PBS America TV Guide & Listings
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Secrets of the Royal Palaces
Sandringham: How Sandringham in Norfolk was purchased by the royal family to save its reputation. (Part 4 of 8) (S2 Ep4) (S)
New: The Real Truth
Smoking & Vaping: This episode exposes the myths around vaping and smoking, revealing how nicotine hijacks the brain and how marketing keeps people hooked. (Part 5 of 6) (Ep5) (S)
Pearl Harbor: the Heroes...
...Who Fought Back: This is the story of how the attack at Pearl Harbor changed the course of history. We'll learn how these events shaped how America would engage with war for the next 75 years. (S)
Ancient Egypt: Life And Death...
...In The Valley Of The Kings: Egyptologist Dr Joann Fletcher looks at the mysterious world of the ancient Egyptian afterlife. (Part 2 of 2) (S)
Secrets of the Royal Palaces
Sandringham: How Sandringham in Norfolk was purchased by the royal family to save its reputation. (Part 4 of 8) (S2 Ep4) (S)
The Real Truth
Smoking & Vaping: This episode exposes the myths around vaping and smoking, revealing how nicotine hijacks the brain and how marketing keeps people hooked. (Part 5 of 6) (Ep5) (S)
Pearl Harbor: the Heroes...
...Who Fought Back: This is the story of how the attack at Pearl Harbor changed the course of history. We'll learn how these events shaped how America would engage with war for the next 75 years. (S)
Weathered: Earth's Extremes
Are We at the Tipping Point?: Discover how critical our climate systems are for our planet's stability, and learn the science behind these changes and how to protect our planet's future. (Part 1 of 6)
Teleshopping
Teleshopping
Teleshopping
Teleshopping
Weathered: Earth's Extremes
The Heat is on: Maiya May explores heat in Portland, Oregon, and Medellín, Colombia, a city that is leading the revolution against sweltering city temperatures. (Part 3 of 6) (Ep3)
France: the Post War Recovery
Aspiring to a better future, the French rolled up their sleeves and set about rebuilding the country. But in post-war France, hopes and reality would yet collide. (Part 1 of 2) (S)
France: the Post War Recovery
Aspiring to a better future, the French rolled up their sleeves and set about rebuilding the country. But in post-war France, hopes and reality would yet collide. (Part 2 of 2) (S)
WWII: Operation Barbarossa
Under the code name 'Barbarossa', Nazi Germany invaded the Soviet Union. In the first hours of the attack, bombs rained down on Soviet airfields on the frontier. (Part 1 of 2) (S)
WWII: Operation Barbarossa
Determined to seize the Russian capital before winter, Hitler launched Operation 'Typhoon'. It was to be the last great decisive battle of the year. (Part 2 of 2) (S)
Pearl Harbor: the Heroes...
...Who Fought Back: This is the story of how the attack at Pearl Harbor changed the course of history. We'll learn how these events shaped how America would engage with war for the next 75 years. (S)
Ancient Apocalypse
The Fall of the Roman Empire: At the height of its power, the Roman Empire fractured due to internal discord, barbarian invasions, and deadly plagues. (Part 1 of 3)
Ancient Apocalypse
The Empire of Carthage: The Mediterranean superpower. Carthage was annihilated by Rome, leaving little trace of its legacy. (Part 2 of 3)
Ancient Apocalypse
The Fall of the Pyramid Age: In Egypt's Old Kingdom, environmental disasters and political fragmentation ended the era of the pyramids. (Part 3 of 3)
Pearl Harbor: the Heroes...
...Who Fought Back: This is the story of how the attack at Pearl Harbor changed the course of history. We'll learn how these events shaped how America would engage with war for the next 75 years. (S)
France: the Post War Recovery
Aspiring to a better future, the French rolled up their sleeves and set about rebuilding the country. But in post-war France, hopes and reality would yet collide. (Part 1 of 2) (S)
France: the Post War Recovery
Aspiring to a better future, the French rolled up their sleeves and set about rebuilding the country. But in post-war France, hopes and reality would yet collide. (Part 2 of 2) (S)
Pearl Harbor: the Heroes...
...Who Fought Back: This is the story of how the attack at Pearl Harbor changed the course of history. We'll learn how these events shaped how America would engage with war for the next 75 years. (S)
WWII: Operation Barbarossa
Under the code name 'Barbarossa', Nazi Germany invaded the Soviet Union. In the first hours of the attack, bombs rained down on Soviet airfields on the frontier. (Part 1 of 2) (S)
WWII: Operation Barbarossa
Determined to seize the Russian capital before winter, Hitler launched Operation 'Typhoon'. It was to be the last great decisive battle of the year. (Part 2 of 2) (S)
Pearl Harbor: the Heroes...
...Who Fought Back: This is the story of how the attack at Pearl Harbor changed the course of history. We'll learn how these events shaped how America would engage with war for the next 75 years. (S)
Weathered: Earth's Extremes
The Heat is on: Maiya May explores heat in Portland, Oregon, and Medellín, Colombia, a city that is leading the revolution against sweltering city temperatures. (Part 3 of 6) (Ep3)
Teleshopping
Teleshopping
Teleshopping
Teleshopping
Weathered: Earth's Extremes
Water Whiplash: Maiya May learns about the severe impacts of droughts and floods on agriculture and the alarming depletion of groundwater reserves. (Part 4 of 6) (Ep4)
Cleopatra
Blood and Betrayal: Enter a cauldron of intrigue, deceit, lust, and murder as we tell the true story of the legendary Queen of Egypt. (Ep1) (S)
Cleopatra
Love and Death: Enter a cauldron of intrigue, deceit, lust, and murder as we tell the true story of the legendary Queen of Egypt. (Ep2) (S)
Ancient Egypt: Life And Death...
...In The Valley Of The Kings: Egyptologist Dr Joann Fletcher discovers what life was really like for ordinary Egyptians 3,500 years ago. (Part 1 of 2) (S)
Ancient Egypt: Life And Death...
...In The Valley Of The Kings: Egyptologist Dr Joann Fletcher looks at the mysterious world of the ancient Egyptian afterlife. (Part 2 of 2) (S)
Cleopatra
Blood and Betrayal: Enter a cauldron of intrigue, deceit, lust, and murder as we tell the true story of the legendary Queen of Egypt. (Ep1) (S)
Cleopatra
Love and Death: Enter a cauldron of intrigue, deceit, lust, and murder as we tell the true story of the legendary Queen of Egypt. (Ep2) (S)
Secrets of the Royal Palaces
Windsor Castle: Kate Williams explores some of the more gruesome stories of Windsor Castle history. (Part 1 of 8) (S2 Ep1) (S)
Secrets of the Royal Palaces
Hampton Court Palace: Kate Williams tells scandalous and shocking stories of ancient palace history. (Part 2 of 8) (S2 Ep2) (S)
Secrets of the Royal Palaces
Versailles Palace: Versailles - one of the most enormous and impressive palaces in the world. Part 3 of 8. (Part 3 of 8) (S2 Ep3) (S)
PBS America is a British digital television channel that broadcasts top-tier documentaries and factual programming across the United Kingdom. This TV guide provides an overview of the channel's daily and weekly schedules, helping viewers track upcoming broadcasts, explore major series, and plan their daily television viewing.
About PBS America
Launched in November 2011, PBS America operates as a joint venture between the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and domestic broadcasting entities in the UK market. The channel acts as a dedicated home for American public broadcasting content in the United Kingdom, bringing acclaimed educational, historical, and factual content to British audiences.
Broadcasting free-to-air on terrestrial and satellite networks, PBS America focuses entirely on non-fiction television. Its programming schedule is curated from the extensive PBS archive alongside independent documentary acquisitions from around the world.
PBS America TV Guide
Using a daily TV guide helps viewers navigate the various history, science, current affairs, and arts programs broadcast across the network. The schedule is structured to offer dedicated blocks of thematic content throughout the day, making it straightforward to find comprehensive documentary coverage.
Key features of the PBS America schedule include:
- Broadcast Dates: Daily listings covering morning, afternoon, and evening slots.
- Program Details: Specific episode titles, series numbers, and detailed episode summaries.
- Genre Categories: Clear identification of military history, natural science, American history, and biographical features.
- Upcoming Episodes: Multi-day schedule overviews to help users plan ahead or set reminders for specific series.
Using TV Guide Listings for Tonight on PBS America
Prime-time viewing forms the core of the channel's daily schedule. Checking TV guide listings for tonight allows viewers to discover feature-length documentaries, flagship current affairs broadcasts, and multi-part history series airing during evening hours.
Evening broadcasts often showcase high-profile investigative reports and definitive historical documentaries. Because broadcast times can occasionally shift due to live events or special extended programming, reviewing the latest listings ensures you do not miss scheduled episodes or broadcast premieres.
PBS America Programming Categories
PBS America concentrates exclusively on non-fiction genres. The schedule is primarily divided into several core factual categories:
- History & World War II: Comprehensive historical coverage, with a strong focus on 20th-century conflicts, ancient civilizations, and political history.
- Science & Nature: In-depth exploration of technological achievements, astronomy, earth sciences, and natural history documentaries.
- Arts & Culture: Profiles of influential figures, American music history, architecture, and cultural movements.
- Current Affairs & Society: Investigative journalism and social commentary offering deep analysis of contemporary global issues.
Notable Programs and Series
The channel features prominent documentary series and strand brands known for thorough research and cinematic production values:
- American Experience: Long-running historical documentary series covering major events, influential figures, and pivotal eras in American history.
- FRONTLINE: Acclaimed investigative journalism strand producing in-depth reports on international politics, social crises, and global current affairs.
- NOVA: Premier science documentary series focusing on technological breakthroughs, scientific discovery, and natural phenomena.
- Ken Burns Documentaries: Landmark multi-part history series covering topics such as the American Civil War, Jazz, the Vietnam War, and National Parks.
How to Use the PBS America TV Schedule
To locate a specific program or check broadcast times, follow these simple steps when navigating the schedule:
- Select the relevant date from the guide navigation.
- Scroll to the desired time block (morning, afternoon, or evening).
- Review the program title and short description to confirm the episode details.
- Check your provider's local time zone to ensure precise viewing times.
- Consult upcoming listings to check for repeat broadcasts or follow-up episodes.
Viewing and Reception Information
PBS America is widely accessible across major television platforms in the United Kingdom. Viewers can access the channel on:
- Freeview: Available on digital terrestrial television.
- Freesat: Accessible via satellite broadcast.
- Sky & Virgin Media: Included in standard pay-TV channel lineups.
Channel numbers and broadcast availability may vary based on your specific television equipment, service provider, or regional package.
Regional and Schedule Variations
Television schedules can occasionally be modified due to special broadcasts, technical updates, or regional transmission changes. While the primary schedule remains consistent across the UK, viewers should double-check local listings, particularly during daylight saving time changes or holiday schedule adjustments.
Understanding Schedule Information
Channel guide data provides two primary types of information:
Evergreen Information: Core channel identity, established series titles, primary genres, and general broadcasting information remain consistent over time.
Time-Sensitive Information: Exact airtimes, specific episode titles, daily schedule changes, and premiere dates change regularly. For the most accurate daily times, always consult the active schedule grid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PBS America TV Guide?
The PBS America TV Guide is a detailed schedule listing the channel's broadcast times, upcoming documentary series, individual episode descriptions, and daily program lineups.
What is on PBS America tonight?
PBS America features prime-time documentary series, history programs, science features, and current affairs strands during the evening hours. Check the evening listings grid for tonight's exact broadcast times.
Where can I find the PBS America TV schedule?
You can view the full schedule on digital electronic program guides (EPG) on Freeview, Freesat, Sky, and Virgin Media, as well as through online TV guide platforms.
Does PBS America broadcast drama or sports?
No, PBS America focuses exclusively on non-fiction programming, including history, science, culture, and investigative current affairs documentaries.
Are PBS America schedule times the same across the UK?
Generally yes, though exact program times can occasionally vary depending on broadcast provider updates or regional platform configurations.