Classic Movies: The Story of...

Station:
Sky Arts (GB)

Status:
Running

Start:
2023-08-31

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Classic Movies: The Story of... goes in search of the cinematically sublime. Those films that have transcended their era to enter the pantheon of greats.With each episode devoted to a single film, their story will be told with detail, affection, looking for the truth behind the myth, all the trials and triumphs that went into forging a classic. But this isn't simply history, the standard making of, it's about identifying those ingredients immortal scenes, performances, themes, luxuriant cinematography, art direction, special effects, music, even the power of a single line – that elevate a film to a new level.Hosted by Ian Nathan, guide us through the story from inception to legacy, supplemented with regular input along with special guest, with unique insight, historians who have devoted entire books, and visit to special location, where they shot or that served as  a key inspiration, bringing each of these films to life with a dynamic presentation. We are on a journey to find out not what makes a film good, but what makes it classic. 

Classic Movies: The Story of... Next Episode Air Date

Next Episode is 'The Blue Angel' (Season 6 Episode 5) and airs on 12 Nov 2026 14:00 (CDT).

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List of episodes

S6E2 - Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure

Ian Nathan looks at the 1989 sci-fi comedy, which starred Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter as two teens on a quest to assemble historical figures for their high-school history report.

Air Date: 22 Oct 2026 14:00 (CDT)

S6E3 - Dead of Night

In a special Halloween edition, Ian Nathan examines the 1945 horror anthology film, which is framed by guests at a country manor recounting their encounters with the supernatural.

Air Date: 29 Oct 2026 15:00 (CDT)

S6E4 - The Elephant Man

Air Date: 05 Nov 2026 14:00 (CDT)

S6E5 - The Blue Angel

Air Date: 12 Nov 2026 14:00 (CDT)