Sky Arts HD ...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. 2026-10-28 Danny Beard, Yalda Hakim, Arti Shah: Nine artists paint drag performer Danny Beard but who will earn a semi-final place. 2026-10-28 David Harewood investigates the impact Italy had on Charles Dickens, discovering that the quintessentially English author was far more cosmopolitan than expected. 2026-10-28 With the National Portrait Gallery reopening, Kate Bryan discusses the refurbishment with its director and begins a journey of portraiture through the ages. 2026-10-28 A look back at the tense political situations that arose in the 60s, from the Cuban missile crisis to the Bay of Pigs Invasion. 2026-10-28 A magical performance of André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra, live in this special recording from Bahrain. 2026-10-28 Misty background evergreens and a cheerful blue sky give Bob the ideal setting in this stunning masterpiece. 2026-10-28 Brogan Bertie shares why hands play a significant role in his compositions and how they can convey the essence of a sitter. 2026-10-28 Artist Lorna May Wadsworth demonstrates that you don't have to be a professional guilder to use gold in your paintings. 2026-10-28 Mrs Foster exacts an intriguing revenge on her husband after his dawdling causes her to miss a flight. 2026-10-28 Art dealer Lionel gets an artist to visualise his fiancee Janet nude and paint her accordingly. Janet, however, does not see the funny side. 2026-10-28 An elderly woman's beloved alley cat is killed by the local bookie, sending her down a path of rage. 2026-10-28 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. 2026-10-28 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. 2026-10-28 Music journalists examine the life and music of Roy Orbison, the rock'n'roll hall of fame legend behind hits Oh, Pretty Woman, Only the Lonely and Crying. 2026-10-28 Music journalists examine the life and music of Elvis Costello, who exploded on to the late 70s new wave scene with raw energy and ingenious songwriting. 2026-10-28 When Pamela and Arthur invite a young couple over for the weekend, things take a surprising turn. 2026-10-28 A dinner party takes a surprising turn when one pretentious guest is challenged to a wine-tasting contest. 2026-10-28 Eddie Slovak meets an old Army buddy named Pete who once saved his life, but Pete's wife Louise falls for Eddie and the two form a romantic bond. 2026-10-28 A husband gets locked in a secure office with the body of the beautiful young mistress he just killed. 2026-10-28 The assassination of President John F Kennedy is examined through eyewitness accounts and details of the original investigation. 2026-10-28 A glimpse into the life and career of Academy Award-nominated actor Harvey Keitel, who has featured in Thelma & Louise, Reservoir Dogs and Bugsy. 2026-10-28 It's the final and the artists arrive in Loch Ness to capture the beauty of the Scottish Highlands before Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell announce the winner. 2026-10-28 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. 2026-10-28 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. 2026-10-28 A story of music, scandal and artistic daring behind Handel's Messiah, one of classical music's most celebrated works. 2026-10-28 Danny Beard, Yalda Hakim, Arti Shah: Nine artists paint drag performer Danny Beard but who will earn a semi-final place. 2026-10-28 Feature documentary capturing Katharine Hepburn's tremendous spirit and determination, combining new and archive footage to tell the story of a true Hollywood icon. 2026-10-28 With each episode devoted to a single movie, this docuseries explores the ingredients that went into making a classic. 2026-10-28