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Sky Arts is a free-to-air channel dedicated to arts and culture, carrying music performances, documentaries, classic films and arts competitions including Portrait Artist of the Year and Landscape Artist of the Year. Available on Freeview and Sky.
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Under Milk Wood is a National Theatre Live production of Dylan Thomas’s drama, set in a sleepy Welsh seaside village. A day’s worth of dreams, secrets and longing unfold as the locals wake to boiled …
Sky Arts presents a short documentary that follows a chili pepper’s trek from the New World to the canvas of 17th‑century Spanish master Diego Velázquez. It tracks the voyages, conquests and inventio…
Freddie Mercury was an unmatched frontman, a true original. The show charts his life by following the auction of his personal belongings at Sotheby's.
At the Lightroom in London, world‑class pianist Yuja Wang gives an intimate recital in the middle of a David Hockney exhibition. Her dazzling virtuosity plays against Hockney’s colourful canvases, and live cameras on the walls provide a fresh visual angle. If you love top‑level piano and visual fla…
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In this masterclass, contestants from Portrait Artist of the Year and Landscape Artist of the Year mix colours live and hand out tips you can try at home. Judge Tai‑Shan Schierenberg hosts, and each …
In this masterclass the Portrait and Landscape Artist of the Year contestants walk you through painting convincing skies and clouds, showing colour‑mixing tricks and brushwork basics. Series judge Ta…
The Dirty Detail: Vietnam vet Fred Pearson's been left shattered by years of his sergeant's abuse, but finally he gets a shot at settling the score. (Series 7, episode 1)
A guy claims he's a chess prodigy and walks us through the flawless murder he plotted after learning his wife was having an affair. (Series 7, episode 2)
In series 3, episode 25 of Alfred Hitchcock Presents, a newsman on a flight to Egypt boasts about his past arms‑trafficking connections. A fellow passenger calls his story into question, and Hitchcoc…
Series three drops a quirky caper: a homicide detective finds himself sharing tea with four elderly ladies who decide to stage a twisted version of *Arsenic and Old Lace*. Their seemingly harmless ho…
Take a look at the life and career of Oscar‑winning Hollywood star Tom Hanks, best known for hits like Forrest Gump and The Green Mile. (S13, ep 1)
André Rieu heads back to his hometown and leads the Johann Strauss Orchestra in a huge open‑air concert on Maastricht’s historic square. He and the band play waltzes, pop classics and his own violin …
Three blokes are being extorted by a woman for cash, then she ends up dead and they start worrying they’ll get the blame. Meanwhile, her driver’s got his own plan up his sleeve. (Series 7, episode 3)
A best‑selling author finds himself under fire from the feminist crowd over his books, and he’s convinced that a night in with his wife will set everything straight. (Series 7, episode 4)
The 2021 Sky Arts documentary follows Thomas Hardy from his modest start to the poet behind *Tess of the d’Urbervilles*. It examines the hardships and social exclusions that shaped his work and his r…
Classic Albums examines the making of Bob Marley and the Wailers’ 1973 record *Catch a Fire*, the album that launched them internationally. It has interviews with label boss Chris Blackwell, engineer…
We chart Denzel Washington’s rise from his early gigs to becoming a two‑time Oscar winner, with big roles in Glory, Training Day, Malcolm X and a string of other well‑known movies. (Series 13, episod…
Portrait Artist of the Year pits a handful of artists against each other for a £10,000 commission that will be displayed in a national gallery. In the 2014 series the winner paints actor Alan Cumming…
Number Eight: A motorist gives a hitchhiker a lift, then the radio reports a serial killer is on the run. He starts to wonder whether the guy in the passenger seat could be the murderer. (Series 7, e…
A cheating magazine editor launches a contest for the ultimate murder story, only to see real life start copying the idea.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents drops you into a twisted insurance scam in “Disappearing Trick”. A smooth bookmaker corners a man who faked his own death to collect the payout. The widow wants a share too.…
Alfred Hitchcock Presents delivers a twisty murder tale in the series‑three episode “Lamb to the Slaughter.” Mary Maloney’s police‑chief husband is found dead, and the detectives can’t locate the mur…
The 2021 Sky Arts documentary follows Thomas Hardy from his modest start to the poet behind *Tess of the d’Urbervilles*. It examines the hardships and social exclusions that shaped his work and his r…
Much Ado About Nothing is a breezy Shakespeare comedy set in a family‑run hotel on the Italian Riviera. A young couple’s wedding sparks a tangle of tricks and gossip. The National Theatre Live film s…
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The Pilgrimage of Gilbert & George looks at the lives and art of the duo. It has new interviews with Gilbert Prousch and George Passmore, plus input from White Cube gallerist Jay Jopling, filmmaker J…
From the Edinburgh International Festival base, violinist Nicola Benedetti hosts a live classical music showcase – part one of a two‑part run.
André Rieu heads back to his hometown and leads the Johann Strauss Orchestra in a huge open‑air concert on Maastricht’s historic square. He and the band play waltzes, pop classics and his own violin …
Miriam Margolyes lends her voice while the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, under Nicholas Carter’s baton, delivers Prokofiev’s classic children’s story.
Artist of the Year: Masterclass offers live painting tutorials from contestants who have appeared on Portrait Artist of the Year and Landscape Artist of the Year. This episode zeroes in on “Drawing W…
Artist of the Year: Masterclass serves up live painting tips from the contestants of Portrait Artist of the Year and Landscape Artist of the Year. In this episode they break down how to approach a po…
Artist of the Year: Masterclass gives you live tutorials from past Portrait Artist of the Year and Landscape Artist of the Year contestants as they walk you through the basics of life drawing. Series…
Three blokes are being extorted by a woman for cash, then she ends up dead and they start worrying they’ll get the blame. Meanwhile, her driver’s got his own plan up his sleeve. (Series 7, episode 3)
A best‑selling author finds himself under fire from the feminist crowd over his books, and he’s convinced that a night in with his wife will set everything straight. (Series 7, episode 4)
Alfred Hitchcock Presents drops you into a twisted insurance scam in “Disappearing Trick”. A smooth bookmaker corners a man who faked his own death to collect the payout. The widow wants a share too.…
Alfred Hitchcock Presents delivers a twisty murder tale in the series‑three episode “Lamb to the Slaughter.” Mary Maloney’s police‑chief husband is found dead, and the detectives can’t locate the mur…
We chart Denzel Washington’s rise from his early gigs to becoming a two‑time Oscar winner, with big roles in Glory, Training Day, Malcolm X and a string of other well‑known movies. (Series 13, episod…
André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra present a one‑hour concert of love songs, filmed in his hometown of Maastricht, Netherlands. The Dutch violinist leads the group through classic and romant…
Number Eight: A motorist gives a hitchhiker a lift, then the radio reports a serial killer is on the run. He starts to wonder whether the guy in the passenger seat could be the murderer. (Series 7, e…
A cheating magazine editor launches a contest for the ultimate murder story, only to see real life start copying the idea.
Jim (Vic Reeves) and his wife Nancy travel to the East Yorkshire coast to paint a gannet. They are joined by artists Colin and Jess Self and Jim’s mum Audrey for a weekend of colour and banter. The g…
A look back at how Pink Floyd built Dark Side of the Moon, with rare studio footage and interviews. You’ll hear the band—Roger Waters, David
Take a peek at Whoopi Goldberg’s journey, from her early turns in The Colour Purple and Sister Act to the hard‑hitting drama Glory, tracing how she became one of Hollywood’s
Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell open Series 3 of Portrait Artist of the Year, searching for fresh portrait talent. In the first episode the artists face celebrity sitters Stanley Tucci, Indira Varma …
A woman who’s gone off the rails after killing her husband to be with a younger lover spots an advert for an anti‑ageing treatment called the Gift of Beauty and gets pulled into its promise. (S7, ep …
Wet Saturday: George Princey’s a respected local, but after his daughter kills a man, he scrambles to keep it under wraps and protect his standing. (Series 7, Episode 8)
Alfred Hitchcock Presents is a classic anthology of bite‑size thrillers, each introduced by Hitchcock himself. In the third‑series episode “Fatal Figures”, a bored, meek man seeks a sense of importan…
Alfred Hitchcock Presents delivers a tidy thriller called “Death Sentence.” Norman keeps his distance, leading his wife Paula to think he’s fallen out of love. He threatens murder to prove her wrong.…
The LSO in Concert offers a live‑style performance of the London Symphony
Go backstage with the London Philharmonic’s woodwind and percussion players as they prepare for Mahler’s Second Symphony. Follow the bassoonist, flautist and percussion crew into the
The Seventies episode takes a close look at the Watergate scandal and how it forced Richard Nixon to become the only US president ever to resign. Archive footage and expert commentary break down the …
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Celebrating Hammer Horror’s 90‑year run, this Sky Arts documentary follows the studio’s rise from a cramped London back office to a legend of the horror genre. Tim Burton appears to share his thought…
A 1940s film version of Dickens’s *Great Expectations* follows a poor orphan who suddenly becomes heir to a mysterious benefactor, turning him into a gentleman. The period‑style production uses black…
A look at Oscar‑winning director Oliver Stone – his background, his career path and the films that made his name, from Scarface and Midnight Express to Platoon and Natural Born Killers. (Series 5, ep…
Sky Arts Book Club is a book‑club style talk show hosted by Andi Oliver and Elizabeth Day. This week they are joined by novelist Tahmima Anam and writer Raven Smith, who discuss their new books. The …
André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra present a one‑hour concert of love songs, filmed in his hometown of Maastricht, Netherlands. The Dutch violinist leads the group through classic and romant…
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. (1953)
Number Eight: A motorist gives a hitchhiker a lift, then the radio reports a serial killer is on the run. He starts to wonder whether the guy in the passenger seat could be the murderer. (Series 7, e…
A cheating magazine editor launches a contest for the ultimate murder story, only to see real life start copying the idea.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents is a classic anthology of bite‑size thrillers, each introduced by Hitchcock himself. In the third‑series episode “Fatal Figures”, a bored, meek man seeks a sense of importan…
Alfred Hitchcock Presents delivers a tidy thriller called “Death Sentence.” Norman keeps his distance, leading his wife Paula to think he’s fallen out of love. He threatens murder to prove her wrong.…
Take a peek at Whoopi Goldberg’s journey, from her early turns in The Colour Purple and Sister Act to the hard‑hitting drama Glory, tracing how she became one of Hollywood’s
How It All Began follows André Rieu from his modest beginnings in Maastricht to the sold‑out world tours that have made him a household name. You’ll see his early days and the work that goes into the…
A woman who’s gone off the rails after killing her husband to be with a younger lover spots an advert for an anti‑ageing treatment called the Gift of Beauty and gets pulled into its promise. (S7, ep …
Wet Saturday: George Princey’s a respected local, but after his daughter kills a man, he scrambles to keep it under wraps and protect his standing. (Series 7, Episode 8)
The series ends with conductor Charles Hazlewood looking ahead. He asks where an orchestra belongs in today’s music scene. He runs a few experiments and talks with musicians to see how a modern ensem…
Def Leppard: Classic Albums examines the making of their fourth record, Hysteria. The band formed in Sheffield in the ’70s and were part of the new wave of British heavy metal. This episode shows how…
From child model to Oscar‑nominated turn in Taxi Driver, this film charts Jodie Foster’s climb into Hollywood fame. (Series 13, episode 4)
Portrait Artist of the Year puts emerging painters head‑to‑head, each trying to capture a celebrity sitter on canvas. This episode has Sue Perkins, Richard E Grant and Nina Sosanya as subjects. Frank…
Sauce for the Goose – Olivia has orchestrated her wealthy husband's murder to be with Stephen, only to find his lack of gratitude increasingly irksome. (Series 7, episode 9)
Bird Of Prey – Jack and Edna’s pet parrot dies after laying a huge egg, and when it finally hatches a fierce black‑feathered bird bursts
In this episode of Making A Maestro, you sit in on a London Symphony Orchestra concert conducted by the newest Donatella Flick Competition winner—a rising baton‑wizard. You hear the LSO at its best a…
A 1940s film version of Dickens’s *Great Expectations* follows a poor orphan who suddenly becomes heir to a mysterious benefactor, turning him into a gentleman. The period‑style production uses black…
Michael's keen to turn over a new leaf and stick by his fiancée, but a flood of attractive women start falling for him, putting his loyalty on the line.
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A close‑up on the famous actor, racer and cultural icon, with his son and ex‑wives and other close friends stepping in to share memories and chart his remarkable life.
Discover the secrets of the legendary Guggenheim Museum and its modern art heart, uncovering the unique situations leading to the assembly of its works.
In this episode the series turns to Goya’s nightmarish “Saturn Devouring His Son”. It explores the darkness, fear and haunted imagination that drove the Spanish master, and examines the turbulent pol…
Beyond The Brush examines Hieronymus Bosch’s The Garden of Earthly Delights and takes you through its strange scenery, odd creatures and the moral messages hidden in the 15th‑century triptych. Host J…
In Venice we see both the art collection and jewels of Attilio Codognato, who has made pieces for everyone from Elizabeth Taylor to the Duchess of Windsor. (S1, ep 6)
How It All Began follows André Rieu from his modest beginnings in Maastricht to the sold‑out world tours that have made him a household name. You’ll see his early days and the work that goes into the…
A colourful celebration of LGBTQ+ classical music, diversity and storytelling with an awe-inspiring performance from the London Symphony Orchestra.
Mixed Media Portraiture: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 22)
Tricks to Finding Likeness: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 23)
Self Portraiture: Live tutorials on aspects of painting given by Portrait Artist of The Year and Landscape Artist of The Year contestants. (S1, ep 24)
A woman who’s gone off the rails after killing her husband to be with a younger lover spots an advert for an anti‑ageing treatment called the Gift of Beauty and gets pulled into its promise. (S7, ep …
Wet Saturday: George Princey’s a respected local, but after his daughter kills a man, he scrambles to keep it under wraps and protect his standing. (Series 7, Episode 8)
The Festive Season: A bitter man continues to live in a dark old mansion with his controlling sister, who he suspects killed his wife while openly planning her murder. (S3, ep 31)
Listen, Listen....!: Not a soul will listen to a mild-mannered man's theory about a string of murders that happen close to home. (S3, ep 32)
From child model to Oscar‑nominated turn in Taxi Driver, this film charts Jodie Foster’s climb into Hollywood fame. (Series 13, episode 4)
Join Dutch violin sensation André Rieu as he dazzles audiences at some of the most historic venues around the world.
Sauce for the Goose – Olivia has orchestrated her wealthy husband's murder to be with Stephen, only to find his lack of gratitude increasingly irksome. (Series 7, episode 9)
Bird Of Prey – Jack and Edna’s pet parrot dies after laying a huge egg, and when it finally hatches a fierce black‑feathered bird bursts
Go backstage with the London Philharmonic’s woodwind and percussion players as they prepare for Mahler’s Second Symphony. Follow the bassoonist, flautist and percussion crew into the
Krist Novoselic and Dave Grohl chat about how they put together Nevermind and reflect on Kurt Cobain’s lasting impact.
This episode charts the life and career of Peter Ustinov, the two‑time Academy Award winner who featured in films such as Spartacus, Topkapi, Quo Vadis and others.
James Norton, Raleigh Ritchie and Lesley Manville: The artists paint three sitters to compete for the £10,000 commission. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host. (S3, ep 3)
A struggling clothing manufacturer in Wilmington, about to go bust, begins to mull killing his wife for the insurance payout. (Series 7, episode 11)
Steve and Jane pose as polish‑researchers to worm their way into people’s homes, but their con hits a snag when they finally run into someone who’s one step ahead. (Series 7, episode 12)
Post Mortem: A wife refuses to let her husband squander a $133,000 sweepstakes ticket inherited from her first dead spouse, so he plans on killing her. (S3, ep 33)
The Crocodile Case: Jack kills Phyllis' first husband and cashes in by marrying the widow. But after identifying her lost crocodile dressing case, he might have exposed himself. (S3, ep 34)
1987 Revisited: Guy revisits 1987, when performances from The Smiths and The Cure set The Tube alight. The Roxy later welcomes the likes of The Fall and The Housemartins. (S4, ep 4)
Brian Wilson and the other Beach Boys spill the beans on how they crafted their 1966 classic, Pet Sounds.
Gary Weis's docudrama stitches together 1976 Beach Boys concert footage with sit‑downs with the band, and even ropes in Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi playing the Blues Brothers.
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The best moments from Friday at the Isle of Wight Festival 2024, with incredible performances from The Prodigy, The Streets and more kicking off the weekend.
Former Frankie Goes to Hollywood star Holly Johnson returns to music with British humour and style, performing Americanos at Baloise Session 2022 after a long hiatus.
Join Dutch violin sensation André Rieu as he dazzles audiences at some of the most historic venues around the world.
A behind‑the‑scenes glimpse at English National Ballet as they roll out their brand‑new Nutcracker world premiere.
Three blokes are being extorted by a woman for cash, then she ends up dead and they start worrying they’ll get the blame. Meanwhile, her driver’s got his own plan up his sleeve. (Series 7, episode 3)
A best‑selling author finds himself under fire from the feminist crowd over his books, and he’s convinced that a night in with his wife will set everything straight. (Series 7, episode 4)
Number Eight: A motorist gives a hitchhiker a lift, then the radio reports a serial killer is on the run. He starts to wonder whether the guy in the passenger seat could be the murderer. (Series 7, e…
A cheating magazine editor launches a contest for the ultimate murder story, only to see real life start copying the idea.
A woman who’s gone off the rails after killing her husband to be with a younger lover spots an advert for an anti‑ageing treatment called the Gift of Beauty and gets pulled into its promise. (S7, ep …
Wet Saturday: George Princey’s a respected local, but after his daughter kills a man, he scrambles to keep it under wraps and protect his standing. (Series 7, Episode 8)
Forecast - Low Clouds and Coastal Fog: A frightened young woman would like company in her husband's absence, but is anyone really trustworthy? (S1, ep 17)
A Tangled Web: A charming French maid elopes with a professional burglar, but his jealous accomplice has his own plans. (S1, ep 18)
Michael's keen to turn over a new leaf and stick by his fiancée, but a flood of attractive women start falling for him, putting his loyalty on the line.
A look at the life and career of Gene Wilder, the charismatic star of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein. (S9, ep 4)
New. A look at the vivid '40s adaptation of the Dickens classic about a poor young orphan who becomes a gentleman of means thanks to a mysterious benefactor. (S5, ep 1)
In this episode of Making A Maestro, you sit in on a London Symphony Orchestra concert conducted by the newest Donatella Flick Competition winner—a rising baton‑wizard. You hear the LSO at its best a…
Catch the 1988 A Momentary Lapse of Reason tour on film, with Pink Floyd belting out classics such as Wish You Were Here and Time.
Set in the haunting ruins of the ancient Roman Amphitheater in Pompeii, it showcases Pink Floyd performing an intimate concert without an audience.
...Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd. Follow the tragic journey of Syd Barrett - the original singer of Pink Floyd - as interviews with those closest to him detail his downfall.
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Bob Dylan has influenced an entire generation of musicians. But who influenced him? This documentary explores the work of those who shaped his music.
...Of the Mirror. Venture back to the 60s in this film from Murray Lerner, featuring Bob Dylan's appearances at the Newport Folk Festival and exploring his rise to musical stardom.
A look at the late David Crosby's folk-rock super group - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - famed for their vocal harmonies and fiery interpersonal relationships. (S5, ep 19)
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. (S5, ep 20)
New. London's Royal Opera House presents Mozart's timeless comic opera, a masterpiece brimming with captivating arias and emotional depth.
Sauce for the Goose – Olivia has orchestrated her wealthy husband's murder to be with Stephen, only to find his lack of gratitude increasingly irksome. (Series 7, episode 9)
Bird Of Prey – Jack and Edna’s pet parrot dies after laying a huge egg, and when it finally hatches a fierce black‑feathered bird bursts
A struggling clothing manufacturer in Wilmington, about to go bust, begins to mull killing his wife for the insurance payout. (Series 7, episode 11)
Steve and Jane pose as polish‑researchers to worm their way into people’s homes, but their con hits a snag when they finally run into someone who’s one step ahead. (Series 7, episode 12)
To Catch a Butterfly: When a young couple moves into a new neighborhood, they find their lives and marriage threatened by the boy next door. (S1, ep 19)
The Paragon: A man attempts to stop his insensitive wife from alienating their family and friends. (S1, ep 20)
In this episode of Making A Maestro, you sit in on a London Symphony Orchestra concert conducted by the newest Donatella Flick Competition winner—a rising baton‑wizard. You hear the LSO at its best a…
Broadway song and dance musical extravaganza, featuring the iconic songs We're in the Money, Lullaby of Broadway and Dames.
Watch the legendary country quartet – Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson – as they perform their 1990 gig at Nassau Coliseum.
A film that charts the life of Liza Minnelli, the American star best known for nailing Sally Bowles in Cabaret.
Set in 1920s Chicago, the film follows murder‑suspect Roxie Hart and nightclub queen Velma Kelly as they battle for fame from death row, while slick lawyer Billy Flynn (Richard Gere) pulls the string…
Dolly Parton takes a look back at six of her best‑known tracks, sharing the stories behind them, how they’ve been received and the honours they’ve earned. (1 of 6)
Dolly Parton reflects on her early steps in the biz and shares what sparked the tune Jolene, a song that's been covered by more than 400 other artists. (2 of 6)