Today 03:00 - 04:00
Mary Shelley to Isaac Asimov: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is often seen as the first sci-fi work, joined by early pieces from More, Swift, Wells and Huxley. (S1, ep 1) [S]
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Fri Jan 23
Today 04:00 - 05:00
Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as authors Natasha Brown and Marian Keyes discuss their latest books with Angie Greaves' Book Club. Plus, special guest Bernardine Evaristo. (1 of 6) [S]
Today 05:00 - 06:00
A look at six watches from a vast collection spanning 300 years, including a watch made in London the year before the Great Fire. (S1, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 06:00 - 08:00
In front of a packed-out Museum Square in Amsterdam in April 2013, Andre Rieu delivers a concert alongside his Johann Strauss Orchestra to cap an extraordinary event. [S]
Today 08:00 - 08:30
Mountain Splendor: Under a bright sky, mountains are highlighted with sienna and white as foreground foliage is brought to life with a round brush. (S7, ep 8) [S,AD]
Today 08:30 - 09:00
Lake by the Mountain: Talented guest painter Steve Ross displays how to create a mirror-like lake spanning the width of snowy peaks and foothills. (S7, ep 9) [S,AD]
Today 09:00 - 09:30
There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]
Today 09:30 - 10:00
Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]
Today 10:00 - 10:30
Pen Pal: An escaped convict visits a spinster and her niece seeking his pen pal. [S]
Today 10:30 - 11:00
The Baby Blue Expression: A woman and her lover plot her husband's demise but their plans go awry because of her ineptitude. [S]
Today 11:00 - 12:00
The life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, known for his 1973 horror film The Exorcist and his action-thriller The French Connection. (S6, ep 4) [S,AD]
Today 12:00 - 13:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in The Help, Fruitvale Station, Hidden Figures and Ma. (S10, ep 9) [S]
Today 13:00 - 13:30
Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]
Today 13:30 - 14:00
Way To Do It: The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle. (S4, ep 16) [S]
Today 14:00 - 15:00
Cleve West, Horatio's Garden, Salisbury: As part of a project to install gardens at NHS centres, Chelsea Gold winner Cleve West began at Salisbury District Hospital. (5 of 6) [S]
Today 15:00 - 16:00
This evocative and unique film features the only TV interview ever given by Laurie Lee, including the amazing story of how it was secured by local TV producer David Parker. [S,AD]
Today 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life and career of the director of Zero Dark Thirty and The Hurt Locker, the latter of which she won the Oscar for Best Director. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]
Today 17:00 - 18:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star, known for his roles in Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, The Best Years of Our Lives and A Star is Born. (S16, ep 10) [S]
Today 18:00 - 18:30
Hijack: A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands? (S4, ep 17) [S]
Today 18:30 - 19:00
Blue Marigold: Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Today 19:00 - 19:30
Man Who Found Money: A man makes a serious mistake when he tries to do the right thing. With RG Armstrong and Rod Cameron. [S]
Today 19:30 - 20:00
Make My Death Bed: A woman plots her husband's death when she discovers he has been unfaithful. With Diana Van Der Vlis and Joe Flynn. [S]
Today 20:00 - 21:00
1985 Revisited: Circle back to 1985 for another dive into the vaults, with fascinating interviews and brilliant performances from Bangles, The Associates and more. (S5, ep 3) [S]
Today 21:00 - 23:00
Jeff Beck played five night at Ronnie Scott's Club in Soho, London along with some special guests. This is a record of those nights. [S]
Today 23:00 - 01:30
Eric Clapton and an all-star line-up of guests - including Ringo Starr, Roger Taylor and Katie Melua - put on a show at Surrey's Wintershall Estate in 2005. [S]
Sat Jan 24
Tomorrow 01:30 - 02:45
Solid performance by Buddy, recorded at his own club in downtown Chicago. He's backed by the great piano player Johnnie Johnson and the Saturday Night Live Band. [S]
Tomorrow 02:45 - 04:00
Truth: With a helping hand from the likes of Mavis Staples, Janis Joplin and Chaka Khan, take a trip to the 1950s and 60s and the roots of rock and roll. (1 of 4) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 04:00 - 05:00
ABC: Accompanied by the Southbank Sinfonia at the London Palladium, pop band ABC perform and discuss The Lexicon of Love, one of the 1980s' most successful debut albums. (S1, ep 3) [S]
Tomorrow 05:00 - 06:00
In Venice we see both the art collection and jewels of Attilio Codognato, who has made pieces for everyone from Elizabeth Taylor to the Duchess of Windsor. (S1, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:30
To mark the 50th anniversary of Rudolf Nureyev's iconic version of Tchaikovsky's ballet, this 2014 Vienna State Opera production revives the show with new sets, costumes and more. [S]
Tomorrow 08:30 - 09:00
Best Policy: Harry's integrity and hard work have earned him a promotion at the bank. But despite his immaculate accounts, Harry is accused of embezzlement. (S4, ep 9) [S]
Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30
Last Bottle in the World: Kyros plans on giving his wife a priceless bottle of wine for their anniversary. But he has no intention of drinking to her health. (S4, ep 10) [S]
Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00
Kindly Dig Your Grave: The unscrupulous Madame La Grue runs an art gallery, exploiting young artists. But she finally gets her comeuppance. (S4, ep 11) [S]
Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30
Completely Foolproof: Wealthy New Yorker Joe Brisson is a self-made man with a plan to kill his disgruntled wife. Unfortunately for him, she has some deadly plans of her own. (S4, ep 12) [S]
Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00
There's One Born Every Minute: Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits £50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal. (S4, ep 13) [S]
Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00
Death of a Cop: A remorseful detective vows to find the men who murdered his son, who followed in his footsteps and also became a cop. (S1, ep 31) [S]
Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00
A patient at a mental hospital kills the head doctor and takes over, replacing the staff with fellow patients. (S2, ep 1) [S]
Tomorrow 13:00 - 14:50
A woman is found dead after being poisoned in a nightclub in London. Colonel Geoffrey Reese and Dr Kate Kendall are called to solve the mystery. (2003) [S]
Tomorrow 14:50 - 16:45
The definitive story of how Buddy Holly became an icon of rock's first generation. Features the hits That'll Be The Day and Peggy Sue. Narrated by Paul Gambaccini. [S,AD]
Tomorrow 16:45 - 17:45
St James' Park: The artists are set up in St James' Park, looking out on Buckingham Palace. They're hoping their artwork catches the eye of the judges. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tomorrow 17:45 - 20:00
With contributions from members of the band, hear the definitive story of the Beach Boys - one of the most successful bands ever who went toe to toe with the Beatles. [S]
Tomorrow 20:00 - 22:25
The Duo perform their third live album with performances taken from shows at Madison Square Garden and New Jersey in December 2003. [S]
Tomorrow 22:25 - 00:55
Two bounty killers with similar intentions but different motivations team up to take down a psychotic Mexican outlaw before he and his gang can carry out an audacious bank robbery. (1965) [S]
Sun Jan 25
Sunday 00:55 - 01:50
Sir Tom Jones: In conversation and song, Sir Tom Jones shares captivating stories from his career - including his friendship with Elvis Presley. (S1, ep 1) [S]
Sunday 01:50 - 03:55
James. Coverage of the iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. Featuring James. [S]
Sunday 03:55 - 04:50
A fascinating look at English rock band The Cure. Led by the inimitable Robert Smith, they are one of the most influential new wave bands in history. (S5, ep 16) [S]
Sunday 04:50 - 06:00
The story behind the writing, recording and success of Black Sabbath's second album, Paranoid, one of the most influential albums of the heavy metal genre. [S]
Sunday 06:00 - 08:30
A 40-piece orchestra takes to Theatre Royal Drury Lane, celebrating the partnership of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. [S]
Sunday 08:30 - 09:00
Bosom Friends: Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her. (S4, ep 14) [S]
Sunday 09:00 - 09:30
Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]
Sunday 09:30 - 10:00
Way To Do It: The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle. (S4, ep 16) [S]
Sunday 10:00 - 10:30
Hijack: A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands? (S4, ep 17) [S]
Sunday 10:30 - 11:00
Blue Marigold: Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00
A Nice Touch: A successful Hollywood actor convinces his lover to kill her abusive husband, then makes a phone call. (S2, ep 2) [S]
Sunday 12:00 - 13:00
St James' Park: The artists are set up in St James' Park, looking out on Buckingham Palace. They're hoping their artwork catches the eye of the judges. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]
Sunday 13:00 - 15:00
After a singer loses his job at a coffee shop, he finds employment at a struggling carnival, but his attempted romance with a teenager leads to friction with her father. [S]
Sunday 15:00 - 16:45
Dangerous Games. Choreographed by Michael Flatley, 40 of the world's most talented performers combine the best of traditional and contemporary music and dance. [S]
Sunday 16:45 - 18:15
Ray Charles thrills audiences with his unique mix of rock, R&B and soul at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1997. [S]
Sunday 18:15 - 19:15
Witty documentary exploring the life and legacy of Robert Burns, with literary enthusiasts and celebrity fans sharing their thoughts on the work of the celebrated Scottish poet. [S]
Sunday 19:15 - 21:00
Clint Eastwood, the actor and Academy Award-winning director of films including Unforgiven and Million Dollar Baby, talks candidly about his extraordinary life and career. [S]
Sunday 21:00 - 00:20
A bounty-hunting scam joins two men in an uneasy alliance against a third in a race to find a fortune in gold buried in a remote cemetery. Clint Eastwood's sprawling Western epic. (1966) [S]
Mon Jan 26
Monday 00:20 - 02:30
Discover the story of a Disco legend who, for five decades, has inspired millions with her words I Will Survive, but only understood the lyrics when she hit rock bottom herself. [S]
Monday 02:30 - 03:30
Sam Fender: Brian and Mark visit Mark's own British Grove recording studio to meet fellow Geordie Sam Fender, who discusses his musical journey so far. (S1, ep 2) [S]
Monday 03:30 - 04:45
Busted. Full coverage of the iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. Featuring Busted. Flashing images. [S]
Monday 04:45 - 06:00
Carly Simon reveals the challenges behind No Secrets - the classic album that made her a global star and included the enigmatic song You're So Vain. [S]
Monday 06:00 - 08:00
Stirring reinvention of the show, celebrated the world over for its award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. [S]
Monday 08:00 - 08:30
Mountain Glory: Bob reveals the secret to creating a larger-than-life landscape, with layers of mountains as far as the eye can see. (S7, ep 10) [S,AD]
Monday 08:30 - 09:00
Grey Winter: Bob uses monochromatic tones to convey the icy coldness of a silvery lake surrounded by lacy trees and bushes. (S7, ep 11) [S,AD]
Monday 09:00 - 09:30
Glowing Future: Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy. (S4, ep 15) [S]
Monday 09:30 - 10:00
Way To Do It: The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle. (S4, ep 16) [S]
Monday 10:00 - 10:30
The Doubtful Doctor: A doctor examines a man who suffers from blackouts, in which he reverts to living and seeing things two years back in time. Dick York and Gena Rowlands star. [S]
Monday 10:30 - 11:00
A Very Moral Theft: A dishonest businessman attempts to hoodwink his girlfriend into supplying him with money. Betty Field and Walter Matthau star. [S]
Monday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life and career of the director of Zero Dark Thirty and The Hurt Locker, the latter of which she won the Oscar for Best Director. (S6, ep 5) [S,AD]
Monday 12:00 - 13:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star, known for his roles in Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, The Best Years of Our Lives and A Star is Born. (S16, ep 10) [S]
Monday 13:00 - 13:30
Hijack: A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands? (S4, ep 17) [S]
Monday 13:30 - 14:00
Blue Marigold: Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Monday 14:00 - 15:00
James Alexander-Sinclair, Northamptonshire Garden: Two projects separated by a few miles, James' touch sums up two types of work that land on the desks of garden designers. (6 of 6) [S]
Monday 15:00 - 16:00
St James' Park: The artists are set up in St James' Park, looking out on Buckingham Palace. They're hoping their artwork catches the eye of the judges. (S11, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the life of one of Hollywood's most successful directors, whose long list of hit films include Pulp Fiction and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]
Monday 17:00 - 18:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Gladiator, A Beautiful Mind, Les Misérables and Robin Hood. (S16, ep 10) [S]
Monday 18:00 - 18:30
The Eavesdropper: Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence? (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Monday 18:30 - 19:00
Operation Safecrack: In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough? (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]
Monday 19:00 - 19:30
Contest for Aaron Gold: A frustrated artist takes a job as a ceramics counsellor. Conflict arises when one of his students shows great promise as a sculptor. [S]
Monday 19:30 - 20:00
The Five-Forty-Eight: A mentally unstable secretary catches up to her cruel ex-boss and makes him listen to what she has to say, at gunpoint. Phyllis Thaxter and Zachary Scott star. [S]
Monday 20:00 - 23:00
André Rieu performs from his hometown of Maastricht once more, delivering his brand-new summer concert punctuated by feel-good classics and joyous waltzes. [S]
Monday 23:00 - 00:30
A night of unforgettable music and performance. Filmed live at the London Coliseum, Mozart's Women features performances from some of opera's brightest stars. [S]
Tue Jan 27
Tuesday 00:30 - 02:00
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]
Tuesday 02:00 - 04:00
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]
Tuesday 04:00 - 05:00
Artists and local communities join forces to compete for the chance to create the UK's next major landmark in this exciting new series hosted by Gemma Cairney. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00
The late Roger Thérond was the picture editor of Paris Match and here we examine his private photograph collection from the earliest years of photography. (S1, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 06:00 - 08:00
Head to the Royal Albert Hall as Classic FM Live returns in 2025 for a spectacular concert celebrating the world's greatest film music! [S]
Tuesday 08:00 - 08:30
Dock Scene: Harbour mist, reflections and a little boat provide the backdrop for a weathered pier. Bob paints old wood on buildings with the shake of his two-inch brush. (S7, ep 12) [S,AD]
Tuesday 08:30 - 09:00
Dark Waterfall: Bob creates a sweet waterfall in the middle of a protective forest of glorious autumn foliage. (S7, ep 13) [S,AD]
Tuesday 09:00 - 09:30
Hijack: A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands? (S4, ep 17) [S]
Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00
Blue Marigold: Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback. (S5, ep 1) [S,AD]
Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30
Outlaw in Town: A mysterious man plans to go out with a bang as locals discover he is an outlaw with a bounty on his head. Ricardo Montalban stars. [S]
Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00
O, Youth and Beauty!: A former hurdler now drinks too much and fails to earn enough money to pay for his lifestyle. Despondent, he decides to try one last "race". Gary Merrill stars. [S]
Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the life of one of Hollywood's most successful directors, whose long list of hit films include Pulp Fiction and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. (S6, ep 6) [S,AD]
Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Gladiator, A Beautiful Mind, Les Misérables and Robin Hood. (S16, ep 10) [S]
Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30
The Eavesdropper: Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence? (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00
Operation Safecrack: In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough? (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]
Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00
Piet Oudolf, Scampston Hall: The New Perennial movement changed garden design forever and Piet Oudolf's first major project in this style still looks as splendid as ever today. (S2, ep 1) [S]
Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00
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]
Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00
The life story of the British film director, known both in the UK and across the pond for films such as Ice Cold in Alex and Cape Fear. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]
Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in Still Alice, Boogie Nights and The End of the Affair. (S16, ep 12) [S]
Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30
Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00
Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Tuesday 19:00 - 19:30
The Money: Larry and Angie Chetnik find themselves constantly bickering about money. Larry visits his father's one-time friend to land a job that he hopes will solve his problems. [S]
Tuesday 19:30 - 20:00
The Man with Two Faces: A talented young actress seemingly destined for stardom appears to be under the spell of her unscrupulous and totally unprincipled husband. Mary Astor stars. [S]
Tuesday 20:00 - 21:15
New. Documentary featuring Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres' 1807 portrait of Madame Duvaucey. A masterful portrait that reveals details about 19th-century French society. [S]
Tuesday 21:15 - 23:15
Feature documentary capturing Katharine Hepburn's tremendous spirit and determination, combining new and archive footage to tell the story of a true Hollywood icon. [S,AD]
Tuesday 23:15 - 00:35
Behind the gates of Graceland, Elvis Presley faced battles on several fronts that threatened his career, his love and even his life. With strong language. [S]
Wed Jan 28
Wednesday 00:35 - 02:00
Filmed live in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, 1991 saw the Man in Black raise money for the building of a hospital in Kenya with a special concert that included hits Ring of Fire and more. [S]
Wednesday 02:00 - 03:00
New. Dover Port: Joined by 50 wildcard artists taking part, the winning artist here will advance to the semi-final and take a step closer to claiming the prize. (S11, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 03:00 - 05:00
Childlike yet grotesque, Benedict Cumberbatch's Frankenstein's Creature is cast out by his horror-struck maker - Jonny Lee Miller's Victor Frankenstein. [S]
Wednesday 05:00 - 06:00
Art collector Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo shows us the paintings she has chosen to hang in her own home and reflects on the state of collecting today. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]
Wednesday 06:00 - 08:00
Cirque Du Soleil presents the story of a young girl's escape into an extravagant and whimsical imaginary world full of acrobats and colourful characters. Contains flashing images. [S]
Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30
Misty Rolling Hills: Bob creates a soft purple sky and tall trees that seemingly float in the hazy foothills of a blue-grey mountain. (S8, ep 1) [S,AD]
Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00
Lakeside Cabin: Bob paints a tranquil scene of a cabin in its peaceful resting place among a warm setting of lush lakeside greenery. (S8, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30
The Eavesdropper: Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence? (S5, ep 2) [S,AD]
Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00
Operation Safecrack: In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough? (S5, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30
The Changing Heart: Dane Ross is amazed by an old man's tales of the many clocks he's built - with moving parts, marching soldiers and flying birds - and is asked to stay for dinner. [S]
Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00
The life story of the British film director, known both in the UK and across the pond for films such as Ice Cold in Alex and Cape Fear. (S6, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for her roles in Still Alice, Boogie Nights and The End of the Affair. (S16, ep 12) [S]
Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30
Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00
Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00
Luciano Giubbilei, Tuscany Garden: Raised in Siena, Luciano Giubbilei jumped at the chance to create a garden with views of the Tuscan landscape and the results are divine. (S2, ep 2) [S]
Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00
Cinema, Sound & Nazism: A look at the evolution of the film industry and the role it played amid the backdrop of WWII and a fast-changing world. (1 of 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00
A look at the career of the Academy Award-nominated director, known for his gripping depictions of life stories and characters - such as his acclaimed film The Queen. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]
Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Milk, Mystic River, I Am Sam and Into the Wild. (S16, ep 13) [S]
Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30
The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00
Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]
Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30
A Crime for Mothers: A woman struggling with alcoholism attempts to reclaim her estranged daughter, who has been raised by another family. [S]
Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00
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]
Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00
New. Dover Port: Joined by 50 wildcard artists taking part, the winning artist here will advance to the semi-final and take a step closer to claiming the prize. (S11, ep 3) [S,AD]
Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00
Art's Most Erotic: Award winning art critic Waldemar Januszczak explores Japan to India to find the most explicit art ever made and to ask why art has always been so interested in sex. [S]
Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00
Art's Most Horrific: Waldemar confronts terrifying displays of blood, gore and death and wonders why art is so obsessed with horror. (2 of 3) [S]
Wednesday 23:00 - 00:00
Art's Most Satanic: Waldemar goes looking for the Devil, the ultimate shape-shifter, who keeps popping up in art in a wicked assortment of disguises. (3 of 3) [S]
Thu Jan 29
Thursday 00:00 - 02:00
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]
Thursday 02:00 - 03:40
The origin story of renowned American painter Justin Wadlington, known as the Blind Eye Artist, who rose from the streets of Philadelphia with no formal art training. [S]
Thursday 03:40 - 04:40
In a career that lasted only ten years, Vincent van Gogh painted one subject more than any other: himself. This is the story of Vincent told using eight of his self-portraits. [S]
Thursday 04:40 - 06:00
Hardwick Hall: Tour the National Trust preserved house in Derbyshire that is home to Europe's finest collection of 16th and 17th-century tapestries. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]
Thursday 06:00 - 07:45
Franz Lehar's colourful and charming ballet interpretation of the operetta beautifully plays out the tale of one woman's comically misfortunate quest for love. [S]
Thursday 07:45 - 08:20
Warm Winter Day: Bob conveys a sense of harmony in this cold yet cosy scene of a cabin in a field of snow, lit up by a bright orange glow. (S8, ep 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 08:20 - 08:55
Waterside Way: Bob paints a wilderness path leading to a still lake, accented with an abundance of trees around its edge. (S8, ep 4) [S,AD]
Thursday 08:55 - 09:30
Run Rabbit Run: Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell. (S5, ep 4) [S,AD]
Thursday 09:30 - 10:00
Stranger in Town: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister. (S5, ep 5) [S,AD]
Thursday 10:00 - 10:30
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]
Thursday 10:30 - 11:00
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]
Thursday 11:00 - 12:00
A look at the career of the Academy Award-nominated director, known for his gripping depictions of life stories and characters - such as his acclaimed film The Queen. (S6, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen, known for his roles in Milk, Mystic River, I Am Sam and Into the Wild. (S16, ep 13) [S]
Thursday 13:00 - 13:30
The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Thursday 13:30 - 14:00
Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]
Thursday 14:00 - 15:00
Jo Thompson, Cool Garden, RHS Rosemoor: Visit north Devon, where Jo Thompson used all of her design skills to show how water can be turned from an issue into an opportunity. (S2, ep 3) [S]
Thursday 15:00 - 16:00
The World Is Now At War: It's the 1940s, and with the whole world at war, the USA and the UK join forces both in action and on the big screen. (2 of 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 16:00 - 17:00
The last episode of the series takes a deep dive into the life and career of John Carpenter, known for his cult classics such as Dark Star, The Thing and Halloween. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
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]
Thursday 18:00 - 18:30
Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]
Thursday 18:30 - 19:00
A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00
New. Dover Port: Joined by 50 wildcard artists taking part, the winning artist here will advance to the semi-final and take a step closer to claiming the prize. (S11, ep 3) [S,AD]
Thursday 20:00 - 21:00
A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actress whose portfolio of magnificent work includes starring roles in Kramer vs. Kramer and Sophie's Choice. (S12, ep 2) [S]
Thursday 21:00 - 23:20
A divorcée falls for an over-the-hill cowboy who is struggling to maintain his romantically independent lifestyle. [S]
Thursday 23:20 - 00:20
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose films include The Godfather franchise and Apocalypse Now. (S5, ep 1) [S]
Fri Jan 30
Friday 00:20 - 02:20
An insightful film documenting the life of actor and martial artist Bruce Lee, with insight from his family shedding light on who he really was. Pete McCormack (Facing Ali) directs. [S,AD]
Friday 02:20 - 03:20
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]
Friday 03:20 - 04:20
Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of Focus Group book club from Wiltshire meet podcaster and comedian Adam Buxton to discuss his memoir. (2 of 6) [S]
Friday 04:20 - 04:45
Kate Bryan visits the studio of the artist Lubaina Himid, winner of the 2017 Turner Prize, before exploring her new large-scale exhibition at Tate Modern. [S]
Friday 04:45 - 06:00
Calke Abbey: A tour of this once great house in Ticknall, Derbyshire, reveals how the National Trust are combating the decline of the baroque mansion. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 2) [S,AD]
Friday 06:00 - 07:30
A night of unforgettable music and performance. Filmed live at the London Coliseum, Mozart's Women features performances from some of opera's brightest stars. [S]
Friday 07:30 - 08:00
Hunter's Haven: Bob's masterful use of blue, yellow and orange hues brings vibrancy to a woodside setting alongside a clear blue lake. (S8, ep 5) [S,AD]
Friday 08:00 - 08:30
Bubbling Mountain Brook: Bob paints a playful brook that perfectly complements the backdrop of a rugged mountain range. (S8, ep 6) [S,AD]
Friday 08:30 - 09:00
Winter Hideaway: Bob places a lonesome cabin - the perfect respite for a weary traveller - in the middle of a snowy setting. (S8, ep 7) [S,AD]
Friday 09:00 - 09:30
The Moles: Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door. (S5, ep 6) [S,AD]
Friday 09:30 - 10:00
Decoy: When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man? (S5, ep 7) [S,AD]
Friday 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]
Friday 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]
Friday 11:00 - 12:00
The last episode of the series takes a deep dive into the life and career of John Carpenter, known for his cult classics such as Dark Star, The Thing and Halloween. (S6, ep 10) [S,AD]
Friday 12:00 - 13:00
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]
Friday 13:00 - 13:30
Pattern of Guilt: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea. (S5, ep 8) [S,AD]
Friday 13:30 - 14:00
A Harmless Vanity: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected. (S5, ep 9) [S,AD]
Friday 14:00 - 15:00
Andy Sturgeon, Battersea Power Station: After 10 years, Battersea Power Station's restoration is complete and Andy Sturgeon's 'gardens in the sky' are truly a triumph. (S2, ep 4) [S]
Friday 15:00 - 16:00
D-Day, The Holocaust & The Atomic Bomb: As Hitler's reign comes to an end, the horrors of the Nazi Holocaust are revealed in films like The Young Lions and Schindler's List. (3 of 3) [S,AD]
Friday 16:00 - 17:00
Steven Spielberg: A look into the life and career of the Hollywood director, whose portfolio is filled to the brim with classics like Jaws and Indiana Jones. (S7, ep 1) [S,AD]
Friday 17:00 - 18:00
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]
Friday 18:00 - 18:30
Death Can Add: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store. (S5, ep 10) [S,AD]
Friday 18:30 - 19:00
Light Fingers: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places. (S5, ep 11) [S,AD]
Friday 19:00 - 19:30
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]
Friday 19:30 - 20:00
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]
Friday 20:00 - 21:00
1979 Revisited: Head back in time for a visit to 1979, with exclusive interviews and magical performances from Tina Turner, Wings, The Who and more iconic artists. (S5, ep 4) [S]
Friday 21:00 - 22:45
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]
Friday 22:45 - 00:35
Explore Pauline Black's 40-year music career and her advocacy for racial equality amid challenges from racism and sexism. (2024) [S,AD]