BBC Four HD Thursday

Jonathan Foyle and Lucy Creamer explore Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, where they learn about the history of the stately home and its architectural innovations

Actor Martin Sheen's investigation into his past uncovers two relatives who shared his passion for activism, before unexpectedly unearthing a family secret

Dr Lucie Green reveals how some of the UK's worst weather disasters occurred many years ago, despite the belief that the brunt of climate change has been felt in the 21st-century

A witless government minister gets out of his depth in international politics after suggesting a war is imminent. Satirical comedy, starring Peter Capaldi and James Gandolfini

Political satire following the Soviet dictator's last days and depicting the chaos of the regime after his death. Andrea Riseborough and Jason Isaacs star

Jonathan Foyle and Lucy Creamer explore Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, where they learn about the history of the stately home and its architectural innovations

Actor Martin Sheen's investigation into his past uncovers two relatives who shared his passion for activism, before unexpectedly unearthing a family secret

Dr Lucie Green reveals how some of the UK's worst weather disasters occurred many years ago, despite the belief that the brunt of climate change has been felt in the 21st-century

In July 1955, Ruth Ellis was the last woman to be hanged in Britain for the cold-blooded murder of lover David Blakely. Gillian Pachter re-examines her case