Today 02:40 - 04:10
Imelda May explores the legacy of Susan and Elizabeth Yeats, two sisters who played a significant role in the revival of Irish literature in the 1920s. [S,AD]
36: Sky Arts
Wed Jul 15
Today 04:10 - 05:05
The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (2 of 3) [S]
Today 05:05 - 06:00
The Railway Children: The book by legendary children's author E. Nesbit, it is a cinematic rite of passage that makes us remember the mysteries of childhood. (S4, ep 5) [S]
Today 06:00 - 08:00
Sir Antonio Pappano inaugurates a new era for the London Symphony Orchestra. This opening night of the new season welcomes Norwegian violinist Vilde Frang. [S]
Today 08:00 - 08:30
Ocean Breeze: Bob shifts to a vertical canvas to create a scene with fluffy clouds, overlooking a seascape of crashing waves and churning foam on a shore of jagged rocks. (S10, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
Autumn Woods: Bob creates a vertical explosion of colour with blazing orange, gold trees and a ridge of magnificent mountain peaks. (S10, ep 6) [S,AD]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
Summer Shade: A mother and father think their lonely daughter may need an evil spirit expelled from her after she appears to make up a girlfriend with a dark ancestry. [S]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
A Crime for Mothers: A woman struggling with alcoholism attempts to reclaim her estranged daughter, who has been raised by another family. [S]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
A profile of American actress Jean Harlow, who rose to fame as a sex symbol and starred in several films with Clark Gable in the 1930s before her untimely death aged 26. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
New. Escape From New York (1981): In the dystopian future of Escape from New York, the island of Manhattan has been turned into a maximum-security prison. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Today 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]
Today 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]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
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]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
An intimate look at the life and career of Academy Award-winning actor Lee Marvin, who starred in movies including Cat Ballou, The Professionals and The Dirty Dozen. (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
1982 Revisited: Guy takes a trip back to 1982, when the US is set for a Second British Invasion. Features a rare Bryan Ferry interview and performances from Squeeze and XTC. (S4, ep 2) [S]
Today 17:00 - 18:00
Kwame Kwei-Armah, Dame Katherine Grainger, Fred Sirieix: Nine artists must paint one of this week's celebrity sitters in a bid to impress the judges. (S7, ep 8) [S]
Today 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]
Today 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]
Today 19:00 - 19:30
The Last Escape: Joe Ferlini is an escape artist who performs in nightclubs. He claims to break free from straight jackets faster than anyone, but wants to make a bigger splash. [S]
Today 19:30 - 20:00
The Greatest Monster of Them All: A has-been actor hopes his latest horror movie marks a great comeback. But he's the one left horrified when he sees the final product. [S]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
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]
Today 21:00 - 22:00
The Next Generation. Mosaic Making: In this Masterclass, mosaic experts Paul Siggins, Jermaine McLeod, Jessie Ridler, and Dani Bello explore the art of mosaics. (S3, ep 3) [S,AD]
Today 22:00 - 23:00
Video Killed the Radio Star: MTV marked the dawn of the music video's heyday and Michael Jackson took it to a new level by creating groundbreaking short films. [S,AD]
Today 23:00 - 00:00
Former band members of The Doors discuss their self-titled debut album, which featured The End and Light My Fire, and the lyrical genius of Jim Morrison. [S]
Thu Jul 16
Tomorrow 00:00 - 02:10
This pioneering rock music documentary combines US TV footage, television appearances, production crew and fan-shot footage of rock legends The Who. [S]
Tomorrow 02:10 - 03:50
A lawyer concerned by Dr Jekyll's behaviour works to find the identity of the dangerous Mr Hyde. The National Theatre of Scotland's retelling of the gothic tale. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 03:50 - 04:00
Stratford East: A Sky Arts bursary enabled Stratford East to create the Artistic Associates Bursary, offering creatives the chance of paid work at the theatre. [S]
Tomorrow 04:00 - 05:00
The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (3 of 3) [S]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00
New. Escape From New York (1981): In the dystopian future of Escape from New York, the island of Manhattan has been turned into a maximum-security prison. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:15
Finding 15: Artist JulianKnxx and soul musician THABO come together in a powerful evocation of Bantutronic philosophy, exploring Bantu culture of the past and the future. (1 of 3) [S]
Tomorrow 06:15 - 06:30
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]
Tomorrow 06:30 - 08:00
Pete Townshend, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and guest stars, including Alfie Boe, put a classical spin on The Who's 1973 rock opera, Quadrophenia. From the Royal Albert Hall. [S]
Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30
Winter Solitude: Bob taps his brushes to make subtle hills, sleeping grasses and leafless trees - a delicate view of polar beauty. (S10, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
Golden Sunset: Bob paints a wintry scene, featuring a frozen pond and snowdrifts with a warm, rich sky and autumn foliage. (S10, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
The Last Escape: Joe Ferlini is an escape artist who performs in nightclubs. He claims to break free from straight jackets faster than anyone, but wants to make a bigger splash. [S]
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
The Greatest Monster of Them All: A has-been actor hopes his latest horror movie marks a great comeback. But he's the one left horrified when he sees the final product. [S]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
An intimate look at the life and career of Academy Award-winning actor Lee Marvin, who starred in movies including Cat Ballou, The Professionals and The Dirty Dozen. (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
A look at the vivid '40s adaptation of the Dickens classic about a poor young orphan who becomes a gentleman of means thanks to a mysterious benefactor. (S5, ep 1) [S]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30
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]
Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00
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]
Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00
The Black Curtain: A mugging jogs the memory of an amnesiac, who remembers he is being sought for murder. (S1, ep 9) [S]
Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00
A look at the life and career of Oscar-winning Mexican-American actor Anthony Quinn, who starred in movies such as Viva Zapata!, Lust for Life and Zorba the Greek. (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00
1984 Revisited: Guy revisits 1984, a year which sees Frankie Goes To Hollywood and Tom Robinson release war-themed songs. The Pogues, meanwhile, make an early TV appearance. (S4, ep 3) [S]
Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00
Bernardine Evaristo. The semi-final kicks off at Battersea Art Centre, where the artists gear up to paint the award-winning novelist. (S7, ep 9) [S]
Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30
The Dirty Detail: Vietnam veteran Fred Pearson is a broken man after years of punishment from his sergeant. But years later, he gets his chance for revenge. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00
The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30
The Throwback: A wily old man gets the better of a younger gentleman when they go head-to-head in their pursuit of a young lady. Cyril Hardeen stars. [S]
Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00
The Kiss-Off: After spending six years in prison for a robbery he didn't commit, a man decides to get even. Rip Torn stars. [S]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00
A glimpse into the life and six-decade long career of Sir Ian McKellen, star of Richard III and X-Men, who has won many awards for his vast work in film. (S13, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:45
Behind-the-scenes documentary shedding new light on the exciting and turbulent private lives of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy and the genuine friendship between them. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 22:45 - 23:45
From Harold Lloyd to Laurel and Hardy, this is the story of how legendary producer Hal Roach brought Hollywood's greatest comic icons to our screens. [S]
Tomorrow 23:45 - 00:45
An intriguing look into the life and career of Academy Award-winning film director Sidney Lumet. (S3, ep 2) [S]
Fri Jul 17
Friday 00:45 - 01:45
In a tell-all interview with the award-winning jazz, pop and classical singer Dame Cleo Laine, immerse yourself in stories of her past and previously unseen footage. [S,AD]
Friday 01:45 - 02:45
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]
Friday 02:45 - 04:00
Jake Chapman explores a mind-bending vision of the world that few can see. Are we, capitalism and technology already one and the same - accelerating towards an inevitable climax? [S]
Friday 04:00 - 05:00
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]
Friday 05:00 - 06:00
A look at the vivid '40s adaptation of the Dickens classic about a poor young orphan who becomes a gentleman of means thanks to a mysterious benefactor. (S5, ep 1) [S]
Friday 06:00 - 08:00
Discover the results of the world's biggest poll of classical music tastes for 2023. Recorded 16th October 2023. [S]
Friday 08:00 - 08:30
Mountain Oval: Guest painter Steve Ross creates an oval landscape, featuring blue skies, a frosty mountain, fresh foothills and glistening lake. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]
Friday 08:30 - 09:00
Ocean Sunset: Bob paints a breathtaking seascape with a sunset sky and cascading waves, which combine to create a spectacular beach reflection. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]
Friday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Friday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Friday 10:00 - 10:30
The Throwback: A wily old man gets the better of a younger gentleman when they go head-to-head in their pursuit of a young lady. Cyril Hardeen stars. [S]
Friday 10:30 - 11:00
The Kiss-Off: After spending six years in prison for a robbery he didn't commit, a man decides to get even. Rip Torn stars. [S]
Friday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of Oscar-winning Mexican-American actor Anthony Quinn, who starred in movies such as Viva Zapata!, Lust for Life and Zorba the Greek. (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]
Friday 12:00 - 13:00
New. A look at one of Robert Downey Jr's career-defining performances in the 1992 hit from Richard Attenborough co-starring Anthony Hopkins. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Friday 13:00 - 13:30
The Dirty Detail: Vietnam veteran Fred Pearson is a broken man after years of punishment from his sergeant. But years later, he gets his chance for revenge. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]
Friday 13:30 - 14:00
The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]
Friday 14:00 - 15:00
Day of Reckoning: After a couple's drunken argument in the middle of a yacht party takes a tragic turn, collective motives yield unexpected results. (S1, ep 10) [S]
Friday 15:00 - 16:00
A fascinating look at the life and career of actress and dancer Joan Crawford, who won an Academy Award for her role in the 1945 film Mildred Pierce. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
1987 Revisited: Guy revisits 1987, when performances from The Smiths and The Cure set The Tube alight. The Roxy later welcomes the likes of The Fall and The Housemartins. (S4, ep 4) [S]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Eddie Izzard. Just three artists remain, and they have four hours to create a portrait of the renowned actor. (S7, ep 10) [S]
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
The Horse Player: Father Amion discovers that the large amounts of money turning up on the collection plate come from a grateful horse player who has hit a winning streak. [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
Incident in a Small Jail: A suspected serial killer is put in a jail house with a salesman, while a lynch mob waits outside. [S]
Friday 20:00 - 21:00
1983 Revisited: Guy Garvey dives into the deep pop pockets of 1983, with exclusive interviews and epic performances from U2, R.E.M, The Police and more. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Friday 21:00 - 23:45
Across two unforgettable nights in the summer of 2023, blur perform in front of over 150,000 fans at Wembley Stadium. [S]
Friday 23:45 - 01:45
Feature-length documentary charting the extraordinary and emotional return of blur in the run-up to their sold-out Wembley appearance in 2023. [S]
Sat Jul 18
Saturday 01:45 - 03:00
A very special concert film from the iconic outfit themselves Oasis, as the duo performed at Black Island Studio. [S]
Saturday 03:00 - 04:00
Nevermind: Surviving band members Krist Novoselic and Dave Grohl discuss the creation of their seminal album that defined a genre, and the legacy of Kurt Cobain. [S,AD]
Saturday 04:00 - 05:00
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]
Saturday 05:00 - 06:00
New. A look at one of Robert Downey Jr's career-defining performances in the 1992 hit from Richard Attenborough co-starring Anthony Hopkins. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Saturday 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]
Saturday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Saturday 09:00 - 09:30
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]
Saturday 09:30 - 10:00
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]
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
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]
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Saturday 11:00 - 12:00
Ten Minutes From Now: An unsuccessful artist accused of bomb threats devises a scheme to steal artworks. (S2, ep 26) [S]
Saturday 12:00 - 13:00
The Sign of Satan: When a studio wants Karl for their next horror film, he reveals his audition film was actually footage of a real black mass with devil worshipers. (S2, ep 27) [S]
Saturday 13:00 - 14:00
New. Kelsea Ballerini. Kameron Marlowe, 49 Winchester, Ashley Cooke: Country music stars step onto the wooden circle at Opry House in Nashville to deliver unforgettable live performances. [S]
Saturday 14:00 - 15:00
A look at the life and career of screen icon Al Pacino, who shot to fame in mafia masterpiece The Godfather, before starring in Serpico, Scarface and Scent of a Woman. (S10, ep 1) [S,AD]
Saturday 15:00 - 17:15
Set in 19th-century Paris, despondent artist Toulouse-Lautrec, frustrated by his disability, seeks solace in the drink, dance and distractions at the infamous Moulin Rouge nightclub. (1953) [S]
Saturday 17:15 - 19:00
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]
Saturday 19:00 - 20:00
Disraeli Gears: Cream's Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce discuss the making of Disraeli Gears, their timeless 1967 album that solidified their status as a 'super group'. (S1, ep 2) [S]
Saturday 20:00 - 21:00
...Bat Out of Hell. Celebrate the life of Meat Loaf with this look at the story of one of the most successful LPs ever. Includes contributions from the late artist himself. (S1, ep 12) [S]
Saturday 21:00 - 22:00
Tony Iommi: Black Sabbath: The Black Sabbath guitarist reveals how he created the riffs that changed rock forever. Queen's Brian May joins Tony at his home studio for a jam. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Saturday 22:00 - 23:00
Andy Summers: The Police: The iconic guitarist sets out on a personal journey through his favourite ever riffs and reveals those that brought fame and fortune to The Police. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Saturday 23:00 - 00:00
Nancy Wilson: Heart: The Heart guitarist goes on a personal journey through the riffs that influenced her and reveals a huge Led Zeppelin-inspired sound in the band's music. (S1, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sun Jul 19
Sunday 00:00 - 02:00
A surprise show at London's Shepherd's Bush Empire for June 8, 1999. An intimate crowd of 1800 lucky fans were treated to a number of rarely heard gems. [S]
Sunday 02:00 - 03:20
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]
Sunday 03:20 - 04:40
Part three of the definitive critical review of the music of one of history's most influential rock bands, Led Zeppelin, on stage, on record and on film. (3 of 4) [S]
Sunday 04:40 - 06:00
Anthem To Beauty: Through intimate interviews, the Grateful Dead reveal how they created seminal albums American Beauty and Anthem of the Sun. (S1, ep 7) [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 08:40
A 40-piece orchestra takes to Theatre Royal Drury Lane, celebrating the partnership of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. [S]
Sunday 08:40 - 09:10
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]
Sunday 09:10 - 09:35
The Dirty Detail: Vietnam veteran Fred Pearson is a broken man after years of punishment from his sergeant. But years later, he gets his chance for revenge. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]
Sunday 09:35 - 10:05
The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:05 - 10:30
Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:35
Who Needs An Enemy?: A frightened embezzler stages his own suicide with the help of his double-crossing girlfriend. (S2, ep 28) [S]
Sunday 11:35 - 12:40
Bed of Roses: A married man finds his beautiful mistress murdered and flees without reporting the crime and soon becomes the victim of a blackmailer. (S2, ep 29) [S]
Sunday 12:40 - 14:50
In celebration of his 30-year career, the late Pavarotti is accompanied by the Philharmonia Orchestra as he performs O Sole Mio and Nessun Dorma in a concert in Hyde Park. [S]
Sunday 14:50 - 16:35
Violin sensation Andre Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra take to the stage in the Irish capital for a lively and enchanting performance of his best-loved music. [S]
Sunday 16:35 - 19:00
The Duo perform their third live album with performances taken from shows at Madison Square Garden and New Jersey in December 2003. [S]
Sunday 19:00 - 20:00
New. Carrie Underwood, Kathy Mattea, Suzy Bogguss: Country music superstars step onto the wooden circle at Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, to deliver unforgettable live performances. [S]
Sunday 20:00 - 22:05
New. A retired jewel thief sets out to prove his innocence after being suspected of returning to his former occupation. Directed by Alfred Hitchcock. (1955) [S]
Sunday 22:05 - 23:05
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]
Sunday 23:05 - 00:25
The legendary Jerry Lee Lewis performing live at London's Labatt's Apollo in 1989. Various friends joining him on stage include Van Morrison, Dave Edmunds and Brian May. [S]
Mon Jul 20
Monday 00:25 - 02:40
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]
Monday 02:40 - 03:40
Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the former Beatle's death, an extensive collection of TV interviews paint a unique portrait of the singer-songwriter, political activist and icon. [S]
Monday 03:40 - 05:00
Fourth and final part of the definitive critical review of the music of one of history's most influential rock bands, Led Zeppelin, on stage, on record and on film. (4 of 4) [S]
Monday 05:00 - 06:00
Machine Head: Home to 'Smoke On The Water', Machine Head is the definitive album of British heavy metal icons Deep Purple. Find out how this classic album was created. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Monday 06:00 - 07:00
The world-renowned cellist and conductor showcases 30 of the best musicians under 30, from cellists and organists to composers and trumpeters. [S]
Monday 07:00 - 08:00
Join world-renowned cellist Julian Lloyd Webber to champion the next generation of classical artists as he introduces each performer to an audience. [S]
Monday 08:00 - 08:30
Triple View: In this masterpiece, Bob creates a spectacular scene featuring a towering, snowy mountain looming over a homely cabin nestled in a lush meadow. (S10, ep 11) [S,AD]
Monday 08:30 - 09:00
Winter Frost: Bob paints a cold mountain-scape, featuring a warm sun that overlooks a snowy paradise complete with a gleaming lake. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
The Dirty Detail: Vietnam veteran Fred Pearson is a broken man after years of punishment from his sergeant. But years later, he gets his chance for revenge. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
The Best Chess Player In The World: To prove he is a gifted chess player, a man explains how he planned the perfect murder after discovering his wife was unfaithful. (S7, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
The Horse Player: Father Amion discovers that the large amounts of money turning up on the collection plate come from a grateful horse player who has hit a winning streak. [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
Incident in a Small Jail: A suspected serial killer is put in a jail house with a salesman, while a lynch mob waits outside. [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
A fascinating look at the life and career of actress and dancer Joan Crawford, who won an Academy Award for her role in the 1945 film Mildred Pierce. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
New: This standout 70's spy classic blends paranoia, politics and tight suspense proving how some films outlast their time. (S5, ep 3) [S]
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]
Monday 13:30 - 14:00
Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]
Monday 14:00 - 15:00
Ride the Nightmare: When a husband's boyhood pals escape from prison, the perfect couple's content suburban world is interrupted. (S1, ep 11) [S]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
An intimate profile of silent film pioneer Buster Keaton, whose stone-faced physical comedy turned him into a Hollywood superstar in the 1920s. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
Electronica Special: Guy dusts off archive footage of trailblazers Gary Numan and Kraftwerk, while Pet Shop Boys announce themselves with their debut TV outing on Poparound. (S4, ep 5) [S]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
Carlos Acosta. This year's winner prepares to paint iconic Cuban ballet star Carlos Acosta. (S7, ep 11) [S]
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
A Woman's Help: Arnold Bourdon hires a beautiful nurse to care for his overbearing wife. The pair fall in love and conjure up a murderous plan. (S6, ep 18) [S]
Monday 19:30 - 20:00
Museum Piece: A museum owner tells a visitor that one of its human skeletons is actually his son's, sparking a dark flashback. (S6, ep 19) [S]
Monday 20:00 - 22:30
Alongside fairy tale characters in the theme park in Efteling, the famous violinist gives an enchanting family performance of songs including Heigh Ho! and Someday My Prince Will Come. [S]
Monday 22:30 - 23:55
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]
Monday 23:55 - 01:30
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]
Tue Jul 21
Tuesday 01:30 - 04:10
A portrait about the legendary film composer Ennio Morricone, as this documentary film celebrates one of the most popular and prolific contributors to the industry. [S]
Tuesday 04:10 - 05:05
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]
Tuesday 05:05 - 06:00
New: This standout 70's spy classic blends paranoia, politics and tight suspense proving how some films outlast their time. (S5, ep 3) [S]
Tuesday 06:00 - 07:50
John Williams conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker for the very first time, with music including "Olympic Fanfare and Theme". [S]
Tuesday 07:50 - 08:25
Lakeside Cabin: Bob creates an awe-inspiring summertime landscape, featuring a cabin nestled in a grassy meadow surrounded by trees and bushes. (S10, ep 13) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:25 - 09:00
Mountain Stream: In this masterpiece, Bob paints a cool blue waterway that winds effortlessly from a snow-topped mountain in the distance. (S11, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
Proxy: Three men are being blackmailed by a woman for money. One day she is found murdered and the three worry that they will be suspected. Her chauffeur, however, has a plan. (S7, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
Have a Nice Death: A successful writer is being hounded by the feminist movement over his books. If only he was at home with his wife everything would be all right. Wouldn't it? (S7, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
A Woman's Help: Arnold Bourdon hires a beautiful nurse to care for his overbearing wife. The pair fall in love and conjure up a murderous plan. (S6, ep 18) [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
Museum Piece: A museum owner tells a visitor that one of its human skeletons is actually his son's, sparking a dark flashback. (S6, ep 19) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
An intimate profile of silent film pioneer Buster Keaton, whose stone-faced physical comedy turned him into a Hollywood superstar in the 1920s. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
Mulholland Drive: A look at David Lynch's 2001 mystery thriller, defined by the shifting relationship between Betty and Rita. (S5, ep 4) [S]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
Hangover: Remembering nothing of the day before, a talented alcoholic painfully reconstructs the events of what proves to have been a catastrophic day. (S1, ep 12) [S]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
A profile of Olivia de Havilland. Best known as Melanie in Gone with the Wind, she won Academy Awards for her roles in To Each His Own and The Heiress. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
Protest Songs: Guy Garvey explores some of history's most unforgettable protest songs, digging through the archives for powerful performances and revealing interviews. (S5, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
Gabrielle, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, Grace Neutral: In this first heat, nine artists create new portraits under the watchful gaze of the judges. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Coming, Mama: A woman begins to realise that her domineering mother has no intention of cutting the apron strings that bind them together. [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
Deathmate: A handsome gigolo is seduced by a beautiful and rich young woman into killing her dull husband. Lee Philips and Gia Scala star. (S6, ep 21) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:15
Based on Vermeer's Hat by Timothy Brook, this documentary offers a new way of understanding the international world we live in through the lens of a 17th-century painting. [S,AD]
Tuesday 21:15 - 21:45
The Scream: More than a painting, The Scream provides a glimpse into Edvard Munch's mind. Learn his struggles with anxiety and the deterioration of his works over time. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 21:45 - 22:15
Starry Night: Trace the tragedy of Van Gogh's short life, the brilliance born from pain and the legacy of a genius whose masterpiece continues to captivate and inspire. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 22:15 - 23:55
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]
Tuesday 23:55 - 01:40
A founding Sex Pistol reveals the band's chaotic rise, from London's grim 1970s streets to global notoriety. Sharing untold stories of punk's birth and bandmate dynamics. [S]
Wed Jul 22
Wednesday 01:40 - 03:45
After the breakup of the Sex Pistols, John Lydon and John Rotten formed Public Image Ltd. A never-before-seen look at one of music's most influential and controversial careers. [S]
Wednesday 03:45 - 04:00
Somewhere: Musician Nwando Ebizie and director Juliet Ellis connect as dancer Jahmiah Simpson floats between the waking world and the dream world. (3 of 3) [S]
Wednesday 04:00 - 05:00
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]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
Mulholland Drive: A look at David Lynch's 2001 mystery thriller, defined by the shifting relationship between Betty and Rita. (S5, ep 4) [S]
Wednesday 06:00 - 07:45
Violin sensation Andre Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra take to the stage in the Irish capital for a lively and enchanting performance of his best-loved music. [S]
Wednesday 07:45 - 08:20
Country Cabin: Bob paints an old weathered dwelling, buried deep in the snow and surrounded by protective evergreens. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:20 - 08:55
Daisy Delight: In this dark, gloomy masterpiece, Bob paints a majestic stand of evergreen trees overlooking flowers growing on a sloping mound. (S11, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:55 - 09:30
Number Eight: A driver picks up a hitchhiker before hearing on the radio that a serial killer is on the loose. Is the man sitting next to him in the passenger seat the killer? (S7, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
The Last Of The Midnight Gardeners: An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art. (S7, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Coming, Mama: A woman begins to realise that her domineering mother has no intention of cutting the apron strings that bind them together. [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
Deathmate: A handsome gigolo is seduced by a beautiful and rich young woman into killing her dull husband. Lee Philips and Gia Scala star. (S6, ep 21) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
A profile of Olivia de Havilland. Best known as Melanie in Gone with the Wind, she won Academy Awards for her roles in To Each His Own and The Heiress. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
The Lion in Winter: Peter O'Toole delivers a memorable performance as King Henry II in a tale of palace intrigue, starring Anthony Hopkins. (S5, ep 5) [S]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
The Gift Of Beauty: After killing her husband to be with her young lover, an insecure woman is drawn in by a flyer for an anti-ageing process known as the Gift of Beauty. (S7, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
Wet Saturday: George Princey has a high standing in the community. So when his daughter kills a man, George endeavours to cover it up to avoid facing a scandal. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
Bonfire: After a lonely woman moves to a small town to live in the home of her recently deceased aunt, she finds one neighbor is particularly willing to help. (S1, ep 13) [S]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
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]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
1983 Revisited: Guy Garvey dives into the deep pop pockets of 1983, with exclusive interviews and epic performances from U2, R.E.M, The Police and more. (S5, ep 2) [S]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Gyles Brandreth, Karen Gibson, Sophie Cookson: The competition continues as the artists create portraits and present them to the judges. (S8, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
Sauce For The Goose: Having arranged the death of her very wealthy husband in order to be with her lover Stephen, Olivia becomes increasingly annoyed by his lack of appreciation. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
Bird Of Prey: Jack and Edna's pet parrot dies after laying an unusually large egg. On hatching, it reveals an aggressive black-feathered bird, spelling immediate trouble. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
Gratitude: Meyer Fine, a gangster with an intense fear of death, learns that rivals are planning to kill him. His faithful servant tearfully agrees to do the deed instead. (S6, ep 22) [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
The Pearl Necklace: A rich old man proposes to his secretary and says she will inherit $11million. She declines but her fiancé attempts to convince her. Hazel Court stars. (S6, ep 23) [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
Anita Rani explores the Brontë sisters and their enduring influence, tracking the impact Anne, Charlotte and Emily have had on millions of readers. [S]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
The Next Generation. In the final masterclass, the three novices learn about letterpressing from master duo Nick Hands and Ellen Bills. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:45
Celebrate the life of Ozzy Osbourne with this intimate documentary following the Black Sabbath frontman on tour. Featuring anecdotes from friends, family and more. With strong language. [S,AD]
Wednesday 23:45 - 01:00
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]