Stuart Sutcliffe

Stuart Sutcliffe

Documentary on the tragically short but inspirational life of Scottish painter Stuart Sutcliffe, the original bass guitarist of The Beatles. Features rare archive footage.

1h 20 min 00:40 – 02:00

Isle of Wight Festival 2025

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. Featuring Busted. Flashing images.

1h 15 min 02:00 – 03:15

The World In A Painting

The World In A Painting

New. In the twilight of his life, Edouard Manet began the creation of his final masterpiece: A Bar at the Folies-Bergère.

1h 15 min 03:15 – 04:30

Inside Art

Inside Art

Kate Bryan pays a visit to the Courtauld Gallery to bear witness to an exhibition bringing the full span of Vincent van Gogh's self-portraiture together.

30 min 04:30 – 05:00

The Art Of Architecture

The Art Of Architecture

Swiss-British architect Christina Seilern reflects on her commission to create a world-class concert hall in the Swiss Alps.

1h 05:00 – 06:00

Mica Paris:A Gospel Christmas

Mica Paris:A Gospel Christmas

Join Mica Paris for her Christmas Gospel Concert at St Alfege Church in Greenwich. The set list includes her favourite Christmas songs, as well as Gospel classics.

1h 06:00 – 07:00

A Brass Band Wonderland

A Brass Band Wonderland

Jason Manford introduces Stockport's Fairey Band and the Hackney Colliery Band in this unique festive concert from the spectacular Peak Cavern in the Peak District.

1h 30 min 07:00 – 08:30

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 08:30 – 10:10

Shake Hands With The Devil

Shake Hands With The Devil

The story of General Romeo Dallaire's frustrated efforts to stop the madness of the Rwandan Genocide, despite the complete indifference of his superiors.

2h 5 min 10:10 – 12:15

Nutcracker

Nutcracker

Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. Part 1 of 2.

1h 12:15 – 13:15

Nutcracker

Nutcracker

Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. Part 2 of 2.

1h 13:15 – 14:15

Nutcracker

Nutcracker

Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker.

1h 45 min 14:15 – 16:00

Roustabout

Roustabout

After a singer loses his job at a coffee shop, he finds employment at a struggling carnival, but his attempted romance with a teenager leads to friction with her father.

2h 16:00 – 18:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

Described by Andre as the most beautiful Christmas concert he's ever given, this sumptuously festive performance includes White Christmas, Hallelujah and Jingle Bells.

2h 18:00 – 20:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

New. A festive concert like never before, recorded live in Maastricht, Netherlands. Join the Maestro for a magical evening of music and dance.

2h 20:00 – 22:00

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

New. A London theatre play evolves into a groundbreaking cult phenomenon, featuring iconic songs and performances that celebrate individuality. 2025.

2h 22:00 – 00:00

Boy George & Culture Club

Boy George & Culture Club

New. Culture Club emerged in the 80s UK new romantic scene with iconic style and music. Explore their journey and influence, highlighting the unexpected romance within the band. 2025.

2h 10 min 00:00 – 02:10

The Yardbirds

The Yardbirds

The story of five incredible years, 1963-1968, which saw The Yardbirds go from a relatively small-time suburban blues outfit to one of the most respected rock bands in history.

1h 45 min 02:10 – 03:55

The World In A Painting

The World In A Painting

Trace the adventures, conquests, tragic experiences and artistic inventions that allowed this pepper to appear in the painting of the great 17th-century Spanish painter.

1h 15 min 03:55 – 05:10

The Art Of Architecture

The Art Of Architecture

A look at the work of RIBA award-winning Swedish architect Magnus Strom and his unique new take on Mid-century Modern.

50 min 05:10 – 06:00

Bryn Terfel

Bryn Terfel

New. The bass-baritone is joined by Carlos Núñez and the Orchestre National de Bretagne for an exploration of Beethoven's arrangements of Scottish, Irish and Welsh folk songs.

1h 25 min 06:00 – 07:25

Sir Simon Rattle

Sir Simon Rattle

New. An intimate look into the life and career of the renowned conductor, following him from Berlin to London and capturing his reflections on artistry and mentorship.

1h 15 min 07:25 – 08:40

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's iconic rock opera comes to life on stage in New York, with an all-star cast including John Legend and Alice Cooper.

1h 50 min 08:40 – 10:30

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The Nation's Favourite Christmas Carols

The Nation's Favourite Christmas Carols

The English National Opera's Chorus and Orchestra make their way through Britain's favourite Christmas carols, as voted by the public.

2h 10:30 – 12:30

It's Christmas Live From...

It's Christmas Live From...

Some of music's biggest names perform your favourite Christmas hits at London's Royal Albert Hall. Filmed in 2017.

1h 30 min 12:30 – 14:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

New. A festive concert like never before, recorded live in Maastricht, Netherlands. Join the Maestro for a magical evening of music and dance.

2h 14:00 – 16:00

The Misfits

The Misfits

A divorcée falls for an over-the-hill cowboy who is struggling to maintain his romantically independent lifestyle.

2h 25 min 16:00 – 18:25

Queen

Queen

An intimate documentary about the greatest rock band of all time. Featuring exclusive interviews and some previously unseen photographs, you'll see Queen like you've never seen them before.

1h 10 min 18:25 – 19:35

Queen

Queen

One of the world's biggest bands return to the scene of their Live Aid triumph a year earlier to play all their greatest hits in front of a packed Wembley Stadium.

2h 25 min 19:35 – 22:00

Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury

With archive footage of interviews, concerts and personal material, this award-winning documentary offers a compelling insight into the solo work of Freddie Mercury.

1h 40 min 22:00 – 23:40

Queen

Queen

Queen open Rio de Janeiro's legendary ten-day Rock in Rio festival in January 1985, with hits such as Love of My Life, Tie Your Mother Down and Radio Gaga.

1h 20 min 23:40 – 01:00

Queen

Queen

At the peak of their powers and with the ultimate showman in Freddie Mercury, Queen smash stadium show attendance records.

1h 55 min 01:00 – 02:55

Isle of Wight Festival 2025

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. Featuring Olly Murs. Flashing images.

1h 5 min 02:55 – 04:00

The World In A Painting:...

The World In A Painting:...

Loosely based on Vermeer's Hat by Timothy Brook, this documentary offers a new way of understanding the international world we live in through the lens of a 17th-century painting.

1h 10 min 04:00 – 05:10

The Art Of Architecture

The Art Of Architecture

A look at the spectacular building, crafted by architect Jean-Michael Wilmotte and estimated to have cost 100 million euros.

50 min 05:10 – 06:00

John Williams

John Williams

John Williams conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker for the very first time, with music including "Olympic Fanfare and Theme.

1h 50 min 06:00 – 07:50

South Pacific

South Pacific

A towering musical masterpiece from Rodgers & Hammerstein, following the tender love story of a young nurse and an older French plantation owner on a US-occupied island.

2h 45 min 07:50 – 10:35

The Misfits

The Misfits

A divorcée falls for an over-the-hill cowboy who is struggling to maintain his romantically independent lifestyle.

2h 25 min 10:35 – 13:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu: Winter Wonderland: André celebrates Christmas at his Winter Palace in Maastricht, performing The Little Drummer Boy and more Christmas classics.

1h 13:00 – 14:00

Andre Rieu

Andre Rieu

Get ready to relive the magic of an unforgettable evening with André Rieu. Recorded live during his spectacular Summer Open Air Concerts in Maastricht 2024.

2h 14:00 – 16:00

Easy Come, Easy Go

Easy Come, Easy Go

Navy frogman, Ted Jackson, balances his time between twin careers as a deep-sea diver and nightclub singer. During a dive, Ted spots sunken treasure and returns with hope to retrieve it.

1h 50 min 16:00 – 17:50

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Uncover Elvis Presley's journey from Tupelo's poverty to worldwide fame.

1h 17:50 – 18:50

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Sensational collection of TV performances from The King. Featuring the notorious screen debut of his famous pelvic gyrations and the time Steve Allen had him sing to a basset hound.

1h 18:50 – 19:50

Elvis

Elvis

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

1h 19:50 – 20:50

Elvis

Elvis

Two-part documentary on the King of Rock'n'Roll himself, Elvis Presley. This first part details Elvis's early life in Tupelo, Mississippi and his unprecedented rise to fame.

2h 5 min 20:50 – 22:55

Elvis

Elvis

Second part of the Elvis Presley story. Returning home after his discharge from the army, Elvis faced a rapidly changing pop-music scene.

1h 50 min 22:55 – 00:45

Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash

Fantastic collection of recordings from Johnny Cash's early years, including nostalgic performances of I Got Stripes, Don't Take Your Guns To Town and Five Feet High and Rising.

50 min 00:45 – 01:35

Isle Of Wight Festival

Isle Of Wight Festival

New. Coverage of the iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. Featuring James.

3h 30 min 01:35 – 05:05

The Art Of Architecture

The Art Of Architecture

A look at the railway station designed by veteran architect Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, who also designed Waterloo International.

55 min 05:05 – 06:00

Cinderella

Cinderella

A 1965 film of the classic fairytale set to a Rodgers and Hammerstein score. Although mistreated by her cruel family, Cinderella attends the royal ball thanks to a fairy godmother.

1h 30 min 06:00 – 07:30

Julie Andrews Forever

Julie Andrews Forever

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

1h 07:30 – 08:30

The Sound Of Music Live

The Sound Of Music Live

Grammy Award winner Carrie Underwood and True Blood's Stephen Moyer star in the stage version of the iconic musical, from the Academy Award-winning producers of Smash and Chicago.

2h 20 min 08:30 – 10:50

Easy Come, Easy Go

Easy Come, Easy Go

Navy frogman, Ted Jackson, balances his time between twin careers as a deep-sea diver and nightclub singer. During a dive, Ted spots sunken treasure and returns with hope to retrieve it.

1h 50 min 10:50 – 12:40

The Bells Of St. Mary's

The Bells Of St. Mary's

At a big city Catholic school, Father O'Malley and Sister Benedict indulge in friendly rivalry and succeed in extending the school through the gift of a building.

2h 30 min 12:40 – 15:10

The Phantom Of The Opera At The Royal Albert Hall

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.

2h 50 min 15:10 – 18:00

Love Never Dies

Love Never Dies

New. Ten years after a Paris fire left only a mask, The Phantom's love for Christine endures in Coney Island. She arrives with Raoul and their son to perform, unaware of what awaits.

2h 10 min 18:00 – 20:10

Pink Floyd At Pompeii

Pink Floyd At Pompeii

Set in the haunting ruins of the ancient Roman Amphitheater in Pompeii, it showcases Pink Floyd performing an intimate concert without an audience.

1h 40 min 20:10 – 21:50

Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd

Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Nick Mason, Richard Wright and others tell the story of the creative process of the album 'Wish You Were Here', released in September 1975.

1h 20 min 21:50 – 23:10

Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd take to the stage with their final live show of their 1994 Division Bell Tour for a performance of some of their greatest hits and new songs. Flashing images.

3h 23:10 – 02:10

Guy Garvey

Guy Garvey

1979: The Elbow frontman dusts off two decades of TV gold, starting with 1979 and unseen footage from a Kate Bush concert, plus early performances from Dire Straits, The Police and more.

1h 02:10 – 03:10

Isle of Wight Festival 2025

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. Featuring Texas.

1h 20 min 03:10 – 04:30

Discovering

Discovering

A fascinating look at The Mamas and The Papas, the American folk rock group whose easygoing vocal harmonies provided the soundtrack to the late 60s.

30 min 04:30 – 05:00

Discovering

Discovering

A fascinating look at English rock band The Cure. Led by the inimitable Robert Smith, they are one of the most influential new wave bands in history.

1h 05:00 – 06:00

Little Dorrit (Part 1)

Little Dorrit (Part 1)

Part one follows Dorrit's early life, her education, and her strength as those around her pursue quick riches instead of lasting love.

3h 25 min 06:00 – 09:25

The Bells Of St. Mary's

The Bells Of St. Mary's

At a big city Catholic school, Father O'Malley and Sister Benedict indulge in friendly rivalry and succeed in extending the school through the gift of a building.

2h 30 min 09:25 – 11:55

Elton John

Elton John

Elton John plays 18 hits spanning his momentous career on Yamaha's incredible Million-dollar piano. Spectacular show from the Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

2h 25 min 11:55 – 14:20

Fun In Acapulco

Fun In Acapulco

After a man loses his job due to his employer's whimsical daughter, a young boy helps him find work as a singer at a local hotel.

1h 55 min 14:20 – 16:15

Paris When It Sizzles

Paris When It Sizzles

The sprightly young assistant of a Hollywood screenwriter helps him over his writer's block by acting out his fantasies of possible plots.

2h 10 min 16:15 – 18:25

Sherlock Holmes And The Secret Weapon

Sherlock Holmes And The Secret Weapon

Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson Holmes must step in and crack a secret code to prevent a new weapon from falling into the hands of Nazi Germany. Basil Rathbone stars.

1h 20 min 18:25 – 19:45

FILM

FILM

Chris Adams, an experienced gunslinger, forms a team with six other men to save a Mexican village from a group of bandits led by Calvera. However, each of the seven men have their own plan.

2h 25 min 19:45 – 22:10

Tea With Judi Dench

Tea With Judi Dench

New. National treasure Dame Judi Dench invites her friend, Sir Kenneth Branagh, for tea at her Surrey home. They swap star-studded stories from their careers on stage and screen.

1h 22:10 – 23:10

Electric Lady Studios

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.

1h 45 min 23:10 – 00:55

Motorhead

Motorhead

Features Lemmy and his band of metal warriors shaking Munich's Deutsches Museum to its foundations with live renditions of their music.

1h 30 min 00:55 – 02:25

Isle Of Wight Festival:..

Isle Of Wight Festival:..

The Corrs. New. Full coverage of the iconic Isle of Wight festival, one of the UK's biggest and most legendary highlights of the summer. Featuring The Corrs.

1h 35 min 02:25 – 04:00

Guy Garvey

Guy Garvey

1982: Guy presents the best of 1982 - including The Jam's final TV appearance, a performance from Simple Minds, early interviews with Depeche Mode and unseen footage of Yazoo.

1h 04:00 – 05:00

Guy Garvey

Guy Garvey

1977: Guy celebrates 1977 - a seminal year in British rock and pop, looking back at a long-lost Blondie performance, Marc Bolan's last TV appearance and the punk movement.

1h 05:00 – 06:00

Classic FM Great British Classics

Classic FM Great British Classics

A celebration of great British classics.

2h 06:00 – 08:00

The Joy Of Painting

The Joy Of Painting

In this masterpiece, Bob follows an old dirt road up to a quaint country barn nestled in nature's greenery.

30 min 08:00 – 08:30

The Joy Of Painting

The Joy Of Painting

Bob creates an immensely satisfying scene on canvas, featuring fluffy trees surrounding the banks of a rushing river.

30 min 08:30 – 09:00

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood.

30 min 09:00 – 09:30

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change.

30 min 09:30 – 10:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A rich woman refuses to lend money to the man who walks her dog when he requests a loan.

30 min 10:00 – 10:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A woman enlists her boyfriend's help to torch her struggling business for the insurance.

30 min 10:30 – 11:00

Paris When It Sizzles

Paris When It Sizzles

The sprightly young assistant of a Hollywood screenwriter helps him over his writer's block by acting out his fantasies of possible plots.

2h 10 min 11:00 – 13:10

Les Miserables

Les Miserables

Live stage adaptation of the 1862 Victor Hugo novel Les Misérables starring Michael Ball and Matt Lucas.

2h 50 min 13:10 – 16:00

Situation Hopeless... But Not Serious

Situation Hopeless... But Not Serious

During World War II, a lonely German air-raid warden captures two downed American airmen and keeps them prisoner in his basement way past the end of the war.

1h 55 min 16:00 – 17:55

Stories From Tate Britain

Stories From Tate Britain

Focusing on the art and artists within Tate Britain's collection, featuring various art historians and cultural figures exploring different themes and artists.

1h 17:55 – 18:55

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A man tries to get away from one woman so he can marry another.

35 min 18:55 – 19:30

Nicola Benedetti & Friends From The Ulster Hall

Nicola Benedetti & Friends From The Ulster Hall

New. Join Nicola Benedetti for a unique and personal show as she returns to the stage at the Ulster Hall for her first solo tour in over ten years.

1h 30 min 19:30 – 21:00

Classic FM 25th Anniversary Concert

Classic FM 25th Anniversary Concert

New. A classical extravaganza at the Royal Albert Hall, featuring 'Nessun dorma', 'Zadok the Priest' and 'Jerusalem', plus a host of star artists.

2h 20 min 21:00 – 23:20

Electric Light Orchestra

Electric Light Orchestra

A compilation of three ELO concerts: Fusion Live in London ), plus unreleased shows at Brunel University and Germany's Rockpalast.

1h 23:20 – 00:20

ELO Live At Wembley

ELO Live At Wembley

One of the brightest rock bands of the 70s light up Wembley in this 1978 charity concert, performing their greatest hits such as Mr Blue Sky and Sweet Talkin' Woman.

1h 20 min 00:20 – 01:40

Electric Light Orchestra:...

Electric Light Orchestra:...

New. Filmed in 1979, this video of ELO's Discovery album showcases hits like Shine a Little Love and Don't Bring Me Down in true 70s style.

1h 01:40 – 02:40

Isle of Wight Festival 2025

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. Featuring Sting.

2h 02:40 – 04:40

Discovering

Discovering

Leading music journalists explore the music of Peter Gabriel, a founding member of Genesis who went on to achieve great solo success around the world.

30 min 04:40 – 05:10

The Art Of Architecture

The Art Of Architecture

Marvel at the Palais de Justice by Italian architect Renzo Piano, a Pritzker Prize winner noted for buildings such as the New York Times headquarters.

50 min 05:10 – 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 10 min 06:00 – 09:10

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Herbert Wise stars in this twisted tale. Mabel's baby is sick and her bee-obsessed husband thinks he has found a remedy. Will he get the baby buzzing back to health.

30 min 09:10 – 09:40

Tales Of The Unexpected

Tales Of The Unexpected

Andrew Ray stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. A poisonous snake keeps a teacher prisoner in India. How can he escape from its evil glare.

35 min 09:40 – 10:15

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A woman grows suspicious when her fiancé postpones meetings with his mother.

30 min 10:15 – 10:45

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

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 10:45 – 11:15

Situation Hopeless... But Not Serious

Situation Hopeless... But Not Serious

During World War II, a lonely German air-raid warden captures two downed American airmen and keeps them prisoner in his basement way past the end of the war.

1h 55 min 11:15 – 13:10

Abba

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 13:10 – 15:00

Riverdance

Riverdance

Stirring reinvention of the show, celebrated the world over for its award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance.

2h 15:00 – 17:00

Classic FM's Rising Stars...

Classic FM's Rising Stars...

with Julian Lloyd Webber 2025. New. World-renowned cellist and conductor, Julian Lloyd Webber, showcases the best musicians, from cellists and organists to composers and trumpeters.

1h 17:00 – 18:00

Stories From Tate Britain

Stories From Tate Britain

Focusing on the art and artists within Tate Britain's collection, featuring various art historians and cultural figures exploring different themes and artists.

1h 18:00 – 19:00

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A young man schemes to speed up his inheritance of his rich uncle's estate.

30 min 19:00 – 19:30

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

A burglar bargains with his victims when he discovers robbery will not be as profitable as capitalising on a life insurance pay out.

30 min 19:30 – 20:00

Van Gogh By Vincent

Van Gogh By Vincent

himself. This is the story of Vincent told using eight of his self-portraits.

1h 20:00 – 21:00

Simon & Garfunkel

Simon & Garfunkel

The Duo perform their third live album with performances taken from shows at Madison Square Garden and New Jersey in December 2003.

2h 20 min 21:00 – 23:20