Only Fools and Horses

Only Fools and Horses86%

TV 1981-09-08 30m Comedy
★ 8.1 / 10 · 315 votes
Ratings
Combined
85.8 %
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IMDb
9.0 /10
66,690 votes
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87 %
796 votes
TMDB
80 %
315 votes
Metacritic Users
8.1 /10
63 votes

Only Fools and Horses.... Is a British sitcom created and written by John Sullivan. Seven series were originally transmitted on BBC One from 1981 to 1991, with sixteen sporadic Christmas specials aired until 2003. In working-class Peckham in south-east London, ambitious market trader Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter and his younger half-brother Rodney, explore their highs and lows in life, in particular their attempts to get rich. Initially not an immediate hit and receiving little promotion early on, it later achieved consistently high ratings, and the 1996 episode "Time on Our Hands" (originally billed as the series finale) holds the record for the biggest UK audience for a sitcom episode, attracting 24.3 million viewers. The series bears a significant influence on British culture, contributing several words and phrases to the English language.

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Status
Ended
Runtime
30m
Seasons
7
Episodes
45
Studio
BBC
Network
BBC One
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Links
IMDb, TVDB, Wikidata
Created by
John Sullivan
Cast
David Jason David Jason Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter Nicholas Lyndhurst Nicholas Lyndhurst Rodney Trotter Buster Merryfield Buster Merryfield Uncle Albert Trotter Roger Lloyd Pack Roger Lloyd Pack Trigger John Challis John Challis Boycie Lennard Pearce Lennard Pearce Edward 'Grandad' Trotter Kenneth MacDonald Kenneth MacDonald Mike Fisher Sue Holderness Sue Holderness Marlene Boyce Patrick Murray Patrick Murray Mickey Pearce Tessa Peake-Jones Tessa Peake-Jones Raquel Turner Gwyneth Strong Gwyneth Strong Cassandra Trotter (née Parry) Nula Conwell Nula Conwell Maureen
Series 1 1981 · 6 eps
  1. 1 Big Brother Del's confident at last he's on to a winner with Trigger's consignment of Old English vinyl briefcases. How can his brother Rodney even think of abandoning the high-flying world o… Sep 8, 1981 30m
  2. 2 Go West Young Man Rodney’s depressed. His mate Mickey Pearce has moved in on his bird – Monica of the fat thighs – and life isn’t exactly a social whirl. Del has the solution – they’ll all be milli… Sep 15, 1981 31m
  3. 3 Cash and Curry Del's swooping in on the deal of a lifetime - it could keep them in Pilau rice forever. All he has to do is get hold of a poxy statue. Trouble is, he hasn't reckoned on a touch of… Sep 22, 1981 30m
  4. 4 The Second Time Around Del's rekindled passion with old flame Pauline and it looks like wedding bells are in the air again. Rodney's not so thrilled after what happened to her first two husbands... Sep 29, 1981 30m
  5. 5 A Slow Bus to Chingford Del has a dream: The Trotter corporate skyscraper, rising majestically against the Peckham skyline. It's time for the latest moneymaking scam, Trotter's Ethnic Tours. But, why are… Oct 6, 1981 30m
  6. 6 The Russians Are Coming The threat of nuclear war looms over Peckham. What will become of the Nag's Head if the Russians attack? One things guaranteed: the Trotters will be sitting pretty in their DIY sh… Oct 13, 1981 30m
Series 2 1982 · 7 eps
  1. 1 The Long Legs of the Law Streuth! Rodder's besmirching the good reputation of the Trotter family by dating a policewoman... Oct 21, 1982 28m
  2. 2 Ashes to Ashes Del's busy selling Trig's gran's genuine antique urns. Trouble is, one of them is Trig's Grandad's last resting place! Oct 28, 1982 29m
  3. 3 A Losing Streak Del and Boycie are set to play the biggest poker game Peckham's ever seen... But what exactly has Boycie got up his sleeve? Nov 4, 1982 31m
  4. 4 No Greater Love.... Rodney's got himself a bird at last! Unfortunately, she's no spring chicken and her jailbird husband is about to be released... Nov 11, 1982 29m
  5. 5 The Yellow Peril Del's got a job painting a Chinese restaurant - but is he wise to get some help from Rodney 'Leonardo' Trotter? Nov 18, 1982 29m
  6. 6 It Never Rains.... The Trotter family holiday is underway when Grandad runs into a bit of trouble with the Spanish police. Nov 25, 1982 30m
  7. 7 A Touch of Glass Del introduces the Dresden-collecting aristocracy to some North Korean porcelain and his chandelier-cleaning service. Dec 2, 1982 28m
Series 3 1983 · 7 eps
  1. 1 Homesick Del Boy uses Rodney's election as chairman of the local tenants' association to plot a move to ground-floor accommodation. Nov 10, 1983 29m
  2. 2 Healthy Competition Rodney breaks up the Trotter partnership to go it alone - with Mickey Pearce! Does Mickey's trip to the Costas mean that the duo are opening a Spanish branch already? Nov 17, 1983 30m
  3. 3 Friday the 14th The Trotters visit Devon for a weekend's fishing but get involved with an escaped 'psycho' from the local mental hospital. Nov 24, 1983 29m
  4. 4 Yesterday Never Comes Del Boy falls for posh tart Miranda when she comes to view a 'Queen Anne' cabinet, but Miranda is more interested in the painting that the boys' Gran lifted from her art dealer em… Dec 1, 1983 30m
  5. 5 May the Force Be with You D.I. Slater is on the track of a stolen microwave oven and Del Boy is in the frame. Dec 8, 1983 30m
  6. 6 Wanted Rodney is on the run after he is accused of being the 'Peckham Pouncer' - but where is that fragrant smell, wafting through the ventilation ducts of Nelson Mandela House, coming f… Dec 15, 1983 30m
  7. 7 Who's a Pretty Boy? Del Boy arranges for Rodney and Grandad to redecorate Denzil and Corinne's flat. What is Corrinne going to say when she finds out that her canary is brown bread ? Dec 22, 1983 27m
Series 4 1985 · 7 eps
  1. 1 Happy Returns Rodney's in love with Debbie from the newsagents. Could this mean the end of his dirty magazine fetish? Trouble is she's only 19, and 19 1/2 years ago Del was pretty friendly with… Feb 21, 1985 31m
  2. 2 Strained Relations After Grandad's funeral, Delboy & Rodney are surprised to find that his brother, Uncle Albert, has moved in with them - bringing his nautical nightmares. Feb 28, 1985 30m
  3. 3 Hole in One The Trotters are potless, so Uncle Albert comes to the rescue by having an 'accident' with the open cellar door of the Nag's Head. Mar 7, 1985 30m
  4. 4 It's Only Rock and Roll Rodney is the drumless drummer in Mental Micky's band, 'A Bunch Of Wallies'. Del Boy takes on the job of manager, getting them an abortive St. Paddy's night gig at The Shamrock Cl… Mar 14, 1985 29m
  5. 5 Sleeping Dogs Lie Del's on to a great money making scheme - looking after Boycie and Marlene's new puppy Dukie for a steal at £60 a week. Should be a doddle - a bit of the old Pedigree Chum and the… Mar 21, 1985 30m
  6. 6 Watching the Girls Go By Del sets Rodney up with a date, but when she gets to the do at the Nag's Head she makes Rodney wish he hadn't. Mar 28, 1985 29m
  7. 7 As One Door Closes When Del Boy's hooky 'louvry' door deal, financed with Denzil's redundancy money, falls through, the boys attempt to repay him by catching a rare butterfly. Apr 4, 1985 30m
Series 5 1986 · 6 eps
  1. 1 From Prussia with Love When a German damsel turns up in the Nag's Head, she's definitely in distress - and nine months pregnant at that. Rodney's all beer and sympathy, but Del's got an idea - could thi… Aug 31, 1986 30m
  2. 2 The Miracle of Peckham Del Boy gets religion when the Madonna at the local church is seen to shed tears. But why does she only cry when it's raining, and where did that lead in Del's garage come from? Sep 7, 1986 30m
  3. 3 The Longest Night A burglar makes a daring raid on the local supermarket just as Del and family are out buying their weekly French stick. What's worse, Del sold him a duff watch down the local mark… Sep 14, 1986 28m
  4. 4 Tea for Three Del's tampered with the sunbed controls and Rodney's seeing red - literally! His face is done to a turn. He'll hardly wow Trigger's niece, Lisa, with his handsome good looks now, … Sep 21, 1986 31m
  5. 5 Video Nasty Rodney gets a grant from the local college to make a film, but first he must come up with a viable screenplay. Del gets him a secondhand typewriter, and also suggests a storyline … Sep 28, 1986 29m
  6. 6 Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Del Boy gets the chance to make a new start (and to become a millionaire) in Australia - fronting Jumbo Mills's used car business. Oct 5, 1986 30m
Series 6 1989 · 6 eps
  1. 1 Yuppy Love '80s fever is spreading fast! Del Boy's on the up and into the exciting world of red braces and yuppy sorts. Armed with his filofax and briefcase, he's ready to take on the city -… Jan 8, 1989 48m
  2. 2 Danger UXD Just faking a signature on a delivery note means that Del can take possession of 50 dolls for absolutely nothing. The only problem is that 'Lusty Linda' and 'Erotic Estelle' are n… Jan 15, 1989 48m
  3. 3 Chain Gang It's the deal of a lifetime! Faced with the opportunity to buy 250 18 carat gold chains from retired jeweller Arnie, Del can't resist. Hastily a multi-million dollar business cons… Jan 22, 1989 50m
  4. 4 The Unlucky Winner Is... Rodney's won a holiday for three in the Mediterranean, courtesy of Del and the Megaflakes drawing competition. The only snag is he's got to pretend he's 14 years old all week. Sho… Jan 29, 1989 50m
  5. 5 Sickness & Wealth While excruciating stomach cramps and a constant diet of health salts might drive some people to visit the doctor, not our Del! Oh no, he's only suffering from that scourge of all… Feb 5, 1989 57m
  6. 6 Little Problems With his diploma in Computer Science, new job in Cassandra's father's firm and impending marriage, Rodney's certainly on the up. Del's even promised to take care of his share of t… Feb 12, 1989 50m
Series 7 1990 · 6 eps
  1. 1 The Sky's the Limit What can Albert and Del do about Rodney leaving Cassandra and moving back in? Alan suggests that Rodney pick her up when she arrives back from her week in Spain. However, chaos at… Dec 30, 1990 50m
  2. 2 The Chance of a Lunchtime Raquel has an audition for a play, and Del has volunteered to help her rehearse. Rodney and Cassandra meet for supper, each thinking that the other made the first move. Things see… Jan 6, 1991 49m
  3. 3 Stage Fright With Raquel pregnant, Del 'Yuppy' Trotter's plan to achieve millionaire status must move up a gear. So the chance to supply the cabaret at the Starlight Rooms for old 'friend' Eri… Jan 13, 1991 50m
  4. 4 The Class of '62 A class of '62 reunion in the Nag's Head signals Roy Slater's return to Civvy Street after years in the nick. But why has the crooked ex-copper decided to come back to Peckham whe… Jan 20, 1991 49m
  5. 5 He Ain't Heavy, He's My Uncle After a night at the Nag's Head, Uncle Albert comes home beaten up and tells tales of two, three or was it four muggers. But something isn't right and he runs away from home. Fina… Jan 27, 1991 49m
  6. 6 Three Men, a Woman and a Baby Del's about to become a father, but even that can't cheer Rodney up. The Polar Cap is melting, the rainforest is dying, the sea is being poisoned, and he hasn't had 'a bit' for mo… Feb 3, 1991 49m
Specials 1981 · 42 eps
  1. 1 Christmas Crackers It's anthracite roast potatoes and green stuff all round - Grandad's cooking Christmas dinner! Trouble is, Rodney's in danger of dying of boredom. Then the glittering attractions … Dec 28, 1981 30m
  2. 2 Christmas Trees This was a comedy sketch produced for the 1982 Christmas show The Funny Side of Christmas, presented by Frank Muir, which also featured sketches from other comedies. Dec 27, 1982
  3. 3 Diamonds Are for Heather When Del meets a new woman he begins to envisage Christmas with a larger family. Dec 30, 1982
  4. 4 Thicker Than Water A Christmas visitor throws the Trotter household into confusion. Dec 25, 1983
  5. 5 To Hull and Back Just a simple courier job says Boycie but the Trotter's life on the ocean wave doesn't go completely to plan. They run into their old friend Slater 'The Slag' but it isn't all pla… Dec 25, 1985
  6. 6 A Royal Flush When Rodney meets a pretty girl in the market, he fails to realise her connections. But when he is invited to her family home, Del sees his chance of making a buck. Dec 25, 1986 77m
  7. 7 Licensed to Drill Educational episode made in 1984 and only shown in schools/colleges. Del, Rodney and Grandad discuss oil drilling and fossil fuels. Notable as the last appearance of Lennard Pearc… Jul 10, 1984
  8. 8 The Frog's Legacy Del, Rodney and Uncle Albert are at the wedding of Trigger's niece Lisa. There's a spirit of goodwill, that is until Del hears of their mother's buried treasure. Dec 25, 1987 60m
  9. 9 Dates Del and Rodney both go on dates, but with very different results. Albert's strip-o-gram seems oddly familliar. Dec 25, 1988 80m
  10. 10 The Jolly Boys' Outing Del is organising the annual Jolly Boys' Outing to Margate, but Cassandra is not completely at ease with this boys' trip as she and Rodney have just celebrated their first wedding… Dec 25, 1989 85m
  11. 11 Rodney Come Home Del's love life picks up when Raquel moves in. However, Rodney finds marriage is not a bed of roses and Del decides to give him a helping hand whether he likes it or not. Dec 25, 1990
  12. 12 Miami Twice: The American Dream Del and Rodney get the chance to join the glitterati and become 'transatlantic people'. It is time to leave baby Damien Trotter behind and bravely explore the New World. But could… Dec 24, 1991
  13. 13 Miami Twice: Oh to Be in England With Del handling the accommodation and transport for their week's holiday in America, it's not surprising that he and Rodney end up in a dodgy camper-van. But things get even wor… Dec 25, 1991
  14. 14 Mother Nature's Son The Trotter family becomes environmentally aware and uses an unexpected inheritance to enhance its fortunes. Dec 25, 1992
  15. 15 Fatal Extraction While Peckham is in the midst of rioting, Del Boy is having trouble with his teeth and with Raquel. She objects to him spending all night at the One Eleven Club. It is no surprise… Dec 25, 1993
  16. 16 Heroes and Villains Del's application for a home-improvement grant has been turned down by the local council. He's had better starts to the week, but there is some sunshine on the horizon: Mike at th… Dec 25, 1996
  17. 17 Modern Men Del buys a self-help book in an effort to improve his relationship with Raquel. Meanwhile, the Trotters' finances are in trouble. Dec 27, 1996
  18. 18 Time on Our Hands Raquel, recently reconciled with her parents, is worried about inviting them to dinner chez Trotter. What will they make of Nelson Mandela House and a flat full of patio furniture… Dec 29, 1996
  19. 19 If They Could See Us Now The Trotters have lost all their money due to investment in the Central American Markets. Del decides to take part in a game show to try and win some money. Dec 25, 2001
  20. 20 Strangers on the Shore Del Boy and Rodney go on a nostalgic trip to France where they end up bringing back more than the booze they bargained for in the shape of an unwilling illegal immigrant. Dec 25, 2002
  21. 21 Sleepless in Peckham With the bankruptcy court ordering the family home in Nelson Mandela house to be auctioned, the Trotters' financial nightmare is fast approaching meltdown. Dec 25, 2003
  22. 22 Abbey National Advert One of the "Lost Episodes". Filmed and broadcast in 1985, the scene is set in an upper class restaurant and has a rather funny ending! Dec 21, 1985
  23. 23 White Mice A special edition sketch of the BBC sitcom, Only Fools and Horses, first broadcast on 24 December 1985 on BBC Breakfast Time. Dec 24, 1985
  24. 24 Royal Variety Show Del and Rodney along with Albert arrive at Drury Lane London thinking they are delivering dodgy goods to Chunky Lewis a nightclub owner in the West End. Unfortunately they take a … Nov 27, 1988
  25. 25 The Robin Flies At Dawn Del, Rodney and Uncle Albert send a message to the troops. Dec 1, 1990
  26. 26 Comic Relief Special A short scene, based entirely in the flat, featuring a young Damien. The first half features Del and Rodney slipping in references to other TV shows featuring David Jason and Nich… Mar 14, 1997
  27. 27 Britain's Best Sitcom - Only Fools and Horses "'Only Fools' proved that you can set a show in a scruffy, violent working class Peckham Council Estate without getting all Ken Loach about it. It made cockneys out of everyone bo… Feb 28, 2004
  28. 28 Rover Advert Filmed in 1985 and reportedly shown in New Zealand and Australia it features Boycie showing Del the latest available model. Dec 21, 1985
  29. 29 The Story of Only Fools and Horses How did John Sullivan first dream up Del Boy and Rodney Trotter ? Actors David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst team up with the writer to reveal how the enduring sitcom was created. … Dec 20, 2002 77m
  30. 30 Extended Interview with David Jason Extended interview with David Jason who plays the part of Delboy in the BBC Comedy. Apr 7, 2003 26m
  31. 31 Extended Interview with Nicholas Lyndhurst Extended interview with Nicholas Lyndhurst who plays the part of Rodney in the BBC Comedy. Apr 7, 2003 27m
  32. 32 Beckham in Peckham - Sport Relief 2014 Who knew that David Beckham was a personal friend of Delboy? All was revealed when Beckham dropped into Peckham to star in a very special Only Fools and Horses sketch in aid of S… Mar 21, 2014
  33. 33 Gulf War Short
  34. 34 We Love Only Fools and Horses A celebration of the iconic sitcom featuring classic archive material. We meet the insiders to find out exactly why this sitcom is one of the most successful TV shows of all time. Dec 27, 2020
  35. 35 Miami Twice: The Movie From 1998 onwards, the two "Miami Twice" episodes we re-edited into one episode and retitled "Miami Twice: The Movie" for home media releases. Del and Rodney get the chance to jo… Oct 12, 1998 145m
  36. 36 Secrets & Scandals of Only Fools and Horses Revealing the behind-the-scenes stories of how the show was made and became Britain's favourite sitcom, as well as uncovering the secrets behind the hilarious visual gags, lost ep… Jul 22, 2022 45m
  37. 37 A Royal Flush (Writer's Cut) The original episode of "A Royal Flush" was re-cut and a laughter track added. 18 minutes of material was removed and the new edit was overlooked by creater John Sullivan. This cu… Nov 15, 2004 59m
  38. 38 Russell Harty Sketch A combination of script and ad-lib form a short sketch on the 1983 Christmas Special of Russell Harty's show, Harty. At one point David Jason indirectly involves a member of the a… Dec 20, 1983 6m
  39. 39 Greatest Christmas Moments In a new and exclusive interview with acting royalty Sir David Jason, the great Del Boy himself, the actor shares his secrets from the Christmas sets. We learn about the special t… Dec 25, 2023 67m
  40. 40 Only Fools and Horses The Musical - Comic Relief 2019 A special performance from Only Fools and Horses the Musical. The biggest night of live comedy and entertainment kicks off in spectacular style as a host of famous faces bring yo… Mar 15, 2019 6m
  41. 41 Radio Times advert (1985) Del-Boy, Rodney and Uncle Albert are discussing what's on telly at Christmas as they look at the special edition of the Radio Times, of which they don the cover, before addressing… Nov 1, 1985 2m
  42. 42 Only Fools and Footballs With his usual patter, Del-Boy offers words of wisdom and best wishes to the England squad for the UEFA EURO 2020 Championship, while still trying to make a bit of bunce on the si… Jul 7, 2021 2m
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