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Fri May 16
The Art Of Architecture

Today 15:00 - 16:00

Holy Trinity Church, Paris: A look at the spectacular building, crafted by architect Jean-Michael Wilmotte and estimated to have cost 100 million euros. (S2, ep 7) [S]

Discovering: Ronald Colman

Today 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor and star of classic films including A Tale of Two Cities and Lost Horizon. (S12, ep 11) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2023

Today 17:00 - 18:00

Joan Bakewell: After making it through to the semi-final, the final three artists are tasked with painting Portrait's very own Dame Joan Bakewell. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:00 - 18:30

I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Today 18:30 - 19:00

The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 19:00 - 19:30

Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Today 19:30 - 20:00

Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32) [S]

Iron Maiden: Classic Albums

Today 20:00 - 21:00

The Number Of The Beast: Iron Maiden, who were reviled by some critics for their supposed Satanist leanings, reveal how they created one of the best albums of the 80s. (S1, ep 8) [S,AD]

AC/DC: Live in Donington

Today 21:00 - 23:30

Recorded coverage of legendary Australian band AC/DC's third headlining show at the "Monsters of Rock" festival in Castle Donington, UK. [S]

AC/DC: Forever Young

Today 23:30 - 00:45

Documentary telling the story of the Young brothers, who built legendary Australian rock band AC/DC. Features never-before-seen footage and interviews with those who knew them best. [S,AD]

Sat May 17
Motorhead: Live At Wacken

Tomorrow 00:45 - 02:00

English rock band Motorhead perform a blistering set at the 2011 Wacken open-air heavy metal music festival in northern Germany. This programme contains flashing images. [S]

Music Icons: British Metal

Tomorrow 02:00 - 02:25

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]

Music Icons: US Heavy Metal

Tomorrow 02:25 - 02:50

Dive deeper into US heavy metal and the hooks and melodic choruses that give it its distinctive sound. Featuring a look at Motley Crue, Poison and Ratt. (S4, ep 8) [S]

Vampire Weekend At The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen

Tomorrow 02:50 - 04:05

Live from the Artists Den. In front of an audience of just 400 guests, Vampire Weekend perform in their home city. Recorded in 2013. [S]

Death Songbook

Tomorrow 04:05 - 05:05

Brett Anderson, Charles Hazlewood and Paraorchestra are joined by special guests Nadine Shah, Adrian Utley and Seb Rochford to perform a set of nine songs about loss and transcendence. [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Tomorrow 05:05 - 06:00

Holy Trinity Church, Paris: A look at the spectacular building, crafted by architect Jean-Michael Wilmotte and estimated to have cost 100 million euros. (S2, ep 7) [S]

Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake

Tomorrow 06:00 - 08:25

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 08:25 - 09:00

Fat Chance: A pharmacist tries to elope with his lover, but his larger than life wife stands in his way. John Castle and Miriam Margolyes star in this tale with a twist. (S2, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:00 - 09:30

Back For Christmas: A philandering physician with an obsession for orchids cultivates a deadly plot to see off his wife. Siân Phillips and Richard Johnson star. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 09:30 - 10:00

Picture Of A Place: Hazel is an elderly widow who lives in a farmhouse full of antiques. When a conman arrives he dupes her into selling him a picture at a knock-down price. (S3, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 10:00 - 10:30

Proof Of Guilt: George is denying murder, even though he was in a locked room with the victim when he was shot. Inspector Walters just can't find any evidence against him. (S3, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tomorrow 10:30 - 11:00

Vengeance Is Mine Inc: Mrs Wilbur gets more than she bargained for when she calls upon the services of Tom and George, two actors from New York who are hell bent on revenge. (S3, ep 4) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Tomorrow 11:00 - 12:00

The Dark Pool: After an adopted son drowns, a strange woman claims to be the boy's birth mother and proceeds to blackmail the adoptive mother. (S1, ep 28) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Tomorrow 12:00 - 13:00

Dear Uncle George: A syndicated advice columnist receives a letter from an old busybody which leads the journalist to irrationality - and ultimately murder. (S1, ep 29) [S]

Julie Andrews Forever

Tomorrow 13:00 - 14:00

Film offering a glimpse into the career of the Oscar-winning Mary Poppins actress, and delving behind the squeaky-clean image to reveal a much more torturous career. [S,AD]

Classic Movies: The Dam Busters

Tomorrow 14:00 - 15:00

New. Classic Movies - The Dam Busters: The Dam Busters begins in 1942, where a bespectacled man plays marbles with his children under a silver sky. (S3, ep 3) [S]

Take Me High (1973)

Tomorrow 15:00 - 16:40

A banker ends up in Birmingham to save a failing eatery, but bonds with the owner to co-found a glamorous new burger bar. [S]

An American In Paris

Tomorrow 16:40 - 19:00

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]

Jeff Beck: Live At Ronnie Scott's

Tomorrow 19:00 - 21:00

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]

The Jeff Beck Story: Still On the Run

Tomorrow 21:00 - 23:00

Documentary on the life and musical evolution of Jeff Beck, one of most innovative guitarists in history. Includes interviews with Jimmy Page, Slash and more icons. [S]

Muddy Waters & The Rolling Stones

Tomorrow 23:00 - 01:00

Live At The Checkerboard Lounge. Filmed in 1981, The Rolling Stones join Muddy Waters to perform classic hits, including Mannish Boy and Baby Please Don't Go. [S]

Sun May 18
The Rolling Stones: Live At The Marquee

Sunday 01:00 - 02:00

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

The Who: The Kids Are Alright

Sunday 02:00 - 04:10

This pioneering rock music documentary combines US TV footage, television appearances, production crew and fan-shot footage of rock legends The Who. [S]

Discovering: The Mamas & The Papas

Sunday 04:10 - 04:40

A fascinating look at The Mamas and The Papas, the American folk rock group whose easygoing vocal harmonies provided the soundtrack to the late 60s. (S5, ep 12) [S]

Discovering: James Brown

Sunday 04:40 - 05:05

A fascinating look at the life and career of James Brown. Dubbed 'the Godfather of Soul', he was one of the most iconic figures in music up until his death in 2006. (S5, ep 13) [S]

Discovering: Stevie Wonder

Sunday 05:05 - 05:35

Music journalists examine the life and music of Stevie Wonder, the iconic figure whose hits include You Are the Sunshine of My Life and Superstition. (S5, 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]

The Sound Of Music Live

Sunday 06:00 - 08:25

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]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 08:25 - 09:00

A Girl Can't Always Have Everything: Struggling actresses Suzy and Pat meet Herbert, a wealthy widower. Seductive Suzy enjoys his money, but things soon don't look so rosy. (S3, ep 5) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:00 - 09:30

Parson's Pleasure: Cyril Boggis makes a profitable living as a rogue antiques dealer. But when he buys Farmer Rummins' valuable furniture, his luck may be about to run out. (S3, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 09:30 - 10:00

The Stinker: When millionaire Jack runs into Harold, a boy he bullied at school, he gives him a job. But Harold soon suspects his wife of having an affair with his new boss. (S3, ep 7) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:00 - 10:30

I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Sunday 10:30 - 11:00

The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 11:00 - 12:00

Run for Doom: A young doctor continues to date a beautiful showgirl in spite of warnings that her three previous marriages ended badly for her past husbands. (S1, ep 30) [S]

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Sunday 12:00 - 13:00

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]

Garbo: Where Did You Go?

Sunday 13:00 - 14:55

Beautiful, talented, sombre and enigmatic, a troubled genius with a proclivity for solitude, Greta Garbo is still considered one of the greatest Hollywood actresses of all time. [S]

Jethro Tull: Live At Montreux 2003

Sunday 14:55 - 17:25

In 2003, Jethro Tull visited the Montreux Festival. Split into a semi-acoustic first half and an electric second half, watch their extraordinary concert here. [S]

Ray Charles: Live At Montreux

Sunday 17:25 - 18:55

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

Tina Turner: What's Love Live

Sunday 18:55 - 21:00

Tina Turner brings the house down at the Blockbuster Pavilion in San Bernardino, California, on her legendary What's Love tour in 1993. Contains flashing images. [S]

Classic Movies: The Dam Busters

Sunday 21:00 - 22:00

New. Classic Movies - The Dam Busters: The Dam Busters begins in 1942, where a bespectacled man plays marbles with his children under a silver sky. (S3, ep 3) [S]

The Agatha Christie Hour

Sunday 22:00 - 23:00

Case of the Middle Aged Wife: Deeply unhappy with her husband's behaviour at work, Maria Packington approaches the young typist he's taken an interest in. (S1, ep 1) [S,AD]

National Theatre Live: Othello

Sunday 23:00 - 01:40

Wed in secret, Desdemona and Othello crave a new life together. But as unseen forces conspire against them, they find their future is not theirs to decide. [S]

Mon May 19
Will's Book: Shakespeare's First Folio

Monday 01:40 - 02:55

The story of how, 400 years ago, two actors and friends of William Shakespeare took on the task of saving his work for posterity in one book, the First Folio. [S]

Women Who Rock

Monday 02:55 - 04:10

Defiance: Take a trip back to the 1970s, a game-changing decade which brought new sounds and icons like Nancy Wilson and Joan Jett, plus rockers such as Debbie Harry. (2 of 4) [S,AD]

The Great Songwriters

Monday 04:10 - 05:10

Mike Scott / The Waterboys: The Waterboys' frontman talks songwriting and his life in music, and performs a selection of the band's tracks including The Whole of the Moon. (S4, ep 2) [S]

Discovering: Roy Orbison

Monday 05:10 - 05:35

Music journalists examine the life and music of Roy Orbison, the rock'n'roll hall of fame legend behind hits Oh, Pretty Woman, Only the Lonely and Crying. (S5, ep 15) [S]

Discovering: Elvis Costello

Monday 05:35 - 06:00

Music journalists examine the life and music of Elvis Costello, who exploded on to the late 70s new wave scene with raw energy and ingenious songwriting. (S5, ep 17) [S]

Michael Flatley Lord Of The Dance

Monday 06:00 - 07:50

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]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 07:50 - 08:25

New. Sunset Oval: Bob uses a golden selection of colours in this gorgeous mountain scene, all inside a unique oval shape on canvas. (S11, ep 8) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Monday 08:25 - 09:00

Winter Barn: In this masterpiece, Bob conjures up magic as he paint a soft sky and a homely cabin nestled in a snow-blanketed meadow. (S11, ep 9) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:00 - 09:30

Parson's Pleasure: Cyril Boggis makes a profitable living as a rogue antiques dealer. But when he buys Farmer Rummins' valuable furniture, his luck may be about to run out. (S3, ep 6) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 09:30 - 10:00

The Stinker: When millionaire Jack runs into Harold, a boy he bullied at school, he gives him a job. But Harold soon suspects his wife of having an affair with his new boss. (S3, ep 7) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:00 - 10:30

Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 10:30 - 11:00

Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32) [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Monday 11:00 - 12:00

Holy Trinity Church, Paris: A look at the spectacular building, crafted by architect Jean-Michael Wilmotte and estimated to have cost 100 million euros. (S2, ep 7) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2023

Monday 12:00 - 13:00

Joan Bakewell: After making it through to the semi-final, the final three artists are tasked with painting Portrait's very own Dame Joan Bakewell. (S10, ep 10) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:00 - 13:30

I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 13:30 - 14:00

The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]

The Art Mysteries

Monday 14:00 - 14:30

Melencolia I, by Albrecht Durer: Created in 1514 and widely regarded as the greatest print ever made, Durer's Melencolia has defied all attempts to understand it. (S3, ep 1) [S,AD]

The Art Mysteries

Monday 14:30 - 15:00

Fountain by Marcel Duchamp: Voted the most influential artwork of the 20th century, Marcel Duchamp's upturned urinal changed the course of art - creating 'conceptual art'. (S3, ep 2) [S,AD]

The Art Of Architecture

Monday 15:00 - 16:00

Southern Cross Station, Melbourne, Australia: A look at the railway station designed by veteran architect Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, who also designed Waterloo International. (S2, ep 8) [S]

Discovering: Harvey Keitel

Monday 16:00 - 17:00

A glimpse into the life and career of Academy Award-nominated actor Harvey Keitel, who has featured in Thelma & Louise, Reservoir Dogs and Bugsy. (S12, ep 12) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2023

Monday 17:00 - 18:00

Winners Story: The winner embarks on their £10,000 prize commission to create a portrait of Dr Jane Goodall for the National Portrait Gallery. (S10, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:00 - 18:30

Would You Believe It: Two archaeologists working in Jordan get more than they bargain for when they decide to smuggle the statue of a mysterious woman over the border to Israel. (S4, ep 1) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Monday 18:30 - 19:00

Vicious Circle: When an elderly lady catches a burglar trying to rob her, she decides to help him go straight. But she has to take a different approach when he refuses to change. (S4, ep 2) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:00 - 19:30

The Dusty Drawer: A man seeks revenge on a bank clerk who once stole some money from him. (S4, ep 33) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Monday 19:30 - 20:00

A True Account: A woman consults an attorney about her husband, whom she believes is a murderer. (S4, ep 34) [S]

Andre Rieu: Love Songs

Monday 20:00 - 21:15

King of the Waltz Andre Rieu performs some of time's greatest love songs in the picturesque settings of Mallorca, Tuscany and the Dordogne. [S]

Andre Rieu: I Lost My Heart In Heidelberg

Monday 21:15 - 23:15

The violin sensation leads a spectacular musical tour of the German town, giving sensational performances from a romantic ruined castle and a boat on the river Neckar. [S]

Classic FM Live: Greatest Hits Hits of Opera

Monday 23:15 - 01:30

The Royal Albert Hall comes to life with hits from the world of opera. Hosted by Alexander Armstrong and Myleene Klass and filmed in April 2023. [S]

Tue May 20
Lesley Garrett: The South Bank Show Originals

Tuesday 01:30 - 02:00

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]

New: The Brontes by Anita Rani: Sisters of Disruption

Tuesday 02:00 - 03:00

New. Anita Rani explores the Brontë sisters and their enduring influence, tracking the impact Anne, Charlotte and Emily have had on millions of readers. [S]

Sky Arts Book Club Summer Reads Summer Reads Special

Tuesday 03:00 - 04:00

Elizabeth Day and Andi Oliver welcome Caleb Azumah Nelson to the Sky Arts Book Club, where the Costa First Novel Award-winning author discusses Open Water. [S]

Play In A Day

Tuesday 04:00 - 05:00

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]

The Art Of Architecture

Tuesday 05:00 - 06:00

Southern Cross Station, Melbourne, Australia: A look at the railway station designed by veteran architect Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, who also designed Waterloo International. (S2, ep 8) [S]

Cirque Du Soleil: Luzia

Tuesday 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

Tuesday 07:45 - 08:20

Sunset Over the Waves: Bob paints dramatic, crashing waves with golden, pink and mauve tones as he creates an awe-inspiring seascape on canvas. (S11, ep 10) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Tuesday 08:20 - 08:55

Golden Glow: Bob perfectly demonstrates how to make a snow scene glow as he paints a glistening pond in the dead of winter. (S11, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 08:55 - 09:30

I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 09:30 - 10:00

The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9) [S,AD]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:00 - 10:30

The Dusty Drawer: A man seeks revenge on a bank clerk who once stole some money from him. (S4, ep 33) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Tuesday 10:30 - 11:00

A True Account: A woman consults an attorney about her husband, whom she believes is a murderer. (S4, ep 34) [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Tuesday 11:00 - 12:00

Southern Cross Station, Melbourne, Australia: A look at the railway station designed by veteran architect Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, who also designed Waterloo International. (S2, ep 8) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2023

Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00

Winners Story: The winner embarks on their £10,000 prize commission to create a portrait of Dr Jane Goodall for the National Portrait Gallery. (S10, ep 11) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:00 - 13:30

Would You Believe It: Two archaeologists working in Jordan get more than they bargain for when they decide to smuggle the statue of a mysterious woman over the border to Israel. (S4, ep 1) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 13:30 - 14:00

Vicious Circle: When an elderly lady catches a burglar trying to rob her, she decides to help him go straight. But she has to take a different approach when he refuses to change. (S4, ep 2) [S]

Art's Wildest Movement: Mannerism

Tuesday 14:00 - 15:00

The Great Escape: The Sack of Rome in 1527 forced many Italian artists to flee abroad, taking the revolutionary art movement with them. (3 of 3) [S,AD]

The Art Of Architecture

Tuesday 15:00 - 16:00

Paris Law Courts: Marvel at the Palais de Justice by Italian architect Renzo Piano, a Pritzker Prize winner noted for buildings such as the New York Times headquarters. (S2, ep 9) [S]

Discovering: Sally Field

Tuesday 16:00 - 17:00

A look at the life and career of the the Academy Award-winning actor whose glittering portfolio includes Norma Rae, Places in the Heart, Mrs Doubtfire and Forrest Gump. (S12, ep 13) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2023

Tuesday 17:00 - 18:00

Best of: Look back on the best moments from the tenth season of Portrait Artist of the Year. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:00 - 18:30

The Boy Who Talked With Animals: When David rescues a giant turtle, it looks as though he's found a new friend. But there could be more to his pet than meets the eye. (S4, ep 3) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tuesday 18:30 - 19:00

Best of Everything: Desperate to win the affections of his boss's daughter, Arthur accepts the help of his friend Charlie. But is he ready to count the true cost of love? (S4, ep 4) [S]

Garbo: Where Did You Go?

Tuesday 19:00 - 21:00

Beautiful, talented, sombre and enigmatic, a troubled genius with a proclivity for solitude, Greta Garbo is still considered one of the greatest Hollywood actresses of all time. [S]

New: The Brontes by Anita Rani: Sisters of Disruption

Tuesday 21:00 - 22:00

New. Anita Rani explores the Brontë sisters and their enduring influence, tracking the impact Anne, Charlotte and Emily have had on millions of readers. [S]

New: Catching Fire: The Story Of Anita Pallenberg

Tuesday 22:00 - 00:10

New. This intimate documentary reveals the story of a fierce rock 'n' roller, actress, muse and mother who rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s. [S]

Wed May 21
Hopper: An American Love Story

Wednesday 00:10 - 01:25

The hugely influential Edward Hopper has had a profound impact on American art - but who is the man behind the paintings? This film takes a dive into the artist's life and career. [S,AD]

David Hockney

Wednesday 01:25 - 02:55

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]

Hepworth

Wednesday 02:55 - 03:55

A look at the life and work of Dame Barbara Hepworth, a pivotal figure in the British art world, with insight from experts and artists her work has influenced. [S]

Play In A Day

Wednesday 03:55 - 04:55

Drama: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (2 of 3) [S]

Arts Uncovered

Wednesday 04:55 - 05:05

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]

The Art Of Architecture

Wednesday 05:05 - 06:00

Paris Law Courts: Marvel at the Palais de Justice by Italian architect Renzo Piano, a Pritzker Prize winner noted for buildings such as the New York Times headquarters. (S2, ep 9) [S]

Jonas Kaufman at Arena Di Verona

Wednesday 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

Wednesday 08:00 - 08:30

Roadside Barn: In this masterpiece, Bob follows an old dirt road up to a quaint country barn nestled in nature's greenery. (S11, ep 12) [S,AD]

The Joy Of Painting

Wednesday 08:30 - 09:00

Happy Accident: Bob creates an immensely satisfying scene on canvas, featuring fluffy trees surrounding the banks of a rushing river. (S11, ep 13) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:00 - 09:30

Would You Believe It: Two archaeologists working in Jordan get more than they bargain for when they decide to smuggle the statue of a mysterious woman over the border to Israel. (S4, ep 1) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 09:30 - 10:00

Vicious Circle: When an elderly lady catches a burglar trying to rob her, she decides to help him go straight. But she has to take a different approach when he refuses to change. (S4, ep 2) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30

Touché: A husband arranges for a young man to kill his wife's latest lover in a duel. (S4, ep 35) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 10:30 - 11:00

Invitation to an Accident: When a cheating wife is in an accident, her jealous husband is confronted about his possible involvement with the incident. (S4, ep 36) [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00

Paris Law Courts: Marvel at the Palais de Justice by Italian architect Renzo Piano, a Pritzker Prize winner noted for buildings such as the New York Times headquarters. (S2, ep 9) [S]

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2023

Wednesday 12:00 - 13:00

Best of: Look back on the best moments from the tenth season of Portrait Artist of the Year. (S10, ep 12) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:00 - 13:30

The Boy Who Talked With Animals: When David rescues a giant turtle, it looks as though he's found a new friend. But there could be more to his pet than meets the eye. (S4, ep 3) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 13:30 - 14:00

Best of Everything: Desperate to win the affections of his boss's daughter, Arthur accepts the help of his friend Charlie. But is he ready to count the true cost of love? (S4, ep 4) [S]

Wordsworth & Coleridge Road Trip with Frank Skinner and Denise Mina

Wednesday 14:00 - 15:00

The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. (2 of 3) [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Wednesday 15:00 - 16:00

Expo 2020: For the last episode in the series, head to Dubai where 190 pavilions take us back to the future, not only in their contents but in their cutting-edge design. (S2, ep 10) [S]

Discovering: Tom Hanks

Wednesday 16:00 - 17:00

A glimpse into the life and career of the Academy Award-winning Hollywood star, known for his excellent work in films such as Forrest Gump and The Green Mile. (S13, ep 1) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2024

Wednesday 17:00 - 18:00

Dunnottar Castle: Stephen Mangan heads to spectacular Dunnottar Castle in Aberdeenshire, where eight artists are competing for a spot in the semi-final. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:00 - 18:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Wednesday 18:30 - 19:00

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:00 - 19:30

Arthur: A chicken farmer murders his gold-digging girlfriend but the police can't convict him without the body. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Wednesday 19:30 - 20:00

The Crystal Trench: The loyal widow of a man killed in a mountain-climbing accident recovers his body 20 years later. [S]

Discovering: Janis Joplin

Wednesday 20:00 - 20:30

A look at the life and music of Janis Joplin. Known for her powerful, blues-inspired vocals, she rose to fame in the late 1960s before dying of a drug overdose in 1970. (S5, ep 7) [S]

Lily & Lolly: The Forgotten Yeats Sisters

Wednesday 20:30 - 22:00

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]

The Brontes by Anita Rani: Sisters of Disruption

Wednesday 22:00 - 23:00

New. Anita Rani explores the Brontë sisters and their enduring influence, tracking the impact Anne, Charlotte and Emily have had on millions of readers. [S]

Hitchcock On Grierson

Wednesday 23:00 - 00:00

Legendary film director Alfred Hitchcock pays tribute to documentary pioneer, John Grierson, exploring what made his work so extraordinary and influential. [S]

Thu May 22
Cold War & Cinema

Thursday 00:00 - 01:00

The Cold War Begins 1945-1960: The captivating full story of the relations between the United States and the Soviet Union as they fought together as allies amid rife tension. (1 of 3) [S,AD]

Discovering Westerns On Film

Thursday 01:00 - 02:30

Leading British film critics Ian Nathan, Derek Malcolm and Stephen Armstrong review their greatest Western films. [S]

Hey, Boo: Harper Lee And 'To Kill a Mockingbird'

Thursday 02:30 - 04:00

Documentary exploring the life of the late Harper Lee, shedding light on the context and history of her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. [S]

Play In A Day

Thursday 04:00 - 05:00

Musical Theatre: Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production. (3 of 3) [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Thursday 05:00 - 06:00

Expo 2020: For the last episode in the series, head to Dubai where 190 pavilions take us back to the future, not only in their contents but in their cutting-edge design. (S2, ep 10) [S]

Andre Rieu: I Lost My Heart In Heidelberg

Thursday 06:00 - 08:00

The violin sensation leads a spectacular musical tour of the German town, giving sensational performances from a romantic ruined castle and a boat on the river Neckar. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:00 - 08:30

Golden Knoll: Bob conjures up a beautiful scene featuring delicate, leafless trees and a grassy meadow cuddling a sweet cottage. (S12, ep 1) [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Thursday 08:30 - 09:00

Mountain Reflections: Using his inimitable brushstrokes on canvas, Bob takes a trip to a beautiful lake hideaway nestled below a towering mountain. (S12, ep 2) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:00 - 09:30

The Boy Who Talked With Animals: When David rescues a giant turtle, it looks as though he's found a new friend. But there could be more to his pet than meets the eye. (S4, ep 3) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 09:30 - 10:00

Best of Everything: Desperate to win the affections of his boss's daughter, Arthur accepts the help of his friend Charlie. But is he ready to count the true cost of love? (S4, ep 4) [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:00 - 10:30

Arthur: A chicken farmer murders his gold-digging girlfriend but the police can't convict him without the body. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 10:30 - 11:00

The Crystal Trench: The loyal widow of a man killed in a mountain-climbing accident recovers his body 20 years later. [S]

The Art Of Architecture

Thursday 11:00 - 12:00

Expo 2020: For the last episode in the series, head to Dubai where 190 pavilions take us back to the future, not only in their contents but in their cutting-edge design. (S2, ep 10) [S]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2024

Thursday 12:00 - 13:00

Dunnottar Castle: Stephen Mangan heads to spectacular Dunnottar Castle in Aberdeenshire, where eight artists are competing for a spot in the semi-final. (S9, ep 1) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:00 - 13:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 13:30 - 14:00

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

Wonderland: From JM Barrie to JRR Tolkien

Thursday 14:00 - 15:00

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. (3 of 4) [S]

The Art Of Architecture: Great Museums Of The World

Thursday 15:00 - 16:00

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]

Discovering: Denzel Washington

Thursday 16:00 - 17:00

Denzel Washington: A look at the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning star of Glory, Training Day, Malcolm X and many more acclaimed films. (S13, ep 2) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2024

Thursday 17:00 - 18:00

Liverpool Docks: In the second heat, eight artists and 50 wildcards are taking on Liverpool's historic docks. The winner will go through to the semi-final. (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:00 - 18:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Thursday 18:30 - 19:00

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 19:00 - 19:30

Appointment at Eleven: An angry young man accurately predicts an impending death. With Amy Douglass and Norma Crane. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Thursday 19:30 - 20:00

Coyote Moon: A professor traveling across the country outwits three larcenous hitchhikers. Macdonald Carey stars. [S]

New: Classic Movies: Scott Of The Antarctic

Thursday 20:00 - 21:00

New. Classic Movies - Scott of the Antarctic: From Charles Frend, the 1948 drama tells the tale of Robert Falcon Scott's failed attempt to reach the South Pole. (S3, ep 4) [S]

The Fortune Cookie

Thursday 21:00 - 23:20

A crooked lawyer persuades his brother-in-law to feign a serious injury in order to collect a big insurance payout. (1966) [S]

The Directors

Thursday 23:20 - 00:20

A look at the life of the legendary filmmaker, whose films include the Academy Award-winning The Departed, The Wolf of Wall Street and Gangs of New York. (S5, ep 3) [S]

Fri May 23
Peter O'Toole: Along The Sky Road to Aqaba

Friday 00:20 - 02:20

Feature documentary reflecting on Peter O'Toole's towering theatrical legacy. Includes interviews with Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Derek Jacobi and Stephen Fry. [S]

Up Late With Nicola Benedetti

Friday 02:20 - 04:00

At the home of the Edinburgh International Festival. Violin virtuoso Nicola Benedetti presents a stunning showcase of classical music in front of a live audience. (1 of 2) [S]

Landmark

Friday 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]

The Art Of Architecture: Great Museums Of The World

Friday 05:00 - 06:00

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]

La Traviata

Friday 06:00 - 08:05

OperaGlass Works reinvents La Traviata as a film with a diverse cast, stunning dancers and a fresh, lively take on the classic opera. [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:05 - 08:35

Secluded Mountain: In this masterpiece, Bob creates an atmospheric mountain scene with soft, sloping grass cover, a crystal lake and rock banks. (S12, ep 3) [S]

The Joy Of Painting

Friday 08:35 - 09:05

Bright Autumn Trees: Bob gives a lesson in how to capture the unique colours of autumn as he paints trees and bushes surrounding a river with oranges and yellows. (S12, ep 4) [S]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:05 - 09:35

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 09:35 - 10:00

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:00 - 10:30

Appointment at Eleven: An angry young man accurately predicts an impending death. With Amy Douglass and Norma Crane. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 10:30 - 11:00

Coyote Moon: A professor traveling across the country outwits three larcenous hitchhikers. Macdonald Carey stars. [S]

The Art Of Architecture: Great Museums Of The World

Friday 11:00 - 12:00

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]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2024

Friday 12:00 - 13:00

Liverpool Docks: In the second heat, eight artists and 50 wildcards are taking on Liverpool's historic docks. The winner will go through to the semi-final. (S9, ep 2) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:00 - 13:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 13:30 - 14:00

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

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Friday 14:00 - 15:00

With one week to go before the World Pipe Band Championships, the three bands are sharpening their competitive performances. Plus, we meet the next generation of piping stars. (2 of 3) [S,AD]

The Art Of Architecture: Great Opera Houses of the World

Friday 15:00 - 16:00

Take a stroll around the rebuilt La Fenice in Venice, the stunning Sydney Opera House, the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia in Valencia and more. [S]

Discovering: Whoopi Goldberg

Friday 16:00 - 17:00

A look into the life and career of one of Hollywood's most recognisable stars, known for her work in The Colour Purple, Sister Act, Glory and more. (S12, ep 3) [S,AD]

Landscape Artist Of The Year 2024

Friday 17:00 - 18:00

Hever Lake: Stephen Mangan visits Hever Castle for the third heat, where eight artists and 50 wildcards are looking towards the castle's Italianate loggia. (S9, ep 3) [S,AD]

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:00 - 18:30

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

Tales Of The Unexpected

Friday 18:30 - 19:00

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

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:00 - 19:30

No Pain: A man destined to live in an iron lung fears for his life after learning of his wife's infidelity. Brian Keith and Jonna Moore star. [S]

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Friday 19:30 - 20:00

Anniversary Gift: Harry Morgan is the hen-pecked husband who plans to give his animal-loving wife a poisonous snake as an anniversary gift. Barbara Baxley also stars. [S]

Meat Loaf: Classic Albums

Friday 20:00 - 21:00

Celebrate the life of Meat Loaf with this look back at the story of one of the most successful LPs of all time. Includes contributions from the late artist himself. (S1, ep 12) [S]

New: Phil Lynott: Songs For Away

Friday 21:00 - 23:30

New. The story of how a Phil Lynott, young black boy from working-class 1950s Dublin, became Ireland's Greatest Rock Star.

Shane MacGowan & The Popes

Friday 23:30 - 00:45

Live At Montreux. Shane MacGowan and The Popes lit up Montreux in 1995, blending The Snake tracks, Pogues classics and a double dose of Hippy Hippy Shake! [S]

Sat May 24
The Chieftains: Down The Old Plank Road - The Nashville Sessions

Saturday 00:45 - 03:05

A unique collaboration between the Irish band and many top country music stars. [S]