle of the desert and decide to make their escape in it. With Burt Reynolds and James Bell. [S]

Discovering: Sir John Mills

Friday 11:00 - 12:00

The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Ryan's Daughter, Great Expectations and Hobson's Choice. (S16, ep 5) [S]

Classic Movies: Scott Of The Antarctic

Friday 12:00 - 13:00

Classic Movies - Scott of the Antarctic: From Charles Frend, the 1948 drama tells the tale of Robert Falcon Scott's failed attempt to reach the South Pole. (S3, ep 4) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 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

Friday 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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

Body in the Barn: A domineering wife is suspected of murdering her husband when the body of an unrecognizable man is found buried in her barn. (S2, ep 32) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

1978: Late-night pop show Revolver welcomes a host of artists to the stage, including Ian Dury and The Boomtown Rats. Plus, performances from The Jam and Kate Bush. (4 of 5) [S]

Discovering: Michelle Yeoh

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

The story of an Academy Award-winning star, known for her roles in Everything Everywhere All at Once, Crazy Rich Asians and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. (S16, ep 6) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2020

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

Nile Rodgers: It's the moment we've all been waiting for as the winner embarks on their commission to paint icon Nile Rodgers. (S6, ep11) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 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

Friday 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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

Hooked: A man schemes with a young woman to get rid of his wealthy wife. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

Pen Pal: An escaped convict visits a spinster and her niece seeking his pen pal. [S]

Classic Artists: Cream

Friday 20:00 - 22:30

The definitive story of 60s rock supergroup Cream, featuring concert footage and interviews with Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce. [S]

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Live in LA Sept '23

Friday 22:30 - 01:05

A truly unique event, this special brings together the very best of the greatest rock and blues artists of all time. [S]

Sat Jul 04
Jeff Beck: Live At Ronnie Scott's

Saturday 01:05 - 03:05

Jeff Beck played five night at Ronnie Scott's Club in Soho, London along with some special guests. This is a record of those nights. [S]

Jimi Hendrix: The Guitar Hero

Saturday 03:05 - 05:00

Eric Clapton, Mick Taylor and Slash are among guitar stars paying tribute to Jimi Hendrix's magnificent talent and showmanship, as well as his extraordinary legacy. [S]

Classic Movies: Scott Of The Antarctic

Saturday 05:00 - 06:00

Classic Movies - Scott of the Antarctic: From Charles Frend, the 1948 drama tells the tale of Robert Falcon Scott's failed attempt to reach the South Pole. (S3, ep 4) [S]

Les Miserables: The Staged Concert

Saturday 06:00 - 08:55

Live stage adaptation of the 1862 Victor Hugo novel Les Misérables starring Michael Ball and Matt Lucas. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:55 - 09:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

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 10:00 - 10:30

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 10:30 - 11:00

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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 11:00 - 12:00

Final Escape: A convict plans a clever escape with the help of an alcoholic fellow prisoner who's in charge of making coffins and burying the camp's deceased. (S2, ep 18) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 12:00 - 13:00

Murder Case: An actor learns that his ex, an actress, is now married to her play's backer. They rekindle their romance and plot to get her out of her marriage. (S2, ep 19) [S]

Flash Gordon

Saturday 13:00 - 15:10

A New York Jets quarterback is sent through space to the planet Mongo, where he must unite rival kingdoms and lead a rebellion against Emperor Ming in this epic sci-fi adventure. (1980) [S]

Queen: Live In Milton Keynes

Saturday 15:10 - 17:25

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]

Bee Gees: In Our Own Time

Saturday 17:25 - 18:40

The late Robin Gibb and his brother Barry tell the extraordinary story of their family act, speaking candidly about their rise to fame and the tragedies that marred their superstardom. [S]

The Sound Of Music Live

Saturday 18:40 - 21:00

Grammy Award winner Carrie Underwood and True Blood's Stephen Moyer star in the stage version of the iconic musical, from the Academy Award-winning producers of Smash and Chicago. [S]

The Specials Live From Coventry Cathedral

Saturday 21:00 - 22:35

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]

Record On

Saturday 22:35 - 00:10

Record On: The Specials - A Message to You: Career-spanning documentary from the band's formation to later albums Encore and Protest Songs. [S,AD]

Sun Jul 05
White Riot

Sunday 00:10 - 01:55

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]

Ian Dury And The Blockheads Hold On to Your Structure

Sunday 01:55 - 03:15

Irrepressible British Rock performer Ian Dury and his multi-talented band, The Blockheads, perform live from the Hammersmith Odeon in 1985. [S]

Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends

Sunday 03:15 - 04:10

Sir Tom Jones: In conversation and song, Sir Tom Jones shares captivating stories from his career - including his friendship with Elvis Presley. (S1, ep 1) [S]

Discovering: Peter Gabriel

Sunday 04:10 - 04:35

Leading music journalists explore the music of Peter Gabriel, a founding member of Genesis who went on to achieve great solo success around the world. (S5, ep 11) [S]

Discovering: Stevie Wonder

Sunday 04:35 - 05:00

Music journalists examine the life and music of Stevie Wonder, the iconic figure whose hits include You Are the Sunshine of My Life and Superstition. (S5, ep 14) [S]

Elton John: Classic Albums

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

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]

Andre Rieu: Live In Vienna

Sunday 06:00 - 08:50

As the sun sets over the magnificent Hofburg Palace, showstopping Dutch violinist André Rieu leads his orchestra in a series of Viennese favourites, including The Blue Danube. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:50 - 09:25

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

Sunday 09:25 - 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 10:30 - 11:30

Anyone For Murder?: A psychology professor places an ad offering to help spouses get rid of their other halves, grabbing the police's attention. Trouble ensues. (S2, ep 20) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 11:30 - 12:30

Beast in View: An attorney helps a client threatened by an unstable woman who blames her for a broken wedding engagement. (S2, ep 21) [S]

Discovering: Vincent Price

Sunday 12:30 - 13:30

A look at the life and career of Vincent Price, the suavely menacing star of numerous horror films including House of Wax and The Abominable Dr Phibes. (S9, ep 12) [S]

ELO Live At Wembley

Sunday 13:30 - 14:50

One of the brightest rock bands of the 70s light up Wembley in this 1978 charity concert, performing their greatest hits such as Mr Blue Sky and Sweet Talkin' Woman. [S]

AC/DC: Live in Donington

Sunday 14:50 - 17:45

Recorded coverage of legendary Australian band AC/DC's third headlining show at the "Monsters of Rock" festival in Castle Donington, UK. [S]

Roy Orbison Forever

Sunday 17:45 - 19:00

Offering extraordinary insight, Roy Orbison deep dives into what made his music a cultural driving force through a series of interviews collected over several years. [S]

New: Grand Ole Opry

Sunday 19:00 - 20:00

New. Jelly Roll, Lanie Gardner, Marcus King: Country music stars step onto the famous wooden circle at Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, where they deliver unforgettable performances. [S]

Iconic Women Of Country

Sunday 20:00 - 21:20

Iconic Women Of Country opens up the music vaults to provide an intimate look at legendary female artists, their stories and songs and why they've stood the test of time. [S]

Marvin Gaye - Live At Montreux 1980

Sunday 21:20 - 22:35

Marvin Gaye's legendary set at the 1980 Jazz Festival in Montreux, where he performs I Heard It Through the Grapevine, Mercy Mercy Me and What's Going On. [S]

Marvin Gaye: Behind The Legend

Sunday 22:35 - 23:55

Celebrate a legend of Black American music with this biography spotlighting his later life. Featuring archive footage and contribution from family, musicians and producers. [S]

Luther Vandross: Live At The Royal Albert Hall

Sunday 23:55 - 01:45

Enjoy this glitzy, upbeat celebration of the greatest music from Luther Vandross, featuring a full gospel choir. [S]

Mon Jul 06
The Barry White Story: Let The Music Play

Monday 01:45 - 03:00

As remembered by those closest to him, this film looks at Barry White's childhood, his time in prison and his life-changing decision to go into music. [S]

Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends

Monday 03:00 - 04:00

Sam Fender: Brian and Mark visit Mark's own British Grove recording studio to meet fellow Geordie Sam Fender, who discusses his musical journey so far. (S1, ep 2) [S]

Discovering: John Lennon

Monday 04:00 - 05:00

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the former Beatle's death, an extensive collection of TV interviews paint a unique portrait of the singer-songwriter, political activist and icon. [S]

Queen: Classic Albums

Monday 05:00 - 06:00

A Night At The Opera: It featured hits Bohemian Rhapsody and You're My Best Friend and propelled the band to superstardom. The story of how Queen created their seminal fourth album. [S]

Jesus Christ Superstar: Live In Concert

Monday 06:00 - 07:50

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's iconic rock opera comes to life on stage in New York, with an all-star cast including John Legend and Alice Cooper. [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Monday 07:50 - 08:20

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 51) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Monday 08:20 - 08:50

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 52) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 08:50 - 09:25

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

Monday 09:25 - 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

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Hooked: A man schemes with a young woman to get rid of his wealthy wife. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

Pen Pal: An escaped convict visits a spinster and her niece seeking his pen pal. [S]

Discovering: Michelle Yeoh

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

The story of an Academy Award-winning star, known for her roles in Everything Everywhere All at Once, Crazy Rich Asians and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. (S16, ep 6) [S]

Classic Movies: Flash Gordon

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

Classic Movies - Flash Gordon: As Mike Hodges' flamboyant science fiction epic and Queen's iconic rock song declares, Flash Gordon will be the saviour of the universe. (S3, ep 5) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 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

Monday 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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

Body in the Barn: A domineering wife is suspected of murdering her husband when the body of an unrecognizable man is found buried in her barn. (S2, ep 32)

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

1987: It's farewells all round as The Tube ends and The Smiths split. Goth rock peaks with The Mission and Siouxsie. Plus, hits from Depeche Mode and The Cure. (5 of 5) [S]

Discovering: Kevin Bacon

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

The story of the life and career of a generational silver-screen star, known for his roles in Footloose, Apollo 13, Diner and Murder in the First. (S16, ep 7) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year...

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

Ncuti Gatwa, Lady Glenconner, Fay Ripley: In this first heat, the artists paint while Kathleen Soriano, Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kate Bryan judge. (S7, ep 1) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 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

Monday 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

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

The Baby Blue Expression: A woman and her lover plot her husband's demise but their plans go awry because of her ineptitude. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

Man Who Found Money: A man makes a serious mistake when he tries to do the right thing. With RG Armstrong and Rod Cameron. [S]

Andre Rieu: Shall We Dance?

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]

Nicola Benedetti & Friends From The Ulster Hall

Monday 23:00 - 00:30

Join Nicola Benedetti for a unique and personal show as she returns to the stage at the Ulster Hall for her first solo tour in over ten years. [S]

Tue Jul 07
Jamie Cullum: Live At Blenheim Palace

Tuesday 00:30 - 03:00

Jamie Cullum performs live in Oxfordshire, with tour footage and interviews from his US travels, plus highlights from his Glastonbury Festival performance in the UK. [S]

Bagpipes - A Celebration

Tuesday 03:00 - 04:00

Bagpipes: A Celebration showcases Scotland's iconic bagpipe music with stunning landscapes, top pipe bands, soloists, and rich musical history. [S,AD]

Play In A Day

Tuesday 04:00 - 05:00

Dance: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (1 of 3) [S]

Classic Movies: Flash Gordon

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

Classic Movies - Flash Gordon: As Mike Hodges' flamboyant science fiction epic and Queen's iconic rock song declares, Flash Gordon will be the saviour of the universe. (S3, ep 5) [S]

Cirque Du Soleil: Varekai

Tuesday 06:00 - 08:00

Telling the story of Icarus, whose wings melt when he flies too close to the sun, sending him crashing into the volcanic and mysterious world of Varekai. (2003) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 53) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 54) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

The Baby Blue Expression: A woman and her lover plot her husband's demise but their plans go awry because of her ineptitude. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Man Who Found Money: A man makes a serious mistake when he tries to do the right thing. With RG Armstrong and Rod Cameron. [S]

Discovering: Kevin Bacon

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

The story of the life and career of a generational silver-screen star, known for his roles in Footloose, Apollo 13, Diner and Murder in the First. (S16, ep 7) [S]

Classic Movies: Billy Liar

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

Classic Movies - Billy Liar: Directed by John Schlesinger in 1963, Billy Liar is one of the signature films of the British New Wave, the dynamic naturalism of the sixties. (S3, ep 6) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00

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

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

A Piece of the Action: Inveterate gambler Duke Marsden is given an ultimatum - give up poker, or lose his wife. He agrees, but there's one last thing he has to do first. (S1, ep 1) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

1989: Elbow frontman Guy Garvey lifts the lid on two decades of TV gold in a brand new series. First up, he reflects on the defining musical performances of 1989. (1 of 5) [S]

Discovering: Ralph Fiennes

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

The story of the life and career of a generational star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Schindler's List, The Grand Budapest Hotel and The Menu. (S16, ep 8) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year...

Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00

Sir Trevor McDonald, Mirren Mack, The Vivienne: Contestants have just four hours to paint one of three very famous faces in the second heat. (S7, ep 2) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

The Skeleton Key: A woman discovers a nasty side to her husband's personality when he goes into hospital before a holiday. (S5, ep 18) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

A Passing Opportunity: Frank is struggling financially and will do anything for money. When he meets a rich and successful schoolmate, he realises it may even stretch to murder. (S6, ep 1) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

Make My Death Bed: A woman plots her husband's death when she discovers he has been unfaithful. With Diana Van Der Vlis and Joe Flynn. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

The Doubtful Doctor: A doctor examines a man who suffers from blackouts, in which he reverts to living and seeing things two years back in time. Dick York and Gena Rowlands star. [S]

The Myth Of Marilyn Monroe

Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00

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]

I Am Raquel Welch

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:40

Celebrating the life of a trailblazing actress and single mother who not only redefined the world's idea of a Hollywood sex symbol, but also led the way for modern-day action heroines. [S,AD]

Inside Guggenheim

Tuesday 22:40 - 23:55

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]

Tilda Swinton: The Wildcards

Tuesday 23:55 - 01:15

Tilda Swinton: The Wildcards: New. From shadowed beginnings to global cinema. This film traces an artist who remains as elusive as she is unforgettable. [S]

Wed Jul 08
A Sudden Glimpse To Deeper Things

Wednesday 01:15 - 03:00

Featuring Tilda Swinton, this feature documentary tells the story of a remarkable artist and modernist painter, Wilhelmina Barns-Graham. (2024) [S]

Art's Most Satanic

Wednesday 03:00 - 04:00

Art's Most Satanic: Waldemar goes looking for the Devil, the ultimate shape-shifter, who keeps popping up in art in a wicked assortment of disguises. (3 of 3) [S]

Play In A Day

Wednesday 04:00 - 05:00

Drama: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (2 of 3) [S]

Classic Movies: Billy Liar

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

Classic Movies - Billy Liar: Directed by John Schlesinger in 1963, Billy Liar is one of the signature films of the British New Wave, the dynamic naturalism of the sixties. (S3, ep 6) [S]

Anne-Sophie Mutter, John Williams & Friends

Wednesday 06:00 - 08:10

A Celebration. Superstar violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter celebrates her 60th birthday year with a performance she created with her friends and musical colleagues. [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Wednesday 08:10 - 08:35

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 55) [S]

Watercolour Challenge

Wednesday 08:35 - 09:00

In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 56) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

Make My Death Bed: A woman plots her husband's death when she discovers he has been unfaithful. With Diana Van Der Vlis and Joe Flynn. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

The Doubtful Doctor: A doctor examines a man who suffers from blackouts, in which he reverts to living and seeing things two years back in time. Dick York and Gena Rowlands star. [S]

Discovering: Ralph Fiennes

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

The story of the life and career of a generational star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Schindler's List, The Grand Budapest Hotel and The Menu. (S16, ep 8) [S]

Classic Movies: The 39 Steps

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

The 39 Steps: Embark on a journey to discover what makes The 39 Steps not only a quintessential thriller but also an espionage thriller. (S4, ep 1) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

The Skeleton Key: A woman discovers a nasty side to her husband's personality when he goes into hospital before a holiday. (S5, ep 18) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

A Passing Opportunity: Frank is struggling financially and will do anything for money. When he meets a rich and successful schoolmate, he realises it may even stretch to murder. (S6, ep 1) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

Don't Look Behind You: When an unknown attacker is brutally targeting women in a small college town, a psychology professor uses his fiancé as bait. (S1, ep 2) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

1976: Elbow frontman Guy Garvey lifts the lid on two decades of TV gold. Here, he takes you through 1976, reflecting on the year's defining musical performances. (2 of 5) [S]

Discovering: Octavia Spencer

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in The Help, Fruitvale Station, Hidden Figures and Ma. (S10, ep 9) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year...

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

Deborah James, Eamonn Walker, Melanie Sykes: The third heat gets underway as nine more artists have just four hours to create their portrait. (S7, ep 3) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

The Memory Man: Commemorate the passing of the late Doctor Who actor Bernard Cribbins by revisiting an episode of the Tales of the Unexpected he stars in - The Memory Man. (S6, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

A Sad Loss: Claire and her boyfriend have always counted on inheriting Claire's wealthy aunt's fortune. But when they hear she has a new heir lined up, they are forced to act. (S6, ep 3) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

A Very Moral Theft: A dishonest businessman attempts to hoodwink his girlfriend into supplying him with money. Betty Field and Walter Matthau star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

Contest for Aaron Gold: A frustrated artist takes a job as a ceramics counsellor. Conflict arises when one of his students shows great promise as a sculptor. [S]

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

The World Pipe Band Championship is almost here. Will current holders Field Marshall Montgomery win the crown for a 14th time? (3 of 3) [S,AD]

Bill Bailey's Master Crafters

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

The Next Generation. Stone Carvers: Our novice stone carvers are working under the watchful eye of tutor Simon Smith, a renowned master stone carver. (S3, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Eighties

Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00

Raised on Television (Part 2): An entertaining look at the evolution of TV throughout the 1980s, from VCRs and remote controls to family sitcoms and prime-time soaps. [S,AD]

U2: Classic Albums

Wednesday 23:00 - 00:00

The Joshua Tree: Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen and producers Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois give an insight into the making of their 1987 smash The Joshua Tree. (S1, ep 18) [S,AD]

Thu Jul 09
Denzel Washington: American Idol

Thursday 00:00 - 01:15

New. From Mount Vernon to global icon, Denzel Washington's rise to Oscar glory is a gripping tale of legacy, integrity, drive and redefining Hollywood. [S]