A unique look at Titian's greatest masterpieces, which are currently under quarantine in the National Gallery. Show more
A courier company faces the busiest night of the year, and out-of-hours vets have a sickly pup to tend to. Show more
A glimpse into the lives of the army of night workers who keep Britain running while the rest of us sleep. Today, a team of vets perform surgery on a valuable horse. Show more
A team of roadworkers battle against the clock to repair one of the UK’s busiest sections of road before rush hour. Show more
Mechanics from the AA work through the night to rescue stricken motorists, and a team at Care Call rush to provide emergency support to clients with various problems. Show more
A radio DJ keeps Newcastle’s insomniacs company, and the city's milkmen enjoy a resurgence in popularity. Show more
Volunteers from Northumbria Blood Bikes supply blood to the air ambulance and transfer life-saving supplies between hospitals. Show more
An out-of-hours vet practice has its hands full, and for one owner there is an expensive decision to be made. Show more
A mechanic comes to the rescue of stranded motorists, and the team at a revolutionary new power station burn rubbish to generate electricity. Show more
A farmer works round the clock to help two of his valuable cows give birth, and a locksmith and plumber are called out after dark to two very different emergencies. Show more
In Tynemouth, the biggest fish catch of the year is landed with only hours to process it, and refuse collectors get Newcastle’s streets clean before dawn breaks. Show more
Documentary. Through an astonishing manuscript, writer and historian Dr Helen Castor unpicks the story of Joan of Arc, placing her back in the world that she inhabited. Show more
Documentary following ambitious young skater Lily Matthias as she trains for the British Figure Skating Championships. Show more
Beethoven embarks on a new creative path and attempts to find love. But, as is often the case, the composer's life appears to be following a very different trajectory to his art. Show more
Groomed for greatness by an often abusive father, Beethoven emerges as a great but difficult talent, an unstoppable force, until the onset of deafness tears his world apart. Show more
Documentary in which Darcey Bussell profiles Hollywood dancer Fred Astaire, marking 30 years since his death. Show more
Darcey Bussell uncovers the life of Margot Fonteyn, revealing how she got drawn into a failed foreign revolution, danced on for far too long and died alone and in poverty. Show more
Lucy Worsley traces the story of the young Mozart's adventures in London. It held the promise of unrivalled musical opportunity, but life was hard for a little boy in a big city. Show more
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Russell Brand challenges the point of view that the government's 'war on drugs' policy is working by finding out how other countries are tackling their problems of drug abuse. Show more
First episode of a two-part series following business at Christie's, the world's largest auction house, as staff, experts, advisers and buyers set art trends, prices and records. Show more