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Mon Jan 19
Yuja x Hockney at Lightroom London

Today 02:25 - 03:45

At the Lightroom in London, pianist Yuja Wang offers an extraordinary recital at the heart of the immersive exhibition devoted to David Hockney. [S]

The Great Songwriters

Today 03:45 - 04:45

Kenny Loggins: The man known as "The King of the Movie Soundtrack" discusses the art of songwriting and performs some of hits, including Footloose and What a Fool Believes. (S4, ep 6) [S]

Don McLean: Classic Albums

Today 04:45 - 06:00

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

LSO: Pappano Conducts Ravel, Say & Rachmaninoff

Today 06:00 - 07:35

A Dance to the Music of Time features Ravel, Say and Rachmaninoff, with haunting waltzes, ghostly tales and passionate melodies. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Today 07:35 - 08:05

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

The Joy Of Painting

Today 08:05 - 08:35

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

The Joy Of Painting

Today 08:35 - 09:05

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 09:05 - 09:35

Woman's Help: Henpecked Arthur decides to get rid of his demanding wife once and for all, so long as he gets her money. Unfortunately, his wife has a few secrets of her own... (S4, ep 5) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 09:35 - 10:00

Shatterproof: Ellen is trapped in a loveless marriage with her wealthy husband. But her plan to kill him backfires when the hitman she hires becomes friendly with the target. (S4, ep 6) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 10:00 - 10:30

Little Man Who Was There: A little man enters a mining town and challenges two miners to a contest with surprising results. With Read Morgan and Arch Johnson. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 10:30 - 11:00

Mother, May I Go Out to Swim?: A mama's boy, played by William Shatner, is afraid to tell his mother about his wedding plans. [S]

Robert Aldrich: The Directors

Today 11:00 - 12:00

A glimpse into the life and career of the filmmaker whose portfolio of work includes Vera Cruz, The Big Knife, The Dirty Dozen and The Longest Yard. (S5, ep 10) [S]

Discovering: Ryan Gosling

Today 12:00 - 13:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 13:00 - 13:30

Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 13:30 - 14:00

Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Today 14:00 - 15:00

Dan Pearson, Lowther Castle, Cumbria: Challenged to build a garden within the ruins of Lowther Castle, Dan Pearson looked to the gardens of Ninfa near Rome for inspiration. (1 of 6) [S]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Today 15:00 - 16:00

Derwentwater: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 1) [S,AD]

Spike Lee: The Directors

Today 16:00 - 17:00

The story of Academy Award-winning director Spike Lee, who wowed audiences with gripping films like Malcolm X, Inside Man and BlacKkKlansman. (S6, ep 1) [S,AD]

Discovering: Sir John Mills

Today 17:00 - 18:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:00 - 18:30

Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:30 - 19:00

Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 19:00 - 19:30

The Cuckoo Clock: A woman in an isolated cabin encounters a stranger she believes is an escaped mental patient. Beatrice Straight and Fay Spain star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 19:30 - 20:00

Forty Detectives Later: A man's search for his wife's murderer leads to a confrontation. With George Mitchell, James Franciscus and Jack Weston. [S]

Andre Rieu & The Dutch Royal Family

Today 20:00 - 22:00

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]

Classic FM Live: 25th Anniversary Concert

Today 22:00 - 00:00

A classical extravaganza at the Royal Albert Hall, featuring 'Nessun dorma', 'Zadok the Priest' and 'Jerusalem', plus a host of star artists. [S]

Tue Jan 20
Cirque Du Soleil: Volta

Tomorrow 00:00 - 02:00

In a captivating voyage that captures the very essence of adventure, this story of transformation unfolds through a combination of acrobatics in a visually striking world. [S]

B.B.King: Live In Concert At The Royal Albert Hall

Tomorrow 02:00 - 03:45

Aged 85, The King of the Blues is joined by guests Mick Hucknall, Slash and Ronnie Wood for his last concert on British soil. [S]

Lenny Henry's Got The Blues

Tomorrow 03:45 - 04:45

Lenny Henry talks to a host of musical stars as he sets out to discover why the UK has struggled to produce a successful black blues singer of international fame. (1 of 3) [S,AD]

National Treasures - The Art Of Collecting

Tomorrow 04:45 - 05:45

In Venice we explore the late Francesco Carraro's remarkable collection of Venetian glass, which includes works by the much-lauded Carlo Scarpa. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]

Opera North's Resonance

Tomorrow 05:45 - 06:00

Aya Eban: Created by NikNak, Randy Duburke and Peta-Gaye Brown, follow a character stuck in a hectic city without peace - until their ancestors help them discover their power. (2 of 3) [S]

Notre-Dame: The Renaissance

Tomorrow 06:00 - 07:40

Over five years following the devastating fire, France's renowned Notre-Dame de Paris has once again opened its doors, marked by a glamorous concert to honour its restoration. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 07:40 - 08:10

Secluded Lake: With brush in hand, Bob sets off on a summertime nature walk and uncovers the beauty of leafy trees and pond. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 08:10 - 08:40

Evergreens at Sunset: Using a different techniques, Bob creates a spellbinding scene. Watch the sun drop below the horizon, just behind the shadow of trees. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 08:40 - 09:10

Mountain Cabin: To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance. (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:10 - 09:35

Sound Machine: Klausner is a botanist who has invented a machine that can translate the sounds of trees and plants into intelligible speech, but he is shocked by what he hears. (S4, ep 7) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:35 - 10:00

Never Speak Ill of the Dead: David is accused of murder when his wife Irene vanishes. Her promiscuous lifestyle made her the talk of the town, but the gossip has escalated. (S4, ep 8) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

The Hero: Aboard a ship bound for South Africa, a businessman meets a partner he left for dead. Starring Eric Portman and Oscar Homolka. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

Insomnia: An insomniac, played by Dennis Weaver, visits a psychiatrist to find the root of his problem. James Millhollin and John S Ragin also star. [S]

Spike Lee: The Directors

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

The story of Academy Award-winning director Spike Lee, who wowed audiences with gripping films like Malcolm X, Inside Man and BlacKkKlansman. (S6, ep 1) [S,AD]

Discovering: Sir John Mills

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00

Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00

Arabella Lennox-Boyd, Gresgarth Hall, Lancashire: Arabella Lennox-Boyd is the doyenne of garden designers. At Gresgarth Hall, she has been laying out a garden for 40 years. (2 of 6) [S]

Skinner & Mina's Literary Road Trip

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

Pope & Swift. Frank and Denise discover how Pope became the poet of the age and find out how Swift's insightful political satire turned him into an Irish hero. (2 of 3) [S,AD]

Mike Nichols: The Directors

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

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]

Discovering: Michelle Yeoh

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

I Can Take Care of Myself: A piano player's life is in danger after he accosts a gangster for hitting on a beautiful singer. Myron McCormick and Frankie Darro star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00

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

The World In A Painting: Caravaggio's Comb

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:15

With details from Caravaggio's painting, explore the history of ivory trade routes from Africa and the Arctic to 16th-century Europe. [S]

Irvine Welsh: Reality Is Not Enough

Tomorrow 21:15 - 23:00

A dynamic portrait of the writer. Explore his creative journey, offering insight into the controversial author's multifaceted world. Strong language and drug use. [S]

Miyazaki: Spirit Of Nature

Tomorrow 23:00 - 01:00

Discover the life of Miyazaki as well as a profoundly ecological body of work that questions our relationship with the natural world and creatures. [S,AD]

Wed Jan 21
Celebrity Special: Landscape Artist Of The Year

Wednesday 01:00 - 02:00

Artists take to the town of Whitstable as six celebrities including Jordan Stephens and Rose Matafeo submit their own entries. (S7, ep 9) [S]

New: Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00

New. St James' Park: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year: Year

Wednesday 03:00 - 04:00

The Exhibition 2025. New. Take a trip down memory lane with a look at this exhibition celebrating some of the finest art to have come out of Sky Arts' Portrait Artist Of The Year. [S,AD]

Lenny Henry's Got The Blues

Wednesday 04:00 - 05:00

Lenny Henry continues his tribute to the blues by meeting the likes of Jools Holland and Ruby Turner, who offer their perspective on how the genre has evolved in the UK. (2 of 3) [S,AD]

National Treasures - The Art Of Collecting

Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00

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]

Classic FM Live: 25th Anniversary Concert

Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00

A classical extravaganza at the Royal Albert Hall, featuring 'Nessun dorma', 'Zadok the Priest' and 'Jerusalem', plus a host of star artists. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

Portrait of Sally: Visiting artist Ben Stahl uses a more traditional painting method to bring out the pure innocence of a little girl. (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00

Misty Waterfall: Bob helps a timid little stream find its way to a delightful waterfall, while gazing upon a forest of elegant trees. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

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

Mike Nichols: The Directors

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

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]

Discovering: Michelle Yeoh

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

Tom Stuart-Smith, Hepworth Wakefield Gallery Garden: The award-winning Tom Stuart Smith is a garden extraordinaire, but his latest task could pose the greatest challenge. (3 of 6) [S]

Skinner & Mina's Literary Road Trip

Wednesday 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]

Ron Howard: The Directors

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

A deep dive into the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose work includes A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon and Apollo 13. (S6, ep 3) [S,AD]

Discovering: Kevin Bacon

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

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]

New: Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00

New. St James' Park: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]

Riverdance: 25th Anniversary Show

Wednesday 21:00 - 23:00

Stirring reinvention of the show, celebrated the world over for its award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. [S]

Blue Road: The Edna O'Brien Story

Wednesday 23:00 - 01:00

Edna O'Brien, 93, reflects on her life, novels and love through journals read by Jessie Buckley, with insight from writers like Gabriel Byrne. [S]

Thu Jan 22
Wuthering Heights: Love, Hate and Vengeance

Thursday 01:00 - 02:15

Narrating the doomed romance of Heathcliff and Catherine, the story contains a powerful critique of British society, denouncing its oppressive system. [S,AD]

A Sudden Glimpse To Deeper Things

Thursday 02:15 - 04:00

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

Lenny Henry's Got The Blues

Thursday 04:00 - 05:00

The concluding instalment of Lenny Henry's exploration of blues music sees him perform on stage alongside Lulu, Laura Mvula and Mica Paris at a special charity gig. (3 of 3) [S,AD]

National Treasures - The Art Of Collecting

Thursday 05:00 - 06:00

Art collector Frank Cohen gives a tour of his warehouse, which houses works by Georg Baselitz, Frank Auerbach, LS Lowry, Edward Burra and Patrick Heron. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]

Darbar Festival 2025

Thursday 06:00 - 07:00

Darbar Festival 2025 20th Anniversary: Discover the beauty of ragas and talas, unwind with wellbeing sessions and immerse yourself in the meditative power of Indian music. (S1, ep 1) [S]

Darbar Festival 2025

Thursday 07:00 - 08:20

India's Vanishing Voice: A documentary tracing the life of Ustad F. Wasifuddin Dagar, the last great torchbearer of the fabled Dagarvani tradition of Dhrupad singing. (S1, ep 1) [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:20 - 08:55

Barn at Sunset: Bob paints an expansive barn appearing half-covered in a snowy setting of frostbitten foliage and sun-kissed sky. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 08:55 - 09:30

Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:30 - 10:00

Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

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

Ron Howard: The Directors

Thursday 11:00 - 12:00

A deep dive into the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose work includes A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon and Apollo 13. (S6, ep 3) [S,AD]

Discovering: Kevin Bacon

Thursday 12:00 - 13:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:30 - 14:00

Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]

The Art Of The Garden

Thursday 14:00 - 15:00

Tania Compton, Fonthill House, Wiltshire: Remodelled by designer Tania Compton, Fonthill is transformed with the modern touch, keeping in line with its 16th-century roots. (4 of 6) [S]

D.H. Lawrence: Sex, Exile And Greatness

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

Documentary exploring the life and work of the novelist, poet, social critic and self-proclaimed 'outsider', who was often persecuted for his explicit subject matter. [S]

William Friedkin: The Directors

Thursday 16:00 - 17:00

The life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, known for his 1973 horror film The Exorcist and his action-thriller The French Connection. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]

Discovering: Octavia Spencer

Thursday 17:00 - 18:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

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]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Thursday 19:00 - 20:00

New. St James' Park: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]

Discovering: Harrison Ford

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

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]

Roustabout

Thursday 21:00 - 23:00

After a singer loses his job at a coffee shop, he finds employment at a struggling carnival, but his attempted romance with a teenager leads to friction with her father. [S]

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Thursday 23:00 - 01:00

Strange Journey. A London theatre play evolves into a groundbreaking cult phenomenon, featuring iconic songs and performances that celebrate individuality. 2025. [S]

Fri Jan 23
Sergio Leone: The Directors

Friday 01:00 - 02:00

Explore the life of the highly influential director credited as the inventor of the Italian Western genre. His films include Once Upon a Time In America. (S3, ep 10) [S]

Punchdrunk: Behind The Mask

Friday 02:00 - 03:00

Documentary telling the story of PUNCHDRUNK, the pioneering and hugely secretive theatre company whose productions have reinvented an art form and changed the rules of theatre. [S,AD]

Science Fiction In The Atomic Age

Friday 03:00 - 04:00

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]

Sky Arts Book Club

Friday 04:00 - 05:00

Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as authors Natasha Brown and Marian Keyes discuss their latest books with Angie Greaves' Book Club. Plus, special guest Bernardine Evaristo. (1 of 6) [S]

National Treasures - The Art Of Collecting

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

A look at six watches from a vast collection spanning 300 years, including a watch made in London the year before the Great Fire. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]

Andre Rieu & The Dutch Royal Family

Friday 06:00 - 08:00

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]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:00 - 08:30

Mountain Splendor: Under a bright sky, mountains are highlighted with sienna and white as foreground foliage is brought to life with a round brush. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:30 - 09:00

Lake by the Mountain: Talented guest painter Steve Ross displays how to create a mirror-like lake spanning the width of snowy peaks and foothills. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:30 - 10:00

Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

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

William Friedkin: The Directors

Friday 11:00 - 12:00

The life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, known for his 1973 horror film The Exorcist and his action-thriller The French Connection. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]

Discovering: Octavia Spencer

Friday 12:00 - 13:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:30 - 14:00

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]

The Art Of The Garden

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

Cleve West, Horatio's Garden, Salisbury: As part of a project to install gardens at NHS centres, Chelsea Gold winner Cleve West began at Salisbury District Hospital. (5 of 6) [S]

Laurie Lee: The Lost Interview

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

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

Kathryn Bigelow: The Directors

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and career of the director of Zero Dark Thirty and The Hurt Locker, the latter of which she won the Oscar for Best Director. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]

Discovering: Fredric March

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star, known for his roles in Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, The Best Years of Our Lives and A Star is Born. (S16, ep 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

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]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Friday 20:00 - 21:00

1985 Revisited: Circle back to 1985 for another dive into the vaults, with fascinating interviews and brilliant performances from Bangles, The Associates and more. (S5, ep 3) [S]

Jeff Beck: Live At Ronnie Scott's

Friday 21:00 - 23:00

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]

Eric Clapton: Concert By the Lake - Band Du Lac

Friday 23:00 - 01:30

Eric Clapton and an all-star line-up of guests - including Ringo Starr, Roger Taylor and Katie Melua - put on a show at Surrey's Wintershall Estate in 2005. [S]

Sat Jan 24
Buddy Guy: Live The Real Deal

Saturday 01:30 - 02:45

Solid performance by Buddy, recorded at his own club in downtown Chicago. He's backed by the great piano player Johnnie Johnson and the Saturday Night Live Band. [S]

Women Who Rock

Saturday 02:45 - 04:00

Truth: With a helping hand from the likes of Mavis Staples, Janis Joplin and Chaka Khan, take a trip to the 1950s and 60s and the roots of rock and roll. (1 of 4) [S,AD]

ABC: Greatest Albums Live

Saturday 04:00 - 05:00

ABC: Accompanied by the Southbank Sinfonia at the London Palladium, pop band ABC perform and discuss The Lexicon of Love, one of the 1980s' most successful debut albums. (S1, ep 3) [S]

National Treasures - The Art Of Collecting

Saturday 05:00 - 06:00

In Venice we see both the art collection and jewels of Attilio Codognato, who has made pieces for everyone from Elizabeth Taylor to the Duchess of Windsor. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake

Saturday 06:00 - 08:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:30 - 09:00

Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:00 - 09:30

Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:00 - 10:30

Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00

There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 11:00 - 12:00

Death of a Cop: A remorseful detective vows to find the men who murdered his son, who followed in his footsteps and also became a cop. (S1, ep 31) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Saturday 12:00 - 13:00

A patient at a mental hospital kills the head doctor and takes over, replacing the staff with fellow patients. (S2, ep 1) [S]

Agatha Christie's Sparkling Cyanide

Saturday 13:00 - 14:50

New. A woman is found dead after being poisoned in a nightclub in London. Colonel Geoffrey Reese and Dr Kate Kendall are called to solve the mystery. (2003) [S]

The Music Of Buddy Holly & The Crickets

Saturday 14:50 - 16:45

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

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Saturday 16:45 - 17:45

New. St James' Park: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Beach Boys: Endless Harmony

Saturday 17:45 - 20:00

With contributions from members of the band, hear the definitive story of the Beach Boys - one of the most successful bands ever who went toe to toe with the Beatles. [S]

Simon & Garfunkel: Old Friends Live on Stage

Saturday 20:00 - 22:25

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

For A Few Dollars More

Saturday 22:25 - 00:55

Two bounty killers with similar intentions but different motivations team up to take down a psychotic Mexican outlaw before he and his gang can carry out an audacious bank robbery. (1965) [S]

Sun Jan 25
Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends

Sunday 00:55 - 01:50

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]

Isle Of Wight Festival: 2025

Sunday 01:50 - 03:55

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

Discovering: The Cure

Sunday 03:55 - 04:50

A fascinating look at English rock band The Cure. Led by the inimitable Robert Smith, they are one of the most influential new wave bands in history. (S5, ep 16) [S]

Black Sabbath: Classic Albums

Sunday 04:50 - 06:00

The story behind the writing, recording and success of Black Sabbath's second album, Paranoid, one of the most influential albums of the heavy metal genre. [S]

My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert

Sunday 06:00 - 08:30

A 40-piece orchestra takes to Theatre Royal Drury Lane, celebrating the partnership of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:30 - 09:00

Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:00 - 09:30

Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 11:00 - 12:00

A Nice Touch: A successful Hollywood actor convinces his lover to kill her abusive husband, then makes a phone call. (S2, ep 2) [S]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Sunday 12:00 - 13:00

New. St James' Park: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]

Roustabout

Sunday 13:00 - 15:00

After a singer loses his job at a coffee shop, he finds employment at a struggling carnival, but his attempted romance with a teenager leads to friction with her father. [S]

Michael Flatley Lord Of The Dance

Sunday 15:00 - 16:45

Dangerous Games. Choreographed by Michael Flatley, 40 of the world's most talented performers combine the best of traditional and contemporary music and dance. [S]

Ray Charles: Live At Montreux

Sunday 16:45 - 18:15

Ray Charles thrills audiences with his unique mix of rock, R&B and soul at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1997. [S]

Robert Burns: No Holds Bard

Sunday 18:15 - 19:15

Witty documentary exploring the life and legacy of Robert Burns, with literary enthusiasts and celebrity fans sharing their thoughts on the work of the celebrated Scottish poet. [S]

Clint Eastwood: A Life In Film

Sunday 19:15 - 21:00

Clint Eastwood, the actor and Academy Award-winning director of films including Unforgiven and Million Dollar Baby, talks candidly about his extraordinary life and career. [S]

New: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

Sunday 21:00 - 00:20

A bounty-hunting scam joins two men in an uneasy alliance against a third in a race to find a fortune in gold buried in a remote cemetery. Clint Eastwood's sprawling Western epic. (1966) [S]

Mon Jan 26
Gloria Gaynor: I Will Survive

Monday 00:20 - 02:30

Discover the story of a Disco legend who, for five decades, has inspired millions with her words I Will Survive, but only understood the lyrics when she hit rock bottom herself. [S]

Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends

Monday 02:30 - 03:30

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]

Isle of Wight Festival 2025

Monday 03:30 - 04:45

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

Carly Simon: Classic Albums

Monday 04:45 - 06:00

Carly Simon reveals the challenges behind No Secrets - the classic album that made her a global star and included the enigmatic song You're So Vain. [S]

Riverdance: 25th Anniversary Show

Monday 06:00 - 08:00

Stirring reinvention of the show, celebrated the world over for its award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

Mountain Glory: Bob reveals the secret to creating a larger-than-life landscape, with layers of mountains as far as the eye can see. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:30 - 09:00

Grey Winter: Bob uses monochromatic tones to convey the icy coldness of a silvery lake surrounded by lacy trees and bushes. (S7, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:30 - 10:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

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

Kathryn Bigelow: The Directors

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

A look at the life and career of the director of Zero Dark Thirty and The Hurt Locker, the latter of which she won the Oscar for Best Director. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]

Discovering: Fredric March

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star, known for his roles in Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, The Best Years of Our Lives and A Star is Born. (S16, ep 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:30 - 14:00

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]

The Art Of The Garden

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

James Alexander-Sinclair, Northamptonshire Garden: Two projects separated by a few miles, James' touch sums up two types of work that land on the desks of garden designers. (6 of 6) [S]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

New. St James' Park: More hopefuls go head-to-head in a variety of locations, as they look to wow the judges and be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]

Quentin Tarantino: The Directors

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life of one of Hollywood's most successful directors, whose long list of hit films include Pulp Fiction and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]

Discovering: Russell Crowe

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Gladiator, A Beautiful Mind, Les Misérables and Robin Hood. (S16, ep 10) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

The Five-Forty-Eight: A mentally unstable secretary catches up to her cruel ex-boss and makes him listen to what she has to say, at gunpoint. Phyllis Thaxter and Zachary Scott star. [S]

Andre Rieu: Happy Days Are Here Again

Monday 20:00 - 23:00

André Rieu performs from his hometown of Maastricht once more, delivering his brand-new summer concert punctuated by feel-good classics and joyous waltzes. [S]

Mozart's Women: A Musical Journey

Monday 23:00 - 00:30

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]