Sky Arts TV Guide
The Sky Arts Book Club Summer Reads Special
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.
1h 01:45 – 02:45
Play In A Day
Newly graduated and deprived of opportunities, budding young performers backed by creative teams are given 24 hours to stage a 15 minute production.
1h 02:45 – 03:45
National Trust
Castle Ward: Explore this 18th-century mansion in County Down, famed for its architectural contrasts. Can Classical and Gothic styles work in unity? Narrated by Nigel Havers.
1h 15 min 03:45 – 05:00
Anne-Sophie Mutter, John...
A Celebration. Superstar violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter celebrates her 60th birthday year with a performance she created with her friends and musical colleagues.
2h 10 min 05:00 – 07:10
The Joy Of Painting
Bob paints a wintry scene, featuring a frozen pond and snowdrifts with a warm, rich sky and autumn foliage.
30 min 07:10 – 07:40
The Joy Of Painting
Guest painter Steve Ross creates an oval landscape, featuring blue skies, a frosty mountain, fresh foothills and glistening lake.
30 min 07:40 – 08:10
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
25 min 08:10 – 08:35
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
25 min 08:35 – 09:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A mistress confronts her rich lover's wife hoping to convince the woman to give her husband a divorce.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A sheriff worries about two elderly hermits as an escaped killer remains at large.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
Barry Levinson
Barry Levinson: The life and career of Barry Levinson, an Academy Award-winning director, is one of success. Take a look back at his contributions towards the film industry.
1h 10:00 – 11:00
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.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
30 min 12:00 – 12:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
30 min 12:30 – 13:00
Science Fiction In The Atomic Age
Explore how WWII shifted literature and media, with American tradition dominating post-war in influence and success.
1h 13:00 – 14:00
Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir
Jim and Nancy head to Cornwall in search of the red-billed chough. Local artists Flynn O'Reilly and Sarah Bell join them on their journey.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
Alexander Payne
Alexander Payne: Explore the life and career of the Academy Award-winning American film director Alexander Payne, a man who possesses his own unique filmmaking style.
1h 15:00 – 16:00
Discovering
A look at the life and career of two-time Academy Award-winning British film icon Sir Michael Caine.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money.
30 min 17:00 – 17:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match.
30 min 17:30 – 18:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A woman plots the murder of her penny-pinching uncle with the help of her actress boarder.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A mortician is torn when a dead man awakens to make his own funeral plans.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Discovering
A look at the Academy Award-winning actor, best known for his starring role in Gandhi. He has also appeared in films such as Shutter Island and Iron Man 3.
1h 19:00 – 20:00
Nancy Meyers
A look at the life and career of American filmmaker Nancy Meyers, known for The Parent Trap, The Holiday and Something's Gotta Give.
1h 20:00 – 21:00
Laurel & Hardy
Behind-the-scenes documentary shedding new light on the exciting and turbulent private lives of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy and the genuine friendship between them.
1h 45 min 21:00 – 22:45
The Art Of Film
Uncover the secrets of how studios cultivated the concept of the movie star.
1h 22:45 – 23:45
Liam Gallagher
New. Knebworth 22 tells the story behind Liam's epic return to Knebworth as a solo artist, which saw 170,000 fans attend two sold-out shows.
2h 23:45 – 01:45
Liam Gallagher
New. The greatest rock star of the last 30 years, a man of the people, "the King of Knebworth," gives 160,000 fans hope and joy through his music.
1h 40 min 01:45 – 03:25
Arts Uncovered
A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it.
20 min 03:25 – 03:45
National Trust
Sissinghurst: Take a tour around the castle gardens created by Vita Sackville-West. One of the best-loved gardens in England, it is designed as a series of rooms. Penelope Keith narrates.
1h 15 min 03:45 – 05:00
Classic Quadrophenia
Pete Townshend, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and guest stars, including Alfie Boe, put a classical spin on The Who's 1973 rock opera, Quadrophenia. From the Royal Albert Hall.
1h 35 min 05:00 – 06:35
The Joy Of Painting
Bob paints a breathtaking seascape with a sunset sky and cascading waves, which combine to create a spectacular beach reflection.
30 min 06:35 – 07:05
The Joy Of Painting
In this masterpiece, Bob creates a spectacular scene featuring a towering, snowy mountain looming over a homely cabin nestled in a lush meadow.
30 min 07:05 – 07:35
The Joy Of Painting
Bob paints a cold mountain-scape, featuring a warm sun that overlooks a snowy paradise complete with a gleaming lake.
30 min 07:35 – 08:05
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
25 min 08:05 – 08:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
30 min 08:30 – 09:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A woman plots the murder of her penny-pinching uncle with the help of her actress boarder.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A mortician is torn when a dead man awakens to make his own funeral plans.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
Alexander Payne
Alexander Payne: Explore the life and career of the Academy Award-winning American film director Alexander Payne, a man who possesses his own unique filmmaking style.
1h 10:00 – 11:00
Discovering
A look at the life and career of two-time Academy Award-winning British film icon Sir Michael Caine.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money.
30 min 12:00 – 12:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match.
30 min 12:30 – 13:00
Buster Keaton
A revealing look at how Buster Keaton went from being one of Hollywood's brightest stars in the mid-20s to becoming a sad, solitary alcoholic by 1933.
1h 13:00 – 14:00
Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir
Jim and Nancy are joined by music legend Jools Holland and local artist David Hunt as they travel to Kent to paint the stunning long-eared owl.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
James Cameron
A look at the life and career of a highly-innovative filmmaker known for Titanic, Avatar and The Terminator.
1h 15:00 – 16:00
Discovering
An inside look at the life and career of Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress Jean Simmons.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected.
30 min 17:00 – 17:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy.
30 min 17:30 – 18:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A mother gets involved when she discovers her daughter is seeing a married man.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A killer escapes to an isolated construction site where he suspects a new engineer.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Guy Garvey
1984 Revisited: Guy revisits 1984, a year which sees Frankie Goes To Hollywood and Tom Robinson release war-themed songs. The Pogues, meanwhile, make an early TV appearance.
1h 19:00 – 20:00
Opry Live
New. Prepare to be blown away by performances from Opry member Scotty McCreery, Justin Moore, Sara Evans and Old Crow Medicine Show.
1h 20:00 – 21:00
Elvis '56 Special
Documentary capturing the sights and sounds of the pivotal year in Elvis's journey to become the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Features rare footage, photos and recordings.
1h 20 min 21:00 – 22:20
Elvis
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.
1h 25 min 22:20 – 23:45
Chuck Berry
Film from award-winner Jon Brewer granting unprecedented access into the life of the rock icon. Featuring John Lennon and Alice Cooper.
1h 45 min 23:45 – 01:30
Buddy Holly
Uncover the story of singer-songwriter Buddy Holly's tragically short life and career, with interviews from those closest to him painting a picture of a man who changed music.
1h 15 min 01:30 – 02:45
The Doors - The Doors
Former band members of The Doors discuss their self-titled debut album, which featured The End and Light My Fire, and the lyrical genius of Jim Morrison.
1h 02:45 – 03:45
National Trust
Stourhead: Take a tour of the garden of this spectacular estate, set out in a classic 18th-century design, inspired by the painters Claude, Poussin and Dughet. Narrated by Penelope Keith.
1h 15 min 03:45 – 05:00
Pavarotti In Central Park
Luciano Pavarotti sings live in Central Park, New York, with the Boys Choir of Harlem and members of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in one of his most celebrated performances.
2h 15 min 05:00 – 07:15
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
35 min 07:15 – 07:50
Tales Of The Unexpected
An adulterous magazine editor launches a competition for a story involving the perfect murder. But life soon mirrors art.
35 min 07:50 – 08:25
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
35 min 08:25 – 09:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
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.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
The husband of a successful actress suddenly returns after being thought dead for years. He demands to become a part of her life now that she's a success.
1h 10:00 – 11:00
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
Henpecked husband Gerald Swinney devises a plan to rid himself of his wife and start over again, leading to unexpected consequences.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Neil Diamond
Taking to the stage alongside special guests, Neil Diamond produces a stunning live performance of songs from his 1996 album, Tennessee Moon.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
42nd Street
Broadway song and dance musical extravaganza, featuring the iconic songs We're in the Money, Lullaby of Broadway and Dames.
2h 15 min 13:00 – 15:15
Garbo
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.
1h 55 min 15:15 – 17:10
Abba
A hapless radio DJ tries to land an interview with superstar Swedish pop group Abba during their famous week-long tour of Australia.
1h 50 min 17:10 – 19:00
Paul Weller
In a stripped-back set at London's Royal Festival Hall, Paul Weller performs hits from his early career through to tracks from his 2018 solo album, True Meanings.
1h 19:00 – 20:00
Record On
Paul Weller - Wild Wood: The story of Paul Weller's journey through changing times in the 90s, his new direction in sound and the resulting tour de force that is Wild Wood.
1h 40 min 20:00 – 21:40
The Jam
Classic performance from The Jam, filmed in 1980 at the Westfalenhalle, Germany, featuring hits Going Underground, Start, Eton Rifles and Down in the Tube Station at Midnight.
1h 30 min 21:40 – 23:10
White Riot
An energising film telling the story of a vital national protest movement - Rock Against Racism, formed in 1976 when a group of artists united to take on the National Front.
1h 50 min 23:10 – 01:00
Live At The Waterfront
Taking place at Belfast's Waterfront Hall, this landmark concert showcases Northern Ireland's extensive pool of musical and artistic talent.
2h 01:00 – 03:00
The Great Songwriters
Spandau Ballet's principal songwriter and lead guitarist Gary Kemp, who has also enjoyed a successful solo career, talks about his history and writing process.
1h 03:00 – 04:00
Discovering
A look at the rise of rock opera pioneers The Who, from their formation at school in Acton, London, to their award-winning albums and sell out tours around the world.
30 min 04:00 – 04:30
Discovering
Music experts discuss the life and music of Jimi Hendrix, who wowed audiences in the 1960s with his outrageous electric guitar playing skills and his experimental sound.
30 min 04:30 – 05:00
Andre Rieu
Spectacular hometown concert marking the 25th anniversary of Andre and his Johann Strauss Orchestra. The violinist will also be joined by the 150 Royal Choir Society's Mastreechter Staar.
2h 45 min 05:00 – 07:45
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money.
35 min 07:45 – 08:20
Tales Of The Unexpected
Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match.
35 min 08:20 – 08:55
Tales Of The Unexpected
Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected.
35 min 08:55 – 09:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
One of a bigamist's four wives takes it upon herself to track down and kill the other three women.
1h 10:00 – 11:00
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
After a little boy vanishes in a magic shop, he comes back later with supernatural powers and evil intentions.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Discovering
A look at the life of the three-time Academy Award-winner, whose fruitful career includes acclaimed roles in My Left Foot, Gangs of New York and There Will Be Blood.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
Discovering
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.
1h 13:00 – 14:00
Guy Garvey
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.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
Cream
In one of the most highly anticipated gigs ever, Cream reunite at the Royal Albert Hall - almost 40 years after their farewell concert on the same stage.
2h 30 min 15:00 – 17:30
Eric Clapton
2h 30 min 17:30 – 20:00
Pretenders
1h 15 min 20:00 – 21:15
Nothing Compares
Absorbing documentary charting Sinéad O'Connor's rise to worldwide stardom and the fearless singer's departure from the pop mainstream. Features previously unseen footage.
1h 55 min 21:15 – 23:10
INXS
Immerse yourself in one of the most stunning rock and roll concerts of all time, as INXS perform live in front of 74,000 fans at Wembley Stadium in the summer of 1991.
2h 10 min 23:10 – 01:20
Fleetwood Mac
Rumours: Fleetwood Mac reveal how private turmoil acted as a catalyst in the creation of a Grammy-winning album that went on to sell more than 19 million copies.
1h 15 min 01:20 – 02:35
The Great Songwriters
The Verve's former frontman Richard Ashcroft discusses the art of songwriting and his life in the music industry, and also performs a selection of his tracks.
1h 02:35 – 03:35
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.
30 min 03:35 – 04:05
Discovering
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.
30 min 04:05 – 04:35
Discovering
Music experts discuss the legacy of 1970s brother and sister pop duo the Carpenters, who sang such hits as Close to You and We've Only Just Begun.
25 min 04:35 – 05:00
The Australian Ballet
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.
1h 45 min 05:00 – 06:45
The Joy Of Painting
Bob creates an awe-inspiring summertime landscape, featuring a cabin nestled in a grassy meadow surrounded by trees and bushes.
35 min 06:45 – 07:20
The Joy Of Painting
In this masterpiece, Bob paints a cool blue waterway that winds effortlessly from a snow-topped mountain in the distance.
35 min 07:20 – 07:55
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a clothing manufacturer finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy, he ponders the idea of murdering his wife for the insurance money.
35 min 07:55 – 08:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Steve and Jane are con artists who gain access to people's homes claiming to be doing research into polish. But eventually, they meet their match.
30 min 08:30 – 09:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A mother gets involved when she discovers her daughter is seeing a married man.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A killer escapes to an isolated construction site where he suspects a new engineer.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
James Cameron
A look at the life and career of a highly-innovative filmmaker known for Titanic, Avatar and The Terminator.
1h 10:00 – 11:00
Discovering
An inside look at the life and career of Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress Jean Simmons.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected.
30 min 12:00 – 12:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy.
30 min 12:30 – 13:00
Laurie Lee
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.
1h 13:00 – 14:00
Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir
Scottish musician Edwyn Collins and wife Grace Maxwell join Jim and Nancy as they travel to the Isle of Harris to paint the golden eagle.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
Steven Soderbergh
A look at the life and career of an Oscar-winning director known for his approach and hits such as Erin Brockovich and Ocean's Eleven.
1h 15:00 – 16:00
Discovering
A glimpse into the life and hugely successful career of Academy Award-winning actress and activist, Susan Sarandon.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world.
30 min 17:00 – 17:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist.
30 min 17:30 – 18:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A rich woman refuses to lend money to the man who walks her dog when he requests a loan.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A woman enlists her boyfriend's help to torch her struggling business for the insurance.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Andre Rieu
The British Are Coming!: Join André for the last concert of the summer in Maastricht. He ends the season on a bang, performing Bolero and his Strauss favourites.
1h 19:00 – 20:00
Andre Rieu
Down Under: Head backstage with André in Melbourne as he presents show-stopping songs from his memorable tour of Australia.
1h 20:00 – 21:00
Hans Zimmer
Embrace the cinematic compositions of Hans Zimmer with a concert led by the renowned film score composer himself, as over 70 musicians join him on stage for an extraordinary show.
2h 50 min 21:00 – 23:50
National Theatre Live:. Frankenstein
Childlike yet grotesque, Benedict Cumberbatch's Frankenstein's Creature is cast out by his horror-struck maker - Jonny Lee Miller's Victor Frankenstein.
2h 5 min 23:50 – 01:55
Statues Redressed
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.
1h 50 min 01:55 – 03:45
National Trust
Kingston Lacy: Take a tour of this spectacular garden, which includes a Victorian fernery, a sunken garden made in 1906 and an Iron Age hill fort. Narrated by Penelope Keith.
1h 15 min 03:45 – 05:00
Arts Uncovered
A series of fascinating shorts taking you deeper into the world of art and the people behind it.
20 min 05:00 – 05:20
LSO
Ravel, Say & Rachmaninoff. A Dance to the Music of Time features Ravel, Say and Rachmaninoff, with haunting waltzes, ghostly tales and passionate melodies.
1h 40 min 05:20 – 07:00
The Joy Of Painting
Bob paints an old weathered dwelling, buried deep in the snow and surrounded by protective evergreens.
30 min 07:00 – 07:30
The Joy Of Painting
In this dark, gloomy masterpiece, Bob paints a majestic stand of evergreen trees overlooking flowers growing on a sloping mound.
30 min 07:30 – 08:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Seeking a divorce from his wife, an unhappy husband hires a private eye in the hopes of catching her with another man. But things don't quite go as expected.
30 min 08:00 – 08:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a married politician falls in love with a woman at a party, things soon go wrong and his entire career and reputation are put in jeopardy.
30 min 08:30 – 09:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A rich woman refuses to lend money to the man who walks her dog when he requests a loan.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A woman enlists her boyfriend's help to torch her struggling business for the insurance.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
Steven Soderbergh
A look at the life and career of an Oscar-winning director known for his approach and hits such as Erin Brockovich and Ocean's Eleven.
1h 10:00 – 11:00
Discovering
A glimpse into the life and hugely successful career of Academy Award-winning actress and activist, Susan Sarandon.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world.
30 min 12:00 – 12:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist.
30 min 12:30 – 13:00
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.
1h 13:00 – 14:00
Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir
Jim and Nancy visit the East Yorkshire coast to paint the splendid gannet. They are joined by artists Colin and Jess Self, as well as Jim's mum Audrey.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
Milos Forman
A look at the life and career of Czechoslovakia's most famous and acclaimed filmmaker, known for 1975's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
1h 15:00 – 16:00
Discovering
A look into the life and legacy of Academy Award-winning actor Christopher Plummer, who has sadly passed away.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Fortuneteller Madame Myra thinks she is on to a winner when she meets a man prophesied to come in to a lot of money before dying shortly after.
30 min 17:00 – 17:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
On a long drive through the desert, a couple get their car serviced and are handed an extortionate bill. But they plan on turning the tables.
30 min 17:30 – 18:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A man tries to get away from one woman so he can marry another.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A woman grows suspicious when her fiancé postpones meetings with his mother.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Bill Bailey's Musical Master Crafters
Bill Bailey unleashes his musical passion, speaking to the next generation of young musicians and exploring what it takes to play an instrument in the UK.
1h 19:00 – 20:00
Sky Arts Awards 2025
2h 20:00 – 22:00
Blind Eye Artist
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.
1h 40 min 22:00 – 23:40
Record On
The Specials - A Message to You: Career-spanning documentary from the band's formation to later albums Encore and Protest Songs.
1h 40 min 23:40 – 01:20
Back To Basquiat
In a time of conservatism and racism during the Reagan years, New York artist Jean-Michel Basquiat flourished with brush in hand. Chart his life and work with this documentary.
1h 15 min 01:20 – 02:35
Hopper
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.
1h 10 min 02:35 – 03:45
National Trust
Biddulph Grange: Follow the tunnels and paths that lead around this beautiful garden which is inspired by countries around the world. Narrated by Penelope Keith.
1h 15 min 03:45 – 05:00
Nutcracker
Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker.
1h 45 min 05:00 – 06:45
The Joy Of Painting
Bob creates a stunning riverside scene, with towering trees overlooking a seemingly idyllic spot for wild swimming.
35 min 06:45 – 07:20
The Joy Of Painting
In this masterpiece, Bob paints an immense ice-topped mountain looming over lush grassland and a stunning waterfall.
35 min 07:20 – 07:55
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a young man climbs through the window of a Connecticut hunting lodge, he emerges on the other side in a strange new world.
35 min 07:55 – 08:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Trouble looms when married woman Gwen falls for a successful romantic novelist.
30 min 08:30 – 09:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A man tries to get away from one woman so he can marry another.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A woman grows suspicious when her fiancé postpones meetings with his mother.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
Milos Forman
A look at the life and career of Czechoslovakia's most famous and acclaimed filmmaker, known for 1975's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
1h 10:00 – 11:00
Discovering
A look into the life and legacy of Academy Award-winning actor Christopher Plummer, who has sadly passed away.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Fortuneteller Madame Myra thinks she is on to a winner when she meets a man prophesied to come in to a lot of money before dying shortly after.
30 min 12:00 – 12:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
On a long drive through the desert, a couple get their car serviced and are handed an extortionate bill. But they plan on turning the tables.
30 min 12:30 – 13:00
Anish Kapoor
Tasked with the installation of two ambitious shows during the Venice Biennale of 2022, the 70-year-old Anish Kapoor is documented by art critic Waldemar Januszczak.
1h 13:00 – 14:00
Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir
In the season finale, Jim and Nancy paint the bearded tit in North West Lancashire, where Chris Packham joins as one of many special guests.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
Richard linklater
A look at the life and career of a pioneer in the independent filmmaking scene of the 1990s, known for Before Sunrise and School of Rock.
1h 15:00 – 16:00
Discovering
A glimpse into the life of Jeff Bridges, who scooped an Academy Award for his performance in Crazy Heart and also starred in Tron and True Grit.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Brenda, a lonely alcoholic, is delighted when she bumps into an old friend from university. But does he have an ulterior motive for seeing her.
30 min 17:00 – 17:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Robert Smythe has a dark secret he has kept for 20 years but it has now come back to haunt him. Can he keep it a secret from his wife.
30 min 17:30 – 18:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A man is told he has to retire from his job at the jewellery store where he has worked most of his life.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A young man schemes to speed up his inheritance of his rich uncle's estate.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Science Fiction In The Atomic Age
Space travel revives exploration and conquest traditions, highlighting new possibilities for human life.
1h 19:00 – 20:00
50 Years On Film
50 Years On Film: David Hockney: Using over 50 years of archive footage, this film looks back at the life and career of David Hockney, one of Britain's greatest artists.
1h 20:00 – 21:00
Katharine Hepburn
Feature documentary capturing Katharine Hepburn's tremendous spirit and determination, combining new and archive footage to tell the story of a true Hollywood icon.
1h 55 min 21:00 – 22:55