The story behind the world’s most incredible masterpieces – from Leonardo da Vinci to Hieronymus Bosch. Beyond the Brush, coming this week to Sky Arts and NOW.
While we make every effort to ensure details are correct at the time of publication (Thursday 26 February) all dates are subject to amendment and may be moved in the schedule prior to final exchange.
Beyond the Brush
The Scream / Starry Night – Series 1, episode 1 & 2
Art historian Siân Walters and writer and content creator James Payne present this new six-part series, delving into the stories behind the canvas of the world’s most famous paintings. Each episode explores a masterpiece in depth, from Leonardo’s Last Supper to Bosch’s Garden of Earthly Delights.
In the first episode of the series, discover the story behind Edvard Munch’s ‘The Scream’. Uncover how anxiety, raw emotion, and the fragile, ever-decaying nature of his paintings came together to create one of the most haunting, yet iconic works in history.
And then, in the second half of this double-bill, uncover how a turbulent mind, a bold vision, and a small view from an asylum window created one of the most iconic paintings in history in Vincent van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’.
Wednesday 18 March 20.00 Sky Arts & NOW – New episodes weekly
Tusker: Brotherhood of Elephants
Become immersed in the intricate lives of tuskers with Craig, Pascal, and Esau, three male African elephants in all stages of life. Get a rare glimpse into the subtle language, complex interactions, and deep bonds of the world’s largest land mammal.
Sunday 15 March 17.00 Sky Nature & NOW
Nobody 2
Workaholic assassin Hutch Mansell (Bob Odenkirk) takes his family on a much-needed vacation to the small tourist town of Plummerville. However, he soon finds himself in the crosshairs of a corrupt theme-park operator, a shady sheriff, and a bloodthirsty crime boss.
Available from Friday 20 February Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
Sketch
When a young girl’s sketchbook falls into a strange pond, her drawings come to life – unpredictable, chaotic, and dangerously real. As the town unravels, she and her brother must track down the creatures before they leave permanent damage. Their father, racing to find them through the fallout, must navigate a town in crisis to reunite his family and stop the disaster they never meant to unleash.
Available from Saturday 14 March Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
Coyotes
Trapped in their Hollywood Hills home, a family must fight for survival as a pack of savage coyotes closes in. Horror comedy starring Justin Long and Kate Bosworth.
Available from Sunday 15 March Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
The Dyers’ Caravan Park
Life’s a Pitch – Series 1, episode 5
With playground plans blocked, the Dyers install a five-a-side pitch for a staff vs residents match, before Danny risks upsetting tradition by shaking up the park’s bingo nights.
Tuesday 17 March 21.00 Sky One & NOW – New episodes weekly
Ted
The Sword in the Stoned / Roe vs Weed – Season 2, episode 5 & 6
Realising John is light on extracurricular activities for college applications, John and Ted audition for the school play; Matty and Susan get part-time jobs at Dunkin’ Donuts. Then, after a meaningless hookup, Blaire finds herself navigating an unexpected pregnancy, causing a clash of opinions among the family.
Friday 20 March 21.00 Sky One & NOW – All episodes available
Rooster
Season 1, episode 2
A comedy set on a college campus centering on an author’s complicated relationship with his daughter. The series stars Steve Carell, Charly Clive, Danielle Deadwyler, Phil Dunster, John C. McGinley, and Lauren Tsai.
Monday 16 March 22.00 Sky One & NOW – New episodes weekly
DTF St. Louis
Season 1, episode 3
A limited series about a love triangle between three adults experiencing middle-age malaise that leads to one of them ending up dead. Starring Jason Bateman, David Harbour, Linda Cardellini and Richard Jenkins.
Monday 16 March 22.00 Sky One & NOW – New episodes weekly
The Rookie
The Network – Season 8 episode 5
Lieutenant Grey and the FBI task force enlist the help of an old colleague to uncover a criminal network; while Nolan, Miles, Lucy and Celina respond to a mysterious officer involved shooting.
Tuesday 17 March 21.00 Sky Witness & NOW – New episodes Weekly
Watson
Lucky – Season 2, episode 5
While visiting another hospital, Watson becomes convinced that a coma patient is suffering from locked-in syndrome and has been mistaken for a coma patient for over a decade. After the patient is transferred to UHOP for treatment, he shocks the team with chilling messages. Meanwhile, Sherlock is back in town and is staying with Watson.
Sunday 15 March 21.00 Sky Witness & NOW – New episodes Weekly