Browse the full Sky Documentaries TV guide for Friday, 30 October 2026. 20 programmes listed , including 4 tonight. UK listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.
Early Morning
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00:15 1h
The Essex Murders
S1 · E1 · Ecstasy and AgonyDocumentary about the killing of three notorious criminalsDocumentary about the killing of three notorious criminals known as the Essex Boys, who were found shot to death in December 1995. Friends and fellow gangsters reveal how the gang and their leader Tony Tucker managed to build a drug empire as the rave scene took off -
01:15 1h
The Essex Murders
S1 · E2 · Secrets and LiesThe questions remain about the convictions of Michael Steele and Jack WhomesA look at whether Michael Steele and Jack Whomes were really guilty of the Essex Boys murders, re-examining the questions that remain about their convictions -
02:15 1h
The Essex Murders
S1 · E3 · Truth and JusticeThe hunt for an alternative suspectA look at the hunt for an alternative suspect in the Essex Boys murders, uncovering explosive revelations that could turn the case on its head -
03:15 1h 45m
Love Means Zero
Documentary Film ★ 6.7Documentary about famed tennis coach Nick Bollettieri
★ Cast & Info
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05:00 1h
Discovering: Jean Simmons
S10 · E5 · Jean SimmonsA profile of the actressA profile of the London-born actress, who was nominated for an Academy Award for Hamlet and won the Golden Globe for Best Actress for Guys and Dolls
Morning
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06:00 1h
The Good Fight Club
S1 · E4The pressure is on at the end of the seasonThe pressure is on at the end of Team Underground's season as coach Steve tries to show that he has got what it takes -
07:00 1h
Discovering: Susan Sarandon
S10 · E6 · Susan SarandonA profile of the Oscar-winning actressA profile of the American actress, who starred in The Witches of Eastwick, Thelma & Louise and Bull Durham and won an Academy Award for her role in Dead Man Walking -
08:00 1h
The Directors
S3 · E5 · George StevensThe life and work of George StevensThe life and work of George Stevens, who directed films including Shane, The Greatest Story Ever Told and The Diary of Anne Frank and won Oscars for A Place in the Sun and Giant -
09:00 1h
The 2000s
S1 · E6 · The Financial CrisisThe impact of the 2008 financial crisisThe impact of the 2008 financial crisis, when the banking system was near collapse and the stock market in free fall -
10:00 55m
Vegas: The Story of Sin City
S1 · E4 · The Greatest Show on EarthA look at the arrival of new Disney-fied hotels, casinos, and megastarsHow the Strip exploded with new Disney-fied hotels, casinos and megastars, highlighting its evolution and continual reinvention in the face of difficulty -
10:55 55m
UFO
S1 · E4Psychiatrist John Mack's investigation into claims of alien abductionA look at how acclaimed psychiatrist John Mack began an investigation into claims of alien abduction and the shocking discoveries he made -
11:50 1h 30m
Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos
S1 · E1Part one of two. The story behind the dramaPart one of two. Documentary examining the origins and development of the drama, as well as looking at the life and career of its creator and writer David Chase
Daytime
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13:20 1h 40m
Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos
S1 · E2Part two of two. The story behind the dramaPart two of two. Documentary examining the origins and development of the drama, as well as looking at the life and career of its creator and writer David Chase -
15:00 1h
Urban Secrets
S1 · E1Alan Cumming explores cities, beginning in LondonAlan Cumming examines the hidden histories of cities, revealing the sights and sounds rarely witnessed by the public. He begins in London at St Paul's Cathedral, where he visits a place tourists never go, before exploring a hidden park and a little-known church. He also gets a guided tour of Soho from broadcaster Danny Baker -
16:00 1h
The Directors
S3 · E5 · George StevensThe life and work of George StevensThe life and work of George Stevens, who directed films including Shane, The Greatest Story Ever Told and The Diary of Anne Frank and won Oscars for A Place in the Sun and Giant -
17:00 1h
Discovering: Susan Sarandon
S10 · E6 · Susan SarandonA profile of the Oscar-winning actressA profile of the American actress, who starred in The Witches of Eastwick, Thelma & Louise and Bull Durham and won an Academy Award for her role in Dead Man Walking
Tonight's Highlights
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18:00 1h
Vegas: The Story of Sin City
S1 · E4 · The Greatest Show on EarthA look at the arrival of new Disney-fied hotels, casinos, and megastarsHow the Strip exploded with new Disney-fied hotels, casinos and megastars, highlighting its evolution and continual reinvention in the face of difficulty -
19:00 1h
UFO
S1 · E4Psychiatrist John Mack's investigation into claims of alien abductionA look at how acclaimed psychiatrist John Mack began an investigation into claims of alien abduction and the shocking discoveries he made -
20:00 2h
Lancaster
Documentary Film ★ 6.8The story of the bomber synonymous with the Dambusters
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22:00 2h
Rik Mayall: Magnificent B'stard
A documentary tribute to the influential comedianA documentary tribute to the influential and much-missed comedian, a man driven by punk spirit and an unrelenting commitment to pushing boundaries. When he died in 2014 at the age of 56, Rik left behind a body of ground-breaking work, from Rick the Poet and Kevin Turvey to The Young Ones, Bottom and The New Statesman - performances that redefined television comedy and helped ignite the alternative comedy revolution. The film explores his comedic journey, his creative partnership with Adrian Edmondson, his struggle with drink and the near-fatal quad-bike accident that left him fighting not only for his life but also his future. Contributors include Stephen Fry, Ben Elton, Greg Davies, Paul Jackson, John Lloyd, Nigel Planer and Adrian Edmondson