Fellini by Fellini
Explore the life and story of Federico Fellini, one of the most decorated directors in the history of cinema, with an intimate look at his works and values through archival footage.
Hammer
From a back office in London to its iconic status within the horror film genre, celebrate Hammer Horror's 90th anniversary. With contributions from Tim Burton.
Voices Of Ireland
A Sky Original two-part series hosted by Imelda May exploring Ireland's rich history of literary talent - often inspired by a land embellished in natural beauty. (2 of 2).
Music Icons
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).
Music Icons
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).
Edward Scissorhands
Bourne's Dance Version Of Tim Burton's Classic. Matthew Bourne's reimagining of Tim Burton's movie, featuring the beautiful music of Danny Elfman and Terry Davies.
The Joy Of Painting
Waterside Way: Bob paints a wilderness path leading to a still lake, accented with an abundance of trees around its edge. (S8, ep 4).
The Joy Of Painting
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A Very Moral Theft: A dishonest businessman attempts to hoodwink his girlfriend into supplying him with money. Betty Field and Walter Matthau star.
Stephen Frears
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).
Portrait Artist Of The Year 2024
Best of: A new group of aspiring artists from across the UK vie for the coveted 2024 Portrait Artist of the Year title. (S11, ep 12).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
In Normandy
In Normandy: David Hockney: The celebrated artist discusses his life and work with Melvyn Bragg in his Normandy studio, revealing his influences, inspirations and plans to keep on painting.
John Carpenter
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).
Discovering
Jeremy Irons: Take a look back at the glittering career of multi award-winning British actor Jeremy Irons. (S14, ep 9).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
Hampton Court: Eight artists are lined up in front of the palace's baroque east front. The winner will go to the semi-final and be closer to the prize. (S10, ep 1).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
The Lottery Winners At Isle of Wight Festival
New. Lottery Winners at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. (S1, ep 1).
The Corrs At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. The Corrs at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. With Corrs. (S1, ep 2).
Amy McDonald At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Amy McDonald at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. (S1, ep 3).
Example At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Example at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. With Example. (S1, ep 4).
Sting At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Sting at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. (S1, ep 5).
Sting At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Sting at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. (S1, ep 6).
Dean Lewis At Isle Of Wight Festival
Dean Lewis at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. (S1, ep 7).
Faithless At Isle Of Wight Festival
Faithless at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. With Faithless. (S1, ep 8).
Isle Of Wight Festival 2025
Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. (S1, ep 9).
Clean Bandit At Isle Of Wight Festival
Clean Bandit at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. (S1, ep 10).
Music Icons
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).
Music Icons
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).
Legends
New. Experience the magic of the renowned Montreux Festival, showcasing unforgettable performances and great hits.
Legends
New. Experience the magic of the renowned Montreux Festival, showcasing unforgettable performances and great hits.
Stereophonics
Stereophonics: The Welsh rockers play and discuss Just Enough Education to Perform, their 2001 album which earned them huge global success, at The Clapham Grand. (S1, ep 2).
Discovering
Music journalists discuss the rise of Irish rock band U2, from their humble beginnings in Dublin to finding international superstardom with the Joshua Tree and beyond. (S5, ep 1).
The Phantom Of The Opera At The Royal Albert Hall
Ramin Karimloo and Sierra Boggess star in this special 25th anniversary performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical at London's Royal Albert Hall.
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
New. The Jar: Charlie buys a strange jar at a carnival. His wife is scared of it, but townspeople come from miles to see it and Charlie becomes a local celebrity. (S2, ep 17).
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
Final Escape: A convict plans a clever escape with the help of an alcoholic fellow prisoner who's in charge of making coffins and burying the camp's deceased. (S2, ep 18).
Alec Guinness
Recounted through family, friends and peers, explore the brilliant career of late Oscar winner Alec Guinness - beginning with his 1934 debut at the Playhouse Theatre.
Celine Dion
The iconic singer performs an electrifying set filled with hits, including tracks from her album Taking Chances and a stunning rendition of My Heart Will Go On.
That's My Story
New. A portrait of blues legend John Lee Hooker, tracing his journey from Mississippi roots to becoming the Godfather of the Blues and King of the Boogie.
Busted At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. Featuring Busted. (S1, ep 11).
Isle Of Wight Festival 2025
New. Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer.
Paul Heaton With Rianne...
Downey at the Isle of Wight Festival. New. Paul Heaton with Rianne Downey at The Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. (S1, ep 13).
The Script At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. The Script at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring The Script. (S1, ep 14).
English Teacher At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. English Teacher at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. (S1, ep 15).
Yard Act At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Yard Act at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring Yard Act. (S1, ep 16).
Stereophonics At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Stereophonics at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring Stereophonics. (S1, ep 17).
Supergrass At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Supergrass at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring Supergrass. (S1, ep 18).
Primal Scream
A look into the unique sound of rock band Primal Scream, formed by Bobby Gillespie and Jim Beattie in the 80s. (S3, ep 6).
Greatest Guitar Riffs
New. Tony Iommi: Black Sabbath: The Black Sabbath guitarist reveals how he created the riffs that changed rock forever. Queen's Brian May joins Tony at his home studio for a jam. (S1, ep 1).
Journey
The story of Journey, one of the world's best-selling bands of all time. Many of their hits, including Don't Stop Believin', remain firmly embedded in popular culture. (S3, ep 3).
The Ronnie Wood Show
Ronnie Wood welcomes Simply Red star Mick Hucknall. Wood shares anecdotes about Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while Hucknall picks songs by Bob Dylan and Buddy Guy. (S1, ep 6).
The Ronnie Wood Show
Ronnie and Primal Scream's Bobby Gillespie reminisce over the post-punk era while listening to music from Jerry Lee Lewis, Velvet Underground and Public Image Ltd. (S1, ep 7).
London Calling
Boy George, Steve Norman and sleeve art legend Storm Thorgerson discuss how pioneering album art has helped to define British bands including Pink Floyd and the Sex Pistols. (3 of 4).
Discovering
Leading music critics reflect on the life and career of former Faces front man Rod Stewart, one of the best-selling artists of all time.
Discovering
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.
Andre Rieu Royale
Concert Live In Amsterdam. Andre Rieu performs songs, including a specially-penned Coronation Waltz, at the investiture of King Willem Alexander and Queen Maxima on 30 April 2013.
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
Murder Case: An actor learns that his ex, an actress, is now married to her play's backer. They rekindle their romance and plot to get her out of her marriage. (S2, ep 19).
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
Anyone For Murder?: A psychology professor places an ad offering to help spouses get rid of their other halves, grabbing the police's attention. Trouble ensues. (S2, ep 20).
Bagpipes - A Celebration
Bagpipes: A Celebration showcases Scotland's iconic bagpipe music with stunning landscapes, top pipe bands, soloists, and rich musical history.
Both Sides Now
Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970. Canadian folk singer Joni Mitchell delivers an emotional, triumphant performance at the tumultuous Isle of Wight Festival of 1970.
Bryan Adams
The Royal Albert Hall May 2024. New. Bryan Adams takes to the stage at London's iconic Royal Albert Hall to perform his classic album Reckless.
Tina Turner
Live At Wembley Stadium 2000. Tina Turner takes the stage at Wembley Stadium as the Queen of Rock'n'Roll puts on an electrifying performance as part of her Twenty Four Seven tour.
Texas At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Texas at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring Texas. (S1, ep 19).
Alison Moyet At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Alison Moyet at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring Alison Moyet. (S1, ep 20).
Olly Murs At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Olly Murs at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring Olly Murs. (S1, ep 21).
Jess Glynne At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. Jess Glynne at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring Jess Glynne. (S1, ep 22).
Isle Of Wight Festival 2025
New. Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer.
The Lightning Seeds At Isle of Wight Festival
New. The Lighting Seeds at Isle of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring The Lighting Seeds. (S1, ep 18).
James At Isle Of Wight Festival
New. James At Isle Of Wight Festival: Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival. Featuring James. (S1, ep 26).
Foreigner
A glimpse into the career of one of the world's best-selling bands of all time, and the hitmakers of the anthem I Want To Know What Love Is. (S3, ep 10).
Pat Benatar
A look into the life and career of the four-time Grammy Award-winning rock singer, who gained popularity with songs like We Belong and Hit Me With Your Best Shot. (S3, ep 5).
Rory Gallagher - Ghost Blues
The Edge, Bill Wyman, Bob Geldof, Slash and Martin Carthy are among those who pay tribute to the pioneer of Irish rock, discussing his life, influence on their music and his legacy.
The Ronnie Wood Show
Former Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash joins Ronnie Wood to discuss his love of rock'n'roll and listen to the tracks that have helped shape his distinguished career. (S1, ep 8).
The Ronnie Wood Show
Ronnie Wood invites Jamaican ska and reggae legend Toots Hibbert to jam along to his favourite tracks, including hits from Jimmy Cliff and Willie Nelson. (S1, ep 9).
Led Zeppelin
Featuring extensive interviews and rare recordings of their performances, this is the definitive critical review of legendary English rock band Led Zeppelin. (1 of 4).
Music Icons
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).
Music Icons
A look at the evolution of progressive rock. As the 70s dawned, bands were freed from the limitations of four-minute songs and began to create more complex music. (S4, ep 9).
Venice
A special and powerful concert to raise awareness of climate change held at the Teatro La Fenice, with Richard Wagner, Jacques Offenbach and more.
Sing When You Are Winning:...
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.
The Joy Of Painting
Bubbling Mountain Brook: Bob paints a playful brook that perfectly complements the backdrop of a rugged mountain range. (S8, ep 6).
The Joy Of Painting
Winter Hideaway: Bob places a lonesome cabin - the perfect respite for a weary traveller - in the middle of a snowy setting. (S8, ep 7).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
John Carpenter
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).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
Hampton Court: Eight artists are lined up in front of the palace's baroque east front. The winner will go to the semi-final and be closer to the prize. (S10, ep 1).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Camille Pissarro
Camille Pissarro followed a dramatic path and through it all, wrote extensively as this film reveals his life and work.
Steven Spielberg
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).
Discovering
Emma Thompson: Explore the career of one of Britain's most celebrated actresses and screenwriters, Dame Emma Thompson. (S14, ep 10).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
Snowdon: In the second heat, eight artists are taking on the magnificent Yr Wyddfa or Mount Snowdon. (S10, ep 2).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Andre Rieu
The much-loved violinist is joined by fantastic soloists on a languid summer's night, for songs including You Raise Me Up. From the beautiful island garden of Mainau.
Isle Of Wight Festival Highlights 2025
New. Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer.
Have You Got It Yet? The...
Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd. Follow the tragic journey of Syd Barrett - the original singer of Pink Floyd - as interviews with those closest to him detail his downfall.
Have You Got It Yet? The...
Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd. Follow the tragic journey of Syd Barrett - the original singer of Pink Floyd - as interviews with those closest to him detail his downfall.
The Cimarons
Discover the fascinating story of The Cimarons - the first UK band to embrace the thrilling new sound coming out of Jamaica - and follow the band's final chapter.
Gillian Anderson
Melvyn meets the renowned actress at the Young Vic in London, where they discuss her career. She also performs an an exclusive reading as Margaret Thatcher. (1 of 4).
National Trust
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).
Cirque Du Soleil
Discover a world of wonders in the Cabinet of Curiosities, a steampunk-inspired spectacle that asks you to close our eyes and trust your imagination.
The Joy Of Painting
Majestic Pine: Bob paints a golden field of pines and greenery inside the unique shape of a tapered rectangle. (S8, ep 8).
The Joy Of Painting
Cactus at Sunset: Bob paints a path of cacti and rocks that leads up to a dramatic, fiery red sky in the background. (S8, ep 9).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Steven Spielberg
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).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
Snowdon: In the second heat, eight artists are taking on the magnificent Yr Wyddfa or Mount Snowdon. (S10, ep 2).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Anyone Can Sing
Faced with participants who simply cannot sing, the ENO's world-class voice coaches set out on a journey of vocal transformation and narrow the group down to six. (1 of 4).
The Coen Brothers
The Coen Brothers: A look at the life and careers of the superstar directing duo, known for films such as True Grit and the Oscar-winning Fargo. (S7, ep 2).
Discovering
John Travolta: An exploration of the life and career of a film superstar. From Grease to Pulp Fiction, the award-winning John Travolta is a cultural icon. (S14, ep 11).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
Clifton Suspension Bridge: Stephen Mangan is in Bristol, where our pods are lined up on a terrace overlooking the Clifton Suspension Bridge. (S10, ep 3).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Discovering
From a child model to an Academy Award nominated performance in Taxi Driver, this is the story of Jodie Foster's life and breakthrough to Hollywood. (S13, ep 4).
Guy Garvey
1980: The likes of The Selecter and The Beat lead the British Ska revival. Plus, early performances from U2 and Iron Maiden, and classic appearances from The Jam and more. (1 of 5).
Isle Of Wight Festival Highlights 2025
New. Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer.
Electric Lady Studios
See how Electric Lady Studios became the state of the art recording space inspired by Jimi Hendrix's vision, rising from the rubble of a Greenwich Village nightclub.
Electric Lady Studios
See how Electric Lady Studios became the state of the art recording space inspired by Jimi Hendrix's vision, rising from the rubble of a Greenwich Village nightclub.
Cold War Steve Meets The Outside World
Film following the acclaimed Birmingham-based artist, known for his controversial satirical collages, as he embarks on a UK-wide, outdoor art installation.
Bernardine Evaristo
Melvyn Bragg talks to writer Bernardine Evaristo, the first black woman to win the Booker Prize, about her life, her work and her determination to succeed. (2 of 4).
National Trust
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).
Gilbert & Sullivan
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.
Peter And The Wolf
Narrated by acclaimed actress Miriam Margolyes, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, with Principal Conductor Nicholas Carter, presents Sergei Prokofiev's classic children's tale.
The Joy Of Painting
Mountain Range: Guest painter Steve Ross uses an array of colour in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake. (S8, ep 10).
The Joy Of Painting
Lonely Retreat: Bob uses blue and red highlights to accentuate the drama and beauty of a snow-covered cabin at sunset. (S8, ep 11).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
The Coen Brothers
The Coen Brothers: A look at the life and careers of the superstar directing duo, known for films such as True Grit and the Oscar-winning Fargo. (S7, ep 2).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
Clifton Suspension Bridge: Stephen Mangan is in Bristol, where our pods are lined up on a terrace overlooking the Clifton Suspension Bridge. (S10, ep 3).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Art Traffickers
Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces. (1 of 4).
Wes Anderson
Wes Anderson: An insight into the life and career of an Oscar nominated director, responsible for works such as The Grand Budapest Hotel and Fantastic Mr Fox. (S7, ep 3).
Discovering
Matthew Broderick: Known for standout performances in Ferris Bueller's Day Off and more, this is a look at the life of one of America's most instantly recognisable stars. (S14, ep 12).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
St Pancras Basin: At St Pancras Basin eight artists are lined up along the canal overlooking the busy train lines into Kings Cross and St Pancras stations. (S10, ep 4).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Wonderland
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).
Elton John
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).
Isle Of Wight Festival Highlights 2025
New. Full coverage of the Iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's most legendary highlights of the summer. Flashing images.
Nina Simone
Spotlighting a lost album from one of the most gifted vocalists of her generation, unearth new stories relating to the iconic singer-songwriter Nina Simone. Discriminatory language.
Nina Simone
Spotlighting a lost album from one of the most gifted vocalists of her generation, unearth new stories relating to the iconic singer-songwriter Nina Simone. Discriminatory language.
Alice Walker
Powerful documentary telling the story of Alice Walker's journey from her birth in a paper-thin shack in the cotton fields of Georgia to her recognition as a key 20th-century writer.
Life & Rhymes
Harry Baker, Fury WD, 2 Badda, Lams and Gecko join Benjamin Zephaniah at London's Battersea Park for a celebration of poetry in a unique spoken-word performance show. (1 of 4).
Life & Rhymes
Men's mental health and daily life for transgender women are the topics this week as Benjamin Zephaniah hosts more moving spoken word performances in Battersea Park. (2 of 4).
Benjamin Zephaniah
The ground-breaking performance poet gets candid with Melvyn Bragg as he discusses his life and performs a selection of his most personal poems. (3 of 4).
National Trust
The Vyne: Tour this 16th-century house in Sherborne St John, which dates back to the reign of Henry VIII. It was given to the National Trust in 1958. Narrated by Nigel Havers. (S1, ep 3).
Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Based on the story of Joseph and his coat of many colours, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's first musical comes to the screen. Starring Donny Osmond.
The Joy Of Painting
Northern Lights: Bob uses a black canvas to create the scene of a snowy landscape with the stunning lights of the northern sky. (S8, ep 12).
The Joy Of Painting
Winter Evergreens: Bob creates a beautiful snowy landscape with stately evergreens, warmed by the low-hanging winter sun over distant mountains. (S9, ep 1).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Wes Anderson
Wes Anderson: An insight into the life and career of an Oscar nominated director, responsible for works such as The Grand Budapest Hotel and Fantastic Mr Fox. (S7, ep 3).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
St Pancras Basin: At St Pancras Basin eight artists are lined up along the canal overlooking the busy train lines into Kings Cross and St Pancras stations. (S10, ep 4).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Inside Art Special:Alberta...
Whittle at Venice Biennale. At one of the world's most prestigious festivals, Alberta Whittle represents Scotland as her work is showcased at La Biennale di Venezia.
Inside Art
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Kate Bryan explores a vast collection of work at The Hepworth Wakefield by its namesake - sculptor, Barbara Hepworth.
John Singleton
John Singleton: A look at the life and career of the late John Singleton, whose name came to prominence with the crime drama Boyz n the Hood. (S7, ep 4).
Discovering
William Hurt: Celebrate the career, achievements and life of the late four-time Academy Award-nominated actor William Hurt. (S14, ep 13).
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2025
Quarry: Artists are hoping to create an artwork that catches the eye of judges Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kate Bryan and Kathleen Soriano. (S10, ep 5).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Tales Of The Unexpected
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).
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A Crime for Mothers: A woman struggling with alcoholism attempts to reclaim her estranged daughter, who has been raised by another family.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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.
Discovering
From the Man with No Name to a two-time Academy Award-winning director and Hollywood legend, explore the life and career of actor, filmmaker and politician Clint Eastwood. (S10, ep 3).
Mervyn Leroy
A look at the life and career of the Hollywood filmmaker, famous for directing films such as the Academy Award-nominated Blossoms in the Dust and Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo. (S5, ep 8).
Sean Connery Vs James Bond
Explore the eclectic career of Sean Connery, who, having become a star thanks to James Bond, never stopped trying to shed the image of a sexy, brutal macho that stuck to 007.