TV series

The South Bank Show

Name: The South Bank Show
Genre: Documentary, Talk
Cast: Melvyn Bragg, David Hockney, Ken Russell, Peter Hall, Alan Bennett

1978–2023, English, on ITV1 & Sky Arts. Created by Melvyn Bragg.

The South Bank Show is a television arts magazine show produced by ITV between 1978 and 2010. A new series began on Sky Arts from 27 May 2012. Presented by Melvyn Bragg, the show aims to bring both high art and popular culture to a mass audience.

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Seasons: 45
Episodes: 776
Episode length: 60 min
Status: Ended in 2023

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Latest episode

S45 E4: David Hockney: In London

Aired 29 August 2023

Seasons 45

Season 1

1978 · 24 episodes

Season 2

1978 · 24 episodes

Season 3

1979 · 19 episodes

Season 4

1980 · 26 episodes

Season 5

1981 · 27 episodes

Season 6

1982 · 26 episodes

Season 7

1983 · 22 episodes

Season 8

1984 · 24 episodes

Season 9

1985 · 24 episodes

Season 10

1986 · 23 episodes

Season 11

1987 · 24 episodes

Season 12

1988 · 24 episodes

Season 13

1989 · 25 episodes

Season 14

1990 · 23 episodes

Season 15

1991 · 25 episodes

Season 16

1992 · 25 episodes

Season 17

1993 · 25 episodes

Season 18

1994 · 22 episodes

Season 19

1995 · 20 episodes

Season 20

1996 · 20 episodes

Season 21

1997 · 22 episodes

Season 22

1998 · 16 episodes

Season 23

1999 · 21 episodes

Season 24

2000 · 24 episodes

Season 25

2001 · 19 episodes

Season 26

2002 · 25 episodes

Season 27

2003 · 13 episodes

Season 28

2004 · 23 episodes

Season 29

2005 · 13 episodes

Season 30

2006 · 11 episodes

Season 31

2006 · 30 episodes

Season 32

2007 · 8 episodes

Season 33

2008 · 6 episodes

Season 34

2008 · 6 episodes

Season 35

2009 · 9 episodes

Season 36

2014 · 10 episodes

Season 37

2015 · 10 episodes

Season 38

2016 · 6 episodes

Season 39

2017 · 6 episodes

Season 40

2018 · 6 episodes

Season 41

2019 · 4 episodes

Season 42

2020 · 4 episodes

Season 43

2021 · 4 episodes

Season 44

2022 · 4 episodes

Season 45

2023 · 4 episodes

Specials

1983 · 4 episodes

Cast & crew

Details

First aired: 14 January 1978
Last aired: 29 August 2023
Network: ITV1, Sky Arts
Language: English
Country: United Kingdom
Type: Talk Show
Rated: NR

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How many seasons of The South Bank Show are there?

The South Bank Show has 45 seasons and 776 episodes, about 60 minutes each.

Is The South Bank Show finished?

Yes. The South Bank Show ended in 2023, so you can watch the whole story.

Which OTT platform is The South Bank Show on?

The South Bank Show isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 11 November 2026.)

The South Bank Show parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

The South Bank Show is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

What shows are like The South Bank Show?

If you liked The South Bank Show, try Biography, Doctor Who Confidential, NOVA.

Who created The South Bank Show?

The South Bank Show was created by Melvyn Bragg and stars Melvyn Bragg, David Hockney, Ken Russell.