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Mon Jun 30
Christopher Nolan: The Directors

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

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

Discovering: Matthew McConaughey

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

Matthew McConaughey: The story of an Academy Award-winning star whose career progressed from romantic comedies to instant classics like Dallas Buyers Club. (S15, ep 2) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

Portsmouth: The six heat winners and the wildcard champion battle for a spot in the final, judged closely every step of the way. (S10, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

The Reconciliation: Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected. (S7, ep 13) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

The Mugger: When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy. (S7, ep 14) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

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]

Andre Rieu: 70 Years Young

Monday 20:00 - 22:50

To celebrate his landmark birthday, the King of Waltz presents a special concert curated from his personal career highlights and most memorable performances as a gift to his fans. [S]

Classic FM Live: Great British Classics

Monday 22:50 - 00:50

A celebration of great British classics. [S]

Tue Jul 01
Isle Of Wight Festival.. Highlights 2025

Today 00:50 - 02:50

Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. Flashing images. [S]

The Warhol Effect

Today 02:50 - 04:45

Film lifting the lid on the fascinating last decade of Andy Warhol's life and the legacy he left for future artists, through never-before-seen footage and interviews with insiders. [S,AD]

National Trust: National Treasures

Today 04:45 - 06:00

Powis Castle: Originally built by Welsh princes circa 1200, the medieval castle in Welshpool is now home to a world famous garden. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]

Pavarotti In The Park

Today 06:00 - 08:00

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]

The Joy Of Painting

Today 08:00 - 08:30

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

The Joy Of Painting

Today 08:30 - 09:00

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 09:00 - 09:30

I Like It Here In Wilmington: When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money. (S7, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 09:30 - 10:00

Accidental Death: Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match. (S7, ep 12) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 10:30 - 11:00

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]

Christopher Nolan: The Directors

Today 11:00 - 12:00

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

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025

Today 12:00 - 13:00

Portsmouth: The six heat winners and the wildcard champion battle for a spot in the final, judged closely every step of the way. (S10, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 13:00 - 13:30

The Reconciliation: Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected. (S7, ep 13) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 13:30 - 14:00

The Mugger: When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy. (S7, ep 14) [S,AD]

Anyone Can Sing

Today 14:00 - 15:00

The chosen six are faced with the daunting challenge of singing in front of each other. Coaches Nicky, Sarah and Michael prepare them with one-to-one tutorials. (2 of 4) [S,AD]

Nora Ephron: The Directors

Today 15:00 - 16:00

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

Discovering: Nicole Kidman

Today 16:00 - 17:00

Nicole Kidman: The story of one of Hollywood's top Australian imports; an actress known for her roles in Moulin Rouge!, The Others and more across screen and television. (S15, ep 3) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025

Today 17:00 - 18:00

Stonehenge: Three artists have made it through to the last round of the competition, which is held at one of Britain's most iconic landscapes: Stonehenge. (S10, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:00 - 18:30

The Open Window: When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world. (S7, ep 15) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:30 - 19:00

People Don't Do Such Things: Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]

Opry Live

Today 19:00 - 20:00

New. Celebrate Opry 100 with superstars, newcomers and legends - it's never the same show twice! Featuring Keith Urban, Scotty McCreery and 49Winchester. [S]

New: A Sudden Glimpse To Deeper Things

Today 20:00 - 21:45

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

How The Beatles Changed The World

Today 21:45 - 00:00

The history of The Beatles and their influence on music, art, culture, fashion and politics. Features new interviews and archive footage of the Fab Four. [S]

Wed Jul 02
Johnny Cash: A Legend in Concert

Tomorrow 00:00 - 01:00

Fantastic collection of recordings from Johnny Cash's early years, including nostalgic performances of I Got Stripes, Don't Take Your Guns To Town and Five Feet High and Rising. [S]

Isle Of Wight Festival.. Highlights 2025

Tomorrow 01:00 - 03:00

Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. Flashing images. [S]

David Hockney

Tomorrow 03:00 - 04:30

A Celebration: David Hockney: An intimate portrait of David Hockney, featuring interviews with the beloved British artist in London and Normandy, and new footage of a master at work. [S]

Arts Uncovered

Tomorrow 04:30 - 04:40

Royal Society of Literature: A Sky Arts bursary enabled the Royal Society of Literature to create the Sky Arts RSL Writers Awards, offering support to emerging writers of colour. [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Tomorrow 04:40 - 06:00

Willow Road and The Homewood: Visit two notable modernist houses: Willow Road, home of architect Erno Goldfinger, and The Homewood, designed by Patrick Gwynne. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]

Gilbert & Sullivan: A Motley Pair

Tomorrow 06:00 - 06:30

As tensions between the pair threatened to tear Gilbert and Sullivan apart, impresario Richard D'Oyly Carte makes the decision to move the company to his newly built Savoy Theatre. [S]

Rumpelstilzchen

Tomorrow 06:30 - 07:50

Stage adaptation of a vintage German fairy tale written by Willhelm Grimm, shining light on the issues facing society in a resplendent production. Starring Jane Horrocks. [S]

Arts Uncovered

Tomorrow 07:50 - 08:00

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]

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 08:00 - 08:30

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

The Joy Of Painting

Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

The Reconciliation: Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected. (S7, ep 13) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

The Mugger: When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy. (S7, ep 14) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

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]

Nora Ephron: The Directors

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

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

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

Stonehenge: Three artists have made it through to the last round of the competition, which is held at one of Britain's most iconic landscapes: Stonehenge. (S10, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:00 - 13:30

The Open Window: When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world. (S7, ep 15) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 13:30 - 14:00

People Don't Do Such Things: Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]

Art Traffickers: Treasures Stolen from the Tombs

Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00

Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (2 of 4) [S,AD]

Antoine Fuqua: The Directors

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:00

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

Discovering: Christian Bale

Tomorrow 16:00 - 17:00

Christian Bale: The man behind a plethora of iconic characters; from Batman to Patrick Bateman, explore the life and career of one of Hollywood's finest. (S15, ep 4) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025

Tomorrow 17:00 - 18:00

Winner's Film: Join the winner of the competition as they travel to the South of France to research their £10,000 commission for the Courtauld Gallery. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 18:00 - 18:30

In The Cards: Fortuneteller Madame Myra thinks she is on to a winner when she meets a man prophesied to come in to a lot of money before dying shortly after. (S8, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 18:30 - 19:00

Nothin' Short Of Highway Robbery: On a long drive through the desert, a couple get their car serviced and are handed an extortionate bill. But they plan on turning the tables. (S8, ep 3) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 19:00 - 19:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tomorrow 19:30 - 20:00

Coming, Mama: A woman begins to realise that her domineering mother has no intention of cutting the apron strings that bind them together. [S]

Wonderland: From JM Barrie to JRR Tolkien

Tomorrow 20:00 - 21:00

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. (4 of 4) [S]

Stories From The National Gallery

Tomorrow 21:00 - 22:00

Kate Bryan explores the founding of the National Gallery, talking to curators about the original collection and taking a close look at the building's architecture. (1 of 2) [S]

Welcome to the Eighties

Tomorrow 22:00 - 23:00

Like the Beatles before them, bands like Duran Duran and Culture Club now inspire rock's homeland, fueled by the rise of MTV. With flashing images. (S1, ep 2) [S]

Comedy Legends: The Marx Brothers

Tomorrow 23:00 - 00:00

Barry Cryer looks back on the lives and careers of the family comedy act, with their successful run on Broadway and in film spanning over 40 years. (S2, ep 1) [S]

Thu Jul 03
Spike Milligan: The Unseen Archive

Thursday 00:00 - 01:35

Spotlighting his life and career, bear witness to comedian and poet Spike Milligan's never before aired film, interviews and scripts. Contains discriminatory content. [S,AD]

Life & Rhymes

Thursday 01:35 - 02:10

Five new poets tackle some of today's biggest issues, including racism, sexuality and the NHS as Benjamin Zephaniah hosts more witty and moving spoken-word performances. (3 of 4) [S]

Life & Rhymes

Thursday 02:10 - 02:45

In the last episode, powerful performances delve into topics such as colonialism, COVID-provoked racism and a traumatic real-life event. Benjamin Zephaniah hosts. (4 of 4) [S]

Statues Redressed

Thursday 02:45 - 04:45

Extraordinary artists, designers and members of the community come together to dress some of Liverpool's most iconic statues for a unique summer project brought to you by Sky Arts. [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Thursday 04:45 - 06:00

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

Cirque Du Soleil: Luzia

Thursday 06:00 - 07:45

Combining grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, this touring show is inspired by the people, places, and stories that define Mexico. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 07:45 - 08:20

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

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:20 - 08:55

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 08:55 - 09:30

The Open Window: When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world. (S7, ep 15) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:30 - 10:00

People Don't Do Such Things: Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

Coming, Mama: A woman begins to realise that her domineering mother has no intention of cutting the apron strings that bind them together. [S]

Antoine Fuqua: The Directors

Thursday 11:00 - 12:00

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

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025

Thursday 12:00 - 13:00

Winner's Film: Join the winner of the competition as they travel to the South of France to research their £10,000 commission for the Courtauld Gallery. (S10, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

In The Cards: Fortuneteller Madame Myra thinks she is on to a winner when she meets a man prophesied to come in to a lot of money before dying shortly after. (S8, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:30 - 14:00

Nothin' Short Of Highway Robbery: On a long drive through the desert, a couple get their car serviced and are handed an extortionate bill. But they plan on turning the tables. (S8, ep 3) [S,AD]

Stories From The National Gallery

Thursday 14:00 - 15:00

Kate Bryan explores the founding of the National Gallery, talking to curators about the original collection and taking a close look at the building's architecture. (1 of 2) [S]

Barry Levinson: The Directors

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

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

Discovering: Brad Pitt

Thursday 16:00 - 17:00

Brad Pitt: Se7en, Fight Club, Fury, World War Z and Troy; this man is no stranger to the big screen. Get to grips with the life and career of this Academy Award winner. (S15, ep 5) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025

Thursday 17:00 - 18:00

Best of: Look back at some of the fascinating approaches, materials and techniques demonstrated by this year's talented artists. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

Scrimshaw: Brenda, a lonely alcoholic, is delighted when she bumps into an old friend from university. But does he have an ulterior motive for seeing her? (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

Skeleton In The Cupboard: Robert Smythe has a dark secret he has kept for 20 years but it has now come back to haunt him. Can he keep it a secret from his wife? (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 19:30 - 20:00

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]

Discovering: Michael Caine

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

A look at the life and career of two-time Academy Award-winning British film icon Sir Michael Caine. (S10, ep 4) [S,AD]

James L. Brooks: The Directors

Thursday 21:00 - 22:00

A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning director whose work includes Terms of Endearment and multi Emmy Award-winning sitcom The Simpsons. (S5, ep 9) [S]

Dr. Jack And Mr. Nicholson

Thursday 22:00 - 23:00

Film exploring Jack Nicholson's dazzling five-decade long career, in which he has worked on more than 60 films and with many top directors including Roman Polanski and Martin Scorsese. [S,AD]

Science Fiction In The Atomic Age

Thursday 23:00 - 00:00

New. Margaret Atwood to Ted Chiang: Space travel revives exploration and conquest traditions, highlighting new possibilities for human life. (S1, ep 3) [S]

Fri Jul 04
The Pilgrimage Of Gilbert & George

Friday 00:00 - 02:00

Unpacking their walk through life, enjoy an insight into the world of Gilbert Prousch and George Passmore. Contains strong language and controversial, confrontational art. [S,AD]

Wuthering Heights

Friday 02:00 - 04:45

Recorded at the Bristol Old Vic's 255-year-old Georgian theatre, witness Emma Rice's intoxicating adaptation of the Brontë classic performed in November 2021. [S]

National Trust: National Treasures

Friday 04:45 - 06:00

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

André Rieu: Live At The Royal Albert Hall

Friday 06:00 - 07:55

The acclaimed violinist performs an award-winning programme, including Strauss' Voices of Spring, Vienna Blood and The Blue Danube Waltzes on New Year's Eve in 2001. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 07:55 - 08:30

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

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:30 - 09:00

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:00 - 09:30

In The Cards: Fortuneteller Madame Myra thinks she is on to a winner when she meets a man prophesied to come in to a lot of money before dying shortly after. (S8, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:30 - 10:00

Nothin' Short Of Highway Robbery: On a long drive through the desert, a couple get their car serviced and are handed an extortionate bill. But they plan on turning the tables. (S8, ep 3) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

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]

Barry Levinson: The Directors

Friday 11:00 - 12:00

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

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025

Friday 12:00 - 13:00

Best of: Look back at some of the fascinating approaches, materials and techniques demonstrated by this year's talented artists. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

Scrimshaw: Brenda, a lonely alcoholic, is delighted when she bumps into an old friend from university. But does he have an ulterior motive for seeing her? (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:30 - 14:00

Skeleton In The Cupboard: Robert Smythe has a dark secret he has kept for 20 years but it has now come back to haunt him. Can he keep it a secret from his wife? (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]

Lenny Henry's Got The Blues

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

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]

Alexander Payne: The Directors

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

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

Discovering: Matt Damon

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

Matt Damon: Discover more about the life and career of one of Hollywood's most recognisable figures; the star of Good Will Hunting, The Martian and the Bourne franchise. (S15, ep 6) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The..

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

The Colonel's Lady: Colonel George Peregrine's comfortable life is disturbed when his wife writes a bestselling raunchy novel. Is this evidence that she's having an affair? (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

The Surgeon: When wealthy Prince Zawi gives surgeon Robert Sandy a diamond for saving his life, the doctor finds that his new jewel is really more of a liability than an asset. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

You Can't Trust a Man: Singer Crystal Coe is being harassed by her ex-husband. He manages to track her down and makes her life a misery. Polly Bergen and Joe Maross star. (S6, ep 24) [S]

Guy Garvey: From The Vaults

Friday 20:00 - 21:00

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

New: Opry Live

Friday 21:00 - 22:00

[S]

God Bless Ozzy Osbourne

Friday 22:00 - 23:45

Intimate documentary following the Black Sabbath frontman on tour, with anecdotes from bandmates, friends, family and famous fans such as Sir Paul McCartney. Contains strong language. [S,AD]

Black Sabbath - Paranoid: Classic Albums

Friday 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]

Sat Jul 05
Down The Tracks: The Music That Influenced Led Zeppelin

Saturday 01:00 - 03:00

A look at the inspiration behind rock gods Led Zeppelin, which included blues, English folk songs and Robert Plant's obsession with JRR Tolkien. [S]

Simple Minds: Greatest Albums Live

Saturday 03:00 - 03:55

Simple Minds: At Paisley Abbey, the rock band perform their breakthrough 1982 album, New Gold Dream (81-82-83-84), including the hit Promised You a Miracle. (S1, ep 4) [S]

Discovering: U2

Saturday 03:55 - 04:20

Music journalists discuss the rise of Irish rock band U2, from their humble beginnings in Dublin to finding international superstardom with the Joshua Tree and beyond. (S5, ep 1) [S]

Discovering: Peter Gabriel

Saturday 04:20 - 04:45

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

National Trust: National Treasures

Saturday 04:45 - 06:00

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

An American In Paris

Saturday 06:00 - 08:20

An aspiring painter meets the woman of his dreams while living as an expatriate in Paris. A film of the stage musical, shot live in 2018. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:20 - 08:55

The Reconciliation: Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected. (S7, ep 13) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 08:55 - 09:30

The Mugger: When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy. (S7, ep 14) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 09:30 - 10:00

The Open Window: When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world. (S7, ep 15) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:00 - 10:30

People Don't Do Such Things: Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Saturday 10:30 - 11:00

In The Cards: Fortuneteller Madame Myra thinks she is on to a winner when she meets a man prophesied to come in to a lot of money before dying shortly after. (S8, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

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]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

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]

Kiss Me, Kate

Saturday 13:00 - 16:00

An ex-husband and wife team star in a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew, plagued by lovers' quarrels and gangsters seeking money. Film adaptation of the 1948 musical. (1953) [S]

Cirque Du Soleil: Kurios - Cabinet of Curiosities

Saturday 16:00 - 18:00

Discover a world of wonders in the Cabinet of Curiosities, a steampunk-inspired spectacle that asks you to close our eyes and trust your imagination. [S]

The Who: Classic Albums

Saturday 18:00 - 19:00

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]

Jimi Hendrix: The Guitar Hero

Saturday 19:00 - 21:00

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

Blur: To The End

Saturday 21:00 - 23:00

Feature-length documentary charting the extraordinary and emotional return of blur in the run-up to their sold-out Wembley appearance in 2023. [S]

Blur: Live At Wembley Stadium (2024)

Saturday 23:00 - 01:45

Across two unforgettable nights in the summer of 2023, blur perform in front of over 150,000 fans at Wembley Stadium. [S]

Sun Jul 06
Greatest Guitar Riffs

Sunday 01:45 - 02:40

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]

Cream: Reunion - Live At The Royal Albert HaIl

Sunday 02:40 - 05:10

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]

Music Icons: Psychedelic Rock

Sunday 05:10 - 05:35

The series continues with an explanation of the unique and distinctive sound of psychedelic rock. With music from The Moody Blues and Emerson, Lake & Palmer. (S4, ep 14) [S]

Music Icons: Chicago Blues

Sunday 05:35 - 06:00

The Chicago Blues sound replaced acoustic instruments with amplified versions, birthing a movement that stars such as Bo Diddley and Muddy Waters embraced. (S4, ep 15) [S]

La Wally

Sunday 06:00 - 08:20

First performed in 1892, this opera brings together nuanced harmonies and colourful instrumentation to tell the story of Wally - a woman who flees to the mountains to escape society. [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:20 - 08:45

Nothin' Short Of Highway Robbery: On a long drive through the desert, a couple get their car serviced and are handed an extortionate bill. But they plan on turning the tables. (S8, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:45 - 09:10

Scrimshaw: Brenda, a lonely alcoholic, is delighted when she bumps into an old friend from university. But does he have an ulterior motive for seeing her? (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:10 - 09:45

Skeleton In The Cupboard: Robert Smythe has a dark secret he has kept for 20 years but it has now come back to haunt him. Can he keep it a secret from his wife? (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:45 - 10:20

The Colonel's Lady: Colonel George Peregrine's comfortable life is disturbed when his wife writes a bestselling raunchy novel. Is this evidence that she's having an affair? (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:20 - 10:45

The Surgeon: When wealthy Prince Zawi gives surgeon Robert Sandy a diamond for saving his life, the doctor finds that his new jewel is really more of a liability than an asset. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 10:45 - 11:45

Who Needs An Enemy?: A frightened embezzler stages his own suicide with the help of his double-crossing girlfriend. (S2, ep 28) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 11:45 - 12:45

New. 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]

Comedy Legends: Lily Tomlin

Sunday 12:45 - 13:40

Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of multi-Emmy Award-winning comedian and actress Lily Tomlin. (S2, ep 2) [S]

Dean Martin: A Legend in Concert

Sunday 13:40 - 14:40

A spellbinding collection of performances by unassuming and charismatic star Dean Martin, including That's Amore, Would I Love You and Memories Are Made of This. [S]

Opry Live

Sunday 14:40 - 15:40

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Discovering: Elton John

Sunday 15:40 - 16:40

Leading figures in the music industry examine the monumental career of Sir Elton John, exploring his greatest hits, as well as his work on The Lion King and Billy Elliot. [S]

Elton John: Million Dollar Piano

Sunday 16:40 - 19:05

Elton John plays 18 hits spanning his momentous career on Yamaha's incredible Million-dollar piano. Spectacular show from the Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. [S]

The Eagles: Live From The L

Sunday 19:05 - 22:00

A. Forum. The six-time Grammy-winning rockers take to the stage at the Forum in California over three nights, delighting fans with hits like Hotel California and Take It Easy. [S]

The Agatha Christie Hour

Sunday 22:00 - 23:00

The Mystery of the Blue Jar: One law student finds his morning golf games routinely interrupted by a woman's cries for help, a plea only he can hear. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 23:00 - 00:00

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

Mon Jul 07
Nina Simone: The Lost Album

Monday 00:00 - 01:30

Spotlighting a lost album from one of the most gifted vocalists of her generation, unearth new stories relating to the iconic singer-songwriter Nina Simone. Discriminatory language. [S,AD]

Nina Simone: Live At Montreux 1976

Monday 01:30 - 02:40

The High Priestess of Soul gives a powerful performance at the 1976 Montreux Jazz Festival, featuring a selection of great songs, including Little Girl Blue and I Wish I Knew How. [S]

The Rolling Stones: Live At The Marquee

Monday 02:40 - 03:40

The Rolling Stones perform at London's legendary Marquee club in March 1971, showcasing tracks from their then-upcoming album Sticky Fingers. [S]

Led Zeppelin: In The Light

Monday 03:40 - 05:00

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]

Discovering: U2

Monday 05:00 - 05:30

Music journalists discuss the rise of Irish rock band U2, from their humble beginnings in Dublin to finding international superstardom with the Joshua Tree and beyond. (S5, ep 1) [S]

Discovering: The Eagles

Monday 05:30 - 06:00

A look at the legacy of LA rock band The Eagles. Among the most successful recording artists of the 1970s, their hits include Hotel California and Take it Easy. (S5, ep 2) [S]

Jonas Kaufman at Arena Di Verona

Monday 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]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:00 - 08:30

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

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:30 - 09:00

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

Scrimshaw: Brenda, a lonely alcoholic, is delighted when she bumps into an old friend from university. But does he have an ulterior motive for seeing her? (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:30 - 10:00

Skeleton In The Cupboard: Robert Smythe has a dark secret he has kept for 20 years but it has now come back to haunt him. Can he keep it a secret from his wife? (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

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]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

You Can't Trust a Man: Singer Crystal Coe is being harassed by her ex-husband. He manages to track her down and makes her life a misery. Polly Bergen and Joe Maross star. (S6, ep 24) [S]

Alexander Payne: The Directors

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

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

Discovering: Matt Damon

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

Matt Damon: Discover more about the life and career of one of Hollywood's most recognisable figures; the star of Good Will Hunting, The Martian and the Bourne franchise. (S15, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

The Colonel's Lady: Colonel George Peregrine's comfortable life is disturbed when his wife writes a bestselling raunchy novel. Is this evidence that she's having an affair? (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:30 - 14:00

The Surgeon: When wealthy Prince Zawi gives surgeon Robert Sandy a diamond for saving his life, the doctor finds that his new jewel is really more of a liability than an asset. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]

Portrait Artist Of The Year: Year

Monday 14:00 - 15:00

The Exhibition. 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]

Classic Movies: The Story Of The Third Man

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

In this opening episode, movie critic Ian Nathan examines the qualities that made this 1949 film noir starring Orson Welles an enduring classic. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

James Cameron: The Directors

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

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

Discovering: Frances McDormand

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

Frances McDormand: Learn about the life and career of an Academy Award-winning actress famed for her performances in Fargo and much, much more. (S15, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

The Verger: When devoted verger Albert is forced to resign, he sets out to build a new life. But can he succeed in a modern world that has little time for his old-fashioned ways? (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

The Facts Of Life: When sheltered young man Nicholas travels to London to compete in a fencing competition, he gets caught up in a very strange adventure. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

The Gloating Place: A fame-hungry woman fakes an assault and blames it on a masked attacker in order to gain notoriety. Susan Harrison stars. (S6, ep 25) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

Self Defense: Mr Clarke is terrified of guns being pointed at him and feels he must destroy anyone who would do that to him, including a young robber. George Nader stars. (S6, ep 26) [S]

Andre Rieu: Live In Dublin

Monday 20:00 - 21:45

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]

Brian & Roger Eno Live At The Acropolis

Monday 21:45 - 23:20

The brothers will perform music from iconic productions, including ambient records, TV soundtracks and film scores, with visuals projected onto the Odeon's stones. [S]

A Sudden Glimpse To Deeper Things

Monday 23:20 - 01:05

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