Sky Documentaries TV Guide — Saturday, 25 July 2026

Browse the full Sky Documentaries TV guide for Saturday, 25 July 2026. 17 programmes listed , including 3 tonight. UK listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.

Early Morning

00:20 1h 50m

OJ: Made in America

S1 · E5

America's reaction to the not guilty verdict

Documentary about the rise and fall of OJ Simpson, concluding with America's reaction to the verdict, and OJ's attempt to begin the next phase of his life

02:10 1h

The Essex Murders

S1 · E1 · Ecstasy and Agony

Documentary about the killing of three notorious criminals

Documentary 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

03:10 55m

The Essex Murders

S1 · E2 · Secrets and Lies

The questions remain about the convictions of Michael Steele and Jack Whomes

A 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

04:05 55m

The Essex Murders

S1 · E3 · Truth and Justice

The hunt for an alternative suspect

A look at the hunt for an alternative suspect in the Essex Boys murders, uncovering explosive revelations that could turn the case on its head

05:00 1h

Discovering: Tom Hanks

S13 · E1 · Tom Hanks

A profile of the double Oscar-winning actor

A profile of the American actor, who rose to fame with his roles in Big and Splash and won Best Actor Oscars for Philadelphia and Forrest Gump

Morning

06:00 1h

Discovering: Ronald Colman

S12 · E11 · Ronald Colman

A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor

A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor and star of classic films including A Tale of Two Cities and Lost Horizon

07:00 1h

Discovering: Harvey Keitel

S12 · E12 · Harvey Keitel

The life and career of the actor

The life and career of the actor known for roles in films including Taxi Driver, Thelma & Louise, Bad Lieutenant, Sister Act, Reservoir Dogs, Cop Land and The Irishman

08:00 1h

The Directors

S6 · E1 · Spike Lee

The life and work of Spike Lee

A look at the life and career of American director and screenwriter Spike Lee, whose films include Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X, Summer of Sam and BlacKkKlansman

09:00 2h

Bardot

A look at the life and career of actress Brigitte Bardot

A look at the life and career of actress Brigitte Bardot, examining the hardships, trials and struggles she faced as well as her work and legacy

11:00 1h 50m

Williams & Mansell: Red 5

The rise of driver Nigel Mansell and the Williams F1 racing team

Documentary charting the rise of Nigel Mansell, the Williams F1 racing team and how they came together to fight for the Formula 1 World Drivers' Championship

Daytime

12:50 10m

My Icon: Heather Watson

The tennis star talks about the individuals who have inspired her

British tennis star Heather Watson discusses the individuals who have inspired her over the course of her life

13:00 1h 50m

Bruno v Tyson

The story of the boxing rivalry between Frank Bruno and Mike Tyson

The story of the boxing rivalry between Frank Bruno and Mike Tyson, spanning two epic fights marred by politics and volatile race relations, with the old foes coming together for a reunion

14:50 2h 10m

Val

Documentary Film ★ 7.1

Documentary focusing on the daily life of actor Val Kilmer

★ Cast & Info

17:00 1h 50m

I Am Patrick Swayze

A tribute to the American actor

A tribute to the American actor, known for his roles in hits like Dirty Dancing, Ghost and The Outsiders. With contributions by Demi Moore and Rob Lowe among others

Tonight's Highlights

18:50 2h 10m

Belushi

Documentary Film ★ 6.7

Documentary about John Belushi

★ Cast & Info

21:00 2h

Rik Mayall: Magnificent B'stard

A documentary tribute to the influential comedian

A 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

23:00 1h

Ibiza Narcos

S1 · E1 · Disorganised Crime

Exploring the drugs trade on the island

Exploring how the Island was transformed into a vibrant party capital, fuelled by a dangerous and lucrative drugs trade that drew many criminals to its shores

Early Morning

Morning

Daytime

Tonight's Highlights

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