Actors In Only Fools And Horses

Alright, gather 'round, 'cause I've got a tale to tell about a bunch of blokes who've been making us laugh since the '80s. I'm talking about the chaps behind Only Fools and Horses. Now, I'm not one to blow my own trumpet, but I reckon I know a thing or two about these fellas. So, grab a cuppa, get comfy, and let's dive in.

Meet the Boys from the Trotters' Nest

First up, we've got Del Boy, the master of the dodgy deal and the king of the catchphrases. Played by the one and only David Jason, Del's been trying to make a million since the show started in '81. And let me tell you, he's had more ups and downs than a rollercoaster at Blackpool.

Then there's his brother, Rodney. Played by Nicholas Lyndhurst, Rodney's the voice of reason in the family. Well, as much reason as you can expect from a Trotter. He's the one who's always trying to steer Del away from his latest get-rich-quick scheme.

And we can't forget Uncle Albert. Played by the late, great Buster Merryfield, Albert's always ready with a war story or two. Or three. Or four. He might not be the sharpest tool in the shed, but he's got a heart of gold.

Surprising Facts: They're Not All Related!

Now, you might think these lot are all related in real life, what with the family vibes they've got going on. But you'd be wrong! David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst aren't actually brothers. Shocking, I know. They've just got that sibling banter down to a tee.

And get this, Buster Merryfield wasn't even the first choice for Uncle Albert. The part was originally offered to Warren Mitchell, who played Alf Garnett in 'Til Death Us Do Part. But Buster got the gig in the end, and boy, are we glad he did.

Catchphrases Galore

Now, let's talk catchphrases. Only Fools and Horses has got more than a fair share of them. Del's "Lovely jubbly!" and "You know it makes sense" are up there with the best of them. But did you know that David Jason wasn't keen on saying "You know it makes sense" at first?

He thought it was a bit too cheesy. But the writers insisted, and thank goodness they did. It's become one of the most iconic catchphrases in TV history. And let's not forget Rodney's "Roads? Where we're going, we don't need roads." A classic line from the episode where Del thinks he's invented a hover car.

The Show That Keeps on Giving

Only Fools and Horses might have finished airing new episodes back in 1991, but it's still going strong today. You can catch repeats on the telly all the time, and the Christmas specials are a must-watch every year.

And did you know that the show's theme tune, "The Frog Chorus" by Paul McCartney, was a number one hit in the UK? That's right, folks. Only Fools and Horses has even topped the charts!

So there you have it, a whirlwind tour of the world of Only Fools and Horses. I hope you've enjoyed this little jaunt down memory lane. Now, who's ready for another cuppa?