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Fri Feb 06
Christopher Nolan: The Directors

Today 16:00 - 17:00

Christopher Nolan: An iconic director with a portfolio of blockbuster films, explore the life and career of silver-screen genius Christopher Nolan. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]

Discovering: William Holden

Today 17:00 - 18:00

A fascinating look at the life and career of William Holden, an actor who became one of Hollywood's biggest box office draws from the 1950s through to the 1970s. (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 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

Today 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

Today 19:00 - 19:30

I Spy: A private detective trying to find evidence that a gentle older woman is cheating on her separated husband, falls in love with her. Kay Walsh and Eric Barker star. (S6, ep 35) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 19:30 - 20:00

Sorcerer's Apprentice: A magician takes a simple-minded runaway under his wing, but his wife has a sinister idea for the easily manipulated man. Brandon De Wilde stars. (S6, ep 36) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Today 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]

Billy Joel: And So It Goes

Today 21:00 - 23:50

Part One: Showcases an extensive look at Billy Joel's life and music career, featuring exclusive interviews, performances, home movies and personal photographs. (1 of 2) [S,AD]

Billy Joel: Live In Rome

Today 23:50 - 02:20

In this historic concert from July 2006, Billy plays a rousing set to an enormous crowd in front of the Colosseum in Rome. With special guest, Bryan Adams. [S]

Sat Feb 07
Gregory Porter: Greatest Albums Live

Tomorrow 02:20 - 03:45

Gregory Porter: The singer-songwriter and his band perform the Grammy-winning Liquid Spirit - his biggest selling album yet - at London's Middle Eight Hotel. (S1, ep 5) [S]

Pink Floyd: Classic Albums

Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:45

Prog rock icons Pink Floyd reflect on the creation of their hugely influential concept album, with rarely seen archive studio footage. [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Tomorrow 04:45 - 06:00

Ham House: Explore this Stuart mansion in Richmond. Built in 1610 for Sir Thomas Vavasour, it is reputedly one of the most haunted houses in Britain. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 8) [S]

Classic FM Live: A Film Music Spectacular

Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:00

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and the Ukranian conductor Kirill Karabits perform film themes from The Royal Albert Hall including Star Wars, Jurassic Park and more. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

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 08:30 - 09:00

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

Tomorrow 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

Tomorrow 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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

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

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

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

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

Nothing Ever Happens in Linvale: A small town sheriff investigates the disappearance of the wife of a man who has been acting suspiciously according to his nosy neighbors. (S2, ep 6) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

Starring the Defense: When Miles Crawford's son Tod is charged with murder, he hires one of the best criminal lawyers, but then convinces Tod that he should represent him. (S2, ep 7) [S]

The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes

Tomorrow 13:00 - 14:30

Master sleuth Sherlock Holmes hunts his arch-nemesis Professor Moriarty, who is planning the crime of the century. Mystery starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce. (1939) [S]

Modern Times

Tomorrow 14:30 - 16:00

In his final film as the tramp, Charlie Chaplin struggles to survive in the modern, industrialised world, repeatedly getting arrested before fleeing with his companion Ellen. [S]

Douglas Adams: The Man Who Imagined Our Future

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:30

Douglas Adams was a visionary in sci-fi, comedy and activism, campaigning for endangered species and climate change long before his time. [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Tomorrow 17:30 - 18:30

Skiddaw Mountain: The winner advances to the semis and takes a step closer to the prize. A £10,000 commission for the National Gallery of Ireland. (S11, ep 4) [S,AD]

Don McLean: Classic Albums

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:45

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

California Dreamin': The Songs Of The Mamas & The Papas

Tomorrow 19:45 - 21:00

Interviews and performance footage tells the remarkable story of 1960s Californian pop group The Mamas and the Papas. [S,AD]

Billy Joel: And So It Goes

Tomorrow 21:00 - 23:50

Part Two: Showcases an extensive look at Billy Joel's life and music career, featuring exclusive interviews, performances, home movies and personal photographs. (2 of 2) [S,AD]

Legends: Live at Montreux

Tomorrow 23:50 - 02:00

Experience the magic of the renowned Montreux Festival, showcasing unforgettable performances and great hits. [S]

Sun Feb 08
Isle Of Wight Festival:..

Sunday 02:00 - 03:30

...2025: The Corrs. New. Full coverage of the iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. Featuring The Corrs. [S]

Discovering: Paul Simon

Sunday 03:30 - 04:00

Leading music critics cast fresh light on the career of award-winning American singer songwriter Paul Simon, whose fame, influence and success began as part of duo Simon & Garfunkel. [S]

Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends

Sunday 04:00 - 05:00

Carlos Santana: Brian and Mark visit Carlos Santana, discussing his incredible journey in music from the early days through to his resurgence in the late 90s. (S1, ep 5) [S]

Def Leppard: Classic Albums

Sunday 05:00 - 06:00

Hysteria: Formed in Sheffield in the 70s, Def Leppard were the architects of a new wave of British heavy metal music. Discover the story of the creation of their fourth album. (S1, ep 4) [S]

Andre Rieu: Shall We Dance?

Sunday 06:00 - 09:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:00 - 09:30

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

Sunday 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

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

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 11:00 - 12:00

The Cadaver: A college aide borrows a dead female body from the lab and puts it in his roommate's dorm to try and scare him sober, but the joke becomes disastrous. (S2, ep 8) [S]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Sunday 12:00 - 13:00

Skiddaw Mountain: The winner advances to the semis and takes a step closer to the prize. A £10,000 commission for the National Gallery of Ireland. (S11, ep 4) [S,AD]

On The Beach

Sunday 13:00 - 15:35

After a global nuclear war, the residents of Australia must come to terms with the fact that all life will be destroyed in a matter of months. [S]

Andre Rieu: Live in Malta

Sunday 15:35 - 17:05

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

Abba: The Movie

Sunday 17:05 - 19:00

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]

Sherlock Holmes And The Secret Weapon

Sunday 19:00 - 20:20

Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson Holmes must step in and crack a secret code to prevent a new weapon from falling into the hands of Nazi Germany. Basil Rathbone stars. (1942) [S]

Barefoot In The Park

Sunday 20:20 - 22:20

Zany comedy, based on Neil Simon's award-winning play about two newlyweds living together in their first apartment, depicting the ups and downs of married life. [S]

Gene Kelly: An American In Hollywood

Sunday 22:20 - 23:35

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]

Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters

Sunday 23:35 - 01:30

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]

Mon Feb 09
Isle of Wight Festival 2025

Monday 01:30 - 03:30

Sting. New. Full coverage of the iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. Featuring Sting. [S]

Discovering: Eric Clapton

Monday 03:30 - 04:00

Documentary exploring the life, career and influence of Cream and Yardbirds guitarist and songwriter Eric Clapton, the only three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. [S,AD]

Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends

Monday 04:00 - 05:00

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]

Elton John: Classic Albums

Monday 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]

John Williams: The Berlin Concert

Monday 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

Monday 07:50 - 08:25

Secluded Beach: Bob gives a lesson in his wet-on-wet technique while creating a restless ocean crashing against a rugged coastline. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:25 - 09:00

Forest Hills: Bob depicts rugged mountains, proud evergreens and luxurious trees over a sparkling lake in this spellbinding masterpiece. (S9, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

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

Monday 09:30 - 10:00

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

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Bang, You're Dead: A young boy discovers his uncle's revolver before loading it with bullets and playing with it in public, unaware of its deadly power. (S7, ep 1) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

Maria: Carnival worker Leo Thorby awakes after a night of drinking to discover that he has bought a strange monkey for his sideshow. Norman Lloyd stars. (S7, ep 2) [S]

Christopher Nolan: The Directors

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

Christopher Nolan: An iconic director with a portfolio of blockbuster films, explore the life and career of silver-screen genius Christopher Nolan. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]

Discovering: William Holden

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

A fascinating look at the life and career of William Holden, an actor who became one of Hollywood's biggest box office draws from the 1950s through to the 1970s. (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

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

Monday 13:30 - 14:00

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]

Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

Scottish musician Edwyn Collins and wife Grace Maxwell join Jim and Nancy as they travel to the Isle of Harris to paint the golden eagle. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

Skiddaw Mountain: The winner advances to the semis and takes a step closer to the prize. A £10,000 commission for the National Gallery of Ireland. (S11, ep 4) [S,AD]

Nora Ephron: The Directors

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

Nora Ephron: A look at the life and career of the late Nora Ephron, a celebrated director who made a bang on debut with This Is My Life in 1992. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]

Discovering: Barbara Stanwyck

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

A profile of Barbara Stanwyck, an actress who enjoyed a 60-year career in film and television, best known for her strong female roles in films, such as Double Indemnity. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

Clerical Error: While winding up his late father's affairs, Paul finds a bill demanding over £1,000 for pornography. He's suspicious of the claim... for a very good reason. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

Heir Presumptuous: George is murdered, and one of his nephews is seen fleeing the scene. The problem is his nephews are identical twins. Sheriff Milt Singleton investigates. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

Beta Delta Gamma: A college fraternity make up one of their members to look as if he is dead, then lead another unsuspecting member into believing he killed him. (S7, ep 3) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

You Can't Be a Little Girl All Your Life: A woman beaten by an unknown attacker comes under immense pressure by her husband and the police to identify a suspect. (S7, ep 4) [S]

Andre Rieu: Songs From My Heart

Monday 20:00 - 22:30

Violin sensation Andre Rieu blends the contemporary with the classic in this spectacular midsommer night's concert from Vrijthof Square in Masstricht, featuring the Platinum Tenors. [S]

Mozart's Sister

Monday 22:30 - 00:40

New. A reimagined account of the early life of Maria Anna 'Nannerl' Mozart, five years older than Wolfgang and a musical prodigy in her own right. [S,AD]

Tue Feb 10
Academy Of Ancient Music: Vivaldi's Four Seasons

Tuesday 00:40 - 02:05

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]

The Lost Leonardo

Tuesday 02:05 - 03:50

Documentary exploring the case of the missing Salvator Mundi, the first painting by Leonardo da Vinci to be discovered for more than a century which has now seemingly vanished. [S,AD]

Science Fiction In The Atomic Age

Tuesday 03:50 - 04:45

Quatermass to Christopher Nolan: Space travel redefines human potential, reviving exploration and conquest while inspiring innovation and unity. (S1, ep 4) [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Tuesday 04:45 - 06:00

Bateman's: Explore the Jacobean house, home of Rudyard Kipling in the 1930s. The interior and grounds reflect the author's association with the East. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 9) [S,AD]

Arts Uncovered

Tuesday 06:00 - 06:20

Gary James McQueen: A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it. [S]

Handel: La Resurrezione

Tuesday 06:20 - 08:00

A stellar cast including Danielle de Niese, Lucy Crowe and Hugo Hymas come together for a stunning live performance with The English Concert at St John's Smith Square. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30

Little House by the Road: Bob paints distant, rolling hills and an old cabin sheltered by tall trees. A rickety, weathered fence completes this cosy scene. (S9, ep 8) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00

Mountain Path: Join Bob for a happy half-hour as he creates one of his beautiful mountain scenes, complete with a winding path and ample bushes. (S9, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30

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

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

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

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

The Old Pro: A retired hitman discovers that he has to keep on killing in order to protect his wife and survive. Starring Richard Conte and Sara Shane. (S7, ep 5) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

Services Rendered: A man with no memory of who he is has a $1000 bill and the address of a doctor. Stephen Dunne and Hugh Marlowe star. (S7, ep 6) [S]

Nora Ephron: The Directors

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

Nora Ephron: A look at the life and career of the late Nora Ephron, a celebrated director who made a bang on debut with This Is My Life in 1992. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]

Discovering: Barbara Stanwyck

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

A profile of Barbara Stanwyck, an actress who enjoyed a 60-year career in film and television, best known for her strong female roles in films, such as Double Indemnity. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

Clerical Error: While winding up his late father's affairs, Paul finds a bill demanding over £1,000 for pornography. He's suspicious of the claim... for a very good reason. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00

Heir Presumptuous: George is murdered, and one of his nephews is seen fleeing the scene. The problem is his nephews are identical twins. Sheriff Milt Singleton investigates. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]

Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

Jim and Nancy visit the East Yorkshire coast to paint the splendid gannet. They are joined by artists Colin and Jess Self, as well as Jim's mum Audrey. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]

Classic Literature & Cinema

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

Great Romantic Novel Adaptations: When a popular romantic story hits the big screen, it's eagerly anticipated. Heaven help anyone who wants to take on a book beloved by millions. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

Antoine Fuqua: The Directors

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

Antoine Fuqua: Take a look at the life and career of Antoine Fuqua, a highly successful director with films like Training Day and The Equalizer in his portfolio. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]

Discovering: Gregory Peck

Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00

An eye-opening look at the life and films of American film legend Gregory Peck, the Academy Award-winning star of the 1962 drama To Kill a Mockingbird. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

Down Along the Sheltering Palms: An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems... and the past suddenly comes alive. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

A Vorpal Blade: Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany. Von Baden was a witness, but he also harbours a shocking secret. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30

Right Kind of Medicine: The wounded killer of a policeman rushes to get his prescription of painkiller filled, making a big mistake in the process. Robert Redford stars. (S7, ep 7) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00

A Jury of Her Peers: An old woman is suspected of murdering her cruel husband and her childhood companion attempts to cover up evidence against her. Ann Harding stars. (S7, ep 8) [S]

The World In A Painting: Manet's Lamps

Tuesday 20:00 - 21:15

New. In the twilight of his life, Edouard Manet began the creation of his final masterpiece: A Bar at the Folies-Bergère. [S]

Discovering Romance On Film

Tuesday 21:15 - 22:45

Film critics Ian Nathan, Bonnie Greer, Neil Norman and Stephen Armstrong discuss their favourite romance movies of all time, including Casablanca and When Harry Met Sally. [S,AD]

New: Hugh Grant: Love Language

Tuesday 22:45 - 23:45

New. Documentary exploring the charming and complex career of British actor Hugh Grant, whose wit, charisma and vulnerability made him a defining figure in romantic comedies. (2024) [S]

The Great Dictator

Tuesday 23:45 - 02:00

Join Charlie Chaplin with a satirical take on war in his first true sound film, as a Commander and a Jewish barber try to survive against a ruthless dictator. [S]

Wed Feb 11
New: Landscape Artist Of The...

Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00

New. HMS Wellington: In the fifth heat, with no pods to protect them, the artists have climbed aboard a WWII warship, HMS Wellington, on the River Thames. (S11, ep 5) [S,AD]

The Barry White Story: Let The Music Play

Wednesday 03:00 - 04:15

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]

Auction: David Hockney Special

Wednesday 04:15 - 04:45

New. David Hockney's Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures) is a modern masterpiece and now it's up for sale at Christie's in New York with an estimate of $80 million. [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Wednesday 04:45 - 06:00

Castle Ward: Explore this 18th-century mansion in County Down, famed for its architectural contrasts. Can Classical and Gothic styles work in unity? Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 10) [S,AD]

Gilbert & Sullivan: A Motley Pair

Wednesday 06:00 - 06:30

Opera star Simon Butteriss presents a lively look at the beginnings of great Victorian double act, Gilbert and Sullivan, and how they produced some of the most famous operas to date. [S]

Sir Bryn Terfel And Friends

Wednesday 06:30 - 07:50

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]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 07:50 - 08:25

Country Charm: Bob brings springtime to the canvas as he paints a tiny cabin in a picturesque landscape of hazy green hills and cottony clouds. (S9, ep 10) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:25 - 09:00

Nature's Paradise: Bob creates a beautiful mountain scene that jumps off the canvas, with spectacular red peaks looming over a tree-lined stream. (S9, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

Clerical Error: While winding up his late father's affairs, Paul finds a bill demanding over £1,000 for pornography. He's suspicious of the claim... for a very good reason. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

Heir Presumptuous: George is murdered, and one of his nephews is seen fleeing the scene. The problem is his nephews are identical twins. Sheriff Milt Singleton investigates. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

The Silk Petticoat: In 1817 London, a silk petticoat belonging to the first wife of a newly remarried husband reveals him to be a very evil man. Michael Rennie stars. (S7, ep 9) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

Bad Actor: An alcoholic actor strangles his friend who won his part in a play and uses an unusual method to try to dispose of his body. Robert Duvall stars. (S7, ep 10) [S]

Antoine Fuqua: The Directors

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

Antoine Fuqua: Take a look at the life and career of Antoine Fuqua, a highly successful director with films like Training Day and The Equalizer in his portfolio. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]

Discovering: Gregory Peck

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

An eye-opening look at the life and films of American film legend Gregory Peck, the Academy Award-winning star of the 1962 drama To Kill a Mockingbird. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

Down Along the Sheltering Palms: An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems... and the past suddenly comes alive. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

A Vorpal Blade: Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany. Von Baden was a witness, but he also harbours a shocking secret. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

Lancashire: In the season finale, Jim and Nancy paint the bearded tit in North West Lancashire, where Chris Packham joins as one of many special guests. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

Classic Literature & Cinema

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

Great Adventure Novel Adaptations: Going back to ancient Greece, nothing has captured imaginations quite like a great adventure story - a genre tailor-made for film adaptation. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

Barry Levinson: The Directors

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

Barry Levinson: The life and career of Barry Levinson, an Academy Award-winning director, is one of success. Take a look back at his contributions towards the film industry. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]

Discovering: Claudia Cardinale

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

An intriguing profile of Tunisian-born Italian film actress Claudia Cardinale, who appeared in some of the most acclaimed European films of the 1960s and 1970s. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

The Wrong'un: After closing a deal, a German businessman meets an attractive but mysterious girl in a hotel bar. Despite the staff's warnings, he invites her up to his room... (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

The Luncheon: Tony eats a pricey meal with the extravagant wife of a filmmaker who wants the rights to his book. However, lunch turns out to be full of surprises. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

The Door Without a Key: A man goes to a police station claiming memory loss, while a boy says his father left him behind. The desk sergeant is suspicious of both stories. (S7, ep 11) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

Case of M.J.H.: A psychiatrist's secretary falls for a shady man who pressures her to steal files from her office. Robert Loggia and Barbara Baxley star. (S7, ep 12) [S]

New: Landscape Artist Of The...

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

New. HMS Wellington: In the fifth heat, with no pods to protect them, the artists have climbed aboard a WWII warship, HMS Wellington, on the River Thames. (S11, ep 5) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The..

Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00

...Year National Trust Favourites. National Trust properties have been the lifeblood of the contest; this special celebrates the top 10 paintings from the series, as voted by by fans. [S]

Julie Andrews Forever

Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00

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]

Science Fiction In The Atomic Age

Wednesday 23:00 - 00:00

Mary Shelley to Isaac Asimov: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is often seen as the first sci-fi work, joined by early pieces from More, Swift, Wells and Huxley. (S1, ep 1) [S]

Thu Feb 12
John & Yoko: Above Us Only Sky

Thursday 00:00 - 02:00

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]

Kate Bush: The Timeless Genius

Thursday 02:00 - 03:15

How has the woman nicknamed the 'Sound Witch' managed to transcend eras and trends, remaining as modern and fascinating as ever? What accounts for her timeless genius? Documentary. [S]

My Greatest Shot

Thursday 03:15 - 03:45

Photographers who captured some of the world's most extraordinary images share the stories behind their craft and careers. (3 of 6) [S]

My Greatest Shot

Thursday 03:45 - 04:15

Photographers who captured some of the world's most extraordinary images share the stories behind their craft and careers. (4 of 6) [S]

Inside Art: Eileen Agar At Whitechapel Gallery

Thursday 04:15 - 04:45

Kate Bryan steps into the beguiling world of Eileen Agar, exploring her exhibition entitled Angel of Anarchy at the historic Whitechapel Gallery. [S]

National Trust: Garden Treasures

Thursday 04:45 - 06:00

Sissinghurst: Take a tour around the castle gardens created by Vita Sackville-West. One of the best-loved gardens in England, it is designed as a series of rooms. Penelope Keith narrates. [S,AD]

Dance On!

Thursday 06:00 - 07:15

New. Follow dancers Friedemann Vogel, Polina Semionova, William Moore and Gesine Moog on their journey. All offering insights into their dance careers. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 07:15 - 07:50

Mountain by the Sea: Bob tackles one of his most challenging masterpieces ever as he paints majestic mountains reigning over a colourful seascape. (S9, ep 12) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 07:50 - 08:25

Mountain Hide-Away: Bob employs a unique technique, using both black and white base coats to create a joyful little stream tumbling down a rocky meadow. (S9, ep 13) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:25 - 09:00

Towering Peaks: Bob delivers yet another masterpiece as he creates a scene of majestic snow-covered mountains, rolling foothills and leafy trees, surrounding a serene lake. (S10, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

Down Along the Sheltering Palms: An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems... and the past suddenly comes alive. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:30 - 10:00

A Vorpal Blade: Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany. Von Baden was a witness, but he also harbours a shocking secret. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

The Faith of Aaron Menefee: A faith healer persuades a garage mechanic - who he apparently cured of an ulcer - to become his chauffeur on his tour. Sidney Blackmer stars. (S7, ep 13) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

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]

Barry Levinson: The Directors

Thursday 11:00 - 12:00

Barry Levinson: The life and career of Barry Levinson, an Academy Award-winning director, is one of success. Take a look back at his contributions towards the film industry. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]

Discovering: Claudia Cardinale

Thursday 12:00 - 13:00

An intriguing profile of Tunisian-born Italian film actress Claudia Cardinale, who appeared in some of the most acclaimed European films of the 1960s and 1970s. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

The Wrong'un: After closing a deal, a German businessman meets an attractive but mysterious girl in a hotel bar. Despite the staff's warnings, he invites her up to his room... (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:30 - 14:00

The Luncheon: Tony eats a pricey meal with the extravagant wife of a filmmaker who wants the rights to his book. However, lunch turns out to be full of surprises. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir

Thursday 14:00 - 15:00

London - Peregrine Falcon: Jim and Nancy Moir visit London to spot and paint the English capital's high-rise resident - the infamous peregrine falcon. (S2, ep 1) [S,AD]

Classic Literature & Cinema

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

Great Crime & Punishment Novel Adaptations: Tales of crime grab the attention like little else. After all, who hasn't imagined themselves as a detective from time to time? (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]

Alexander Payne: The Directors

Thursday 16:00 - 17:00

Alexander Payne: Explore the life and career of the Academy Award-winning American film director Alexander Payne, a man who possesses his own unique filmmaking style. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]

Discovering: Walter Matthau

Thursday 17:00 - 18:00

Film experts reflect on the life and career of Oscar-winning actor Walter Matthau, who starred in the comedies Fortune Cookie, The Odd Couple and Grumpy Old Men. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

The Tribute: Three aristocratic women hear of the death of a woman who once served them as a nanny. They agree to go for lunch in her memory... but a shock is in store for them. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

Hit and Run: Dr Roger Ashburn's beautiful wife tells him their marriage is over. Devastated, he begins a new life. Then, a familiar patient is brought into his hospital. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The...

Thursday 19:00 - 20:00

New. HMS Wellington: In the fifth heat, with no pods to protect them, the artists have climbed aboard a WWII warship, HMS Wellington, on the River Thames. (S11, ep 5) [S,AD]

Discovering: Diane Keaton

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

Diane Keaton: A look at the life and career of the late Academy Award-winning actress and star of Annie Hall, The Godfather and Marvin's Room. (S12, ep 3) [S]

The Barefoot Contessa

Thursday 21:00 - 23:30

This is the life of a Hollywood movie star named Maria, as told by writer-director Harry Dawes, from being discovered in Madrid, Spain, until her funeral in Italy. Crime drama. (1954) [S]

Martin Scorsese: The Directors

Thursday 23:30 - 00:30

A look at the life of the legendary filmmaker, whose films include the Academy Award-winning The Departed, The Wolf of Wall Street and Gangs of New York. (S5, ep 3) [S]

Fri Feb 13
I Am Steve McQueen

Friday 00:30 - 02:15

An intimate look at the legendary actor, racer and icon. Hear from the people that knew him best - including his son and former wives - as they tell his incredible life story. [S]

Sky Arts Book Club

Friday 02:15 - 03:15

Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of Idle Readers book club from Manchester meet Ian Rankin. Plus, Delia Owens Zooms in from across the pond. (4 of 6) [S]

Landmark

Friday 03:15 - 04:15

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 3) [S,AD]

Inside Art: Glyn Philpot At Pallant House

Friday 04:15 - 04:45

A portraitist famed for shaking off convention in the name of modernism, catch a glimpse of the first major exhibition of British artist Glyn Philpot. [S]

National Trust: Garden Treasures

Friday 04:45 - 06:00

Stourhead: Take a tour of the garden of this spectacular estate, set out in a classic 18th-century design, inspired by the painters Claude, Poussin and Dughet. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]

Mozart's Sister

Friday 06:00 - 08:10

New. A reimagined account of the early life of Maria Anna 'Nannerl' Mozart, five years older than Wolfgang and a musical prodigy in her own right. [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:10 - 08:40

Cabin at Sunset: Join Bob as he paints a stunning scene of crisp evergreens in a bright meadow, using masterful, colour-filled brush strokes. (S10, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:40 - 09:10

Twin Falls: In this stunning landscape, Bob paints a mellow background that gives way to chunky rock formations, trickling waterways and happy trees. (S10, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:10 - 09:40

The Wrong'un: After closing a deal, a German businessman meets an attractive but mysterious girl in a hotel bar. Despite the staff's warnings, he invites her up to his room... (S6, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:40 - 10:10

The Luncheon: Tony eats a pricey meal with the extravagant wife of a filmmaker who wants the rights to his book. However, lunch turns out to be full of surprises. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:10 - 10:40

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:40 - 11:10

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]

Alexander Payne: The Directors

Friday 11:10 - 12:05

Alexander Payne: Explore the life and career of the Academy Award-winning American film director Alexander Payne, a man who possesses his own unique filmmaking style. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]

Discovering: Walter Matthau

Friday 12:05 - 13:00

Film experts reflect on the life and career of Oscar-winning actor Walter Matthau, who starred in the comedies Fortune Cookie, The Odd Couple and Grumpy Old Men. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

The Tribute: Three aristocratic women hear of the death of a woman who once served them as a nanny. They agree to go for lunch in her memory... but a shock is in store for them. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:30 - 14:00

Hit and Run: Dr Roger Ashburn's beautiful wife tells him their marriage is over. Devastated, he begins a new life. Then, a familiar patient is brought into his hospital. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]

Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

Derbyshire - Dipper: Jim and Nancy make their way to Derbyshire for a peek of the dipper and create a stunning piece of unique art. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The..

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

...Year National Trust Favourites. National Trust properties have been the lifeblood of the contest; this special celebrates the top 10 paintings from the series, as voted by by fans. [S]

James Cameron: The Directors

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and career of a highly-innovative filmmaker known for Titanic, Avatar and The Terminator. (S8, ep 1) [S]

Discovering: Shirley Maclaine

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

A fascinating look at the life and career of Shirley MacLaine, one of Hollywood's legendary leading ladies, who starred in films including The Apartment and Sweet Charity. (S5, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

Youth from Vienna: Being admired by the inventor of an anti-ageing formula is handy for Caroline, who is eager to keep her looks. But a man forces her to make a big decision. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

Turn the Tide: Criminal lawyer Slade has his reasons for wanting his colleague dead. He meticulously plans the perfect murder. But there's one thing that he overlooks. (S6, ep 13) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

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]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Friday 20:00 - 21:00

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]

Bee Gees: One Night Only

Friday 21:00 - 23:10

Live in Vegas: The Bee Gees perform their greatest hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s, with guests including Celine Dion. From the MGM in Las Vegas in 1997. [S]

Bee Gees: In Our Own Time

Friday 23:10 - 00:30

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]