Ethel Merman • Mickey Rooney • Jonathan Winters • Phil Silvers
It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (1963) follows a group of strangers who, after witnessing a dying man reveal a hidden fortune, embark on a chaotic, cross-country race filled with hilarious mishaps, betrayals, and outrageous stunts to claim the treasure.
The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill But Came Down a Mountain (1995)
Starring: Hugh Grant • Tara FitzGerald • Colm Meaney • Ian McNeic
A British cartographer visits a Welsh village and declares their cherished mountain is actually a hill. Unwilling to accept this, the determined villagers work together to raise its height before he finalizes his maps, ensuring it remains a true mountain.
Enchanted April (1991)
Starring: Miranda Richardson • Josie Lawrence • Polly Walker • Joan Plowright
Four women, each feeling unfulfilled in their lives, escape to a beautiful Italian villa for a month-long holiday. Amid the breathtaking scenery, they rediscover joy, friendship, and love, transforming their perspectives and relationships in unexpected ways.
The Duchess (2008)
Starring: Keira Knightley • Ralph Fiennes • Charlotte Rampling • Dominic Cooper
The Duchess follows the life of Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, who struggles with a loveless marriage, societal expectations, and political influence while seeking love and independence in 18th-century England, challenging the constraints placed upon women of her time.
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Celebrate Earth Month with OETA’s Must-Watch Nature Specials!
This April, OETA invites you to celebrate Earth Month with a stunning lineup of programs exploring the beauty, challenges, and resilience of our planet.
The Future of Nature (Wednesdays at 9 PM) – This three-part series examines Earth’s vital ecosystems. Grasslands (April 2) highlights the importance of open plains and the wildlife that thrives there. Forests (April 9) uncovers the crucial role trees play in supporting biodiversity. Humans (April 16) explores how people are shaping and impacting the natural world.
Nature: Katavi – Africa’s Fallen Paradise (Wednesdays at 7 PM) – A breathtaking three-part journey through one of Africa’s last untouched wildernesses. Sanctuary (April 2) introduces Katavi’s wildlife, Purgatory (April 9) reveals the park’s struggles during the dry season, and Salvation (April 16) follows conservation efforts to restore balance.
NOVA: Secrets of the Forest (Wednesday, April 16, 8 PM) – Scientists uncover the hidden wonders and ecological mysteries of ancient forests.
Water for Life (April 21, 9 PM) – This special highlights the urgent need to protect Earth’s most essential resource.
Changing Planet: River Restoration (April 23, 9 PM) Follow conservationists working to restore the largest river restoration project in United States history.
Nature Cat’s Nature-Tastic Four Movie (April 3, 11:30 AM) After coming out victorious against The Soil, Water and Plant Stealers, The Nature-tastic Four feel nature-tastic, and ready for a well-earned afternoon of fun and relaxation!
Join OETA this Earth Month to explore and appreciate the incredible natural world around us!
The Future of Nature Nature: Katavi –Africa’s Fallen Paradise NOVA: Secrets of the Forest Water for Life
Changing Planet: River Restoration
DramaS SUNDAY
Sunday Dramas Heat Up April on OETA!
This April, OETA’s Sunday night dramas bring intrigue, history, and heart-pounding storytelling! Call The Midwife continues with new episodes full of heartwarming and emotional moments. Marie Antoinette, Season 2 explores the queen’s fight for influence in a changing France. Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece follows Thomas Cromwell’s gripping final chapter. The Paris Murders delivers more thrilling investigations, while Velvet brings passion and drama to the Spanish fashion world.
Don’t miss Sundays on OETA, where every episode is filled with romance, mystery, and unforgettable moments!
April Music
A Month of Unforgettable Performances
Austin City Limits Celebrates 50 Years (April 4, 9 PM) – The trailblazing live music series marks its golden anniversary with a star-studded special featuring Leon Bridges, Gary Clark Jr., Billy Strings, Indigo Girls, Lyle Lovett, Brandy Clark, Rufus Wainwright, The Mavericks, Ángela Aguilar, Cam, and more. Hosted by Jared and Genevieve Padalecki, this historic event honors Austin City Limits as an American music institution.
Great Performances: Now Hear This – Experience the beauty of classical music with this four-part series:
• Chopin’s Polish Heart (April 11, 9 PM) – Discover how Chopin’s music reflects his Polish roots.
• Boccherini: Night Music (April 18, 9 PM) – Explore the intimate, expressive compositions of Boccherini.
• Rachmaninoff Reborn (April 25, 9 PM) – A deep dive into Rachmaninoff’s legendary works.
International Jazz Day From Morocco (April 25, 10 PM) – The 13th annual International Jazz Day culminates with an All-Star Global Concert from Tangier’s new Palace of Arts and Culture, hosted by Jeremy Irons. Featuring thrilling performances that blend jazz with global influences, this worldwide celebration highlights thousands of musical events in over 190 countries.
Tune in all month for world-class music on OETA.
Austin City Limits
Great Performances International Jazz Day
Call The Midwife
Marie Antoinette, Season 2
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light
The Paris Murders
Velvet
What to Watch
LIZA: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story
Tuesday, April 1 at 8:00 pm
Take an intimate look at the life of Liza Minnelli, the legendary performer best known for her Oscar-winning role in Cabaret. Following in the footsteps of her mother, Judy Garland, Minnelli overcame hardships and built her own dazzling legacy with the guidance of mentors like Bob Fosse and Halston.
Independent Lens: We Want The Funk
Tuesday, April 8 at 8:00 pm
Syncopated voyage through the history of funk music, spanning from African, soul, and early jazz roots, to its rise into the public consciousness. Featuring James Brown’s dynamism, the extraterrestrial funk of George Clinton’s Parliament Funkadelic, transformed girl group Labelle, and Fela Kuti’s Afrobeat, the story also traces funk’s influences on both new wave and hip-hop.
Sister Boniface Mysteries, Season 2
Saturday, April 12 at 8:00 pm
The investigations of Sister Boniface of St Vincent’s Convent - nun, scooter rider, wine maker and parttime forensic scientist are back with more intriguing cases, clever deductions, and 1960s charm. The crime-solving nun returns to Great Slaughter, using her forensic expertise to assist the police as Sister she uncovers the town’s darkest secrets.
NOVA: Critical Condition: Health In Black America
Wenesday, April 30 at 8:00 pm
This two-hour documentary by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson explores systemic racism in medicine and its biological impact, revealing why Black Americans have long faced disproportionately poor health outcomes, even before COVID-19. Through powerful storytelling, it sheds light on the urgent need for change in healthcare equity.
Premiere Screening and Panel for Back In Time: Alfalfa Bill
Join us for a premiere screening and panel on Back in Time’s latest episode, exploring the life and legacy of William H. “Alfalfa Bill” Murray, one of Oklahoma’s most iconic and controversial political figures.
This episode delves into Murray’s radical leadership, his role in writing Oklahoma’s Constitution, and his lasting influence on the state’s politics. After the screening, a panel of experts will discuss Murray’s career, policies, and complex legacy.
Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: Oklahoma History Center
800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive | Oklahoma City, OK
Admission: Free and open to the public
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Episode premieres April 10th at 7 PM.
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Gallery America Premieres New Episode on Artist Tim Long
Join Gallery America on April 3rd at 7 PM for an inspiring journey into the artistic world of Tim Long, an Oklahoma painter whose work bridges generations through storytelling and history. From his childhood fascination with Native American art to his evolving series honoring Oklahoma musicians, Tim’s work reflects his deep cultural ties and passion for preserving the past.
Discover how his paintings, inspired by old photographs and Oklahoma’s rich landscapes, invite viewers to connect with history in a personal way. Don’t miss this captivating episode celebrating an artist who paints stories beyond the canvas.
Only on OETA!
PRIMETIME
7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00
Call The Midwife, S14 E2*
Wolf Hall: The Mirror And The Light, S2 E3*
Marie Antoinette:
Treacherous Legacy, S2 E3*
The Paris Murders: Storms, S2 E1*
Velvet: The Visitor, S1 E12*
Call The Midwife, S14 E3*
Wolf Hall: The Mirror And The Light, S2 E4*
7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00
7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00
Marie Antoinette: The Pursuit Of Happiness, S2 E4*
The Paris Murders: Storms, S2 E2*
The Paris Murders: Between Two, S2 E8* 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00
Call The Midwife, S14 E4*
Wolf Hall: The Mirror And The Light, S2 E5*
Marie Antoinette: Enemies
Assemble, S2 E5*
The Paris Murders: Predators, S2 E7* 7:00 8:00 9:00
7:00 8:00 9:00 11:00
Antiques Roadshow: Denver Botanical Gardens
Chatfield Farms Hour 3*
Antiques Roadshow: Birmingham, Hour 2
Antiques Roadshow: Maryland Zoo, Hour 1*
Antiques Roadshow: Birmingham, Hour 3
The Corridors Of Power* Midsomer Murders: Who Killed Cock Robin, S4 E1*
Finding Your Roots: Moving On Up*
Epic Train Journeys From Above: The Glacier Express 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:30 11:00
Antiques Roadshow: Maryland Zoo, Hour 2*
Antiques Roadshow: Santa Clara, Hour 1
Water For Life*
History With David Rubenstein*
7:00 8:00 9:30 11:00
Finding Your Roots: Finding My Roots* Independent Lens: We Want The Funk* American Masters: Roberta Flack Death In Paradise, S5 E2
Velvet: Blue Velvet, S1 E13* 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00
Call The Midwife, S14 E5*
Wolf Hall: The Mirror And The Light, S2 E6*
Marie Antoinette: Hated, Humbled, Mortified, S2 E6*
Finding Your Roots: Anchormen Finding Your Roots: Chosen Rick Steves’ Poland* Cure For Hate* Death In Paradise, S5 E3 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00
Finding Your Roots: Out Of The Past Simon Schama: The Holocaust, 80 Years On* Frontline TBA And Knowledge To Keep Us Death In Paradise, S5 E4 7:00 8:00 9:00
Antiques Roadshow: Maryland Zoo, Hour 3*
Antiques Roadshow: Santa Clara, Hour 2
Epic Train Journeys From Above: Copper Canyon Railway, pt 3
American Masters: Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story* Broadway’s Brightest Lights Death In Paradise, S5 E1 29
7:00 8:00 9:00
Finding Your Roots: Forever Young
Pati Jinich Explores Panamericana: Alaska, Wild Harvest, S1 E1*
Independent Lens: Free For All: The Public Library*
This April, OETA presents two powerful Holocaust documentaries that promise to leave a lasting impact. Simon Schama: The Holocaust, 80 Years On airs April 22, delving into Europe’s dark past. The Cure for Hate, airing April 15, follows a former skinhead’s journey of atonement. Don’t miss these poignant reflections.
The Oklahoma News Report* Washington Week With The Atlantic* Firing Line with Margaret Hoover* Austin City Limits: Celebrates 50 Years* Billy Strings At The Ryman Auditorium Wednesday Thursday
Nature: Katavi: Africa’s Fallen Paradise: Sanctuary, pt 1* NOVA: When Whales Could Walk
Midsomer Murders: Electric Vendetta, S4 E2* Death In Paradise, S5 E2
Back In Time* Gallery America
Midsomer Murders: Who Killed Cock Robin, S4 E1* Midsomer Murders: Who Killed Cock Robin, S4 E2*
Death In Paradise, S5 E3
The Oklahoma News Report* Washington Week With The Atlantic* Firing Line With Margaret Hoover* Great Performances: Now Hear This: Chopin’s Polish Heart, pt 1* Great Performances: The Magic Of Nureyev* 7:00 8:00 9:00
Lawrence Welk: Songs Of The Sun, Moon, And Stars Sister Boniface Mysteries: Crimes And Miss Demeanours, S1 E10 OETA Movie Club: It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World 7:00 8:00 9:00
Lawrence Welk: Springtime In The Rockies
Sister Boniface Mysteries: Don’t Try This At Home, S2 E1* OETA Movie Club: The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill But Came Down A Mountain 7:00 8:00 9:00
10:00
NOVA: Secrets Of The Forest* The Future Of Nature: Humans, pt 4*
Finding Your Roots: Anchormen 7:00
7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00
Nature: Penguins: Meet The Family
NOVA: Arctic Sinkholes Changing Planet: River Restoration*
Finding Your Roots: Out Of the Past 7:00
11:00 Nature: Niagara Falls NOVA: Critical Condition: Health In Black America*
Gallery America Back In Time
Midsomer Murders: Dark Autumn, S4 E1*
Midsomer Murders: Dark Autumn, S4 E2* Death In Paradise, S5 E4
9:00 10:00 Back In Time Gallery America
Midsomer Murders: Tainted Fruit, S4 E1* Midsomer Murders: Tainted Fruit, S4 E2* Death In Paradise, S5 E5
The Oklahoma News Report* Washington Week With The Atlantic* Firing Line With Margaret Hoover* Great Performances: Now Hear This: Boccherini: Night Music, pt 2* Great Performances: The Magic Of Spirituals 7:00 8:00 9:00 11:00
Lawrence Welk: Easter
Sister Boniface Mysteries: The Shadow Of Baron Battenburg, S2 E2*
OETA Movie Club: Enchanted April Austin City Limits: Brandi Carlile
The Oklahoma News Report* Washington Week With The Atlantic* Firing Line with Margaret Hoover* Great Performances: Now Hear This: Rachmaninoff Reborn* 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00
Lawrence Welk: Musical History Makers
Sister Boniface Mysteries: The It Girl, S2 E3* OETA Movie Club: The Duchess Austin City Limits: Tanya Tucker/Brittney Spencer
Schedule Subject To Change Denotes Local Programming * Denotes Premiere
Finding Your Roots: Forever Young Father Brown: The Quill Of Osric, S11 E6 Read full program descriptions and keep up to date with any changes at OETA.tv/schedule
Simon Schama: The Holocaust, 80 Years On
What to Watch
Little Bird
Missed it? Catch up now—binge all six episodes with Passport!
In 1968, five-year-old Bezhig Little Bird was taken from Long Pine Reserve, adopted by a Jewish family in Montreal, and renamed Esther Rosenblum. Eighteen years later, she embarks on a journey to reconnect with her past and lost family.
Volunteer Woodworker
Every Wednesday at 7 am & 1 pm beginning on April 16
Volunteer Woodworker takes viewers on a journey through the state while exploring a wide array of woodworking pieces, from exquisite furniture to intricate musical instruments. Throughout the program, Charles actively participates in the creative process, providing step-by-step instructions and showcasing the rich traditions of Tennessee craftsmanship.
Local, USA: Linnentown
Monday, April 28 at 8 pm
Linnentown was a Black community in Athens, Georgia that was destroyed in the 1960s as part of an urban renewal project. The community was located near the University of Georgia campus.
Nature Cat: The Nature-tastic Four Movie!
New Special in April
After coming out victorious against The Soil, Water and Plant Stealers, The Nature-tastic Four feel nature-tastic and ready for a wellearned afternoon of fun and relaxation.
Sunup Osiyo Back In Time History with David Local, USA: Linnentown
Weathering The Future
Independent Lens: Three Chaplains
Nature: Penguins: Meet The Family
of the
Arctic Sinkholes
OETA Producer’s Club Members
The OETA Producer’s Club is an opportunity for OETA members to take their giving to the next level and strengthen the power of public television for all of Oklahoma. By becoming a member of the OETA Producer’s Club, you will increase the impact of your support for OETA’s mission to provide essential educational content and services that inform, inspire, and connect Oklahomans to ideas and information that enrich all our lives.
Visit oeta.tv/producers to enroll and learn more about the OETA Producer’s Club.
Executive Producer Level Members
Marvin and Barbara Jirous - OKC, OK
Olson Family Foundation - Edmond, OK
Producer Level Members
Mary Helen and Gary Buttman Trust - Bartlesville, OK
Tracey And David Eastin - Tulsa, OK
Puterbaugh Foundation - McAlester, OK
Mike Ura - Edmond, OK
Phil & Gayle Anne Roberts - OKC, OK
Director Level Members
Nancy & Jim Yoch - Norman, OK
DeFehr Family Foundation - Weatherford, OK
John & Jane Kenney - OKC, OK
Judy & Tom Kishnero | Zarrow Families Foundation
Dr. George W. Schnetzer & Mary H. Lhevine - Tulsa, OK
Dr. Robert & Sharon Block - Tulsa, OK
Glaudia & Ted Jacobson - Tulsa, OK
Beatrix Barr - Dover, OK
Jeff and Melanie DeFehr - Weatherford, OK
Dr. Andrew and Diana Frost - Norman, OK
Cathy and Steve Herrin - Tulsa, OK
John and Jane Kenney - OKC, OK
Barbara J. Klein - Warr Acres, OK
John and Suzie Liljestrand - OKC, OK
J. Fran Parkhill - Ardmore, OK
Phil and Gayle Anne Roberts - Edmond, OK
Monica Wittrock - Edmond, OK
Star Level Members
Bill and Karen Anderson - Holdenville, OK
Dr. Dewayne Andrews - Edmond, OK
Lona Barrick - Ada, OK
Jennifer and Harold Burkhart - OKC, OK
Mary Culver Carlile, MD - Enid, OK
Kathy Crews - OKC, OK
D.R. Cromer - Tulsa, OK
Melba and William Dagy - Grove, OK
Don and Beverly Davis - Edmond, OK
Nanu and Fred Dorwart - Tulsa, OK
Gay Downing - Bixby, OK
James and Emily Dunagin - OKC, OK
Ken and Mary Ann Fergeson - Altus, OK
Steve Hallgren and Gerry Auel - Stillwater, OK
Richard Hauschild - Edmond, OK
Mark and Mary Jo Fortuna - Edmond, OK
Charles and Sharon Johnson - Edmond, OK
Scott and Karen Love - Bartlesville, OK
Dr. Diana Lovell, President of SWOSU - Weatherford, OK
Jean McLaughlin - OKC, OK
Tony and Marian Moon - Arcadia, OK
Hart and Marty Morris - Coweta, OK
John and Sara Morrison - Norman, OK
Carol Enkoji and Richard Nelson - Ardmore, OK
Carolyn Kornegay and Wallace Owens - Guthrie, OK
John and Marla Palovik - Tulsa, OK
Doris Piatak - Tulsa, OK
Brad and Jean Rickelman - Stillwater, OK
Jo Ellen Rogers - Tahlequah, OK
Pat and Fred Schonwald, Jr. - Nichols Hills, OK
Linda Simonton and Thomas Rueb - Arcadia, OK
Sandra and Clifford Shea - Tulsa, OK
Vicki Lampley-Dallas & Vina Louise Showers - OKC, OK
Dr. Robert and Pamela Spinks - Jones, OK
Becky Engle Terhune - Tulsa, OK
Barbara and John Turner - Tulsa, OK
Forrest W. Underwood - Tulsa, OK
Janie and Richard Westbrook - OKC, OK
Renate and Chuck Wiggin - OKC, OK
Jim and Martha Yeats - Tulsa, OK
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Carl the Collector
Special screening with Expert Talk & Educational Activities
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, join us for a special screening of Carl the Collector, the first cartoon to feature a primary character on the autism spectrum. The show follows Carl and his neurodiverse friends as they navigate their adventures in Fuzzytown.
This family-friendly event, at the NW Library on April 12th from 2:00-3:00 PM, will include fun educational activities for kids while parents enjoy a special talk by Dr. Eko, an integrative ADHD and autism pediatrician who will offer strategies for navigating the world of special needs.
Don’t miss out—mark your calendars now!
Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: Northwest Library | 5600 NW 122nd St | Oklahoma City, OK 73142
Admission: Free and open to the public
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