Academy Of Ancient Music

Academy Of Ancient Music

Enjoy the sounds of wintery blizzards and summer days in Vivaldi's popular work, performed here by the Academy of Ancient Music and violinist Rachel Podger.

1h 25 min 00:40 – 02:05

Ennio Morricone

Ennio Morricone

A portrait about the legendary film composer Ennio Morricone, as this documentary film celebrates one of the most popular and prolific contributors to the industry.

2h 55 min 02:05 – 05:00

Auction

Auction

There's a bidding frenzy in New York as the work of Jean-Michel Basquiat goes up for auction, with his painting 'Untitled' set to break records.

30 min 05:00 – 05:30

Auction

Auction

A new series opens with bidders shuttling between Sotheby's and Christie's in New York for the annual May sales of post-war and contemporary art.

30 min 05:30 – 06:00

Gilbert & Sullivan

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.

30 min 06:00 – 06:30

Classic Quadrophenia

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 06:30 – 08:05

Artist Of The Year

Artist Of The Year

Pushing Colour in Portraiture: Learn how to experiment with your palette and crank up the chroma with Portrait Artist of the Year Series 4 artist Tom Croft.

30 min 08:05 – 08:35

Artist Of The Year

Artist Of The Year

Creating Textures in Charcoal Landscapes: A champion of charcoal, artist Stuart Jarvis shares his love of the medium and how to use it in your landscapes.

25 min 08:35 – 09:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Arthur and Margaret are a quiet couple. When Margaret inherits Β£50,000, Arthur reluctantly agrees to gamble it all on a dubious property deal.

30 min 09:00 – 09:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Nell and Emma are old friends who are reunited after years apart. However, things turn sour when the penniless Emma looks to drag Nell down into poverty with her.

30 min 09:30 – 10:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A man makes a serious mistake when he tries to do the right thing. With RG Armstrong and Rod Cameron.

30 min 10:00 – 10:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A woman plots her husband's death when she discovers he has been unfaithful. With Diana Van Der Vlis and Joe Flynn.

30 min 10:30 – 11:00

Ron Howard

Ron Howard

A deep dive into the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose work includes A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon and Apollo 13.

1h 11:00 – 12:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

AndrΓ© Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform a host of beautiful love songs in this special concert from his home town of Maastricht, Netherlands.

1h 12:00 – 13:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy.

30 min 13:00 – 13:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle.

30 min 13:30 – 14:00

Thomas Hardy

Thomas Hardy

The life story of the Tess of the d'Urbervilles author, examining the hardships that fuelled his transformation into one of the most celebrated poets.

1h 14:00 – 15:00

Wordsworth & Coleridge...

Wordsworth & Coleridge...

Road Trip with Frank Skinner and Denise Mina. The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge.

1h 15:00 – 16:00

William Friedkin

William Friedkin

The life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, known for his 1973 horror film The Exorcist and his action-thriller The French Connection.

1h 16:00 – 17:00

Discovering

Discovering

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.

1h 17:00 – 18:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands.

30 min 18:00 – 18:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback.

30 min 18:30 – 19:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

An unknown attacker assaults Carl Spann's wife Elsa. Thirsty for revenge, Carl drives his incoherent wife around town in attempt to locate the thug.

30 min 19:00 – 19:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Two retired insurance salesmen confront an aggressive woman trying to save from impending disaster.

30 min 19:30 – 20:00

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Follow Finlay Macdonald, musical director of the National Piping Centre, plus a number of Scotland's leading pipers at Piping Live - the celebratory international festival.

1h 20:00 – 21:00

Liza Minnelli

Liza Minnelli

This documentary is a portrait of an exceptional American talent, unforgettable in her role as Sally Bowles in Cabaret.

1h 15 min 21:00 – 22:15

Women Who Rock

Women Who Rock

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.

1h 15 min 22:15 – 23:30

Art's Wildest Movement

Art's Wildest Movement

The Great Escape: The Sack of Rome in 1527 forced many Italian artists to flee abroad, taking the revolutionary art movement with them.

1h 23:30 – 00:30

David Hockney

David Hockney

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.

1h 30 min 00:30 – 02:00

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters.

1h 02:00 – 03:00

National Theatre The Crucible

National Theatre The Crucible

In 1692, in Salem, a group of girls sparks religious frenzy by accusing women of witchcraft after being caught dancing in the forest.

2h 45 min 03:00 – 05:45

Opera North's Resonance

Opera North's Resonance

Artist JulianKnxx and soul musician THABO come together in a powerful evocation of Bantutronic philosophy, exploring Bantu culture of the past and the future.

15 min 05:45 – 06:00

Gilbert & Sullivan

Gilbert & Sullivan

As tensions between the pair threatened to tear Gilbert and Sullivan apart, impresario Richard D'Oyly Carte makes the decision to move the company to his newly built Savoy Theatre.

30 min 06:00 – 06:30

Pavarotti

Pavarotti

Best of Pavarotti and Friends. Witness the iconic operatic tenor collaborate with a host of stars within the industry as Luciano Pavarotti's legacy lives.

1h 35 min 06:30 – 08:05

Artist Of The Year

Artist Of The Year

Narrative in Portraiture: Semi-Finalist Jude Wainwright demonstrates how she creates symbolic portraits using imagery from her dreams.

30 min 08:05 – 08:35

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Artist Of The Year

Improvising with Watercolour: Artist Charles Williams demonstrates how he creates compositions based on his childhood memories and artistic influences.

25 min 08:35 – 09:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Jack and Betsy are lovers. That is until Jack decides to go halfway across the world to be with his new Australian lover. But Betsy isn't going to make it easy.

30 min 09:00 – 09:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle.

30 min 09:30 – 10:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

When a man returns home to find his father has died, he suspects his friends are concealing the true details of that death.

30 min 10:00 – 10:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A cook stuck in the middle of a life-threatening dispute between two gunmen tries everything she can to end the dispute.

30 min 10:30 – 11:00

William Friedkin

William Friedkin

The life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, known for his 1973 horror film The Exorcist and his action-thriller The French Connection.

1h 11:00 – 12:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

An entertaining insight into the world of AndrΓ© Rieu, from his humble beginnings in Maastricht, Netherlands, to his critically acclaimed sell-out world tours.

55 min 12:00 – 12:55

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands.

30 min 12:55 – 13:25

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback.

30 min 13:25 – 13:55

Jack B. Yeats

Jack B. Yeats

Author Colm Toibin explores the life and legacy of Irish painter Jack Butler Yeats, 150 years on from the artist's birth. Narrated by Pierce Brosnan.

1h 10 min 13:55 – 15:05

Wordsworth & Coleridge...

Wordsworth & Coleridge...

Road Trip with Frank Skinner and Denise Mina. The pair embark on a new journey, hoping to learn more about literary greats William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge.

55 min 15:05 – 16:00

Kathryn Bigelow

Kathryn Bigelow

A look at the life and career of the director of Zero Dark Thirty and The Hurt Locker, the latter of which she won the Oscar for Best Director.

1h 16:00 – 17:00

Discovering

Discovering

A glimpse into the life and career of Academy Award-nominated actor Harvey Keitel, who has featured in Thelma & Louise, Reservoir Dogs and Bugsy.

1h 17:00 – 18:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence.

30 min 18:00 – 18:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough.

30 min 18:30 – 19:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Frank Partridge and his wife cheat their insurance company by declaring her legally dead, but an investigator believes Mr Partridge has killed her.

30 min 19:00 – 19:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A young woman's mother goes missing when left alone in a Parisian hotel room and much to her dismay, hotel staff deny the mother and daughter were ever there.

30 min 19:30 – 20:00

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters.

1h 20:00 – 21:00

I Am Raquel Welch

I Am Raquel Welch

Celebrating the life of a trailblazing actress and single mother who not only redefined the world's idea of a Hollywood sex symbol, but also led the way for modern-day action heroines.

1h 40 min 21:00 – 22:40

Discovering Film

Discovering Film

Authors and film critics including Bonnie Greer and Ian Nathan come together to dissect their favourite horror films, from The Omen and The Exorcist to Frankenstein.

1h 30 min 22:40 – 00:10

Dr. Jack And Mr. Nicholson

Dr. Jack And Mr. Nicholson

Film exploring Jack Nicholson's dazzling five-decade long career, in which he has worked on more than 60 films and with many top directors including Roman Polanski and Martin Scorsese.

1h 00:10 – 01:10

Alice Walker

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.

1h 20 min 01:10 – 02:30

Erotic Adventures Of Anais Nin

Erotic Adventures Of Anais Nin

Commentary from high-profile fans, such as writer Rowan Pelling, and dramatisations starring Lucy Cohu and Shivani Kapur, tell the scandalous story of author Anais Nin.

1h 30 min 02:30 – 04:00

Sky Arts Book Club

Sky Arts Book Club

Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day are joined by the writers Jeanette Winterson and Reverend Richard Coles to discuss their work.

1h 04:00 – 05:00

Auction

Auction

New. At Sotheby's in London two ancient Scottish families are having a clear-out. Their treasures include a sword said to have been used at the Battle of Culloden.

30 min 05:00 – 05:30

Auction

Auction

A mega sale by Christie's of contemporary art includes a work by Peter Doig originally bought for Β£15,000. What will it fetch now? Plus, a rare Rothko goes under the hammer.

30 min 05:30 – 06:00

Gilbert & Sullivan

Gilbert & Sullivan

Simon Butteriss explores the success of The Mikado and the rewriting of Ruddigore, while hearing how a sceptical Jonathan Miller set about directing a Gilbert & Sullivan operetta.

30 min 06:00 – 06:30

Academy Of Ancient Music

Academy Of Ancient Music

Enjoy the sounds of wintery blizzards and summer days in Vivaldi's popular work, performed here by the Academy of Ancient Music and violinist Rachel Podger.

1h 30 min 06:30 – 08:00

The Joy Of Painting

The Joy Of Painting

In this Bob Ross masterpiece on black canvas, luscious green grass and fresh evergreens, along with purple and pink sky, gives the water a perfect glow.

30 min 08:00 – 08:30

The Joy Of Painting

The Joy Of Painting

Imagine yourself nestled in a Bob Ross cabin, hidden in the midst of the plush green forest surrounded by the sounds of nature.

30 min 08:30 – 09:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands.

30 min 09:00 – 09:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback.

30 min 09:30 – 10:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Dan Varrell, a gangster, has just secured release from prison, but so soon as his release he's back on the hunt for a woman culpable for his brother's death.

30 min 10:00 – 10:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

William Callew is involved in a horrific traffic incident on a rural road that leaves him with life-changing injuries.

30 min 10:30 – 11:00

Kathryn Bigelow

Kathryn Bigelow

A look at the life and career of the director of Zero Dark Thirty and The Hurt Locker, the latter of which she won the Oscar for Best Director.

1h 11:00 – 12:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

Join Dutch violin sensation AndrΓ© Rieu as he dazzles audiences at some of the most historic venues around the world.

1h 12:00 – 13:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence.

30 min 13:00 – 13:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough.

30 min 13:30 – 14:00

Harold Lloyd

Harold Lloyd

Documentary about the career and life of Harold Lloyd, the silent film era star who appeared in the notable movies Just Nuts, Girl Shy and The Freshman.

1h 14:00 – 15:00

Skinner & Mina's Literary Road Trip

Skinner & Mina's Literary Road Trip

Frank and Denise meet Ian Hislop to discover how Pope and Swift created satire that still influences writers today, before exploring Pope's grotto.

1h 15:00 – 16:00

Quentin Tarantino

Quentin Tarantino

A look at the life of one of Hollywood's most successful directors, whose long list of hit films include Pulp Fiction and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

1h 16:00 – 17:00

Discovering

Discovering

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.

1h 17:00 – 18:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell.

30 min 18:00 – 18:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister.

30 min 18:30 – 19:00

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters.

1h 19:00 – 20:00

Classic Movies

Classic Movies

New. Passport to Pimlico: One of the great British comedies the plot of Passport to Pimlico is gloriously absurd. A combination of fantasy and realism told with a light touch.

1h 20:00 – 21:00

The Directors

The Directors

A look at the life and career of master of the musical Stanley Donen, who directed Hollywood greats like Singin' in the Rain, Royal Wedding and On the Town.

1h 21:00 – 22:00

Discovering

Discovering

Two-time Academy Award winner Dustin Hoffman has starred in a host of films including Midnight Cowboy and The Graduate. This is a glimpse into his world.

1h 22:00 – 23:00

I Am Burt Reynolds

I Am Burt Reynolds

Family and friends of the iconic Hollywood actor come together to share memories of his life and fruitful career.

1h 40 min 23:00 – 00:40

Liza Minnelli

Liza Minnelli

This documentary is a portrait of an exceptional American talent, unforgettable in her role as Sally Bowles in Cabaret.

1h 15 min 00:40 – 01:55

Cleo Laine:The Unseen Home Movies

Cleo Laine:The Unseen Home Movies

In a tell-all interview with the award-winning jazz, pop and classical singer Dame Cleo Laine, immerse yourself in stories of her past and previously unseen footage.

1h 01:55 – 02:55

Inside Guggenheim

Inside Guggenheim

Discover the secrets of the legendary Guggenheim Museum and its modern art heart, uncovering the unique situations leading to the assembly of its works.

1h 10 min 02:55 – 04:05

Landmark

Landmark

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.

55 min 04:05 – 05:00

Auction

Auction

In London, Ingles & Hayday are selling a rare Stradivarius violin. Meanwhile at Sotheby's, masterpieces by Gerhard Richter, Georg Baselitz and Jean Dubuffet are auctioned.

30 min 05:00 – 05:30

Auction

Auction

At Sotheby's in New York an 1897 painting by Gustav Klimt has surfaced after years in a private collection. Plus a work from the later years of Renoir is auctioned.

30 min 05:30 – 06:00

Gilbert & Sullivan

Gilbert & Sullivan

Simon Butteriss examines how a quarrel over the cost of carpet proved fatal to Gilbert & Sullivan's relationship and how the new D'Oyly Carte fell while the Savoy Operas triumphed.

35 min 06:00 – 06:35

Sir Bryn Terfel And...

Sir Bryn Terfel And...

Songs Of The Sea. Bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel takes us to his Welsh homeland, where the romantic coast becomes the inspiring start of a captivating musical journey.

1h 20 min 06:35 – 07:55

The Joy Of Painting

The Joy Of Painting

Join Bob as he creates a peaceful, dewy mountain scene, with a fresh morning lake and succulent evergreens.

35 min 07:55 – 08:30

The Joy Of Painting

The Joy Of Painting

Bob explores a narrow, winding creek which flows aimlessly through a little meadow forest.

30 min 08:30 – 09:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence.

30 min 09:00 – 09:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough.

30 min 09:30 – 10:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A maid with a taste for blood is on a murderous rampage in the city, raising Ralph's suspicions of his wife Ethel's housemaid Mrs Sutton.

30 min 10:00 – 10:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Weighed down by personal debt, Charlie Raymond attempts to resolve his crippled finances by taking advantage of his employer, a British holidaymaker.

30 min 10:30 – 11:00

Quentin Tarantino

Quentin Tarantino

A look at the life of one of Hollywood's most successful directors, whose long list of hit films include Pulp Fiction and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

1h 11:00 – 12:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

Violin maestro AndrΓ© Rieu hosts a very special wedding party, thrilling the crowd with a host of celebratory songs.

1h 12:00 – 13:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell.

30 min 13:00 – 13:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister.

30 min 13:30 – 14:00

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Battle Of The Bagpipes

Follow Finlay Macdonald, musical director of the National Piping Centre, plus a number of Scotland's leading pipers at Piping Live - the celebratory international festival.

1h 14:00 – 15:00

Skinner & Mina's Literary Road Trip

Skinner & Mina's Literary Road Trip

Frank and Denise discover how Pope became the poet of the age and find out how Swift's insightful political satire turned him into an Irish hero.

1h 15:00 – 16:00

J. Lee Thompson

J. Lee Thompson

The life story of the British film director, known both in the UK and across the pond for films such as Ice Cold in Alex and Cape Fear.

1h 16:00 – 17:00

Discovering

Discovering

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.

1h 17:00 – 18:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door.

30 min 18:00 – 18:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man.

30 min 18:30 – 19:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A reoccurring flow of troubling incidents leads Mr Pelham to believe there is someone impersonating him.

30 min 19:00 – 19:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

When the Cranes hear the Verbers locked in a fierce argument in the apartment above, the disappearance of Mr Verber the next day raises eyebrows.

30 min 19:30 – 20:00

Dickens

Dickens

Captivating documentary exploring the haunting world of Charles Dickens' supernatural tales through actor readings, archive footage and immersive visuals.

1h 20:00 – 21:00

The Life And Deaths Of Christopher Lee

The Life And Deaths Of Christopher Lee

Peter Serafinowicz narrates a portrait of Christopher Lee's life, visiting everything from his wartime experiences to his role as Dracula through archival footage.

2h 5 min 21:00 – 23:05

Hammer

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.

1h 55 min 23:05 – 01:00

Elvis

Elvis

New. Intimate glimpse of Elvis Presley's whirlwind romance with June Juanico during the '56 summer, narrated by June herself.

1h 01:00 – 02:00

Buddy Holly

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 20 min 02:00 – 03:20

Dean Martin

Dean Martin

Documentary chronicling the achievements of the elusive megastar Dean Martin who epitomised post-war American showbiz.

2h 10 min 03:20 – 05:30

Auction

Auction

In a sale at Bonham's, there are swords from the English Civil War and letters revealing the extent of the love affair between David Ormsby-Gore and Jackie Kennedy.

30 min 05:30 – 06:00

Cosi Fan Tutte

Cosi Fan Tutte

Written at the height of his musical prowess, witness a 2021 production of Mozart's Così fan tutte that pays tribute to the wit and skill of one of the world's finest composers.

3h 5 min 06:00 – 09:05

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

The casino offers Roger an escape from his domineering aunt. He has a love for both gambling and a pretty hostess. But the casino boss has a score to settle.

30 min 09:05 – 09:35

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

A hijacker on an aeroplane takes a stewardess hostage before demanding a million dollars and a parachute. Will Captain Waterhouse give in to his demands.

30 min 09:35 – 10:05

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback.

30 min 10:05 – 10:35

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Not only is her husband called Donald, but he was in France last week. Coincidence.

30 min 10:35 – 11:05

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

When an unknown attacker is brutally targeting women in a small college town, a psychology professor uses his fiancΓ© as bait.

55 min 11:05 – 12:00

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

A desperate forest ranger takes matters into his own hands when blackmailers threaten his adopted daughter.

1h 12:00 – 13:00

Discovering

Discovering

A fascinating look at the life and work of Peter O'Toole, the late stage and film actor who shot to fame by playing TE Lawrence in Lawrence of Arabia.

1h 13:00 – 14:00

Classic Movies

Classic Movies

New. Passport to Pimlico: One of the great British comedies the plot of Passport to Pimlico is gloriously absurd. A combination of fantasy and realism told with a light touch.

1h 14:00 – 15:00

Tina Turner

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.

2h 15:00 – 17:00

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters.

1h 17:00 – 18:00

Discovering

Discovering

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.

30 min 18:00 – 18:30

Discovering

Discovering

From Crazy Horse to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Neil Young was a driving force behind some of the biggest groups of the 60s before finding huge success on his own.

30 min 18:30 – 19:00

David Bowie

David Bowie

Filmed in Vancouver in 1983 during his legendary Serious Moonlight Tour, David Bowie performs hits including Heroes, Let's Dance, Life on Mars?, Rebel Rebel, and Fame.

2h 19:00 – 21:00

The Who

The Who

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

2h 10 min 21:00 – 23:10

Siouxsie And The Banshees

Siouxsie And The Banshees

Rediscover Siouxsie and the Banshees at the height of their gothic success, travelling back to the 80s with inspired performances of some of their greatest songs.

1h 20 min 23:10 – 00:30

Nick Cave

Nick Cave

Nick Cave and Warren Ellis bring the songs from their last two studio albums to life, capturing their exceptional creative relationship.

2h 15 min 00:30 – 02:45

The Songs Of Marc Bolan & T

The Songs Of Marc Bolan & T

AngelHeaded Hipster. Documentary celebrating T. Rex frontman Marc Bolan, with a behind-the-scenes look at the album of the same name. Features interviews with music icons.

1h 55 min 02:45 – 04:40

Fleetwood Mac

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 20 min 04:40 – 06:00

Tchaikovsky

Tchaikovsky

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.

2h 30 min 06:00 – 08:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough.

30 min 08:30 – 09:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell.

30 min 09:00 – 09:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister.

30 min 09:30 – 10:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door.

30 min 10:00 – 10:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man.

30 min 10:30 – 11:00

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

After being charged as a hit-and-run driver, a mystery writer elects to defend himself in court. Can all five witnesses be wrong.

1h 11:00 – 12:00

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters.

1h 12:00 – 13:00

Liza Minnelli

Liza Minnelli

This documentary is a portrait of an exceptional American talent, unforgettable in her role as Sally Bowles in Cabaret.

1h 15 min 13:00 – 14:15

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

The King of Waltz performs some of his greatest songs alongside humorous and talented guests. Sensational and magical gala concert filmed in Hamburg.

2h 10 min 14:15 – 16:25

The Chieftains

The Chieftains

Old Plank Road - The Nashville Sessions. A unique collaboration between the Irish band and many top country music stars.

2h 20 min 16:25 – 18:45

Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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.

1h 40 min 18:45 – 20:25

Mick Fleetwood & Friends...

Mick Fleetwood & Friends...

Celebrate the Music of Peter Green. Taking place at the London Palladium in 2022, witness this one-of-a-kind concert honouring the early years of Fleetwood Mac and its founder.

2h 55 min 20:25 – 23:20

Shane MacGowan & The Popes

Shane MacGowan & The Popes

Shane MacGowan and The Popes lit up Montreux in 1995, blending The Snake tracks, Pogues classics and a double dose of Hippy Hippy Shake.

1h 15 min 23:20 – 00:35

Classic Movies

Classic Movies

New. Passport to Pimlico: One of the great British comedies the plot of Passport to Pimlico is gloriously absurd. A combination of fantasy and realism told with a light touch.

1h 00:35 – 01:35

Brendan Gleeson's Farewell To Hughes's

Brendan Gleeson's Farewell To Hughes's

After Hughes's closes its doors for the final time, actor Brendan Gleeson returns to it to commemorate its invaluable legacy.

1h 20 min 01:35 – 02:55

Steve Martin And The Steep...

Steve Martin And The Steep...

Canyon Rangers With Edie Brickell. Enjoy Grammy-winning music from Steve Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers, featuring Edie Brickell, in their first-ever live concert performance.

2h 15 min 02:55 – 05:10

Discovering

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.

25 min 05:10 – 05:35

Discovering

Discovering

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.

25 min 05:35 – 06:00

Edward Scissorhands

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.

1h 40 min 06:00 – 07:40

The Joy Of Painting

The Joy Of Painting

Bob creates a deep-forest scene on black canvas with tall, majestic trees, rain puddles and fresh air.

35 min 07:40 – 08:15

The Joy Of Painting

The Joy Of Painting

Follow Bob along a trail covered in fresh white snow, surrounded by warm colours and fuzzy bark trees.

35 min 08:15 – 08:50

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero's wife has a big secret to tell.

35 min 08:50 – 09:25

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister.

35 min 09:25 – 10:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

While working as a department store Santa Claus, a paroled convict tries to help a troubled boy.

30 min 10:00 – 10:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

After being fired from his job at an art museum, Lyle Endicott must come up with a plan to keep himself afloat.

30 min 10:30 – 11:00

J. Lee Thompson

J. Lee Thompson

The life story of the British film director, known both in the UK and across the pond for films such as Ice Cold in Alex and Cape Fear.

1h 11:00 – 12:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

AndrΓ© Rieu performs his first ever concert in Bucharest and reveals the secrets behind his magical open air concerts, from the construction of the stage to singing with the audience.

1h 12:00 – 13:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Harry H Corbett and Fulton Mackay star as two cash-strapped business owners who tunnel their way into a bank - only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door.

30 min 13:00 – 13:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

When a man is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man.

30 min 13:30 – 14:00

Dickens

Dickens

Captivating documentary exploring the haunting world of Charles Dickens' supernatural tales through actor readings, archive footage and immersive visuals.

1h 14:00 – 15:00

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

Portrait Artist Of The Year 2025 New

The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters.

1h 15:00 – 16:00

Rob Reiner

Rob Reiner

A look at the life and career of the acclaimed Hollywood director, whose films include Stand by Me, When Harry Met Sally. and the Oscar-nominated A Few Good Men.

1h 16:00 – 17:00

Discovering

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 17:00 – 18:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him. Then, a serial killer gives him an idea.

30 min 18:00 – 18:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party. But the evening doesn't turn out as she expected.

30 min 18:30 – 19:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

When a worker is fired from his job, he shoots his boss, but when he returns to the office his boss is alive, and has no recollection of the incident.

30 min 19:00 – 19:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Gangster Sam Dunleavy plans to kill his ex-girlfriend who left him for another man, but must first set up an elaborate alibi.

30 min 19:30 – 20:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

Around. In the summer of 2023, AndrΓ© Rieu delighted over 145.000 fans in his hometown of Maastricht. The picturesque square serves as the backdrop of this magical atmosphere.

2h 20:00 – 22:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

The violin sensation that is AndrΓ© Rieu returns with Johann Strauss Orchestra, performing Xemx live in Malta.

1h 30 min 22:00 – 23:30