PBS America TV Guide & Listings
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America's Great War 1917-1918
The presence of the American soldiers on French soil during the Great War is virtually unknown. 2 million arrived in France between 1917 and 1918 to fight alongside French and British troops. (S)
Kissinger, Part Two - the...
...Opportunist: Discover how Henry Kissinger's anti-Communist zeal would shape U.S. foreign policy through the voices of historians and colleagues. (Part 2 of 2)
The Story Of Egypt
Chaos: Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's story fits together. She explores how the Pyramid Age ended in catastrophe and Egypt was plunged into the dark ages and civil war. (Part 2 of 4) (S)
America's Great War 1917-1918
The presence of the American soldiers on French soil during the Great War is virtually unknown. 2 million arrived in France between 1917 and 1918 to fight alongside French and British troops. (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)
The Story Of Egypt
Chaos: Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's story fits together. She explores how the Pyramid Age ended in catastrophe and Egypt was plunged into the dark ages and civil war. (Part 2 of 4) (S)
Weathered: Earth's Extremes
Adapt Or Leave?: Maiya May visits the Isle de Jean Charles, Louisiana, one of the first communities in the U.S. to undergo a federally funded relocation due to climate change. (Part 2 of 6) (Ep2)
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The Mughal Empire
Building An Empire: In this episode we explore the legacy of Akbar, arguably the greatest of all Mughal emperors, and what he left behind. (Part 1 of 2)
Caligula's Hidden Legacy
After an illness and the death of his sister, Caligula's reign descended into paranoia, self-deification and cruelty, leading to his assassination. (Part 1 of 2) (Ep1)
The Story Of Egypt
Zenith: Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's extraordinary story fits together. Joann explores the magnificent Colossi of Memnon, built under Pharaoh Amenhotep III. (Part 3 of 4) (S)
Athens: Birth of Democracy
Mass graves and ancient ruins where tyrants were murdered shine new light on the birth of a revolutionary form of government. From NOVA. (S)
The Mughal Empire
Building An Empire: In this episode we explore the legacy of Akbar, arguably the greatest of all Mughal emperors, and what he left behind. (Part 1 of 2)
Caligula's Hidden Legacy
After an illness and the death of his sister, Caligula's reign descended into paranoia, self-deification and cruelty, leading to his assassination. (Part 1 of 2) (Ep1)
The Story Of Egypt
Zenith: Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's extraordinary story fits together. Joann explores the magnificent Colossi of Memnon, built under Pharaoh Amenhotep III. (Part 3 of 4) (S)
Athens: Birth of Democracy
Mass graves and ancient ruins where tyrants were murdered shine new light on the birth of a revolutionary form of government. From NOVA. (S)
The Mughal Empire
Building An Empire: In this episode we explore the legacy of Akbar, arguably the greatest of all Mughal emperors, and what he left behind. (Part 1 of 2)
New: Caligula's Hidden Legacy
After an illness and the death of his sister, Caligula's reign descended into paranoia, self-deification and cruelty, leading to his assassination. (Part 1 of 2) (Ep1)
The Story Of Egypt
Zenith: Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's extraordinary story fits together. Joann explores the magnificent Colossi of Memnon, built under Pharaoh Amenhotep III. (Part 3 of 4) (S)
Caught in the Crackdown
The violence, protests, and arrests stemming from the federal immigration sweeps across the country. With ProPublica, examining the tactics, legal cases, and nationwide impact. (S)
The Mughal Empire
Building An Empire: In this episode we explore the legacy of Akbar, arguably the greatest of all Mughal emperors, and what he left behind. (Part 1 of 2)
The Story Of Egypt
Zenith: Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's extraordinary story fits together. Joann explores the magnificent Colossi of Memnon, built under Pharaoh Amenhotep III. (Part 3 of 4) (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
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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)
The Mughal Empire
The Golden Age: Shah Jahan's reign ushered in the golden age of Mughal architecture. During this time the splendour of the Mughal court reached its peak. (Part 2 of 2)
Caligula's Hidden Legacy
Two gigantic ships built by Caligula have fuelled legends for two millennia. This film reveals the story of these floating palaces. (Part 2 of 2) (Ep2)
The Story Of Egypt
Invasion: Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's story fits together. In the final episode, Joann discovers how Egypt's enemies exploited a country weakened by internal strife. (Part 4 of 4) (S)
The War Cabinet - Part 1
From clashes with allies, to taking out foreign leaders, to waging war in the Middle East, examining the inner circle of advisors and officials trying to project US power. (Part 1 of 2)
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)
The Mughal Empire
The Golden Age: Shah Jahan's reign ushered in the golden age of Mughal architecture. During this time the splendour of the Mughal court reached its peak. (Part 2 of 2)
Caligula's Hidden Legacy
Two gigantic ships built by Caligula have fuelled legends for two millennia. This film reveals the story of these floating palaces. (Part 2 of 2) (Ep2)
The Story Of Egypt
Invasion: Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's story fits together. In the final episode, Joann discovers how Egypt's enemies exploited a country weakened by internal strife. (Part 4 of 4) (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.