Sky Arts TV Guide
The Sound Of Protest
In a world that continues to suppress freedom of expression, music can be a weapon. But while protest songs shine a light, can they truly propel change.
1h 20 min 00:35 – 01:55
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 01:55 – 03:10
Simple Minds
Simple Minds: At Paisley Abbey, the rock band perform their breakthrough 1982 album, New Gold Dream , including the hit Promised You a Miracle.
1h 03:10 – 04:10
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.
30 min 04:10 – 04:40
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.
1h 20 min 04:40 – 06:00
English National Ballet In Paris
An in-depth look at the English National Ballet as it prepares to make history by becoming the first UK company in 60 years to perform on the Palais Garnier stage.
1h 15 min 06:00 – 07:15
Lang Lang
The world-renowned pianist goes on a personal journey through his most beloved melodies.
1h 15 min 07:15 – 08:30
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 08:30 – 09:00
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 09:00 – 09:30
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 09:30 – 10:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community - although his motives prove sinister.
30 min 10:00 – 10:30
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 10:30 – 11:00
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
A small town is rocked by a series of murders which begins with the killing of a local farmer's son.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
A woman becomes the target of her murderous spouse after she finds a button from one of his victims.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
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 13:00 – 13:30
Becoming Marilyn
A portrait in the feminist and post #MeToo era, with a contemporary take on violence against women during Hollywood's golden years in the 1950s through the eyes of a female director.
1h 10 min 13:30 – 14:40
The Misfits
A divorcée falls for an over-the-hill cowboy who is struggling to maintain his romantically independent lifestyle.
2h 20 min 14:40 – 17:00
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026
Joined by 50 wildcard artists taking part, the winning artist here will advance to the semi-final and take a step closer to claiming the prize.
1h 17:00 – 18:00
Cliff Richard And The Shadows:...
The Final Reunion. Performed live in front of 15,000 fans at London's O2 Arena, Cliff and The Shadows' 50th anniversary show recreates some of their biggest hits.
2h 50 min 18:00 – 20:50
The Eagles
L.A. Forum. The six-time Grammy-winning rockers take to the stage at the Forum in California over three nights, delighting fans with hits like Hotel California and Take It Easy.
2h 55 min 20:50 – 23:45
The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
A bounty-hunting scam joins two men in an uneasy alliance against a third in a race to find a fortune in gold buried in a remote cemetery. Clint Eastwood's sprawling Western epic.
3h 20 min 23:45 – 03:05
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. Featuring Olly Murs. Flashing images.
55 min 03:05 – 04:00
Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends
Brian and Mark meet 80s icon Cyndi Lauper in New York where she discusses her tumultuous career and teaches them how to play 'True Colours'.
1h 04:00 – 05:00
Cream
Disraeli Gears: Cream's Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce discuss the making of Disraeli Gears, their timeless 1967 album that solidified their status as a 'super group'.
1h 05:00 – 06:00
Kiss Me, Kate
An ex-husband and wife team star in a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew, plagued by lovers' quarrels and gangsters seeking money. Film adaptation of the 1948 musical.
3h 06:00 – 09:00
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 09:00 – 09:30
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 09:30 – 10:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store.
30 min 10:00 – 10:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places.
30 min 10:30 – 11:00
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
A high-priced hit man has second thoughts about fulfilling his latest contract after meeting his target's lovely, disabled wife.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026
Joined by 50 wildcard artists taking part, the winning artist here will advance to the semi-final and take a step closer to claiming the prize.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
Mozart
Expert interviews, historical analysis and readings of his letters trace the evolution of Mozart's genius and his battle for financial stability in the pursuit of artistic freedom.
1h 30 min 13:00 – 14:30
Mozart's Women
A night of unforgettable music and performance. Filmed live at the London Coliseum, Mozart's Women features performances from some of opera's brightest stars.
1h 30 min 14:30 – 16:00
Discovering
Music journalists examine the life and music of Stevie Wonder, the iconic figure whose hits include You Are the Sunshine of My Life and Superstition.
30 min 16:00 – 16:30
Classic Artists
The definitive story of 60s rock supergroup Cream, featuring concert footage and interviews with Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce.
2h 25 min 16:30 – 18:55
The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes
Master sleuth Sherlock Holmes hunts his arch-nemesis Professor Moriarty, who is planning the crime of the century. Mystery starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce.
1h 35 min 18:55 – 20:30
On The Beach
After a global nuclear war, the residents of Australia must come to terms with the fact that all life will be destroyed in a matter of months.
2h 30 min 20:30 – 23:00
Ella Fitzgerald
Documentary on the life of jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald, showcasing her impact on civil rights and her lasting legacy. From Emmy-nominated filmmaker Leslie Woodhead.
2h 23:00 – 01:00
Ray Charles
Ray Charles thrills audiences with his unique mix of rock, R&B and soul at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1997.
1h 30 min 01:00 – 02:30
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. Featuring Texas.
1h 15 min 02:30 – 03:45
Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends
In Miami, disco legend Nile Rodgers explores his impressive musical career, from Studio 54 to David Bowie and Daft Punk.
1h 03:45 – 04:45
Deep Purple
Machine Head: Home to 'Smoke On The Water', Machine Head is the definitive album of British heavy metal icons Deep Purple. Find out how this classic album was created.
1h 04:45 – 05:45
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
A Swan Lake
Take a fresh look at Tchaikovsky's classic work. On stage, we see The Norwegian National Ballet, dressed in costumes by Danish fashion designer Henrik Vibskov.
1h 55 min 06:00 – 07:55
The Joy Of Painting
Bob paints a golden field of pines and greenery inside the unique shape of a tapered rectangle.
35 min 07:55 – 08:30
The Joy Of Painting
Bob paints a path of cacti and rocks that leads up to a dramatic, fiery red sky in the background.
30 min 08:30 – 09:00
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 09:00 – 09:30
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 09:30 – 10:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A museum owner tells a visitor that one of its human skeletons is actually his son's, sparking a dark flashback.
30 min 10:00 – 10:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A woman begins to realise that her domineering mother has no intention of cutting the apron strings that bind them together.
30 min 10:30 – 11:00
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.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Discovering
An intimate look at the life and career of Academy Award-winning actor Lee Marvin, who starred in movies including Cat Ballou, The Professionals and The Dirty Dozen.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store.
30 min 13:00 – 13:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places.
30 min 13:30 – 14:00
The Art Of The Garden
Ann-Marie Powell took on the task of creating the RHS's first wildlife and food gardens, with the society moving with the times.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
Landscape Artist Of The Year 2026
Joined by 50 wildcard artists taking part, the winning artist here will advance to the semi-final and take a step closer to claiming the prize.
1h 15:00 – 16:00
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.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Discovering
A look at the life and career of Oscar-winning Mexican-American actor Anthony Quinn, who starred in movies such as Viva Zapata!, Lust for Life and Zorba the Greek.
1h 17:00 – 18:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit. and it's out to get her.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Richard and Fergus meet after 25 years. Pondering a girl they both loved, they discover that their marriages failed along with their careers.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A handsome gigolo is seduced by a beautiful and rich young woman into killing her dull husband. Lee Philips and Gia Scala star.
30 min 19:00 – 19:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Meyer Fine, a gangster with an intense fear of death, learns that rivals are planning to kill him. His faithful servant tearfully agrees to do the deed instead.
30 min 19:30 – 20:00
Andre Rieu
Enjoy the King of Waltz's fantastic open air concert, complete with his famous Johann Strauss Orchestra & Choir, International Soloists, the Platin Tenors and 300 Dancers.
3h 20:00 – 23:00
Classic FM's Rising Stars...
with Julian Lloyd Webber 2025. World-renowned cellist and conductor, Julian Lloyd Webber, showcases the best musicians, from cellists and organists to composers and trumpeters.
1h 23:00 – 00:00
Nigel Kennedy
Violinist Nigel Kennedy performs Vivaldi's The Four Seasons with The English Chamber Orchestra, a piece that earned him a place in the record books as the best-selling classical work ever.
1h 10 min 00:00 – 01:10
Lang Lang
The world-renowned pianist goes on a personal journey through his most beloved melodies.
1h 10 min 01:10 – 02:20
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 02:20 – 03:40
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.
1h 03:40 – 04:40
National Trust
Waddesdon Manor: Tour the grand house built for the Rothschilds in the 19th century which hosts a renowned collection of French furniture and paintings. Narrated by Nigel Havers.
1h 20 min 04:40 – 06:00
Janine Jansen
Film following the Dutch violinist as she embarks on a daunting quest: to record an album using 12 violins made by Antonio Stradivari.
1h 50 min 06:00 – 07:50
The Joy Of Painting
Guest painter Steve Ross uses an array of colour in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake.
35 min 07:50 – 08:25
The Joy Of Painting
Bob uses blue and red highlights to accentuate the drama and beauty of a snow-covered cabin at sunset.
35 min 08:25 – 09:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers that Oliver has a nasty surprise in store.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, when he tells his wife about the thefts, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A rich old man proposes to his secretary and says she will inherit $11million. She declines but her fiancé attempts to convince her. Hazel Court stars.
30 min 10:00 – 10:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Singer Crystal Coe is being harassed by her ex-husband. He manages to track her down and makes her life a misery. Polly Bergen and Joe Maross star.
30 min 10:30 – 11:00
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.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Discovering
A look at the life and career of Oscar-winning Mexican-American actor Anthony Quinn, who starred in movies such as Viva Zapata!, Lust for Life and Zorba the Greek.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit. and it's out to get her.
30 min 13:00 – 13:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Richard and Fergus meet after 25 years. Pondering a girl they both loved, they discover that their marriages failed along with their careers.
30 min 13:30 – 14:00
The Art Of The Garden
Garden designer Alistair Baldwin stayed true to the 17th-century style of Scotland's Kinross House and the results are a sight to behold.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
Freddie Mercury
Arguably the greatest ever frontman, Freddie Mercury was a complete one-off. This is the Queen icon's story - told through the sale of his personal items at Sotheby's.
1h 15:00 – 16:00
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.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Discovering
A fascinating look at the life and career of actress and dancer Joan Crawford, who won an Academy Award for her role in the 1945 film Mildred Pierce.
1h 17:00 – 18:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A fame-hungry woman fakes an assault and blames it on a masked attacker in order to gain notoriety. Susan Harrison stars.
30 min 19:00 – 19:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Mr Clarke is terrified of guns being pointed at him and feels he must destroy anyone who would do that to him, including a young robber. George Nader stars.
30 min 19:30 – 20:00
The World In A Painting
Trace the adventures, conquests, experiences and inventions that allowed this pepper to appear in the painting of the great 17th-century Spanish painter.
1h 15 min 20:00 – 21:15
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 21:15 – 22:55
Peter O'Toole
Feature documentary reflecting on Peter O'Toole's towering theatrical legacy. Includes interviews with Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Derek Jacobi and Stephen Fry.
2h 22:55 – 00:55
Ai Weiwei
Provocative contemporary artist Ai Weiwei is eager to disturb and expose with his work. Hear his story from friends and collaborators. With strong language and distressing scenes.
1h 5 min 00:55 – 02:00
Landscape Artist Of The 2026
The winner of this heat advances to the semis and takes a step closer to the prize - a £10,000 commission for the National Gallery of Ireland.
1h 02:00 – 03:00
Mary Cassatt
Revisit the career of Mary Cassatt through prints, pastels and paintings, exploring the often-overlooked Impressionist's influence on how women appear in art.
1h 15 min 03:00 – 04:15
Inside Art
At Manchester Art Gallery. Kate Bryan pays a visit to the Manchester Art Gallery to discover more about the life and career of Derek Jarman through a retrospective exhibition.
30 min 04:15 – 04:45
National Trust
Castle Drogo: Tour the 'last castle built in England' near Exeter in Devon. It was designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens for millionaire Julius Drewe. Narrated by Nigel Havers.
1h 15 min 04:45 – 06:00
Titanic The Musical
A film of the stage musical Titanic, shot live on its 2023 UK tour. It won five Tony awards when it debuted in 1997 and recounts the aspirations of the real people on the RMS Titanic.
2h 20 min 06:00 – 08:20
The Joy Of Painting
Bob uses a black canvas to create the scene of a snowy landscape with the stunning lights of the northern sky.
35 min 08:20 – 08:55
Tales Of The Unexpected
Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit. and it's out to get her.
35 min 08:55 – 09:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Richard and Fergus meet after 25 years. Pondering a girl they both loved, they discover that their marriages failed along with their careers.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A man is bored in his marriage and leaves his wife. When he hires a private investigator for their divorce, he discovers that she is living a secret life.
30 min 10:00 – 10:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
An obnoxious wife finds her ex-husband and attempts to force him back into the relationship by the use of threats. Starring Jo Van Fleet and John Emery.
30 min 10:30 – 11:00
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.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Discovering
A fascinating look at the life and career of actress and dancer Joan Crawford, who won an Academy Award for her role in the 1945 film Mildred Pierce.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss.
30 min 13:00 – 13:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career.
30 min 13:30 – 14:00
Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir
Jim and Nancy visit Northumberland to paint the curlew, with actor Mark Benton and artist Bethany Maddocks joining them along the way.
1h 14:00 – 15:00
Tea With Judi Dench
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 15:00 – 16:00
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.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Discovering
An intimate profile of silent film pioneer Buster Keaton, whose stone-faced physical comedy turned him into a Hollywood superstar in the 1920s.
1h 17:00 – 18:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
A rich and lonely American ventures to England in search of his long-lost family. But when he meets Jane and her flatmate Eva, things begin to go wrong.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a piece of art is stolen, the gallery owner gets his girlfriend to make copies of it to sell. But did the work ever really leave the building.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A man, recently released from prison, becomes desperate when his money vanishes one night in town. Crahan Denton and Jeanette Nolan star.
30 min 19:00 – 19:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A man, fed up with his wife's nagging, plans and prepays for a stylish coffin and funeral expenses. Starring Martin Balsam and Vivian Nathan.
30 min 19:30 – 20:00
Landscape Artist Of The 2026
The winner of this heat advances to the semis and takes a step closer to the prize - a £10,000 commission for the National Gallery of Ireland.
1h 20:00 – 21:00
Celebrity Special
Artists take to the town of Whitstable as six celebrities including Jordan Stephens and Rose Matafeo submit their own entries.
1h 21:00 – 22:00
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 22:00 – 23:30
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 23:30 – 00:30
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 00:30 – 01:40
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 01:40 – 02:40
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 02:40 – 03:50
My Greatest Shot
Photographers who captured some of the world's most extraordinary images share the stories behind their craft and careers.
30 min 03:50 – 04:20
My Greatest Shot
Photographers who captured some of the world's most extraordinary images share the stories behind their craft and careers.
25 min 04:20 – 04:45
National Trust
Powis Castle: Originally built by Welsh princes circa 1200, the medieval castle in Welshpool is now home to a world famous garden. Narrated by Nigel Havers.
1h 15 min 04:45 – 06:00
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 30 min 06:00 – 07:30
The Joy Of Painting
Bob creates a beautiful snowy landscape with stately evergreens, warmed by the low-hanging winter sun over distant mountains.
30 min 07:30 – 08:00
The Joy Of Painting
Bob takes on a dramatic ocean scene as he paints crashing waves, rolling in to crash against sand and rock.
30 min 08:00 – 08:30
The Joy Of Painting
Bob uses his skill on black canvas to create a glowing, fiery landscape with warm light illuminating trees in the foreground.
30 min 08:30 – 09:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But when Emily disappears, Norma makes too much fuss.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Cara hires safecracker Sam to get back her confiscated jewels. But when she insists on joining him on the job, Sam could be making the biggest mistake of his career.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A district attorney's ambition for higher office runs the risk of interfering with the plans to go straight of a crime boss, who saved his life during the war.
30 min 10:00 – 10:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A college student tries to make the police believe that a professor has murdered his missing wife. Paul Ford and Billy Gray star.
30 min 10:30 – 11:00
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.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Discovering
An intimate profile of silent film pioneer Buster Keaton, whose stone-faced physical comedy turned him into a Hollywood superstar in the 1920s.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
A rich and lonely American ventures to England in search of his long-lost family. But when he meets Jane and her flatmate Eva, things begin to go wrong.
30 min 13:00 – 13:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a piece of art is stolen, the gallery owner gets his girlfriend to make copies of it to sell. But did the work ever really leave the building.
30 min 13:30 – 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
Bagpipes - A Celebration
A Celebration showcases Scotland's iconic bagpipe music with stunning landscapes, top pipe bands, soloists, and rich musical history.
1h 15:00 – 16:00
Jonathan Demme
Jonathan Demme: The man responsible for the crime thriller The Silence of the Lambs, take a look at the life and career of Jonathan Demme.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Discovering
A profile of Olivia de Havilland. Best known as Melanie in Gone with the Wind, she won Academy Awards for her roles in To Each His Own and The Heiress.
1h 17:00 – 18:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
A woman discovers a nasty side to her husband's personality when he goes into hospital before a holiday.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Frank is struggling financially and will do anything for money. When he meets a rich and successful schoolmate, he realises it may even stretch to murder.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Landscape Artist Of The 2026
The winner of this heat advances to the semis and takes a step closer to the prize - a £10,000 commission for the National Gallery of Ireland.
1h 19:00 – 20:00
Chaplin
A fascinating look beyond the toothbrush moustache, derby hat, walking cane and splayed feet to uncover the remarkable rise of Charlie Chaplin.
1h 15 min 20:00 – 21:15
Modern Times
In his final film as the tramp, Charlie Chaplin struggles to survive in the modern, industrialised world, repeatedly getting arrested before fleeing with his companion Ellen.
1h 30 min 21:15 – 22:45
Ridley Scott
A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning director, whose films include Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma & Louise, Gladiator and Hannibal.
1h 22:45 – 23:45
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 23:45 – 01:50
Science Fiction In The Atomic Age
Space travel revives exploration and conquest traditions, highlighting new possibilities for human life.
1h 01:50 – 02:50
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.
55 min 02:50 – 03:45
Sky Arts Book Club
Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day host as members of OKHA Queer + Black book club meet Hafsa Zayyan and Paris Lees. Also up for discussion is Joe Dunthorne's Submarine.
1h 03:45 – 04:45
National Trust
Willow Road and The Homewood: Visit two notable modernist houses: Willow Road, home of architect Erno Goldfinger, and The Homewood, designed by Patrick Gwynne.
1h 15 min 04:45 – 06:00
LSO
Mechanical marches, pounding brass. An uneasy second movement and a nightmarish vision of life in Stalin's Russia explodes in a frenzied succession of dance themes.
2h 06:00 – 08:00
The Joy Of Painting
Bob creates a scene of pure natural beauty, with majestic snow-covered peaks and evergreens looming large over lush grasslands.
30 min 08:00 – 08:30
The Joy Of Painting
Bob creates a snowy mountain scene, with a lonely log cabin in the foreground engulfed by lacy bushes and a glistening lake.
30 min 08:30 – 09:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
A rich and lonely American ventures to England in search of his long-lost family. But when he meets Jane and her flatmate Eva, things begin to go wrong.
30 min 09:00 – 09:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
When a piece of art is stolen, the gallery owner gets his girlfriend to make copies of it to sell. But did the work ever really leave the building.
30 min 09:30 – 10:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
When a young woman witnesses two men rob and kill a bank messenger, one of the men devises a plan to silence her. Starring Walter Matthau and Glenn Cannon.
30 min 10:00 – 10:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A husband continuously neglects his wife's desire for companionship, inadvertently bringing about an unwanted police presence. Anne Francis stars.
30 min 10:30 – 11:00
Jonathan Demme
Jonathan Demme: The man responsible for the crime thriller The Silence of the Lambs, take a look at the life and career of Jonathan Demme.
1h 11:00 – 12:00
Discovering
A profile of Olivia de Havilland. Best known as Melanie in Gone with the Wind, she won Academy Awards for her roles in To Each His Own and The Heiress.
1h 12:00 – 13:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
A woman discovers a nasty side to her husband's personality when he goes into hospital before a holiday.
30 min 13:00 – 13:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Frank is struggling financially and will do anything for money. When he meets a rich and successful schoolmate, he realises it may even stretch to murder.
30 min 13:30 – 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
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 15:00 – 16:00
Christopher Nolan
Christopher Nolan: An iconic director with a portfolio of blockbuster films, explore the life and career of silver-screen genius Christopher Nolan.
1h 16:00 – 17:00
Discovering
A fascinating look at the life and career of William Holden, an actor who became one of Hollywood's biggest box office draws from the 1950s through to the 1970s.
1h 17:00 – 18:00
Tales Of The Unexpected
Commemorate the passing of the late Doctor Who actor Bernard Cribbins by revisiting an episode of the Tales of the Unexpected he stars in - The Memory Man.
30 min 18:00 – 18:30
Tales Of The Unexpected
Claire and her boyfriend have always counted on inheriting Claire's wealthy aunt's fortune. But when they hear she has a new heir lined up, they are forced to act.
30 min 18:30 – 19:00
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A private detective trying to find evidence that a gentle older woman is cheating on her separated husband, falls in love with her. Kay Walsh and Eric Barker star.
30 min 19:00 – 19:30
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A magician takes a simple-minded runaway under his wing, but his wife has a sinister idea for the easily manipulated man. Brandon De Wilde stars.
30 min 19:30 – 20:00
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.
1h 20:00 – 21:00
Billy Joel
Part One: Showcases an extensive look at Billy Joel's life and music career, featuring exclusive interviews, performances, home movies and personal photographs.
2h 50 min 21:00 – 23:50