Today 02:20 - 03:20
Sir Paul McCartney jams and reminisces with Ronnie Wood, sharing brilliant anecdotes from The Beatles' heyday and revealing the hits that have influenced his phenomenal career. (S1, ep 11) [S]
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36: Sky Arts
Sat Apr 05
Today 03:20 - 04:40
...Oxford: Live from the Artists Den. Revisit The Black Crowes' live performance from the Artists Den at The Lyric Oxford where they delivered their hit Twice As Hard and more. [S]
Today 04:40 - 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]
Today 06:00 - 06:55
Hosted by Melvyn Bragg, this three-part series showcases talent from acting, comedy and dance. This time, he is joined by Carlos Acosta - a Cuban ballet superstar. (3 of 3) [S]
Today 06:55 - 08:30
A 1965 film of the classic fairytale set to a Rodgers and Hammerstein score. Although mistreated by her cruel family, Cinderella attends the royal ball thanks to a fairy godmother. [S]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
Clerical Error: While winding up his late father's affairs, Paul finds a bill demanding over £1,000 for pornography. He's suspicious of the claim... for a very good reason. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
Heir Presumptuous: George is murdered, and one of his nephews is seen fleeing the scene. The problem is his nephews are identical twins. Sheriff Milt Singleton investigates. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
Down Along the Sheltering Palms: An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems... and the past suddenly comes alive. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
A Vorpal Blade: Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany. Von Baden was a witness, but he also harbours a shocking secret. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
Final Vow: A valuable statuette thrusts an elderly nun, a veteran criminal and a wavering novice into a maelstrom of inexorable virtue. (S1, ep 6) [S]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
Annabel: A disturbed man's alternate identity snares others into a perilous web, turning his personal dream world into a nightmare for all. (S1, ep 7) [S]
Today 13:00 - 15:40
A successful businessman goes to Italy to arrange for the return of his tycoon father's body - discovering that Dad died with his long-time mistress. (1972) [S]
Today 15:40 - 16:40
...Atomic Age. 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]
Today 16:40 - 18:00
...Roll Circus. Film documenting an unconventional 1968 performance from rock legends the Rolling Stones, the Who, John Lennon, Eric Clapton and others. [S]
Today 18:00 - 19:00
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]
Today 19:00 - 21:30
The definitive story of 60s rock supergroup Cream, featuring concert footage and interviews with Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce. [S]
Today 21:30 - 23:15
The story of five incredible years, 1963-1968, which saw The Yardbirds go from a relatively small-time suburban blues outfit to one of the most respected rock bands in history. [S]
Today 23:15 - 00:35
Uncover the story of singer-songwriter Buddy Holly's tragically short life and career, with interviews from those closest to him painting a picture of a man who changed music. [S]
Sun Apr 06
Tomorrow 00:35 - 02:20
Documentary capturing Elvis Presley at his flamboyant best on his 1972 American tour, including rehearsals, interviews, archival footage and backstage moments. [S]
Tomorrow 02:20 - 03:35
...At Newport 1963-65. Documentary with never-before-seen performances from revered folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary at Newport 1963-65. From Emmy-winning producer-director Jim Brown. [S]
Tomorrow 03:35 - 04:35
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]
Tomorrow 04:35 - 05:00
...Festival Greatest Hits. Relive the icon's 2019 set, filled with his biggest hits including Right Here, Right Now, Praise You and Renegade Master. [S]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 05:30
The 60s saw A-list bands fronted by artists such as Grace Slick and Janis Joplin. And the women's liberation movement birthed more female rockers like Suzi Quatro. (S4, ep 4) [S]
Tomorrow 05:30 - 06:00
...People. Folk music gained its power with acts like The Freedom Singers focusing on the Civil Rights Movement, paving the way for legends like Joan Baez and Pete Seeger. (S4, ep 5) [S]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:30
Enjoy Mozart's globally-acclaimed opera, performed in Salzburg, as Tamino and Papageno embark on a quest led by love, loyalty and one magic flute. [S]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
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]
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
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 10:30 - 11:00
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 11:00 - 12:00
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]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
The Black Curtain: A mugging jogs the memory of an amnesiac, who remembers he is being sought for murder. (S1, ep 9) [S]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 14:50
When an abusive, overbearing ex-prison wardress is found dead at an archaeological dig, sleuth Hercule Poirot sets out to solve the complicated murder. (1988) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 14:50 - 17:10
Grammy Award winner Carrie Underwood and True Blood's Stephen Moyer star in the stage version of the iconic musical, from the Academy Award-winning producers of Smash and Chicago. [S]
Tomorrow 17:10 - 18:10
New. Bagpipes: A Celebration showcases Scotland's iconic bagpipe music with stunning landscapes, top pipe bands, soloists, and rich musical history. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 18:10 - 20:00
...& The Crickets: 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]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 22:40
A successful businessman goes to Italy to arrange for the return of his tycoon father's body - discovering that Dad died with his long-time mistress. (1972) [S]
Tomorrow 22:40 - 23:40
...Atomic Age. 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]
Tomorrow 23:40 - 02:20
David Bowie stars as a humanoid alien who arrives on Earth looking for a source of water to save his dying planet. Cult sci-fi with Candy Clark. (1976) [S,AD]
Mon Apr 07
Monday 02:20 - 03:40
Editors: Presenting high-energy concerts by stars of the music industry, see world-famous bands and figures perform to audiences at SchwuZ, Berlin. [S]
Monday 03:40 - 04:40
Richard Ashcroft: The Verve's former frontman Richard Ashcroft discusses the art of songwriting and his life in the music industry, and also performs a selection of his tracks. (2 of 6) [S]
Monday 04:40 - 05:05
Leading music critics cast fresh light on the career of award-winning American singer songwriter Paul Simon, whose fame, influence and success began as part of duo Simon & Garfunkel. [S]
Monday 05:05 - 05:30
A look at the explosion of British heavy metal music and the headbanging era that gave rise to bands like Judas Priest, Saxon and Iron Maiden. (S4, ep 6) [S]
Monday 05:30 - 06:00
A walk through the journey of soul music, which started as uplifting black gospel music and grew into the music we love from artists like Billy Ocean. (S4, ep 7) [S]
Monday 06:00 - 06:30
Simon Butteriss explores how the D'Oyly Carte's Comedy Opera Company assembled for The Sorcerer, and how HMS Pinafore and Pirates of Penzance paved the way for the modern musical. [S]
Monday 06:30 - 08:00
...Best of Pavarotti and Friends. Witness the iconic operatic tenor collaborate with a host of stars within the industry as Luciano Pavarotti's legacy lives. [S]
Monday 08:00 - 08:30
Western Expanse: Bob creates a masterpiece featuring powerful clouds, rolling hills and winding river waters, using only his special painting knife. (S6, ep 11) [S,AD]
Monday 08:30 - 09:00
Marshlands: Bob creates a beautiful scene with still blue waters and bright green mossy trees. (S6, ep 12) [S,AD]
Monday 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]
Monday 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]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
The Young One: A rebellious teenage girl uses any means necessary to get free of her overly protective aunt who is raising her. (S3, ep 9) [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
The Diplomatic Corpse: A married couple is set to inherit £30,000 when the wife's aunt riding with them dies, but in Mexico while transporting her body, she is stolen. (S3, ep 10) [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
...The Orient Express. Unravel the genius behind the definitive Agatha Christie adaptation, featuring a stellar cast of train-bound suspects including Albert Finney. (S2, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
Elizabeth Day, Khadija Mellah, Nick Grimshaw: The opening heat of 2022's search gets underway. Season premiere. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]
Monday 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]
Monday 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]
Monday 14:00 - 15:00
...How Football Fans Became An Opera Chorus. Nicky Spence recruits 40 football fans to appear in an opera about football which will be performed in time for the Qatar World Cup. [S,AD]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
...Hunter. An Oscar-winning epic about the damaging effects of war, pioneering a radically new way of depicting the atrocities. Starring Robert De Niro. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life of legendary two-time Academy Award winner Robert De Niro, star of The Godfather Part II, Taxi Driver and Goodfellas. (S10, ep 11) [S,AD]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
Lulu, Alex Brooker, Phil Manzanera: The artists create portraits to get the ball rolling in the second heat of 2022's competition. (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 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]
Monday 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]
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
The Deadly: A plumber who blackmails housewives over false claims of having affairs meets one who has an idea about stopping him. (S3, ep 11) [S]
Monday 19:30 - 20:00
Miss Paisley's Cat: An elderly woman's beloved alley cat is killed by the local bookie, sending her down a path of rage. (S3, ep 12) [S]
Monday 20:00 - 21:15
The violin sensation's stunning gala concert from the Kerkrade Stadium, featuring Somewhere Over The Rainbow, O Fortuna and Volare, as well as equestrian riders and fireworks. [S]
Monday 21:15 - 22:30
The violin sensation's stunning gala concert from the Kerkrade Stadium, featuring Somewhere Over The Rainbow, O Fortuna and Volare, as well as equestrian riders and fireworks. [S]
Monday 22:30 - 00:15
Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. [S]
Tue Apr 08
Tuesday 00:15 - 02:00
The jubilant human circus presents an intense blend of giddy acrobatics, wonderful music, colourful dancers and multimedia projections. [S]
Tuesday 02:00 - 03:25
...Me God. This musical drama stars John Malkovich as a crazed dictator who delivers a powerful monologue accompanied by the music of Bach, Franck, Widor, Messiaen and Ligeti. [S]
Tuesday 03:25 - 04:25
Dance: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (1 of 3) [S]
Tuesday 04:25 - 04:40
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]
Tuesday 04:40 - 06:00
Sissinghurst: Take a tour around the castle gardens created by Vita Sackville-West. One of the best-loved gardens in England, it is designed as a series of rooms. Penelope Keith narrates. [S,AD]
Tuesday 06:00 - 06:15
Arts Uncovered joins the stage managers at the Royal Opera House as they prepare for a new production at the iconic Covent Garden venue. [S]
Tuesday 06:15 - 08:00
The jubilant human circus presents an intense blend of giddy acrobatics, wonderful music, colourful dancers and multimedia projections. [S]
Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
The Deadly: A plumber who blackmails housewives over false claims of having affairs meets one who has an idea about stopping him. (S3, ep 11) [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
Miss Paisley's Cat: An elderly woman's beloved alley cat is killed by the local bookie, sending her down a path of rage. (S3, ep 12) [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
...Hunter. An Oscar-winning epic about the damaging effects of war, pioneering a radically new way of depicting the atrocities. Starring Robert De Niro. (S2, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
Lulu, Alex Brooker, Phil Manzanera: The artists create portraits to get the ball rolling in the second heat of 2022's competition. (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
...Road Trip: Pope & Swift. Frank and Denise meet Ian Hislop to discover how Pope and Swift created satire that still influences writers today, before exploring Pope's grotto. (1 of 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
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]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
A glimpse into the life of French star and winner of the 2019 Honorary Palme d'Or, Alain Delon. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
Suggs, Miquita Oliver, Eve Muirhead: The competition continues as the artists create portraits and present them to the judges. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 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]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
Night of the Execution: A struggling deputy DA who gets a murder conviction against a man for killing his wife is confronted by another who claims he committed the crime. (S3, ep 13) [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
The Percentage: Eddie Slovak meets an old Army buddy named Pete who once saved his life, but Pete's wife Louise falls for Eddie and the two form a romantic bond. (S3, ep 14) [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 22:55
Live stage adaptation of the 1862 Victor Hugo novel Les Misérables starring Michael Ball and Matt Lucas. [S]
Tuesday 22:55 - 00:10
...Hugo. This documentary highlights Hugo's impact on Les Miserables, and above all, how Les Miserables made Hugo a man of the people. Yesterday and today. [S]
Wed Apr 09
Wednesday 00:10 - 02:10
Uncover the untold story of African people who lived during the Italian Renaissance, often appearing in famous paintings only to be unacknowledged and hidden in plain sight. [S]
Wednesday 02:10 - 02:40
A heartfelt look at how Paul McCartney dreamt the melody of one of the greatest songs of the twentieth century, 'Yesterday'. (S3, ep 7) [S]
Wednesday 02:40 - 03:10
...Adventure: Urban Myths. The stand-up comedian flees to Paris to pursue his dream of becoming a novelist, but winds up becoming a pianist in a brothel. [S]
Wednesday 03:10 - 03:40
Buzzy magazine-style show exploring the best of art trends and cultural events. Comedians Big Zuu, Rosie Jones and artist Hannah Lim are all on the hit list this week. (2 of 4) [S]
Wednesday 03:40 - 04:40
...Over TV. The world-renowned artist plays host as she brings her unique vision to television, diving deep into the origins of performance art in a show full of surprises. (4 of 6) [S]
Wednesday 04:40 - 06:00
Stourhead: Take a tour of the garden of this spectacular estate, set out in a classic 18th-century design, inspired by the painters Claude, Poussin and Dughet. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00
...British Classics. New. A celebration of great British classics. [S]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
Night of the Execution: A struggling deputy DA who gets a murder conviction against a man for killing his wife is confronted by another who claims he committed the crime. (S3, ep 13) [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
The Percentage: Eddie Slovak meets an old Army buddy named Pete who once saved his life, but Pete's wife Louise falls for Eddie and the two form a romantic bond. (S3, ep 14) [S]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
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]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
Suggs, Miquita Oliver, Eve Muirhead: The competition continues as the artists create portraits and present them to the judges. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
...Naughty Boy. Tasked with the installation of two ambitious shows during the Venice Biennale of 2022, the 70-year-old Anish Kapoor is documented by art critic Waldemar Januszczak. [S]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
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]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
Take a look at the life and career of Academy Award-winning Dame Maggie Smith as we mark the sad passing of one of the UK's most cherished acting greats. (S10, ep 13) [S,AD]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
Bruno Tonioli, Yolanda Brown, Helen Sharman: The competition rolls on with the artists creating and presenting portraits to the judges. (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 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]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
Together: A husband gets locked in a secure office with the body of the beautiful young mistress he just killed. (S3, ep 15) [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
Sylvia: A man fears his mentally unstable daughter has bought a gun to kill herself, but he might have it all wrong. (S3, ep 16) [S]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
...Great Museums Of The World. A walk through some of the most remarkable museums ever, including Spain's Museum of Arts and Sciences and the Swiss Museum designed by Renzo Piano. [S]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:45
New & Exclusive. Family and friends of the iconic Hollywood actor come together to share memories of his life and fruitful career. [S,AD]
Wednesday 22:45 - 00:20
...Archive. 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]
Thu Apr 10
Thursday 00:20 - 02:35
...Canyon Rangers With Edie Brickell. Enjoy Grammy-winning music from Steve Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers, featuring Edie Brickell, in their first-ever live concert performance. [S]
Thursday 02:35 - 03:50
From the chansons of the French Revolution to the labour movement and the resistance against the Nazi Regime. (1 of 2) [S]
Thursday 03:50 - 04:20
Nature: Actress Jaime Winstone, art curator Aindrea Emelife and award-winning photojournalist join Rankin to choose the best photos capturing 2020 within the theme of nature. (5 of 6) [S]
Thursday 04:20 - 04:45
Fun: In the final episode, Rankin takes a stunning action portrait of a tennis star, and is re-joined by Brett Rogers and Layton Williams to choose the best public entry. (6 of 6) [S]
Thursday 04:45 - 06:00
Kingston Lacy: Take a tour of this spectacular garden, which includes a Victorian fernery, a sunken garden made in 1906 and an Iron Age hill fort. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 06:15 - 08:00
Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. [S]
Thursday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Thursday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
Together: A husband gets locked in a secure office with the body of the beautiful young mistress he just killed. (S3, ep 15) [S]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
Sylvia: A man fears his mentally unstable daughter has bought a gun to kill herself, but he might have it all wrong. (S3, ep 16) [S]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
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]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
Bruno Tonioli, Yolanda Brown, Helen Sharman: The competition rolls on with the artists creating and presenting portraits to the judges. (S9, ep 4) [S,AD]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
...Gallery. Kate journeys through the gallery's 200-year history with a look at the Turner bequest, before exploring the impressionist works by Van Gogh, Monet and Seurat. (2 of 2) [S]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
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]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the Academy Award-winning actor, best known for his starring role in Gandhi. He has also appeared in films such as Shutter Island and Iron Man 3. (S11, ep 1) [S,AD]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Dame Stella Rimington, Big Zuu, Alexis Ffrench: The competition continues with the artists creating portraits of celebrity guests. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 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]
Thursday 19:00 - 19:30
The Motive: A man, who has a theory that murders committed without motive are rarely solved, is coaxed by his friend into killing someone. (S3, ep 17) [S]
Thursday 19:30 - 20:00
Miss Bracegirdle Does Her Girdle: Millicent Bracegirdle, an elderly woman, decides to go to Paris. But her trip goes awry when she ends up trapped with a murderer. (S3, ep 18) [S]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
...Atomic Age. New. Arthur C Clarke to Ray Bradbury: Explore how WWII shifted literature and media, with American tradition dominating post-war in influence and success. (S1, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 21:00 - 22:45
New. HG Wells' classic sci-fi yarn sees Martians landing on Earth and toasting the planet with heat rays. A scientist works desperately to find their weakness. (1953) [S]
Thursday 22:45 - 00:15
New. On a faraway planet where blue giants rule, oppressed humanoids rebel against their machine-like leaders. (1973) [S]
Fri Apr 11
Friday 00:15 - 02:15
Documentary exploring the on-screen adaptations of the iconic author's works, starting with the 1976 classic Carrie, as told by the directors who helped bring them to life. [S,AD]
Friday 02:15 - 03:45
Commentary from high-profile fans, such as writer Rowan Pelling, and dramatisations starring Lucy Cohu and Shivani Kapur, tell the scandalous story of author Anais Nin. [S,AD]
Friday 03:45 - 04:15
...Bank Show Originals. Melvyn Bragg looks back on Alan Bleasdale's career as he reflects on their 1986 meeting in another unforgettable episode of The South Bank Show. (S7, ep 4) [S]
Friday 04:15 - 04:45
...Bank Show Originals. A look back at the career of British Soprano singer Lesley Garrett as Melvyn Bragg reflects on more unforgettable episodes of The South Bank Show. (S7, ep 3) [S]
Friday 04:45 - 06:00
Biddulph Grange: Follow the tunnels and paths that lead around this beautiful garden which is inspired by countries around the world. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Friday 06:00 - 07:00
...With Charles Hazlewood. As Charles explores why the orchestra hasn't embraced electronic instruments, he discovers the reasons go far beyond technology. (2 of 6) [S]
Friday 07:00 - 08:00
Carmen: Myleene Klass and Errollyn Wallen explore Carmen, Georges Bizet's controversial opera. Features special performances from leading British opera company Opera North. (S1, ep 2) [S]
Friday 08:00 - 08:30
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]
Friday 08:30 - 09:00
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]
Friday 09:00 - 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 10:00 - 10:30
The Motive: A man, who has a theory that murders committed without motive are rarely solved, is coaxed by his friend into killing someone. (S3, ep 17) [S]
Friday 10:30 - 11:00
Miss Bracegirdle Does Her Girdle: Millicent Bracegirdle, an elderly woman, decides to go to Paris. But her trip goes awry when she ends up trapped with a murderer. (S3, ep 18) [S]
Friday 11:00 - 12:00
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]
Friday 12:00 - 13:00
Dame Stella Rimington, Big Zuu, Alexis Ffrench: The competition continues with the artists creating portraits of celebrity guests. (S9, ep 5) [S,AD]
Friday 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 14:00 - 15:00
...Great Museums Of The World. A walk through some of the most remarkable museums ever, including Spain's Museum of Arts and Sciences and the Swiss Museum designed by Renzo Piano. [S]
Friday 15:00 - 16:00
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]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
Acclaimed for her performance as Elizabeth II in The Queen, this is a glimpse into the world of the Academy Award-winning actress. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
Jim Carter, Benjamin Zephaniah, Ellie Simmonds: Three guests stand before the artists as they produce portraits to catch the judges' eye. (S9, ep 6) [S,AD]
Friday 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
The Equalizer: A man challenges a much larger gentleman to a duel with weapons after his lustful actions caused his wife to leave him. (S3, ep 19) [S]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
On the Nose: Addicted to gambling, Fran's problem has escalated to the point where she must repay a $25 loan by 5 o'clock that afternoon. (S3, ep 20) [S]
Friday 20:00 - 21:30
In one of the great musical events of the 1960s, musicians including Eric Clapton and Buddy Guy converged on an abandoned factory for a two-day journey of music and celebration. [S]
Friday 21:30 - 00:05
...Live in LA Sept '23. New. A truly unique event, this special brings together the very best of the greatest rock and blues artists of all time. [S]
Sat Apr 12
Saturday 00:05 - 01:45
...The Royal Albert Hall. 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]
Saturday 01:45 - 02:10
...Festival Greatest Hits. Relive the star's incredible 2007 set, filled with fan-favourites like Tears Dry on Their Own, Back To Black, Valerie, Rehab and You Know I'm No Good. [S]
Saturday 02:10 - 02:35
...Greatest Hits. Enjoy an exhilarating set from the rockers, filmed in 2019 and filled with their biggest hits including Sound, Sit Down, Come Home and Laid. [S]
Saturday 02:35 - 03:45
...Church: Live from the Artists Den. Returning to the very core of his musical inspiration, John Legend performed at a venue steeped in history - The Riverside Church in New York. [S]
Saturday 03:45 - 04:45
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road: Footage from the original recording sessions, together with interviews with Elton John, offer a unique insight into the creation of his classic album. (S1, ep 5) [S]
Saturday 04:45 - 06:00
Hidcote Manor: Explore the stunning Cotswolds garden created by American horticulturist Lawrence Johnston. It is arranged as a series of outdoor rooms. Narrated by Penelope Keith. [S,AD]
Saturday 06:00 - 08:55
Live stage adaptation of the 1862 Victor Hugo novel Les Misérables starring Michael Ball and Matt Lucas. [S]
Saturday 08:55 - 09:25
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]
Saturday 09:25 - 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]
Saturday 10:00 - 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]
Saturday 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Saturday 11:00 - 12:00
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]
Saturday 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Saturday 13:00 - 15:20
New. A crooked lawyer persuades his brother-in-law to feign a serious injury in order to collect a big insurance payout. (1966) [S]
Saturday 15:20 - 16:20
...Atomic Age. New. Arthur C Clarke to Ray Bradbury: Explore how WWII shifted literature and media, with American tradition dominating post-war in influence and success. (S1, ep 2) [S]
Saturday 16:20 - 16:45
...Music Icons. A closer look at the superstar trio who rose to become one of America's most successful vocal groups with hits like Where Did Our Love Go and Love Child. (S3, ep 1) [S]
Saturday 16:45 - 19:00
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]
Saturday 19:00 - 20:20
The late Robin Gibb and his brother Barry tell the extraordinary story of their family act, speaking candidly about their rise to fame and the tragedies that marred their superstardom. [S]
Saturday 20:20 - 22:30
Live in Vegas: The Bee Gees perform their greatest hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s, with guests including Celine Dion. From the MGM in Las Vegas in 1997. [S]
Saturday 22:30 - 00:45
New. 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]
Sun Apr 13
Sunday 00:45 - 02:25
...Experience Featuring Al McKay Play Avo Session. A band that gripped the 80s treated an audience to a concert on the Piazza in Poschiavo in 2017, part of the Festival da Jazz. [S]