What's on Sky Arts? Browse the next 100 programmes starting in the next seven days. All times are UK time.
Mrs Bixby and the Colonel's Coat: Unable to show her dentist husband Cyril the fur coat her lover has given her, Mrs Bixby proceeds to hatch a clever plan. (S1, ep 2)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
William and Mary: When her husband William dies, Mary Pearl is shocked that his will stipulates that his brain should be kept alive - with interesting results. (S1, ep 3)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Murder Case: An actor learns that his ex, an actress, is now married to her play's backer. They rekindle their romance and plot to get her out of her marriage. (S2, ep 19)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Anyone For Murder?: A psychology professor places an ad offering to help spouses get rid of their other halves, grabbing the police's attention. Trouble ensues. (S2, ep 20)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Experience the Grand Ole Opry from home as country music's biggest stars and beloved Opry members take to the stage. Featuring Carrie Underwood, Deana Carter and Hannah Harper.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
...Of The Mamas & The Papas. Interviews and performance footage tells the remarkable story of 1960s Californian pop group The Mamas and the Papas.
Sky Arts(75 minutes)
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.
Sky Arts(95 minutes)
Matt Weston, Dexter Fletcher, Nikita Gill: Nine artists paint three famous faces. Who will impress and reach the semi-final? (S13, ep 3)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
A Night At The Opera: It featured hits Bohemian Rhapsody and You're My Best Friend and propelled the band to superstardom. The story of how Queen created their seminal fourth album.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Prog rock icons Pink Floyd reflect on the creation of their hugely influential concept album, with rarely seen archive studio footage.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
A film from long-time Pink Floyd collaborator Ian Emes, offering a captivating and intuitive interpretation of the Rock'n'Roll legends' music.
Sky Arts(70 minutes)
...Circus Maximus, Rome. New. Captured at Rome's historic Circus Maximus in 2024, David Gilmour performs songs from his latest album alongside favourites from the Pink Floyd.
Sky Arts(175 minutes)
...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.
Sky Arts(105 minutes)
Stereophonics: The Welsh rockers play and discuss Just Enough Education to Perform, their 2001 album which earned them huge global success, at The Clapham Grand. (S1, ep 2)
Sky Arts(85 minutes)
Sam Fender: Brian and Mark visit Mark's own British Grove recording studio to meet fellow Geordie Sam Fender, who discusses his musical journey so far. (S1, ep 2)
Sky Arts(55 minutes)
The Joshua Tree: Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen and producers Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois give an insight into the making of their 1987 smash The Joshua Tree. (S1, ep 18)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Leading music critics and DJs discuss the life, music, legacy and larger-than-life stage characters of the glam rock legend.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
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. (S5, ep 16)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
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.
Sky Arts(75 minutes)
At the Lightroom in London, pianist Yuja Wang offers an extraordinary recital at the heart of the immersive exhibition devoted to David Hockney.
Sky Arts(75 minutes)
Lamb to the Slaughter: When Mary kills her husband with a frozen leg of lamb, she must think quickly to hide the evidence. (S1, ep 4)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Landlady: When a young man arrives in Bath, he is shocked to find his seemingly charming landlady has a dark side. (S1, ep 5)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Neck: A young lady is cut down to size by her husband's loyal butler when it is discovered she is having an affair. (S1, ep 6)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Edward the Conqueror: When Edward grows tired of his wife Louisa's obsession with a stray cat and decides to get rid of it, Louisa exacts her revenge. (S1, ep 7)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
New. With each episode devoted to a single movie, this docuseries explores the ingredients that went into making a classic. (S6, ep 2)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Two failing teens travel through time to gather history's greatest figures for the ultimate school report. (1989)
Sky Arts(105 minutes)
Matt Weston, Dexter Fletcher, Nikita Gill: Nine artists paint three famous faces. Who will impress and reach the semi-final? (S13, ep 3)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Don McLean takes viewers behind the making of 1971's 'American Pie' album, a bittersweet portrait of baby boomers' new reality.
Sky Arts(75 minutes)
Concert film capturing Dire Straits during their two-night gig at the Hammersmith Odeon. The climax of their Love Over Gold tour, hits include Romeo and Juliet and Sultans of Swing.
Sky Arts(120 minutes)
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.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
New. Exploring the life and work of John le Carré, this documentary reveals how personal experience, espionage and moral complexity reshaped modern spy fiction.
Sky Arts(120 minutes)
Peel back surprising and revealing layers of the iconic Ian Fleming to reveal a man whose life was every bit as gripping as that of Bond himself.
Sky Arts(105 minutes)
Explore the eclectic career of Sean Connery, who, having become a star thanks to James Bond, never stopped trying to shed the image of a sexy, brutal macho that stuck to 007.
Sky Arts(75 minutes)
New. Opry Live: Jon Pardi, Ernest, Tanya Tucker: Country stars take to the stage for a special night of live performances from the Grand Ole Opry. (S1, ep 17)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Coat of Many Colors: Country singing sensation Dolly Parton looks back at six of her most famous songs, discussing their inspiration, impact, legacy and accolades. (1 of 6)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Jolene: Country star Dolly Parton looks back at her early career moves and discusses the inspiration behind her song Jolene, which has been covered by more than 400 artists. (2 of 6)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
I Will Always Love You: Dolly Parton discusses the success of I Will Always Love You, and why denying Elvis the chance to cover it became one of her savviest business moves. (3 of 6)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
It's All Wrong, But It's Alright: Dolly Parton recalls how she shocked the country scene with her 1978 hit It's All Wrong, But It's Alright. With Miley Cyrus and Lily Tomlin. (4 of 6)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
9 To 5: Dolly Parton reflects on her Oscar-nominated song 9 To 5 and the challenges of acting in Hollywood. With her 9 to 5 co-star Lily Tomlin and goddaughter Miley Cyrus. (5 of 6)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Travelin' Thru: Dolly Parton reflects on the conservative backlash to her hit Travelin' Thru, how she came to be seen as a gay activist and her transition from country to pop. (6 of 6)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
A stunning set from Johnny Cash at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring exhilarating performances of all-time classics and special guests.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Former band members of The Doors discuss their self-titled debut album, which featured The End and Light My Fire, and the lyrical genius of Jim Morrison.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
A Celebration. Superstar violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter celebrates her 60th birthday year with a performance she created with her friends and musical colleagues.
Sky Arts(130 minutes)
Painting On Wood: Instead of traditional canvas or paper, learn how to paint on wood with Portrait Artist of the Year Series 7 Semi Finalist Alvin Kofi. (S1, ep 31)
Sky Arts(25 minutes)
Painting on Black: Landscape Artist of the Year Series 9 Cat Croxford talks us through how to create a dramatic landscape by starting with a dark ground. (S1, ep 32)
Sky Arts(25 minutes)
The Landlady: When a young man arrives in Bath, he is shocked to find his seemingly charming landlady has a dark side. (S1, ep 5)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Neck: A young lady is cut down to size by her husband's loyal butler when it is discovered she is having an affair. (S1, ep 6)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Last Request: A man about to be executed for a murder he did not commit uses a last request to outline his version of events. (S3, ep 8)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Young One: A rebellious teenage girl uses any means necessary to get free of her overly protective aunt who is raising her. (S3, ep 9)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Daniel Day Lewis: A look at the life of the three-time Academy Award-winner, whose fruitful career includes acclaimed roles in My Left Foot and Gangs of New York. (S12, ep 9)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
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. (S5, ep 11)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
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. (S5, ep 12)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Edward the Conqueror: When Edward grows tired of his wife Louisa's obsession with a stray cat and decides to get rid of it, Louisa exacts her revenge. (S1, ep 7)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Diplomatic Corpse: A married couple is set to inherit £30,000 when the wife's aunt riding with them dies, but in Mexico while transporting her body, she is stolen. (S3, ep 10)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Deadly: A plumber who blackmails housewives over false claims of having affairs meets one who has an idea about stopping him. (S3, ep 11)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Television Comes of Age: Series exploring the changing face of America throughout the 60s, starting with a look at the groundbreaking television that shaped the nation. (S1, ep 1)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Robert Donat: A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actor, known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps and as Mr Chipping in Goodbye, Mr Chips. (S12, ep 10)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
The competition moves to Stowe, Buckinghamshire, where the artists attempt to capture views of the stunning country house and gardens. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host. (S2, ep 6)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
The Way Up To Heaven: Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. (S1, ep 9)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Bonfire: After a lonely woman moves to a small town to live in the home of her recently deceased aunt, she finds one neighbor is particularly willing to help. (S1, ep 13)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
New. Recorded in Pisa's Piazza dei Cavalieri in 1997, this unforgettable concert captures an evening of world-class music in the heart of Tuscany.
Sky Arts(115 minutes)
A magical performance of André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra, live in this special recording from Bahrain.
Sky Arts(85 minutes)
...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.
Sky Arts(100 minutes)
...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.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
New. A story of music, scandal and artistic daring behind Handel's Messiah, one of classical music's most celebrated works.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch: One of the world's most popular pictures, The Garden of Earthly Delights is also one of the most mysterious. (S3, ep 3)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Polish Rider by Rembrandt: He rides on a pure white horse, but who is he? Rembrandt's famous equestrian portrait has never been convincingly explained - until now. (S3, ep 4)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Television Comes of Age: Series exploring the changing face of America throughout the 60s, starting with a look at the groundbreaking television that shaped the nation. (S1, ep 1)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Exploring Indian and Western classical fusion, featuring Jasdeep Singh Degun and violin legend Dr L Subramanium at this year's Darbar Festival. (S1, ep 1)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
...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.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Monochrome Palette: Learn how to create a portrait using different shades of just one colour with Series 8 Portrait Artist of the Year artist Amy Dury. (S1, ep 33)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Drawing with Coloured Pencils: The only artist to win the competition using coloured pencils, shares his techniques for using them to create portraits. (S1, ep 34)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Edward the Conqueror: When Edward grows tired of his wife Louisa's obsession with a stray cat and decides to get rid of it, Louisa exacts her revenge. (S1, ep 7)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
A Dip in the Pool: An American gambler must come up with a cunning plan to slow down a ship at sea in order to win a bet. (S1, ep 8)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Diplomatic Corpse: A married couple is set to inherit £30,000 when the wife's aunt riding with them dies, but in Mexico while transporting her body, she is stolen. (S3, ep 10)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Deadly: A plumber who blackmails housewives over false claims of having affairs meets one who has an idea about stopping him. (S3, ep 11)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Robert Donat: A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actor, known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps and as Mr Chipping in Goodbye, Mr Chips. (S12, ep 10)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
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. (S5, ep 13)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
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. (S5, ep 14)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Way Up To Heaven: Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. (S1, ep 9)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Depart in Peace: Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. (S1, ep 10)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Miss Paisley's Cat: An elderly woman's beloved alley cat is killed by the local bookie, sending her down a path of rage. (S3, ep 12)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Night of the Execution: A struggling deputy DA who gets a murder conviction against a man for killing his wife is confronted by another who claims he committed the crime. (S3, ep 13)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The World on the Brink: A look back at the tense political situations that arose in the 60s, from the Cuban missile crisis to the Bay of Pigs Invasion. (S1, ep 2)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Ronald Colman: 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. (S12, ep 11)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
It's the semi-final and the artists set up their easels at Margate harbour, where they attempt to capture the stunning coastline views. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host. (S2, ep 7)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
My Ladylove, My Dove: When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. (S1, ep 11)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
Taste: A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. (S1, ep 12)
Sky Arts(30 minutes)
The Tender Poisoner: An executive plans to end an associate's love affair, saving the man's career and marriage. (S1, ep 14)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
New. A story of music, scandal and artistic daring behind Handel's Messiah, one of classical music's most celebrated works.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
New & Exclusive. Constanze Mozart visits aged composer Antonio Salieri, who tells his story. In 1781, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart arrives in Vienna. (1 of 5)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
A Fresh Start: Dedicated dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (1 of 3)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
Discover the fascinating story of The Cimarons - the first UK band to embrace the thrilling new sound coming out of Jamaica - and follow the band's final chapter.
Sky Arts(120 minutes)
...Year National Trust Favourites. National Trust properties have been the lifeblood of the contest; this special celebrates the top 10 paintings from the series, as voted by by fans.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
New. Danny Beard, Yalda Hakim, Arti Shah: Nine artists paint drag performer Danny Beard but who will earn a semi-final place? (S13, ep 4)
Sky Arts(60 minutes)
David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected.
Sky Arts(60 minutes)