Sky Arts Documentaries

Documentary exploring the life and work of Dutch graphic artist Maurits Cornelis Escher, featuring extracts from his diary and correspondence read by Stephen Fry

LONDON’S HUMBLE CRUMBLE BAR READ MORE A Brush With Comedy is an insightful new feature length documentary that examines the connection between art and comedy. Featuring the comedians Spencer Jones, Simon Munnery, Bec Hill, Miriam Elia and Jim Moir (AKA Vic Reeves) the film explores the connection between comedy and art and the inner conflicts that lie within. It’s a personal and authored debut by filmmaker Louis Moir, who explores his relationship with his dad, Jim Moir, through his creative output.

Robert B Weide's documentary examines the extraordinary life of the celebrated writer and humorist, as well as the friendship he developed with Vonnegut while filming it

Sky Original documentary tracing the complex history of Michelangelo's most controversial commission, the Mausoleum of Pope Julius II, which took 40 years to complete.

What if JMW Turner's paintings are not what they seem? Enthusiasts and experts embark on a Da Vinci Code-esque quest to reveal the hidden codes they believe are woven into his art.

l. Arguably the greatest ever frontman, Freddie Mercury was a complete one-off. This is the Queen icon's story - told through the sale of his personal items at Sotheby's.