What to watch on PBS Wisconsin in June 2026

School’s out for the summer, but the learning never ends with PBS Wisconsin.

Join us live, stream with the free PBS app – now available on LG TVs – or watch on your own schedule with PBS Passport.

An awaited return and final farewell

Sunday, June 14, marks the return of two PBS Wisconsin fan favorites.

Kick off the evening at 7 p.m. with the return of Patience, a mystery-crime series centered on the unlikely partnership between seasoned Detective Inspector Bea Metcalf and Patience Evans, an autistic woman working in the Criminal Records Office.

PBS Passport members can binge the full season beginning May 31.

At 8 p.m., join fellow drama lovers for the premiere of the 11th and final season of Grantchester on Masterpiece. Set during the transformative summer of 1963, Geordie and Alphy face their greatest challenges yet.

Exploring the science of connection

Discover how human connection shapes physical and emotional well-being in Wired for Connection, premiering 10 p.m. Wednesday, June 10. Among the experts featured in the film is Dr. Richard Davidson, founder of the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

A hidden hero of Auschwitz

At 9 p.m. Monday, June 15, The Last Twins tells the story of Holocaust hero Erno “Zvi” Spiegel, who risked everything to save dozens of young twins at Auschwitz from the horrific medical experiments of Dr. Josef Mengele.

Art, identity and innovation

Close out the month with Assembly, premiering 9 p.m. Monday, June 22, on Independent Lens. The documentary follows artist Rashaad Newsome as he prepares an ambitious exhibition blending visual art, performance and artificial intelligence while honoring the global evolution of vogue and Black and queer resistance.

World War II’s greatest secret weapon

They broke codes and split atoms, crossed frontlines, gathered intelligence and rescued children from the Nazis.

Uncover the personal stories of women whose contributions helped shape history in Women of World War II: More Untold Stories, premiering 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 2.

A legendary newspaper publisher

Be inspired by one of the most influential figures in modern American history in Becoming Katharine Graham.

Following a family tragedy, Katharine Graham transformed from a reluctant newspaper owner into a legendary publisher. As President Richard Nixon’s adversary during Watergate, she fought for truth, challenged barriers in a male-dominated industry and became the first female CEO of a Fortune 500 company.

Liberty for all

In 1776, the Founders’ promise that “all men are created equal” remained out of reach for many.

Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War, premiering 8 p.m. Monday, June 29, traces the stories of enslaved and freed Black Americans who fought to define democracy and secure their liberty during the Revolutionary War.

The search for the American dream

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, Amerigo: The Search for the American Dream asks one urgent question: What happened to the American dream?

Filmed across all 50 states over two years, the documentary features unscripted conversations with everyday Americans – including workers, veterans, immigrants, students, entrepreneurs and community leaders – exploring themes of work, housing, healthcare, technology and art. It premieres 9 p.m. Monday, June 29.

Baby brokers

FRONTLINE continues its award-winning investigative reporting with “Baby Brokers,” premiering 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 23.

In collaboration with Retro Report, FRONTLINE investigates how so-called baby brokers have targeted pregnant women and families seeking adoption, with a focus on Utah, considered the epicenter of the issue.

Faraway destinations

Travel to Australia’s remote northwest in The Kimberley: Australia’s Wild West.

Premiering 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, the three-part series explores a region shaped by extreme climate and rugged terrain, where crocodiles rule the rivers and marsupial gliders soar above the savanna. Following a year in the lives of both wildlife and conservationists, the series reveals the hidden wonders of one of the world’s most remarkable ecosystems.