Today 03:00 - 04:10
A fascinating look at how Britain produced so many iconic bands, beginning with the phenomenal influence of its art schools. With Blur's Graham Coxon and Wire's Colin Newman. (1 of 4) [S]
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Sun Apr 12
Today 04:10 - 05:10
Never Mind The B******s: A look at how Never Mind The B******s rewrote the rock'n'roll rule book and defined the punk sound of 1977. (S1, ep 15) [S]
Today 05:10 - 05:35
Music journalists examine the life and music of the late Meat Loaf, the legendary singer-songwriter behind Bat Out of Hell. (S5, ep 4) [S]
Today 05:35 - 06:00
A look at the rise of rock opera pioneers The Who, from their formation at school in Acton, London, to their award-winning albums and sell out tours around the world. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 06:00 - 08:20
A classical extravaganza at the Royal Albert Hall, featuring 'Nessun dorma', 'Zadok the Priest' and 'Jerusalem', plus a host of star artists. [S]
Today 08:20 - 08:55
Way To Do It: The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle. (S4, ep 16) [S]
Today 08:55 - 09:30
Hijack: A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands? (S4, ep 17) [S]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
Blue Marigold: Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
The Eavesdropper: Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence? (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
Night of the Owl: A desperate forest ranger takes matters into his own hands when blackmailers threaten his adopted daughter. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Today 13:00 - 14:00
Film offering a glimpse into the career of the Oscar-winning Mary Poppins actress, and delving behind the squeaky-clean image to reveal a much more torturous career. [S,AD]
Today 14:00 - 16:50
Live stage adaptation of the 1862 Victor Hugo novel Les Misérables starring Michael Ball and Matt Lucas. [S]
Today 16:50 - 19:00
Join Paul Simon inside the studio as he makes his new album Seven Psalms, while looking back on his six-decade career's countless musical peaks. (2 of 2) [S]
Today 19:00 - 20:00
Alistair MacLean to John Le Carre: Cold War storytelling comes alive with Forsyth, MacLean and le Carre, with iconic scenes from The Third Man and more. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 20:00 - 22:15
A young gentleman goes to Australia, where he reunites with his now married childhood sweetheart, only to find out she has become an alcoholic and harbours dark secrets. [S]
Today 22:15 - 23:15
Celebrate Opry 100 with superstars, newcomers and legends - it's never the same show twice! Featuring Lady A, Carly Pearce and Steven Curtis Chapman. [S]
Today 23:15 - 00:30
Texas. Full coverage of the iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. Featuring Texas. [S]
Mon Apr 13
Tomorrow 00:30 - 02:35
Michael is determined to reform and stay faithful to his fiancée. However, his attempt at fidelity is jeopardised when numerous attractive women become smitten with him. [S]
Tomorrow 02:35 - 03:45
A look at how photography shaped the British rock band's image. With Pennie Smith, whose cover image for The Clash's London Calling became one of rock's most famous photos. (2 of 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 03:45 - 05:00
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]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 05:30
Music experts discuss the life and music of Jimi Hendrix, who wowed audiences in the 1960s with his outrageous electric guitar playing skills and his experimental sound. (S5, ep 6) [S]
Tomorrow 05:30 - 06:00
A look at the life and music of Janis Joplin. Known for her powerful, blues-inspired vocals, she rose to fame in the late 1960s before dying of a drug overdose in 1970. (S5, ep 7) [S]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:50
John Williams conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker for the very first time, with music including "Olympic Fanfare and Theme". [S]
Tomorrow 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 45) [S]
Tomorrow 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 46) [S]
Tomorrow 08:50 - 09:25
Hijack: A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands? (S4, ep 17) [S]
Tomorrow 09:25 - 10:00
Blue Marigold: Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
The Hands of Mr Ottermole: A murderer has been strangling people in the London fog. A reporter manages to continually make it to the crime scene before the police. (S2, ep 32) [S]
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
A Man Greatly Beloved: In a small Massachusetts town, precocious young Hildegarde Fell learns a secret about crusty old John Anderson. (S2, ep 33) [S]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 13:00
The violin sensation leads a spectacular musical tour of the German town, giving sensational performances from a romantic ruined castle and a boat on the river Neckar. [S]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30
The Eavesdropper: Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence? (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00
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]
Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00
In a four-part series, immerse yourself in the worlds of some of history's finest authors, revealing much about their character and the time they lived in. (3 of 4) [S]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
Kate Bryan explores 20th-century portraiture, examining depictions of war poets and Queen Elizabeth II. Jim Moir drops in to discuss his favourite work. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actress and Grammy-nominated singer, who has starred in films such as Carrie and Coal Miner's Daughter. (S11, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00
Juliet Stevenson, Robert Lindsay and Alison Steadman: Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner begin their search for Sky Arts' Portrait Artist of the Year in London. (1 of 6) [S]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30
Martha Mason, Movie Star: A vain woman can't get a divorce from her husband. Luckily, he loves to garden. And he's just dug a nice big hole in the backyard. (S2, ep 34) [S]
Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00
West Warlock Time Capsule: Taxidermist George Tiffany has domestic trouble when his wife's visiting brother Waldren overstays his welcome. (S2, ep 35) [S]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:50
The charismatic violinist and his Johann Strauss Orchestra serenade their audience in Cortona with a magical and starlit performance that includes Rota's Love Theme from The Godfather. [S]
Tomorrow 21:50 - 23:20
A night of unforgettable music and performance. Filmed live at the London Coliseum, Mozart's Women features performances from some of opera's brightest stars. [S]
Tomorrow 23:20 - 00:20
Barry Cryer fondly looks back at the life and career of the comedy superstar who created the highly influential I Love Lucy among many other popular sitcoms. (S2, ep 8) [S]
Tue Apr 14
Tuesday 00:20 - 00:50
Jimi Hendrix and his girlfriend move into their first home in London - which turns out to be the same building that George Frideric Handel lived in 246 years prior. David Haig stars. [S]
Tuesday 00:50 - 01:20
Robbie Coltrane stars as a skint Orson Welles, who gets an unlikely opportunity in East Anglia... [S]
Tuesday 01:20 - 03:20
Feature documentary reflecting on Peter O'Toole's towering theatrical legacy. Includes interviews with Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Derek Jacobi and Stephen Fry. [S]
Tuesday 03:20 - 04:30
Oscar-winning actor Eddie Redmayne takes an emotional journey, visiting studios and battlefields to shine a light into the abyss of warfare, exploring War Artists' unique legacy. [S]
Tuesday 04:30 - 05:00
Aristocrat Lord Lucan mysteriously disappeared in 1974 after being accused of murdering his children's nanny. Now, items from the family home have come up for sale at Bonhams. [S]
Tuesday 05:00 - 05:30
It could be the most expensive sale in the history books as the extraordinary art collection of David and Peggy Rockefeller comes to Christie's in New York. (S10, ep 11) [S]
Tuesday 05:30 - 06:00
The only painting Winston Churchill did during World War II has found its way to Christie's from Angelina Jolie's art collection, with an estimate worth millions. [S]
Tuesday 06:00 - 07:55
Take a fresh look at Tchaikovsky's classic work. On stage, we see The Norwegian National Ballet, dressed in costumes by Danish fashion designer Henrik Vibskov. [S]
Tuesday 07:55 - 08:25
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]
Tuesday 08:25 - 08:55
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]
Tuesday 08:55 - 09:30
The Eavesdropper: Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence? (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
Martha Mason, Movie Star: A vain woman can't get a divorce from her husband. Luckily, he loves to garden. And he's just dug a nice big hole in the backyard. (S2, ep 34) [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
West Warlock Time Capsule: Taxidermist George Tiffany has domestic trouble when his wife's visiting brother Waldren overstays his welcome. (S2, ep 35) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 13:00
The world-famous violinist's mesmerising concert from the Semper Opera House in Dresden, featuring spectacular waltzes and arias and music from Phantom Of The Opera. [S]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
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]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
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]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
Wood Carving: The junior crafters learn to carve with sculptor Clunie Fretton, and get a wheelwrighting lesson from expert Mike Rowland. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
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]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
A look into the life of the British star, known for his portrayal of Severus Snape in the Harry Potter film franchise among many other notable roles. (S11, ep 13) [S,AD]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
John Hannah, Sophie Turner and Michael Kerr: Frank Skinner, Joan Bakewell and the judges head to Glasgow as 21 competitors capture celebrity sitters. (2 of 6) [S]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
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]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
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]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Father and Son: In early 20th-century London, shop owner Joe Saunders refuses to lend money to his son Sam, who is anxious to win over a showgirl. (S2, ep 36) [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
Indestructible Mr Weems: A lodge is selling cemetery plots, but nobody will buy one until the first person is buried there. The brothers turn to Mr Weems. (S2, ep 37) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:00
With the National Portrait Gallery reopening, Kate Bryan discusses the refurbishment with its director and begins a journey of portraiture through the ages. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00
New. Ian Fleming to James Bond: Ian Fleming's remarkable life, James Bond's effect on literature and film and Bond's influence on actual intelligence. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 22:00 - 00:00
Recounted through family, friends and peers, explore the brilliant career of late Oscar winner Alec Guinness - beginning with his 1934 debut at the Playhouse Theatre. [S]
Wed Apr 15
Wednesday 00:00 - 01:55
Steve Coogan plays four roles in the stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick's comedy masterpiece Dr Strangelove. [S]
Wednesday 01:55 - 02:40
Performers including Lemn Sissay cover topics such as relationships, identity, losing a loved one, homelessness and more. Adult themes, strong and racist language. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 02:40 - 03:25
Top UK spoken word artists and randomly selected audience members perform heartfelt pieces covering breakups, men's mental health, love and more. (S2, ep 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 03:25 - 05:00
Douglas Adams was a visionary in sci-fi, comedy and activism, campaigning for endangered species and climate change long before his time. [S,AD]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
Arguably the greatest ever frontman, Freddie Mercury was a complete one-off. This is the Queen icon's story - told through the sale of his personal items at Sotheby's. [S]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:10
OperaGlass Works reinvents La Traviata as a film with a diverse cast, stunning dancers and a fresh, lively take on the classic opera. [S]
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 49) [S]
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 50) [S]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Father and Son: In early 20th-century London, shop owner Joe Saunders refuses to lend money to his son Sam, who is anxious to win over a showgirl. (S2, ep 36) [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
Indestructible Mr Weems: A lodge is selling cemetery plots, but nobody will buy one until the first person is buried there. The brothers turn to Mr Weems. (S2, ep 37) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 13:00
...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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
Cornwall: Jim and Nancy head to Cornwall in search of the red-billed chough. Local artists Flynn O'Reilly and Sarah Bell join them on their journey. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
Using Barry White's collection of songs, Charles dispels the idea that the orchestra is niche, showing us how it flourishes in plain sight. (3 of 6) [S]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
Harrison Ford: A look at the six-decade-long career of the Hollywood superstar whose roles in Star Wars, Indiana Jones and more have made him instantly recognisable. (S12, ep 1) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Pauline McLynn, David Rawle and Lethal Bizzle: Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell take the competition to Dublin where 21 artists hope to wow the judges. (3 of 6) [S]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
A Little Sleep: A bored rich girl goes up to her cabin in the mountains. Before the night is over, she'll wish desperately she had just gone home. (S2, ep 38) [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
The Dangerous People: Two men wait at a train station. A wailing siren periodically reminds them that there is an escapee on the loose. (S2, ep 39) [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:15
Author Colm Toibin explores the life and legacy of Irish painter Jack Butler Yeats, 150 years on from the artist's birth. Narrated by Pierce Brosnan. [S]
Wednesday 21:15 - 22:15
Kate Bryan explores the lives of the Guerrilla Girls, a group of art activists who haven't granted a film crew full access to their lives and work in over 30 years. [S]
Wednesday 22:15 - 23:30
Amid 80s glam, gothic artists reject materialism, delving into existence, transience, decay and disillusionment over superficiality. (S1, ep 5) [S]
Wednesday 23:30 - 01:00
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]
Thu Apr 16
Thursday 01:00 - 03:00
The death of the singer's beloved cat on his 50th birthday triggers a hilarious, yet moving journey as he sets out on a quest to discover what happened to the father he never knew. [S,AD]
Thursday 03:00 - 03:30
Nayha Ahmad meets real-life superhero Jess Thom AKA Touretteshero. Nicole Holliday checks out the UK Vogue scene. Plus, there's a performance from Emeli Sande. (1 of 5) [S]
Thursday 03:30 - 04:00
Remel London meets three ballet stars and talks diversity in the industry, before chatting with UK champion B-boy Karam Singh. Jords performs his hit single, Enemies. (2 of 5) [S]
Thursday 04:00 - 05:00
Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of Dancing Jumpers book club meet John Boyne, whilst being joined by a Lake District shepherd who discusses his bestseller. (6 of 6) [S]
Thursday 05:00 - 05:30
Melencolia I, by Albrecht Durer: Created in 1514 and widely regarded as the greatest print ever made, Durer's Melencolia has defied all attempts to understand it. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]
Thursday 05:30 - 06:00
Fountain by Marcel Duchamp: Voted the most influential artwork of the 20th century, Marcel Duchamp's upturned urinal changed the course of art - creating 'conceptual art'. (S3, ep 2) [S,AD]
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]
Thursday 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 51) [S]
Thursday 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 52) [S]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
A Little Sleep: A bored rich girl goes up to her cabin in the mountains. Before the night is over, she'll wish desperately she had just gone home. (S2, ep 38) [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
The Dangerous People: Two men wait at a train station. A wailing siren periodically reminds them that there is an escapee on the loose. (S2, ep 39) [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 13:00
In front of a packed-out Museum Square in Amsterdam in April 2013, Andre Rieu delivers a concert alongside his Johann Strauss Orchestra to cap an extraordinary event. [S]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. [S]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actress whose portfolio of magnificent work includes starring roles in Kramer vs. Kramer and Sophie's Choice. (S12, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Gavin Henson, Sue Tilley and Simon Weston: The final heat takes Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner to Wales where artists paint Gavin Henson, Sue Tilley and Simon Weston. (4 of 6) [S]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 19:00 - 19:30
The Glass Eye: Mesmerised by the actor's eye-catching physical appearance, an unmarried woman follows a ventriloquist and his dummy from performance to performance. (S3, ep 1) [S]
Thursday 19:30 - 20:00
Mail Order Prophet: Mail Clerk Ronald Grimes starts receiving letters from a mysterious Mr Christiani that paint a clear picture of the future. (S3, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor and star of classic films including A Tale of Two Cities and Lost Horizon. (S12, ep 11) [S]
Thursday 21:00 - 23:20
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]
Thursday 23:20 - 00:20
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose work includes Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf and The Graduate. (S6, ep 2) [S,AD]
Fri Apr 17
Friday 00:20 - 01:20
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]
Friday 01:20 - 03:20
Musical documentary chronicling the life of the iconic performer from childhood musical talent to worldwide fame, exploring influences, collaborations and relationships. (2024) [S,AD]
Friday 03:20 - 04:15
In a career that lasted only ten years, Vincent van Gogh painted one subject more than any other: himself. This is the story of Vincent told using eight of his self-portraits. [S]
Friday 04:15 - 05:05
David Lewis is Britain's greatest collector of Old Masters. Here he shows us his favourites on his walls at home. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Friday 05:05 - 05:30
The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch: One of the world's most popular pictures, The Garden of Earthly Delights is also one of the most mysterious. (S3, ep 3) [S,AD]
Friday 05:30 - 06:00
The Polish Rider by Rembrandt: He rides on a pure white horse, but who is he? Rembrandt's famous equestrian portrait has never been convincingly explained - until now. (S3, ep 4) [S,AD]
Friday 06:00 - 07:30
A night of unforgettable music and performance. Filmed live at the London Coliseum, Mozart's Women features performances from some of opera's brightest stars. [S]
Friday 07:30 - 08:00
In this art competition, amateur watercolour painters compete against the clock and each other to capture a scene in just four hours. (S2, ep 53) [S]
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 54) [S]
Friday 08:30 - 09:05
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]
Friday 09:05 - 09:40
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]
Friday 09:40 - 10:15
The Glass Eye: Mesmerised by the actor's eye-catching physical appearance, an unmarried woman follows a ventriloquist and his dummy from performance to performance. (S3, ep 1) [S]
Friday 10:15 - 10:45
Mail Order Prophet: Mail Clerk Ronald Grimes starts receiving letters from a mysterious Mr Christiani that paint a clear picture of the future. (S3, ep 2) [S]
Friday 10:45 - 12:30
Dutch violinist André Rieu brings his orchestra to an atmospheric Berlin amphitheatre, with musical favourites like Ravel's Bolero, Lara's Theme from Doctor Zhivago and Auld Lang Syne. [S]
Friday 12:30 - 13:00
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]
Friday 13:00 - 13:30
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]
Friday 13:30 - 16:00
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]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
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]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Sophie Dahl: The penultimate stage of the competition takes the four finalists to the French Capital. (5 of 6) [S]
Friday 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
The Perfect Crime: A lawyer, with blackmail in mind, meets with a famed detective to prove he convicted an innocent man. (S3, ep 3) [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
Heart of Gold: A convicted robber is released to the family of one of his cell mates, going against the better judgment of his parole officer. (S3, ep 4) [S]
Friday 20:00 - 21:00
1978 Revisited: Guy returns to 1978, where the punk revolution is still alive with bands like The Undertones and Sex Pistols. Features interviews with The Fall and Magazine. (S4, ep 1) [S]
Friday 21:00 - 23:00
Live At The Checkerboard Lounge. Filmed in 1981, The Rolling Stones join Muddy Waters to perform classic hits, including Mannish Boy and Baby Please Don't Go. [S]
Friday 23:00 - 00:15
A look at the creation and impact of the 1972 Rolling Stones album Exile on Main St. [S]
Sat Apr 18
Saturday 00:15 - 01:15
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]
Saturday 01:15 - 03:15
Highlights of the Isle of Wight Festival, which this year featured headline sets from Pulp, George Ezra, The Chemical Brothers and Robbie Williams. [S]
Saturday 03:15 - 04:25
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]
Saturday 04:25 - 05:35
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]
Saturday 05:35 - 06:00
Leading music critics reflect on the life and career of former Faces front man Rod Stewart, one of the best-selling artists of all time. [S]
Saturday 06:00 - 07:10
New. Follow dancers Friedemann Vogel, Polina Semionova, William Moore and Gesine Moog on their journey. All offering insights into their dance careers. [S]
Saturday 07:10 - 08:20
An in-depth look at the English National Ballet as it prepares to make history by becoming the first UK company in 60 years to perform on the Palais Garnier stage. [S]
Saturday 08:20 - 08:50
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]
Saturday 08:50 - 09:20
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]
Saturday 09:20 - 09:50
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]
Saturday 09:50 - 10:20
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]
Saturday 10:20 - 10:50
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]
Saturday 10:50 - 11:50
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]
Saturday 11:50 - 12:50
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]
Saturday 12:50 - 15:00
After her return from school in Paris, a playboy finally takes notice of his family's chauffeur's daughter, who has long had a crush on him. [S]
Saturday 15:00 - 16:00
A fascinating look at the life and career of Jack Nicholson, the Oscar-winning actor whose film credits include Easy Rider, The Shining, A Few Good Men and The Departed. (S9, ep 1) [S]
Saturday 16:00 - 17:00
New. Ian Fleming to James Bond: Ian Fleming's remarkable life, James Bond's effect on literature and film and Bond's influence on actual intelligence. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Saturday 17:00 - 18:25
Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Nick Mason, Richard Wright and others tell the story of the creative process of the album 'Wish You Were Here', released in September 1975. [S]
Saturday 18:25 - 21:00
In one of the most highly anticipated gigs ever, Cream reunite at the Royal Albert Hall - almost 40 years after their farewell concert on the same stage. [S]
Saturday 21:00 - 22:45
The story of five incredible years, 1963-1968, which saw The Yardbirds go from a relatively small-time suburban blues outfit to one of the most respected rock bands in history. [S]
Saturday 22:45 - 00:00
Uncover the story of singer-songwriter Buddy Holly's tragically short life and career, with interviews from those closest to him painting a picture of a man who changed music. [S]
Sun Apr 19
Sunday 00:00 - 03:00
Hank Marvin, Bruce Welch and Brian Bennett are reunited for The Shadows' final tour in 2004, treating crowds to a medley of their greatest hits, including Apache, Living Doll and FBI. [S]
Sunday 03:00 - 04:10
Boy George, Steve Norman and sleeve art legend Storm Thorgerson discuss how pioneering album art has helped to define British bands including Pink Floyd and the Sex Pistols. (3 of 4) [S,AD]
Sunday 04:10 - 05:10
The Who give a first-hand insight into the making of their 20th century masterpiece, Who's Next, as well as discussing its far-reaching influence. [S]
Sunday 05:10 - 05:35
Music experts discuss the legacy of 1970s brother and sister pop duo the Carpenters, who sang such hits as (They Long to Be) Close to You and We've Only Just Begun. (S5, ep 8) [S]
Sunday 05:35 - 06:00
A look at the rise of The Beach Boys, the iconic rock/pop group who rose to stardom with their happy, fun-loving songs that were filled with beautiful harmonies. (S5, ep 9) [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 08:30
At the Vienna State Opera, Claus Guth stages Puccini's last opera as a chamber drama of timeless topicality, with audience favourite Jonas Kaufmann in the leading role. [S]
Sunday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Sunday 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]
Sunday 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]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
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]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00
Annabel: A disturbed man's alternate identity snares others into a perilous web, turning his personal dream world into a nightmare for all. (S1, ep 7) [S]
Sunday 12:00 - 13:00
House Guest: The life of a young boy is saved by a recently discharged vet, who is invited into the grateful parents' home - but he soon becomes an unwelcome guest. (S1, ep 8) [S]
Sunday 13:00 - 15:30
Sheryl Crow is at the top of her form and is backed by an outstanding band, combined with simple but elegant staging and atmospheric lighting. [S]
Sunday 15:30 - 17:40
Tina Turner adorned the stage of the Olympic Stadium in Barcelona in 1990, delivering a performance that included hits What's Love Got to Do With It and Proud Mary. [S]
Sunday 17:40 - 19:00
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]
Sunday 19:00 - 20:00
New. Ian Fleming to James Bond: Ian Fleming's remarkable life, James Bond's effect on literature and film and Bond's influence on actual intelligence. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sunday 20:00 - 22:00
The story of the iconic trio and the triumphs and hurdles of their career, with insight from many musicians including oldest brother Barry. [S]
Sunday 22:00 - 23:30
...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]
Sunday 23:30 - 00:30
New. Prepare to be blown away by performances from Opry member Lainey Wilson, Carlene Carter, John Carter and Ana Cristina Cash and The Gatlin Brothers. [S]
Mon Apr 20
Monday 00:30 - 01:30
A stunning set from Johnny Cash at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring exhilarating performances of all-time classics and special guests. [S]