This Month on CPTV
This month we celebrate a variety of milestones and celebrations, including Black History Month . You’ll find an array of our viewers’ favorite shows premiering in February too! New episodes from Masterpiece, Antiques Roadshow, Finding Your Roots, Nature and NOVA are available via our TV and streaming schedules. Several new history and travel specials also are featured, including Black & Jewish America: An Interwoven History, Uncorked Potential, Secrets of the Royal Palaces, Everlasting: Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers and Secrets of the Dead.
Plus, Frontline and Independent Lens offer new insights into the world we live in today; drama lovers have a selection of shows to choose from, including Midsomer Murders, Father Brown and The Brokenwood Mysteries; and movie, music and performance fans will delight in new offerings from the Public Television Feature Film Package and Great Performances. We hope you’ll tune in and enjoy the shows we’ve selected to support, entertain and enlighten our members and viewers.
On CPTV
Miss Scarlet on Masterpiece | Season 6
Sundays at 8 p.m.
Eliza's agency thrives, but with Duke away in New York, she'll face a tough decision. As a new Detective Inspector arrives at Scotland Yard, she must build a relationship with him to access police resources. Can Eliza Scarlet make all of the needed adjustments to make it work?
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All Creatures Great and Small | Season 6
Sundays at 9 p.m.
Follow veterinarian James Herriot at the start of his storied career in rural Yorkshire in the 1930s. This season, Helen struggles when Jenny gets some exciting news. Tristan doubts himself when he tries to fit into Charlotte's world. Elsewhere, Siegfried meets his match in a particularly stubborn goat.
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Bookish
Sundays at 10 p.m.
Post-WWII London is a dangerous place, as Book and his team race to unmask the film-set killer before someone else is left on the cutting room floor -- permanently.
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Seaside Hotel | Season 10
Sundays at 11 p.m.
It's summer and the residents of the hotel are back for more seaside shenanigan, as Seerup works to keep the hotel as it is, and Madsen and Weyse receive an offer from Odegaard Andersen.
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Antiques Roadshow | Season 30
Mondays at 8 p.m.
Tune in for incredible finds from Season 30 of Antiques Roadshow. Discover some stunning treasures in historic Savannah and learn about intriguing Georgia discoveries. Plus, see a bounty of Boothbay booty from the show's first-ever visit to the state of Maine.
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Finding Your Roots | Love & Basketball
Tuesday, February 3 at 8 p.m.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the roots of basketball superstars Brittney Griner and Chris Paul -- revealing that they are not the first extraordinary people in their family trees, while telling stories of courage, talent and grit.
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Uncorked Potential: The Wild Wines of Chile
Monday, February 2 at 9 p.m.
Discover the little-known, off-the-grid wine regions of Chile in a unique and engaging way like you’ve never seen before.
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Frontline | Contaminated: The Carpet Industry’s Toxic Legacy
Tuesday, February 3 at 10 p.m.
Learn how carpet mills contaminated Southern communities with forever chemicals, known as PFAS.
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Nature | Parenthood
Wednesdays at 8 p.m.
Narrated by David Attenborough, this natural history series explores the extraordinary strategies and adaptability that animal parents employ to give their young a head start in life. From the grasslands to the oceans, parenthood is an adventure full of amazingly gripping moments.
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NOVA | Can Dogs Talk?
Wednesday, February 4 at 9 p.m.
Imagine a world where your furry best friend could tell you exactly what they’re thinking. A growing number of dog owners claim this is already happening, thanks to innovative word buttons that seem to unlock a new realm of canine communication. But are these dogs truly understanding what we’re saying -- and talking back?
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Secrets of the Dead | The Quest for Camelot
Wednesday, February 4 at 10 p.m.
Professor Mark Horton seeks to prove Arthurian legends have roots in actual British history and locations, utilizing unseen primary sources and reconsideration of archaeological sites.
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Father Brown | Season 12
Thursdays at 9 p.m.
Father Brown returns for a new season of shows, exploring his many years spent hearing his parishioners' confessions, which have given him an uncanny insight into the origins of evil and the workings of the criminal mind. Based on the short stories by G K Chesterton, the show follows the kindly cleric as he solves crimes in his quintessentially English community. Father Brown discovers the truth of a crime by looking into the truth of the soul -- the passions, dark secrets, hidden desires. But the stories are not concerned with judgement -- Father Brown is more interested in saving souls than in bringing the guilty to justice.
The Brokenwood Mysteries | Season 5
Thursdays at 10 p.m.
With the assistance of Detective Kristin Sims, Detective Inspector Mike Shepherd investigates a wide range of murder mysteries in Brokenwood, a small town in the countryside of New Zealand.
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Midsomer Murders | Season 24
Fridays at 8 p.m.
In a new season of murder mysteries, the town of Causton's detective chief investigator and his detective sergeant find themselves investigating the scandals and deadly deeds that lurk just beneath the well-manicured surface of the county of Midsomer.
Secrets of the Royal Palaces | Osborne House
Saturday, February 7 at 8 p.m.
Discover what led Queen Victoria and Prince Albert to purchase Osborne House in 1840 and make it their perfect hideaway.
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Safe Harbors: Lighthouses of Maine
Monday, February 9 at 10 p.m.
Go on an adventure, navigating 3,500 miles of rocky coastline from Calais to Kittery and everywhere in between in search of Maine's iconic beacons. It's the first time in more than 30 years that all of Maine's 65 coastal lighthouses have been captured through aerial footage.
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Independent Lens: The Librarians
Monday, February 9 at 11 p.m.
When Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context, “The Librarians” explores the broader implications for education and public life.
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Finding Your Roots | Westward Bound
Tuesday, February 10 at 8 p.m.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family trees of talk show host Sara Haines and playwright Tracy Letts -- traveling from frontier towns in the American west to surprising places in the east, revealing the complexity at our nation's core.
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NOVA | Mammal Origins
Wednesday, February 11 at 9 p.m.
Uncover the surprising ancient origins of mammals, a story that began long before the dinosaurs' reign. Surveying Earth's tumultuous past reveals how some of our earliest ancestors, the therapsids -- creatures that looked like reptiles but were starting to develop mammalian traits -- survived multiple global catastrophes. Through remarkable adaptations like burrowing and the emergence of warm-bloodedness, they forged a lineage that persevered against all odds. Fascinating fossil clues and cutting-edge science reveal how a small, resilient group of therapsids faced extinction events, outlived giants and ultimately gave rise to the diverse world of mammals we know today, including humans.
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Secrets of the Royal Palaces | Kensington Palace
Saturday, February 14 at 8 p.m.
Find out the details of how Nottingham House was renovated by William III and turned into Kensington Palace.
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Finding Your Roots | Family Harmonies
Tuesday, February 17 at 8 p.m.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the family trees of two celebrated musicians: Lizzo and Flea -- traveling across Europe, Australia and the American South to uncover long lost stories of the ancestors who inspired their work.
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Secrets of the Royal Palaces | Love and Marriage
Saturday, February 21 at 8 p.m.
How the "Squidgygate" phone recording of Princess Diana at Sandringham Palace with James Gilbey in 1992, and the ensuing mystery around who was really behind the phone call leak are explored.
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Great Performances | Movies for Grownups Awards with AARP 2026
Sunday, February 22 at 8 p.m.
Honor some of 2025's best films for grownups, by grownups, in a star-studded ceremony hosted by Tony and Emmy winner Alan Cumming. Adam Sandler receives the Career Achievement Award.
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Stepping Into the Shade
Monday, February 23 at 10 p.m.
Explore the history of tobacco farming in Connecticut and the stories of the diverse people who toiled in the soil. This cash crop not only brought economic growth to the state, it also brought culture through the people who came to work on the farms and stayed to set up diverse communities.
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Independent Lens | The Inquisitor
Monday, February 23 at 11 p.m.
Barbara Jordan's rise from Texas congresswoman to national icon is traced, highlighting her powerful voice, integrity and influence on U.S. politics -- while revealing the private struggles behind her public strength.
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Finding Your Roots | Artistic Roots
Tuesday, February 24 at 8 p.m.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of director Spike Lee and actor Kristin Chenoweth. Moving across Europe and the American South, Gates introduces his guests to ancestors who used their creativity to build a future for their families.
2026 State of the Union Address: A PBS News Special
Tuesday, February 24 at 9 p.m.
The live coverage of the 2026 State of the Union Address includes the president's speech, the Democratic response and analysis from the PBS News team.
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NOVA | Stone Age Temple Mystery
Wednesday, February 25 at 9 p.m.
On a remote hillside in modern-day Turkey sits Gpbekli Tepe, the oldest temple on Earth. For centuries, archaeologists believed it was a religious center built by nomadic hunter-gatherers before the rise of civilization. But groundbreaking new evidence reveals that a sophisticated community of settled hunter-gatherers, not nomads, lived here year-round for centuries. This startling discovery could be the missing link in humanity's momentous transition from hunting to farming. Follow experts as they use new digs and shattered skulls to piece together a captivating story that could forever change the understanding of the roots of civilization.
Celtic Woman 20th Anniversary Concert
Saturday, February 28 at 8 p.m.
Celebrate 20 years of spectacular Irish music with a new concert filmed at the Helix in Dublin. With fan favorites, new arrangements and stirring originals, this emotional evening features a stellar lineup of eight world-class Celtic Women.
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Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show
Saturday, February 28 at 10 p.m.
Celebrate the energy and passion of Irish music and dance in this new cinematic experience and reinvention of the groundbreaking show.
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Black History Month
Everlasting: Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers
Monday, February 2 at 10 p.m. and 11 p.m.
The life, work and impact of one of Mississippi's most courageous voices, who was assassinated outside his home in 1963, is told. Originally from Decatur, Mississippi, Medgar Evers played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement as the state's first field secretary for the NAACP. He organized voter registration drives, investigated acts of racial violence and advocated for the desegregation of public institutions. The film traces both Evers' personal and professional journey, offering insight into his leadership, the dangers he faced and the lasting impact of his work -- and his death -- on his family and the nation.
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Black & Jewish America: An Interwoven History
Tuesdays at 9 p.m.
From acclaimed scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr, explore the complex relationship between Black Americans and Jewish Americans -- forged through shared struggles against racism and antisemitism in this four-part series.
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North to New York: The Great Migration in NY's Capital Region
Tuesday, February 10 at 11:30 p.m.
Each September, the Capital Region of New York celebrates Mississippi Day, commemorating the roots of a community born from the migration of African Americans from the small town of Shubuta, Mississippi, to Albany, New York, and surrounding areas. A companion piece to Henry Louis Gates Jr.'s original documentary series “Great Migrations: A People on the Move”, this half-hour film focuses on the history and legacy of those who left all they knew behind to make the Capital Region home.
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Becoming Frederick Douglass
Monday, February 16 at 10 p.m.
Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the most influential voices for democracy in American history. Oscar nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson explores the role Douglass played in securing the right to freedom for African Americans.
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Harriet Tubman: From the Railroad to a Spy
Monday, February 16 at 11 p.m.
A documentary that tells the complete story of Harriet Tubman. Journey through the events and details of her incredible life story that are seldom told, from the underground railroad to her work as a Union Army scout and spy in military campaigns.
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House on Jonathan Street
Tuesday, February 17 at 11 p.m.
The accidental discovery of the significant history of a modest dwelling on a traditionally African American street in Hagerstown, Maryland is used to trace the roots of middle America's racial, economic and social interactions. Through the lens of this house, the rise and fall of the African American community in small rust belt towns and cities across America is told. And how its discovery, renovation and renewal may portend a change in the fortunes of the street and the larger community.
Allergic to Failure: The Robert Covington Story
Tuesday, February 24 at 11 p.m.
The powerful story of former NBA player Robert Covington, who, rooted in grit, faith, and self-belief, defied the odds by transitioning from HBCU student to a decade-long career in the highest level of professional basketball. Finding his footing at Tennessee State University, he discovered not just his basketball potential but embraced the excellence and rich legacy of HBCUs.
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