Step into a world of captivating storytelling, where drama, history and mystery come to life through the lens of strong, leading women this Women’s History Month on Arkansas PBS Passport. Whether you’re drawn to the heartwarming bonds of family and friendship, the intrigue of historical sagas or the thrill of solving a gripping crime, there’s something for everyone.
From the dazzling rise of a trailblazing comedian in “Funny Woman” to the enduring dedication of midwives in “Call the Midwife,” these series celebrate resilience, ambition and the power of strong female leads. Meanwhile, history unfolds in “Marie Antoinette” and “Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light,” offering compelling portrayals of ambition and survival in royal courts. With so many must-watch series available only on Arkansas PBS Passport, now is the perfect time to immerse yourself in unforgettable stories that entertain, inspire and transport you through time.
HOW TO WATCH
Members who contribute a tax-deductible gift of at least $5 per month, or an annual gift of $60 or more, are eligible for Arkansas PBS Passport – an extended, on-demand library of your favorite PBS shows, films and specials.
As a reminder, you can watch anywhere, anytime on myarkansaspbs.org, or by using the PBS app, available on your TV, phone or tablet.
Family and Friendship
“Call the Midwife” – It is the beginning of a new decade in Poplar. Set in 1970, chaos erupts as the Isle of Dogs bid for independence. Amid the turmoil, the midwives work tirelessly to keep Nonnatus House running while addressing complex social and health challenges. Season 14 episodes will be released to Passport ahead of the March 30 broadcast premiere.
"Funny Woman" – It’s the height of the swinging ’60s, and Barbara Parker has just been crowned Miss Blackpool – but she’s certain there must be more to life than being a beauty queen in a seaside town. With the bright lights of London calling, Barbara packs her bags and heads off to the city where she looks to take on the male-dominated world of comedy by storm.
Only on Passport:
"Home Fires on Masterpiece"
"Land Girls"
"Nolly on Masterpiece"
"Ridley Road on Masterpiece"
"The Trouble with Maggie Cole"
Historical
"Marie Antoinette" – Marie Antoinette is just a teenager when she leaves Austria to marry the Dauphin of France. At Versailles, under the complex rules of the French court, she suffers from not being able to live her life the way she wants, under pressure to continue the Bourbon line and secure the Franco-Austrian alliance. Season 2 will be available to binge on demand in Passport on March 23, the night of the premiere.
“Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light” – Wolf Hall, starring Damian Lewis and Mark Rylance, tells the story of Thomas Cromwell, a blacksmith’s son who rises from the ashes and deftly picks his way through King Henry VIII's court. “Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light” will also be available to binge on demand in Passport on March 23, the night of the premiere.
Only on Passport:
"Little Women on Masterpiece"
"The Long Song on Masterpiece"
"The Miniaturist on Masterpiece"
"Sanditon on Masterpiece"
"Victoria on Masterpiece"
Mystery and Crime
"Agatha and the Midnight Murders" – Discover the writer’s plan to sell a manuscript that kills off her famous detective, Hercule Poirot. Struggling with money and under investigation by tax authorities in America and the UK, Agatha (Helen Baxendale) must come up with an enormous sum.
"Annika on Masterpiece" – Annika (Nicola Walker, “Unforgotten”) and her Marine Homicide Unit solve puzzling murders that wash up in Scotland’s waters. Annika shares her wry literary insights on the crimes while raising her teen daughter, Morgan.
"The Marlow Murder Club on Masterpiece" – Join Judith, Suzie and Becks in investigating a brutal murder. Along with Detective Tanika Malik, they must piece together clues, grill suspects and face down real danger as they work against the clock to stop a killer in their tracks.
Only on Passport:
"Agatha and the Curse of Ishtar"
"Agatha and the Truth of Murder"
"Astrid"
"Before We Die"
"D.I. Ray"
"Frankie Drake Murder Mysteries"
"Halifax Retribution"
"Little Bird"
"Magpie Murders on Masterpiece"
"Miss Scarlet on Masterpiece"
"Moonflower Murders on Masterpiece"
"Maryland on Masterpiece"
"Prime Suspect Tennison on Masterpiece"
"Thou Shalt Not Kill"
"The Trouble With Maggie Cole"
"Unforgotten on Masterpiece"
HOW TO WATCH
Members who contribute a tax-deductible gift of at least $5 per month, or an annual gift of $60 or more, are eligible for Arkansas PBS Passport – an extended, on-demand library of your favorite PBS shows, films and specials.
As a reminder, you can watch anywhere, anytime on myarkansaspbs.org, or by using the PBS app, available on your TV, phone or tablet.