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Regularly touted as one of the best British sitcoms ever, Only Fools and Horses kicked off in 1981 when mobile phones were the size of bricks and wine bars were the ultimate places to hang out in. The formula was simple enough: Cockney wideboy Derek Trotter (brilliantly played by David Jason) dreams of better things for himself while sharing a cramped council flat in the nicely named Peckham tower block Nelson Mandela House with his unworldly brother Rodney and his sweet but doddery old granddad. Trouble is, Del's endless money-making schemes (such as his attempt to flog a consignment of one-legged turkeys, or his plan to sell bottled tap water) inevitably backfire, like the knackered old Robin Reliant van he uses to cart around all this faulty gear. Created by John Sullivan, who also sings the very catchy theme tune, Only Fools and Horses is a wonderful mix of dodgy but loveable characters (such as Del Boy's dimwit friend Trigger), knockabout slapstick (no-one falls down with as much comedic grace as Jason) and brilliantly crafted dialogue. Sadly, Leonard Pierce who played Granddad died in 1983; but his armchair in the Trotter household was filled in 1985 by Buster Merryfield as Uncle Albert (an old merchant seaman who bores Del and Rodney with tales of his war days). The show ran to seven series and ended with characteristic warmth in 1991, when Del Boy became a father; but the Trotters made occasional returns to the small screens with six hugely popular one-off Christmas specials. As Del Boy himself might say: "Lovely jubbly". --Edward Lawrenson
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125 of 125 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I had some doubts about purchasing the DVD's because there are so many negative comments about the series being ruined with vast quantities of cuts in the episodes.
Hopefully I can put some potential buyers minds at rest with the following!
Series One is identical to my BBC VHS Release from the 1990's - the only cut being the removal of Pink Floyd to the music in the episode "Cash and Curry" and the theme/titles changed to the well known version from Series 2-7.
I think its fair to say this does not "ruin" the Series :)
The DVD transfer seems ok - the picture quality is not outstanding but I really did not buy it to examine the pixels...
Hopefully I can put some potential buyers minds at rest with the following!
Series One is identical to my BBC VHS Release from the 1990's - the only cut being the removal of Pink Floyd to the music in the episode "Cash and Curry" and the theme/titles changed to the well known version from Series 2-7.
I think its fair to say this does not "ruin" the Series :)
The DVD transfer seems ok - the picture quality is not outstanding but I really did not buy it to examine the pixels...
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Fans of Britian's best loved and long running sitcom, "Only Fools And Horses" can rejoice!
Here you have all your favorite, hilarious episodes from series one of Only Fools in crystal clear quality. This is a DVD of which you'll find yourself playing over and over again, enjoying the outrageous and hilarious antics of Del Boy, Rodney and Granddad!
When you look at these classic episodes, it's little wonder as to why this show became so popular! The storylines are excellent, the acting is believable and praise-worthy and when it comes to laughs, this laugh out loud gem of a comedy show is second to none!
If you love the show, you'll love this collection. Just sit back, relax and enjoy!
I hope that you found this review helpful!
Here you have all your favorite, hilarious episodes from series one of Only Fools in crystal clear quality. This is a DVD of which you'll find yourself playing over and over again, enjoying the outrageous and hilarious antics of Del Boy, Rodney and Granddad!
When you look at these classic episodes, it's little wonder as to why this show became so popular! The storylines are excellent, the acting is believable and praise-worthy and when it comes to laughs, this laugh out loud gem of a comedy show is second to none!
If you love the show, you'll love this collection. Just sit back, relax and enjoy!
I hope that you found this review helpful!
30 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This whole series of Only Fools and Horses is an excellent example of British Comedy at its best. Parents out there can let their children watch it without fear of any 'bad' scenes or distasteful language.
The Series 1 was aired on TV long before my sixteen year old son was born and he watches this and the other series constantly. There is continuous laughter coming from his room and it is good to see him and his siblings enjoy something that doesn't contain gratuitous sex and bad language.
I recommend this to everyone both young and old.
The Series 1 was aired on TV long before my sixteen year old son was born and he watches this and the other series constantly. There is continuous laughter coming from his room and it is good to see him and his siblings enjoy something that doesn't contain gratuitous sex and bad language.
I recommend this to everyone both young and old.
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Great!!
A great buy. Bought this for my fella and he was over the moon with it. And for the price it was well worth it.
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Mum said on her deathbed.
Every series is great every story is funny and the actors are incredible the only problem is that due to something said in the product description I got the wrong idea and tout it... Read more
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ABSOLUTELY FAB, ONE OF THE BEST THINGS EVER TO COME OUT OF THE BBC!!!!
CAN WATCH IT TIME AND TIME AGAIN.
CAN WATCH IT TIME AND TIME AGAIN.
Published 1 month ago by gw1970
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i am really happy with this boxset of the whole series, the price was ideal for me and he design of the box is great too, a must have for all fans of the hit show, 10/10
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This is SOLEY with regard to the Box Set 1-7.
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Published 3 months ago by moviewise1
I can't catch the humor...
I never saw this series on tv. But I bought this dvd and thought to myself, what can I do wrong? It's a BBC-Production and it have so many very good reviews. Read more
Published 3 months ago by CF
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Hard to believe that this classic comedy is 30 years old now and when it was first shown it was very nearly cancelled after just 2 series and considered a flop untill it started... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. R. W. Graham
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this is a must have collection, I bought this for my son as he absolutely loves this series makes him laugh so much
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Only fools and horses is one of my favourite comedies. Great to watch them all again. Just wish there were some behind the scenes extras or interviews with the cast
Published 4 months ago by Ms. E. L. Weavers
Lovely Jubbly!
You can't go wrong with this dvd. It's so comical and entertaining. I've watched these episodes before and they're still as funny now as they were then. A timeless classic. Read more
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