This Month on CPTV
Looking for new ways to spend the last few weeks of summer? This month you鈥檒l have a selection of award-winning shows, films and documentaries to choose from, along with sneak peeks of upcoming programs. Enjoy previews of 鈥淭he American Revolution鈥� by Ken Burns, coming this fall, and go behind-the-scenes with the cast and creators of 鈥淎ll Creatures Great and Small.鈥� Plus, new seasons of popular dramas, including 鈥淧rofessor T,鈥� 鈥淭he Marlow Murder Club鈥� and 鈥淯nforgotten on Masterpiece,鈥� return with more mystery, thrills and whodunits. The August schedule includes an array of offerings, providing you with new ideas, information and entertainment, designed for the most curious of minds.
On CPTV
The Great American Recipe | Season 4
Fridays at 10 p.m.
Join host Alejandra Ramos and judges Leah Cohen, Tiffany Derry and Graham Elliot as contestants showcase signature dishes, share heartfelt stories and compete to win the national search for "The Great American Recipe." Be sure to tune in on August 15 for the season finale. The three finalists face two rounds of cooking to determine the winner. First, they鈥檒l prepare a hometown recipe, followed by an entree, side dish and dessert that represents their personal Great American Recipe.
Grantchester on MASTERPIECE (Season 10 Finale)
Sunday, August 3 at 9 p.m.
There's no shortage of murder, mystery and mayhem in the seemingly quiet 1950s Cambridgeshire village of Grantchester, which means Alphy and Geordie must keep an eye on rising tensions as a controversial figure is invited to speak at the university. When a murder is committed, however, they disagree on how to approach the case.
Luna & Sophie
Sunday, August 3, 24, 31 at 11 p.m.
Luna Kunath is strong-willed but her penchant for naivety gets her into trouble. Sophie Pohlmann seems more mature, but her desire for harmony and fairness can be her weakness. Now, when an unidentified girl walks into a student rave and dies, they must work together to find out who she is and what happened to her.
Atomic People
Monday, August 4 at 10 p.m.
Through personal accounts with archival footage, witness the human fallout of the first and last atomic bombs used in warfare from the only remaining survivors on Earth of a nuclear attack.
Bob Dole, Italy and World War II
Tuesday, August 5 at 8 p.m.
Some of the most brutal, merciless and chaotic fighting of World War II took part in the mountains of Italy and lasted until the final days of the war. Even as the Allies advanced into the heart of Berlin in May of 1945, the battle for Italy continued. Many soldiers were affected by their time fighting in Italy and the horrific conditions they faced there. Learn about those who lived through one of World War II's most desperate fights, including the young lieutenant from Kansas whose unforgettable ordeal in Italy would shape his life of public service.
American Experience | Victory in the Pacific
Tuesday, August 5 at 9 p.m.
"Take no prisoners. Fight to the bitter end." Those were everyday words to combat troops on both sides at the end of World War II in the Pacific. And they led to an unprecedented orgy of slaughter. In this provocative, thorough examination of the final months of the war, this film looks at the escalation of bloodletting from the vantage point of both the Japanese and the Americans. As the film will show, most of the Emperor's inner circle was determined to continue the war even after losses in the Philippines in February 1945 cut off Japan's supply lines. From the U.S. capture of the Mariana Islands, through the firebombing of Tokyo and the dropping of the atomic bomb, this program chronicles the dreadful and unprecedented loss of life and the decisions made by leaders on both sides that finally ended the war.
Battlefront: 黑料吃瓜网 During World War II
Tuesday, August 5 at 11 p.m.
Learn about the role 黑料吃瓜网 residents played in the battlefronts of World War II through this CPTV Original program that features combat footage and interviews with those who served on the front lines.
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band - No Nukes
Saturday, August 9 at 9 p.m.
Witness the legendary band on the cusp of superstardom in the "No Nukes" concerts of 1979, with recovered and restored footage of their epic performance. Features live favorites "Badlands," "The Promised Land," "Thunder Road," "Born to Run" and more.
All Creatures Great and Small: Chapter Five
Sunday, August 10 at 8 p.m.
Go behind-the-scenes with the cast and creators of this beloved series. It's Spring 1941 in Darrowby, and young baby Jimmy is keeping everyone in Skeldale House on their toes. Helen is getting the hang of motherhood with James away at RAF Abingdon. Mrs. Hall and Siegfried are enjoying having a little one around, and Carmody is now a full-fledged member of the Skeldale family. With World War II now fully underway, Siegfried is taking up the slack at the surgery, Mrs. Hall and Helen are considering their contribution within the community, and Carmody is eager to step up. Siegfried is keen to have everyone back, but the surprise return of Tristan won't be quite as straightforward as he hoped.
Ken Burns: The Civil War
Sunday, August 10 at 9:30 p.m.
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark series in September 2015 with this in-depth overview of the iconic documentary. See video clips and interviews with Ken Burns, Geoffrey Ward, Ric Burns, Buddy Squires and others.
Deconstructing the Beatles
Monday, August 11 at 8 p.m.
Acclaimed "Beatle-ologist" Scott Freiman guides you, step by step, on an educational journey through several of The Beatles' milestone albums and the fascinating stories that accompanied them. No matter how much you know about the Beatles, there's something new here for you.
PBS Previews | The American Revolution: Ken Burns
Tuesday, August 12 at 8 p.m.
Get a sneak peak and preview of filmmaker Ken Burns's newest and highly anticipated documentary 鈥淭he American Revolution,鈥� premiering on November 16.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Tuesday, August 12 at 9 p.m.
Rediscover the songs that made Fleetwood Mac one of the most loved groups of all time.
Walking with Dinosaurs: A Viewer鈥檚 Guide
Wednesday, August 13 at 9:30 p.m.
Go behind-the-scenes of a unique journey back through time. Meet six extraordinary dinosaurs emerging from amazing dig sites in an incredible imagining of the most dramatic moments in their prehistoric lives. Blending the latest discoveries from dinosaur digs across the globe with spellbinding natural history storytelling and state of the art CGI, these giants come back to life so that they can walk again.
All New Rock, Pop and Doo Wop (My Music Presents)
Thursday, August 14 at 8 p.m.
The All New Rock, Pop and Doo Wop full-length performances include Johnny Maestro, The Duprees, Jay Back, Little Anthony & The Imperials, Ronnie Spector, Frankie Valli, Jerry Butler and many more artists from the 50s and 60s.
Great Performances: Rodgers & Hammerstein鈥檚 80th Anniversary
Sunday, August 17 at 7 p.m.
Explore the vast repertoire of these musical theater pioneers in a star-studded concert featuring Aaron Tveitt, Patrick Wilson and more performing from shows like "Carousel," "South Pacific," "The King and I," "The Sound of Music" and more.
RAYE: Live at Royal Albert Hall
Sunday, August 17 at 9 p.m.
RAYE takes to the stage of this legendary London venue to perform new arrangements of songs from her Mercury Prize-nominated album My 21st Century Blues, accompanied by the Heritage Orchestra, the Flames Collective choir and organist Anna Lapwood.
黑料吃瓜网 River: Journey Through Time
Monday, August 18 at 10 p.m.
Carving its way 410 miles through the mountains of Vermont and New Hampshire to the estuary of Long Island Sound, the 黑料吃瓜网 River shaped not only landscapes, but also human lives. This CPTV Original show tells the stories of the people who drew their livelihoods, dreams and hopes from the river. From their struggles, as much as from the river鈥檚 waters, the shape of New England history was formed.
African American in 黑料吃瓜网: Colonial Era to the Civil War
Tuesday, August 19 at 8 p.m.
Learn about the hidden history of African-Americans in 黑料吃瓜网 from colonial times to the Civil War, including their struggles, achievements, and contributions to the state.
Islam鈥檚 Greatest Stories of Love
Friday, August 22 at 10 p.m.
Devastated by her father's sudden death, a young woman seeks solace in five timeless stories of love and loss from the Islamic tradition. Woven through them is Ariella's own powerful journey to rediscover faith, hope and the courage to love again.
Professor T | Season 4
Sundays at 8 p.m. beginning August 24
Professor Jasper Tempest is obsessed with cleanliness, structure and order. But his genius for solving crimes means he constantly has to get his hands dirty, helping the police to crack their most difficult cases.
The Marlow Murder Club on MASTERPIECE| Season 2
Sundays at 9 p.m. beginning August 24
Is the new body a coincidence, or could the killer responsible for Louis Oldham's death have struck before? As details about the skeleton's identity emerge, Judith, Suzie and Becks realize they may have been looking in the wrong direction all along.
Unforgotten on MASTERPIECE | Season 6
Sundays at 10 p.m. beginning August 24
DCI Jessica "Jess" James joins DI Sunny Khan to investigate the discovery of human remains in a newly renovated antique home in West London. The ghost of much-loved former colleague Cassie Stuart looms large over the team, and Jess knows there will be big shoes for her to fill.
POV | A New Kind of Wilderness
Monday, August 25 at 10:30 p.m.
On a small farm in Norway, the Paynes lead a purposefully isolated life, striving to be wild and free. They are self-sufficient, practice home-schooling, and foster a close family dynamic in harmony with nature. But when tragedy strikes, they must adapt to the demands of modern society. Filmmaker Silje Evensmo Jacobsen captures an intimate portrait of love, life and growing up.
American Experience | Clearing the Air: The War on Smog
Tuesday, August 26 at 9 p.m.
In the summer of 1943, a thick noxious haze of smog enveloped the Los Angeles region. Residents complained of burning eyes and lungs, and some experienced nausea. The physical distress caused by the haze was so bad that many feared it was a Japanese chemical warfare attack. Over the next several years, the problem reached crisis proportions. Farmers began complaining of discolored lettuce, wilted crops, and dying produce. Many suspected emissions from sulfur-emitting factories had caused the foul air, but a chemist at the California Institute of Technology had a different theory. Arie Haagen-Smit determined that the smog was the result of sunlight breaking down incompletely burned gasoline and other hydrocarbons found in car emissions. 鈥淲ar on Smog鈥� tells the story of the epic struggle against airborne toxins that lead to a national reckoning about air quality and the creation of the Clean Air Act.
Great Performances: Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2025
Friday, August 29 at 9:30 p.m.
Enjoy this annual concert from Schonbrunn Palace conducted for the first time by Tugan Sokhiev. Opera star Piotr Beczala joins as soloist, performing arias from "Carmen" and "Turandot" along with the Vienna Boys Choir in their "Summer Night" debut.