Will be interesting to see if the Big Fat Quiz Specials will continue on Mondays at the 7.30pm slot, after the very low ratings it got a few days ago in its premiere special.
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JFK: One Day In America
Sunday 2 November 07:30 PM
On the 22nd of November 1963, the President of the United States of America, John F. Kennedy, was assassinated. This series takes us into that fateful day as though in real-time. Across three episodes, what unfolds is a Presidential assassination, a full-scale manhunt, a murder of a policeman, and the killing of the assassin.
Episode One: Assassination
President John F. Kennedy and his wife, Jackie, travel to Texas on the campaign trail, along with a team of secret service agents. During a motorcade in downtown Dallas, President Kennedy is brutally shot in broad daylight. A secret service agent narrowly misses the fatal bullet, and JFK tragically dies at Parkland Hospital beside a grieving Jackie Kennedy. America is changed forever.
King & Conqueror
Sunday, 2 November at 8.30pm & Monday, 3 November at 8.30pm - Final
Episode Seven:
Harold faces Hardrada in battle and triumphs but loses his beloved brother Tostig. William sacrifices his oldest companion Fitz to secure the ships for his invasion. Both men have lost everything and all that is left is the crown of England.Episode Eight:
William and Harold finally meet at Hastings where they must fight to the death. When one is victorious, the history of England changes forever. As William is crowned William I of England, Haroldâs family flee for their lives.
Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Jokes
Monday 3 November 07:35 PM
20 years of jokes and hilarious moments from legends of the original comedy quiz show. Question master Jimmy Carr is joined by Kevin Bridges, Miranda Hart, Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Davina McCall, Micky Flanagan, Ruth Jones, Alan Carr, Big Narstie, Adam Buxton, Rob Beckett, Judi Love, Pamela Anderson and more.
Why Cities Flood
Friday 7 November 07:30 PM
Why Cities Flood explores the factors contributing to urban flooding, focusing on the devastating 2024 flash floods in Valencia, Spain, which killed 228 people. The film highlights the role of climate change in intensifying extreme weather, along with failures in early-warning systems and inadequate drainage infrastructure. It features dramatic footage and eyewitness accounts to illustrate the impact of the disaster and examines the broader question of how cities can adapt to increasingly frequent and severe weather
events.
Week commencing 2 November
Sunday 2 November
07:30 PM JFK: One Day In America Series Premiere
08:30 PM King & Conqueror S01 E07
09:20 PM Dan Snowâs Greatest Discoveries Rpt
10:15 PM The Wonders Of Europe Rpt
11:20 PM Tutankhamun: The Last Exhibition Rpt
12:45 AM Europeâs Greatest Train Journeys x 4 Rpt
Monday 3 November
07:35 PM Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Jokes Premiere
08:30 PM King & Conqueror S01 E08 Season Final
09:30 PM Sydneyâs Super Tunnel Rpt
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM Conviction: The Case Of Stephen Lawrence Rpt
11:55 PM The Man Who Died x 3 Rpt
Tuesday 4 November
07:30 PM Great British Railway Journeys S16 E15
08:00 PM Great British Railway Journeys S16 16
08:30 PM Tell Me What You Really Think S01 E04
09:25 PM The Cancer Killers Series Premiere
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM The Point Rpt
12:00 AM Safe Home Rpt
Wednesday 5 November
07:30 PM The Idea Of Australia S01 E04
08:30 PM JFK Home Movie That Changed The World Rpt
09:30 PM No Hamburg, No Beatles Rpt
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM I Am Scrooge S01 E04
12:00 AM This Town Rpt
01:05 AM This Town Rpt
Thursday 6 November
07:35 PM Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain S01 E03
08:25 PM From That Small Island: The Irish Story S01 E02
09:25 PM Blue Lights S03 E05
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM Davos 1917 S01 E06
11:55 PM The Shelter x 3 Rpt
Friday 7 November
07:30 PM Why Cities Flood Premiere
08:30 PM Nick Knowles Into Death Valley Rpt
09:25 PM Ancient Builders Of The Amazon Rpt
10:25 PM SBS World News Late
10:55 PM Sisi Rpt
11:55 PM Rogue Heroes Rpt
01:00 AM Rogue Heroes Rpt
Saturday 8 November
07:30 PM Royal Homes S01 E03
08:25 PM A Year At Kylemore Abbey S01 E02
09:25 PM Japan: Worldâs Most Punctual Train Rpt
10:20 PM The Hospital: In The Deep End Rpt
11:25 PM Homicide: Life On The Street x 4 Rpt
The Castle: Rebuilding History
Sunday 9 November 08:25 PM
Step inside the most complex heritage rejuvenation project ever to occur in Europe. Norwich Castle is being restored to its former glory - a unique and ambitious plan to return this 900-year-old building to its original Royal Palace design. Filmed every step of the way over seven years. Curators and craftspeople pore over every detail to ensure itâs historical accuracy.
Bill Baileyâs Vietnam
Monday 10 November 07:35 PM (6 parts)
Join comedian Bill Bailey as he embarks on a wildly entertaining and heartfelt journey through Vietnam. Bill dives headfirst into local life, jamming with musicians, meditating with monks and fishing on floating villages. With his trademark wit and warmth, Bill uncovers the changes that have taken place since the Vietnam war 50 years ago, enamoured by the resilience of its culture and people.
Episode One: Hoi An
Landing at Hoi An, an international trading hub pre-dating the East India Trading Company, comedian Bill Bailey finds himself in a basket-shaped boat facing the seas of change that have shaped the country since the end of the Vietnam War. Bill finds a new friend in Chef Duc, an asylum seeker during the war, now an internationally acclaimed chef, who prepares a meal of produce from the famous Hoi An Markets. However, fancy cuisine requires fancy attire, and with the world-renowned tailors of Hoi An close by, will Bill find a suit that sparkles like the lights of the lantern festival?
American Prince: JFK Jnr
Monday 10 November 08:30 PM (3 parts)
American Prince: JFK Jr. explores the remarkable life and enduring legacy of John F. Kennedy Jr., from his early years marked by his fatherâs assassination and the societal and familial pressures to carry the Kennedy torch that followed, through his decision to create George, a new kind of political magazine, and his love story with Carolyn Bessette.
Episode One: The Boy Who Would Be King
With the weight of the Kennedy legacy on his shoulders, the young man America once called âJohn-Johnâ attempts to find his own path. As his plans for the future begin to take shape, John F. Kennedy Jr. loses his beloved mother before becoming engaged to Carolyn Bessette and ultimately deciding to launch a new kind of political magazine.
Jimmy Carrâs I Literally Just Told You - Season 3
Monday 10 November 09:20 PM (10 parts)
A comedy game show format hosted by Jimmy Carr, in which all of the questionsâ answers are given in advance.
Season Three, Episode One:
Jimmy Carr presents a brand-new festive celebrity special of the game show with a unique twist. AJ Odudu, Ben Shephard, Bill Bailey and Sarah Millican play to win up to ÂŁ25,000 for their chosen charities. All they need to do is remember the answers that Jimmy, his team of question writers and some surprise guests have literally just told them.
Who Do You Think You Are? Adrian Dunbar
Tuesday 11 November 08:30 PM
Adrian traces his familyâs turbulent history across Ireland and Europe. His Catholic ancestors were ghettoised in Protestant Portadown, whilst his maternal line served in the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers. His uncle fought with Franco in Spainâs Civil War.
Michael Palin In Venezuela
Wednesday 12 November 7:35 PM (3 parts)
Michael Palinâs latest epic journey is to the often troubled but little explored Venezuela, a huge and once oil-rich country that has been called the most dangerous place in South America; under authoritarian rule, financially in meltdown and facing massive social challenges. But it is also one of the most beautiful places in the world where visitors are few and awe-inspiring regions remain mostly unexplored.
Season One, Episode One:
Michael lands in Caracas, which has been called the deadliest city in the world. Michael then decides to visit Petare, the biggest and arguably one of the most dangerous areas in South America. Michael then flies to the Amazon rainforest.
Ridley Road
Thursday 13 November 11:00 PM
Ep 1 In 1962, Vivien Epstein flees Manchester and an arranged future, chasing her vanished love in London. Amid Soho salons, secret family ties, and violent clashes between fascists and anti-fascists, she is drawn into a perilous struggle where loyalty, love and survival collide.
Ep 2 Inside the NSM, Vivien convinces Colin Jordan of her loyalty and secretly reconnects with Jack. Reporting back to Soly, she agrees to plant a transmitter to expose Colinâs violent plans - only to find herself in grave danger as Colinâs growing obsession threatens her cover and her mission.
Storms From Above
Friday 14 November 7:30 PM
Storms are becoming stronger and stronger. But the fightback has begun. Today, cutting-edge technology is helping us track the most dangerous weather like never before, warning people about lightning, tornadoes and hurricanes, so they can get to safety.
(Originally Storms From Space - Channel 5 )
A Royal Guide To Scotland
Saturday 15 November 7:30 PM
Arguably the true home of the Royal Family, itâs in Scotland that they let loose. From family BBQâs and weekend hikes at Balmoral, to university love affairs and ultimately the Queenâs death - itâs the location for many of their key moments. But it hasnât always been such a close relationship - go back to the 13th century and English monarchs werenât welcome north of the border.
Week commencing 9 November
Sunday 9 November
07:30 PM JFK: One Day In America S01 E02
08:25 PM The Castle: Rebuilding History Premiere
09:45 PM Watergate High Crimes In The White House Rpt
11:25 PM Ancient Superstructures: The Taj Mahal Rpt
12:25 AM The Endangered Generation Rpt
Monday 10 November
07:35 PM Bill Baileyâs Vietnam Series Premiere
08:30 PM American Prince: JFK Jnr Series Premiere
09:20 PM Jimmy Carrâs I Literally Just Told You Season 3 Premiere
10:15 PM SBS World News Late
10:45 PM Conviction: The Case Of Stephen Lawrence Rpt
11:40 PM The Man Who Died x 3 Rpt
Tuesday 11 November
07:30 PM Great British Railway Journeys S16 E17
08:00 PM Great British Railway Journeys S16 E18
08:30 PM Who Do You Think You Are? Adrian Dunbar Premiere
09:35 PM The Cancer Killers S01 E02
10:40 PM SBS World News Late
11:10 PM The Point Rpt
12:10 AM Carmen Curlers x 2 Rpt
Wednesday 12 November
07:35 PM Michael Palin In Venezuela Series Premiere
08:30 PM Reckless Series Premiere
09:35 PM Scotlandâs Poshest Train: Alan Cumming Rpt
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM I Am Scrooge S01 E05
11:55 PM Headhunters x 3 Rpt
Thursday 13 November
07:35 PM Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain S01 E04
08:25 PM From That Small Island: The Irish Story S01 E03
09:25 PM Blue Lights S03 E06
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM Ridley Road Series Premiere
12:10 AM Ridley Road S01 E02
Friday 14 November
07:30 PM Storms From Above Premiere
08:30 PM Nick Knowles Into Death Valley Rpt
09:25 PM The Scottish Island That Won The Lottery Rpt
10:20 PM SBS World News Late
10:50 PM Sisi Rpt
11:45 PM Tokyo Vice Rpt
12:55 AM Tokyo Vice Rpt
Saturday 15 November
07:30 PM A Royal Guide To Scotland Premiere
08:25 PM A Year At Kylemore Abbey S01 E03
09:25 PM 1967: Summer Of Love Rpt
10:20 PM Reckless Rpt
11:25 PM Homicide: Life On The Street x 3 Rpt
Huge week of premieres for SBS.
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Secret Letters of Mary Queen of Scots
Sunday 16 November 08:25 PM
One of Britainâs most famous and controversial monarchs, Mary Queen of Scots spent much of her life in captivity. To maintain her power, build alliances and outwit her enemies, she wrote and smuggled out hundreds of coded letters. For centuries, historians believed many of these letters had been lost or destroyed. That changed when three amateur codebreakers â Satoshi Tomokiyo, George Lasry and Norbert Biermann â deciphered a collection of mysterious coded documents and discovered they were authored by Mary.
The decoded letters shed new light on Maryâs imprisonment in England: her complaints of ill health and financial strain, her fear of betrayal, her persistent plotting to regain the throne, and her fraught relationship with her son, James VI. They reveal her resilience under relentless surveillance by Elizabeth Iâs spymaster, Sir Francis Walsingham, and the extraordinary lengths she went to in order to secretly correspond with her allies and supporters.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Maryâs rise and fall â from infant queen to prisoner, from abusive marriages to violent scandals â this documentary brings together historians and the modern codebreakers who unlocked her words.
The Man Who Died - Season 2
Monday 17 November 10:45 PM
Jaakko finds himself unexpectedly alive. But how? And for how long?
Who Do You Think You Are?
Tuesday 18 November 08:30 PM
Being a mum is a massive part of Motherland star Anna Maxwell Martinâs life. Sheâs interested in what kinds of parents there were in the family before her - and how this has shaped her own life and the kind of parent she is to her own daughters. Travelling to the small town in Northern Ireland where her father grew up, her understanding of her grandparents - who suffered a heartbreaking family tragedy - is turned on its head. On her motherâs side, Anna starts with twinkly grandfather Maxwell, whose name she added to her own to create her stage name. Looking into his childhood, she uncovers a dark history of domestic abuse and family separation. But she also discovers extraordinary familial solidarity and love, which changed the pattern for the generations that followed.
Families Like Ours
Tuesday 18 November 10:10 PM
The consequences of climate change are now insurmountable. Sea levels are rising and Denmark will soon be evacuated, but the public doesnât know it yet. 19 yr old Laura lives half the time with her mother Fanny and half with her father Jacob and his new wife Amalie. At school, Laura flirts with Elias, the popular guy, even though he has a girlfriend.
Vigil - Season 2
Thursday 20 November 09:25 PM
When a British Air Force weapons test goes disastrously wrong, DCI Amy Silva (Suranne Jones) is called in to investigate. With seven military personnel dead, two from Britainâs allies in the Middle East, Amy finds herself caught in the crosshairs of a fraught international incident. The Air Force think they have the guilty party in custody and push for Amy and DI Kirsten Longacre (Rose Leslie) to close the case. But Amy isnât convinced.
The second season cast includes Romola Garai (Suffragette) and Dougray Scott (Sherlock & Daughter).
Season Two, Episode One:
When a weapons test turns deadly, with allies from the Middle East among the dead, all eyes are on DCI Amy Silva, who tries to ignore the politics to get to the truth.
Hurricanes From Above
Friday 21 November 7:30 PM
Hurricanes are the deadliest storms on Earth.
In 2024, residents of the USA and the Caribbean witnessed some of the most destructive on record. Climate change is making hurricanes more intense, something we cannot ignore. Up above the clouds, meteorologists are trying to stay one step ahead.
In the USA, the âHurricane Huntersâ â specially equipped aircraft - are flying into the eye of these fierce storms, and cutting-edge weather satellites are patrolling the planet, warning meteorologists on the ground of when and where a hurricane will hit land.
A Royal Guide To Wales
Saturday 22 November 7:30 PM
A country steeped in history and tradition, Walesâ relationship with the royals has been somewhat rocky over the centuries - filled with bloody 13th century battles and oppression. Today however, itâs arguably in much better shape - after more than 50 years as the Prince of Wales itâs safe to say the Welsh Cake is a staple in the Kings afternoon tea.
Week commencing 16 November
Sunday 16 November
07:30 PM JFK: One Day In America S01 E03 Series Final
08:25 PM Secret Letters of Mary Queen of Scots Premiere
09:35 PM Karnak: The Largest Temple In The World Rpt
10:35 PM Odysseus Returns Rpt
11:35 PM Women Who Rock x 5 Rpt
Monday 17 November
07:35 PM Bill Baileyâs Vietnam S01 E02
08:30 PM American Prince: JFK Jnr S01 E02
09:20 PM Jimmy Carrâs I Literally Just Told You S03 E02
10:15 PM SBS World News Late
10:45 PM The Man Who Died Season 2 Premiere
11:35 PM A Criminal Affair Rpt
12:25 AM A Criminal Affair Rpt
Tuesday 18 November
07:30 PM Great British Railway Journeys S16 E19
08:00 PM Great British Railway Journeys S16 E20 Season 16 Final
08:30 PM Who Do You Think You Are? Premiere
09:35 PM Australia: An Unofficial History Rpt
10:40 PM SBS World News Late
11:10 PM Families Like Ours Series Premiere
12:10 AM Carmen Curlers Rpt
Wednesday 19 November
07:30 PM Michael Palin In Venezuela S01 E02
08:30 PM Reckless S01 E02
09:30 PM Scotlandâs Poshest Train: Alan Cumming Rpt
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM I Am Scrooge S01 E06
11:55 PM Headhunters x 3 Rpt
Thursday 20 November
07:35 PM Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain S01 E05
08:25 PM From That Small Island: The Irish Story S01 E04
09:25 PM Vigil Season 2 Premiere
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM Ridley Road S01 E03
12:05 AM Ridley Road S01 E04
Friday 21 November
07:30 PM Hurricanes From Above Premiere
08:30 PM Unlocking The Secrets Of The Nazca Lines Rpt
09:20 PM The Welsh Valley That Won The Lottery Rpt
10:15 PM SBS World News Late
10:45 PM Sisi Rpt
11:45 PM Tokyo Vice Rpt
12:50 AM Tokyo Vice Rpt
Saturday 22 November
07:30 PM A Royal Guide To Wales Premiere
08:25 PM This Is Joan Collins Rpt
10:15 PM Reckless Rpt
11:15 PM Homicide: Life On The Street x 4 Rpt
This episode is from series 19 of the UK version, which premiered on the BBC in mid 2022.
The Black Death: Patient Zero
Sunday 23 November 07:30 PM
The Black Death: Patient Zero traces the roots of the worldâs deadliest pandemic back to its earliest-known victims via exclusive access to new DNA analysis, and explores how the Black Death swept from Central Asia throughout Europe in the 14th Century.
The documentary reveals the devastation inflicted on the rich and powerful Medieval Italian city of Siena, and across all of Europe by the outbreak of plague. Killing an estimated 200,000,000 people, the Black Death remains the deadliest recorded pandemic in history. With first-hand testimony and historical documents from deep inside the archives, we reveal what conditions were like for parts of the continent hit by the plague and discover how people in the Middle Ages attempted to prevent and treat the disease. We trace the illness back over time and through Europeâs vast network of trade routes to discover where it first entered Europe and how it was brought there.
Army of Lovers: Ancient Greece
Monday 23 November 09:10 PM
Army of Lovers: The Sacred Band of Ancient Greece tells the untold epic saga of the worldâs greatest military fighting force, made up of 150 pairs of male lovers, whose story has just been uncovered.
This elite Greek army called the Sacred Band was formed by the city of Thebes in 379 BCE to defend itself from Sparta. Fighting for four decades undefeated, the army was annihilated by the forces of Philip II of Macedon and his son Alexander in the Battle of Chaeronea.
Buried on the battlefield where they fell, the 300 were forgotten by history, until a 19th century excavation uncovered their mass grave. However, the discovery was never published, and the evidence was lost.
Now, a groundbreaking new investigation brings their story to light. A team of archaeologists, historians, and forensic scientists uncovers what truly happened on the battlefield, reconstructing the lives of these warriors and challenging long-held assumptions about love, masculinity, and military might in the ancient world. Army of Lovers is both a thrilling historical mystery and a powerful exploration of the history of homosexuality, and the enduring consequences of war.
Who Do You Think You Are? Chris & Xand Van Tulleken
Tuesday 28 November 08:30 PM
This episode follows the science broadcasters Xand & Chris van Tulleken, who want to learn more about their Dutch heritage. The twinsâ story includes a disgraced naval officer, social ambition and Indonesian heritage, but it also reveals a connection to the darkest sides of European history.
Britainâs Railway Empire In Colour
Thursday 27 November 08:25 PM
To mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of rail, this two-part series reveals the extraordinary story of how Britain gave railways to the world - from the first tentative experiments with steam power, through the boom years at home, to the exporting of this new technology to every corner of the globe. Using leading experts and enthusiasts, plus extensive newly colourised archive, the truly revolutionary nature â both good and bad - of the locomotive is explored.
Episode One:
This episode traces how the railways grew from coal trucks in the north-east of England to transforming the lives of almost all Victorians. Trainspotter Francis Bourgeois tells the story of his 19th century equivalent, schoolboy George Tod, who took stunning black and white photographs of his favourite engines.
Discovering Film: Robert Redford
Thursday 28 November 07:35 PM
This documentary celebrates the remarkable life of Robert Redford, an American actor, director, and producer known for his famous roles in films such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting, his work promoting independent film through the Sundance Film Festival and Institute, and his commitment to environmental and political causes.
A Royal Guide To Christmas
Friday 29 November 7:30 PM
The Christmas period for the royals is a spectacular affair. One filled with extravagant black-tie dinners, celebrity carol concerts and 20ft trees. Historically it was a 12-day celebration filled with performances, jousting tournaments and even coronations. Today, however, the royal Christmas is much more like that of you or I - even the King enjoys a turkey dinner and an evening in front of the telly.
Week commencing 23 November
Sunday 23 November
07:30 PM The Black Death: Patient Zero Premiere
09:10 PM Army of Lovers: Ancient Greece Premiere
10:45 PM Odysseus Returns Rpt
11:45 PM Uri Gellerâs Secret Treasures Rpt
Monday 24 November
07:35 PM Bill Baileyâs Vietnam S01 E03
08:30 PM American Prince: JFK Jnr S01 E03
09:20 PM Jimmy Carrâs I Literally Just Told You S03 E03
10:10 PM SBS World News Late
10:40 PM The Man Who Died S02 E02
11:30 PM A Criminal Affair Rpt
12:20 AM A Criminal Affair Rpt
Tuesday 25 November
07:30 PM Great British Railway Journeys Rpt
08:00 PM Great British Railway Journeys Rpt
08:30 PM Who Do You Think You Are? S19 E05
09:40 PM Australia: An Unofficial History Rpt
10:40 PM SBS World News Late
11:10 PM Families Like Ours S01 E02
12:10 AM Carmen Curlers Rpt
01:15 AM Carmen Curlers Rpt
Wednesday 26 November
07:35 PM Michael Palin In Venezuela S01 E03
08:30 PM Reckless S01 E03
09:30 PM Scotlandâs Poshest Train: Alan Cumming Rpt
10:25 PM SBS World News Late
10:55 PM Crime x 3 Rpt
Thursday 27 November
07:35 PM Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain S01 E06
08:25 PM Britainâs Railway Empire In Colour Series Premiere
09:20 PM Vigil S02 E02
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM Vienna Blood Rpt
11:55 PM Vienna Blood Rpt
12:50 AM Willie Nelson American Outlaw Rpt
Friday 28 November
07:35 PM Discovering Film: Robert Redford Premiere
08:30 PM Thelma And Louise: Born To Live Rpt
09:30 PM Discovering Film: Maggie Smith Rpt
10:25 PM SBS World News Late
10:55 PM Sisi Rpt
11:55 PM Tokyo Vice Rpt
01:05 AM Tokyo Vice Rpt
Saturday 29 November
07:30 PM A Royal Guide To Christmas Premiere
08:25 PM Christmas In The Cotswolds Rpt
09:20 PM Christmas At Longleat Rpt
10:20 PM Reckless Rpt
11:15 PM Homicide: Life On The Street x 4 S07 E05-E08
But according to Wikipedia, the van Tulleken brothers episode is S20E05.
SBS has S19. The following week on 2 December, SBS says it is the start of Season 20 with Vicky McClure that corresponds to Wikiâs S21.
Update. After the poor overnight ratings performance of Reckless, SBS has schedule an encore earlier in the night tomorrow.
08:25 PM Reckless S01 E01 Encore
09:35 PM Inside Kylemore Abbey S01 E03
10:35 PM 1967: Summer Of Love Rpt
11:30 PM Homicide: Life On The Street x 3 Rpt
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Pearl Harbor: Battle In The Pacific
Sunday 30 November 07:30 PM
Relive the morning that changed the world. In two devastating hours, Pearl Harbor turned from paradise to battlefield. Through stunning 3D animation, rare footage, and powerful personal stories, uncover the strategy, bravery, and tragedy that reshaped history and ignited a global conflict.
Troy Story
Sunday 30 November 08:30 PM
Troy Story explores the latest archaeology and science on one of historyâs most enduring mysteries - did the Trojan War really happen? In 1874 Heinrich Schliemann announced he had found the legendary city of Troy and caused a sensation. His discoveries have been challenged, and yet ushered in a golden age of archaeology. More than 150 years later, what can we now say is the truth behind the myth?
Who Do You Think You Are? Season 20
Tuesday 08:30 PM
Actor Vicky McClure goes on an emotional journey to find out about her great grandfather Harryâs war. The family story was that Harry died as a Prisoner of War in Japan, but Vicky discovers he was captured in Singapore and taken to Taiwan where he was used as forced labour in a copper mine.
Strange Journey: Story Of Rocky Horror
Friday 5 December 07:30 PM
Directed by Linus OâBrien, son of Rocky Horrorâs creator Richard OâBrien, the cult phenomenon is explored in depth like never before with an extraordinary cast of contributors.
From humble origins as a London fringe theatre play to its meteoric rise as the biggest cult film of all time, this is the definitive story of the Rocky Horror Show. With intimate access to its creator Richard OâBrien and other luminaries such as Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Lou Adler, the documentary explores what makes the play and film so singular: Its groundbreaking and transgressive themes, iconic performances and epic songs that took over popular culture.
The documentary features revelatory interviews from the filmâs original cast including Tim Curry, Oscar winner Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Patricia Quinn, and Nell Campbell. Celebrity fans such as Jack Black and RuPaulâs Drag Race winner Trixie Mattel also appear, sharing deeply personal reflections on Rocky Horrorâs cultural impact.
Donât dream itâŠbe it
Discovering Film: Diane Keaton
Friday, 5 December at 9.05pm
Commemorating the life of film star and activist Diane Keaton, who was born on the 5th January 1946 in Los Angeles. She first became a household name in 1972âs The Godfather and its two sequels. The award-winning actress played the lead role in a wide variety of films, from 1977âs Annie Hall to 1996âs The First Wives Club to 2010âs sleeper hit Morning Glory.
Rock Legends Season 9
Friday 5 December 10:00 PM
Ep 1 Chicago is an American rock band formed in 1967 in Chicago, Illinois, calling themselves the Chicago Transit Authority in 1968 before shortening the name in 1969. The self-described ârock and roll band with hornsâ, Chicago is one of the longest-running and most successful rock groups, and one of the worldâs best-selling groups of all time.
Alpine Train At Christmas
Saturday 6 December 7:30 PM
Narrated by Hugh Bonneville, Alpine Train at Christmas invites viewers aboard the illustrious Bernina Express during the most enchanting time of the year. As snow blankets the Swiss Alps, we follow the illustrious red train travelling from Chur, Switzerlandâs oldest town, through some of the most spectacular, steep and stunning Alpine landscapes in Europe. This documentary goes behind the scenes of this iconic route and gives an intimate look into the lives of those who reside and work in the shadow of the Alps.
Week commencing 30 November
Sunday 30 November
07:30 PM Pearl Harbor: Battle In The Pacific Premiere
08:30 PM Troy Story Premiere
10:15 PM Bronze Age Apocalypse Rpt
11:55 PM Peter OâToole: Along Sky Roads To Aqaba Rpt
01:35 AM Franklin Rpt
Monday 1 December
07:35 PM Bill Baileyâs Vietnam S01 E04
08:30 PM Never Mind The Buzzcocks Christmas Rpt
09:25 PM Jimmy Carrâs I Literally Just Told You S03 E04
10:20 PM SBS World News Late
10:50 PM The Man Who Died S02 E03
11:40 PM A Criminal Affair Rpt
12:30 AM A Criminal Affair Rpt
Tuesday 2 December
07:30 PM Great British Railway Journeys Rpt
08:00 PM Great British Railway Journeys Rpt
08:30 PM Who Do You Think You Are? Vicky McClure Season 20 Premiere
09:35 PM Australia: An Unofficial History Rpt
10:40 PM SBS World News Late
11:10 PM Families Like Ours S01 E03
12:10 AM Carmen Curlers Rpt
01:20 AM Carmen Curlers Rpt
Wednesday 3 December
07:35 PM Michael Palin In North Korea Rpt
08:30 PM Reckless S1 E04
09:35 PM Scotlandâs Poshest Train: Alan Cumming Rpt
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM Crime x 3 Rpt
Thursday 4 December
07:35 PM Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain S01 E07
08:25 PM Britainâs Railway Empire In Colour S01 E02
09:20 PM Vigil S02 E03
10:25 PM SBS World News Late
10:55 PM Vienna Blood Rpt
11:55 PM Vienna Blood Rpt
12:50 AM House Of Promises x 3 Rpt
Friday 5 December
07:30 PM Strange Journey: Story Of Rocky Horror Premiere
09:05 PM Discovering Film: Diane Keaton S12 E03
10:00 PM Rock Legends Season 9 Premiere
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM Sisi Rpt
12:00 AM Tokyo Vice Rpt
01:00 AM Tokyo Vice Rpt
Saturday 6 December
07:30 PM Alpine Train At Christmas Premiere
08:25 PM Christmas At Graceland Rpt
09:15 PM Rock Legends: Marvin Gaye S09 E07
09:45 PM Living Black Rpt
10:15 PM Reckless Rpt
11:20 PM Homicide: Life On The Street x 4 S07 E09 - E12
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma
Sunday 7 December 07:30 PM
More than twenty centuries after Cleopatraâs disappearance, the life of Egyptâs last queen is still enigmatic. From her birth into a family of power, to her fight for the throne, to her brutal death, this series explores everything we know about this queen-pharaoh. Following experts in the field, we reveal the most unknown fragments of Cleopatraâs life, including the exceptional and unprecedented discovery of one of her treasures, swallowed up in the sea.
Episode One: Cleopatra, The Origins Of A Legendary Family
Cleopatra is the seventh in her family to bear this name, but she is the one who will go down in history. Born into an intriguing dynasty, that of the Ptolemies, she will be the heir to three centuries of shenanigans, plots and murders. Where did these Ptolemies, the last pharaohs of Egypt of Greek origin, come from? How did Greeks manage to slip into the customs of the Egyptian pharaohs? Experts reveal the origin of Cleopatra and her family secrets.
Ken Burnâs The American Revolution
Sunday 7 December 08:30 PM
Directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, this landmark series examines how Americaâs founding turned the world upside-down. The American Revolution was at once a war for independence, a war of conquest, a civil war, and a world war, fought by neighbours on American farms and between global powers an ocean or more away. It impacted millions from Vermontâs Green Mountains to the swamps of South Carolina, from Indian Country to the Iberian Peninsula. In defeating the British Empire and giving birth to a new nation, the American Revolution turned the world upside-down. Thirteen colonies on the Atlantic Coast united in rebellion, won their independence, and established a republic.
Voiced by an all-star cast including Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, Damian Lewis, Samuel L. Jackson, Josh Hutcherson and Morgan Freeman â The American Revolution brings to life the definitive story of how a fight for representation became the revolution that changed the world.
Episode One: In Order to Be Free (May 1754 â May 1775):
American colonists oppose efforts by the British Crown and Parliament to seize greater control in North America, escalating simmering tensions over land, taxes, and sovereignty into violent confrontation. After protestors dump tea in Boston Harbor, the British government enacts martial law in Massachusetts. Fighting at Lexington and Concord ignites a war that will last eight years.
Space Station Odyssey
Wednesday 10 December 08:25 PM
The ISS hurtles around Earth at 17,000mph, its thin metal walls shielding astronauts from the most hostile environment humans have ever endured. Its construction, in space, was as dangerous as it was ambitious, providing a perilous place to try to survive. Astronauts here have had to contend with faulty spacesuits, docking disasters, and even the entire ISS backflipping out of control.
Discover the perils of building and living on the ISS in Terror on the Space Station.
Episode One:
One of humanityâs greatest achievements, the ISS is the size of a football field. Built in countries across the world, then assembled in space over 40 missions and multiple spacewalks, the project is as dangerous as it is ambitious. A single mistake could prove fatal.
Crime - Season 2
Wednesday 10 December 09:25 PM
The great Irvine Welshâthe colossus of Scottish fictionâturns his attention to a television drama series with a story adapted from his best-selling novel. As with his masterpiece Trainspotting, the streets of Edinburgh are the setting for Irvine Welshâs Crimeâthe story of a tormented detective in a city on the edge of the abyss. International star Dougray Scott leads a stellar cast as Detective Inspector Ray Lennox, a man whose clear sight is as much a blessing as it is a curse. Prepare to enter this dangerous world and the troubled mind of Ray Lennoxâa man engaged in his own disturbing battle, all while undertaking serious crime investigations in the glaring light of the public arena.
Joining Dougray Scott (Mission: Impossible 2, My Week with Marilyn, Batwoman) in his International Emmy and BAFTA Scotland award-winning role in Season 1 is Joanna Vanderham (Warrior, DCâs Legends of Tomorrow) as DS Amanda Drummond, Angela Griffin (Harlots, White Lines) as Trudi Lowe, Ken Stott (The Dig, Fortitude) as Chief Superintendent Bob Toal, Jamie Sives (Guilt, Too Close) as DI Dougie Gillman, David Elliot (Kajaki) as DI Tommy Stark, Brian McCardie (Murphyâs Law) as DS Norrie Erskine, and Rebecca Root (The Queenâs Gambit) as Lauren Fairchild.
Season Two, Episode One:
DI Ray Lennox is back at work and determined to put the Confectioner case behind him. When a beloved former colleague is assaulted by a mystery assailant and comes to him for help, Lennox quickly becomes embroiled in a new case as he starts to suspect this is linked to a recent gruesome hotel attack on a high-ranking establishment figure.
Jaws: Making A Splash In Hollywood
Friday 12 December 07:30 PM
The arrival of Jaws in 1975 marks a key before and after moment in American cinema history. Leaving protest and anti-establishment films behind, it heralded the era of the blockbuster, big movies full of suspense and special effects â and launched the career of a young Steven Spielberg.
This film investigates the making of this pillar of pop culture, a production that was its very own thriller behind the scenes, full of twists and turns. It explores the different outcomes for cinema history if the mechanical shark had worked properly, if Spielberg had exited the project, and if it had been released during the winter as planned. Based on filmâs footage, featuring archives with Spielberg and Richard Dreyfuss â as well as exclusive interviews with the heirs of Jaws such as Lorraine Gary, Alexandra Aja or Ian Shaw - we examine the filmâs significance and its enduring legacy as a launchpad for both modern cinema and one of the greatest film makers of all time
Week commencing 7 December
Sunday 7 December
07:30 PM Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma Series Premiere
08:30 PM Ken Burnâs The American Revolution Series Premiere
10:35 PM Mayhem: Secret Lives Of Georgian Kings Rpt
11:30 PM Australian Fashion Past Present & Future Rpt
12:45 AM Sue Perkins Along The US-Mexico Border x 2 Rpt
Monday 8 December
07:30 PM Bill Baileyâs Vietnam S01 E05
08:25 PM Never Mind The Buzzcocks Christmas Rpt
09:20 PM Jimmy Carrâs I Literally Just Told You S03 E05
10:15 PM SBS World News Late
10:45 PM The Man Who Died S02 E04
11:35 PM A Criminal Affair Rpt
12:25 AM A Criminal Affair Rpt
Tuesday 9 December
07:30 PM Great British Railway Journeys Rpt
08:00 PM Great British Railway Journeys Rpt
08:30 PM Who Do You Think You Are? Melanie Chisholm S20 E03
09:35 PM Australia In Colour Rpt
10:35 PM SBS World News Late
11:05 PM Families Like Ours S01 E04
12:05 AM De Gaulle Rpt
01:05 AM De Gaulle Rpt
Wednesday 10 December
07:35 PM Michael Palin In North Korea Rpt
08:25 PM Space Station Odyssey Series Premiere
09:25 PM Crime Season 2 Premiere
10:25 PM SBS World News Late
10:55 PM Elvira x 4 Rpt
Thursday 11 December
07:35 PM Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain S01 E08
08:25 PM Niagara Falls Rpt
09:25 PM Vigil S02 E04
10:30 PM SBS World News Late
11:00 PM Vienna Blood Rpt
11:55 PM Vienna Blood Rpt
12:50 AM House Of Promises x 3 Rpt
Friday 12 December
07:30 PM Jaws: Making A Splash In Hollywood Premiere
08:30 PM William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill Rpt
10:15 PM SBS World News Late
10:45 PM Sisi Rpt
11:40 PM Culprits Rpt
12:45 AM Culprits Rpt
Saturday 13 December
07:30 PM Wham!: Last Christmas Unwrapped Rpt
08:40 PM Alpine Hotel At Christmas Rpt
09:35 PM Osborne House: A Royal Retreat Rpt
10:50 PM The Real Spies Among Friends Rpt
11:45 PM Homicide: Life On The Street x 4 S07 E13 - E16