tvcal
Art on the BBC

Art on the BBC

2020Returning Series2 Seasons8 EpisodesTMDB
BBC Four

Four young British art historians delve into six decades of the BBC archives to discover the powerful way in which television influences our understanding of the world's greatest artists.

Season 1 Episodes

Browse every episode and jump into details.

Episode 1: The Story of the Nude

Feb 2, 2020 · 58m

Art historian Kate Bryan explores six decades of BBC archive to discover how television has influenced our understanding of the nude and how our attitudes have changed.

Episode 2: The Many Faces of Picasso

Feb 9, 2020 · 58m

Picasso is known as the godfather of modern art. In this programme, art historian David Dibosa explores six decades of BBC archive to discover how television has influenced our understanding of him.

Episode 3: Michelangelo: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Feb 16, 2020 · 58m

Michelangelo was not merely a giant of the Renaissance. He was also one of the era’s most controversial personalities. Art historian Sona Datta explores six decades of BBC archive to discover how TV has influenced our understanding of him.

Episode 4: Constable: The Rural Rebel

Feb 23, 2020 · 58m

Often dismissed as a chocolate box painter in his day, Constable is now acknowledged to have been a revolutionary. Art historian Rose Balston explores six decades of BBC archive to discover how TV has influenced our understanding of him.

Season 1 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did Art on the BBC Season 1 premiere?

Art on the BBC Season 1 premiered on February 2, 2020.

How many episodes are in Art on the BBC Season 1?

Art on the BBC Season 1 has 4 episodes.

What is the first episode of Art on the BBC Season 1?

The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "The Story of the Nude". It aired on February 2, 2020.

Go to Season 1 Episode 1

Where to Watch

Loading...

Streaming data provided by JustWatch