TV Programming Highlights
In one-hour Halloween PBS special, Dr. Emily Zarka will deconstruct some of the most significant moments in zombie popular culture over the last two centuries to reveal what these creatures say about us.
Friday, October 31, at 9:00 p.m.
From hunting and fishing to hiking and more, the outdoor lifestyle in Pennsylvania takes many forms.
Monday, November 3, at 9:00 p.m.
The size of a football field, the International Space Station hurtles around Earth at 17,000 mph. Witness terrifying moments of high danger – when ingenuity and teamwork keep astronauts alive as they do remarkable science in space.
Wednesdays, November 5 - November 12, at 9:00 p.m.
What began as a routine armed robbery turned into one of the biggest heists in British history. Inspired by true events, this gripping drama uncovers the 1983 Brink’s-Mat robbery in London and the decades-long ripple effects that followed.
Sundays, October 5 - November 9, at 10:00 p.m.
Meet Chief Inspector Maigret as he solves Paris’s most complex crimes using unorthodox methods and a fierce sense of justice. To prevail, he must outwit the city’s most ruthless criminals while confronting his own troubled past.
Sundays, October 5 - November 9, at 9:00 p.m.
Creator and co-writer Sally Lindsay (Coronation Street) stars as antiques dealer Jean White, who finds herself a widow and nearly bankrupt. In the fictional French antiques hub of Sainte Victoire, Jean begins to seek the truth about her husband’s circumstances and encounters colorful locals in the process.
Premieres Saturday, September 20, at 8:00 p.m.
This quirky New Zealand mystery follows DI Mike Shepherd, who arrives to the seemingly peaceful town of Brokenwood with a classic car, a country music collection, and an indeterminate number of ex-wives. His assistant, DC Kristin Sims, is a by-the-book investigator 15 years younger than her boss’s car. Shepherd soon discovers that Brokenwood is full of secrets and suspicions.
Thursdays, September 11 - November 13, at 8:00 p.m.
Based on the book “Washington’s Spies: The Story of America’s First Spy Ring,” this Revolutionary War series centers on Abe Woodhull, a farmer living in British-occupied Long Island, who bands together with a group of childhood friends to form the Culper Ring. Together, they risk their lives and honor, turning against family and king for a fight they believed in passionately.
Thursdays, September 4 - November 6, at 9:30 p.m.
Latest Videos
A look at the importance of Pennsylvania's waterways, from history to recreation. Watch »
A look at quirky festivals in Pennsylvania, featuring Bigfoot, chainsaws, outhouse races and more. Watch on the PBS App »
David Lewis: The Real Story Behind Pennsylvania’s Legendary Outlaw
Season 2 Episode 1 | 27 min
Matt and Dustin of Local Historia explore the life and legend of David Lewis, dubbed the “Robin Hood of Pennsylvania.” Through historical documents, genealogy, and site visits they trace his origins, jailbreaks, and outlaw career. Watch on the PBS App »
In the current media landscape, the role of TRUSTWORTHY NEWS SOURCES may be more vital than ever. We talk with experts about the current state of public media, the outlook for news OUTLETS and the challenges JOURNALISTS across the country are facing Watch »
