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Only Fools And Horses.... Apr 2026

Initially featuring Grandad (Lennard Pearce), the show introduced the seafaring Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield) in 1985 following Pearce’s death.

The charismatic, eternally optimistic wheeler-dealer known for his questionable French phrases ("mange tout!") and unwavering belief that "this time next year, we'll be millionaires". Only Fools and Horses....

The world is rounded out by iconic supporting characters like the dim-witted road sweeper Trigger , shifty car dealer Boycie , and later, the brothers' long-term partners Raquel and Cassandra . Cultural Impact and Records Cultural Impact and Records Del’s younger, more principled

Del’s younger, more principled brother who often serves as the "plonker" or reluctant sidekick in Del’s schemes. Core Cast and Characters The show grew from

(1981–2003) is widely regarded as one of the greatest British sitcoms ever made, centering on the lives of market trader Derek "Del Boy" Trotter and his younger brother Rodney in Peckham, South London. Created and written entirely by John Sullivan , the series follows their perpetual, often ill-fated "get-rich-quick" schemes as they strive to become millionaires while navigating working-class life. Core Cast and Characters

The show grew from modest early ratings to become a national institution.