What series is time on our hands by Only Fools and Horses on?
Christmas trilogy
“Time on Our Hands” is an episode of the BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses. First screened on 29 December 1996, it was the final episode of that year’s Christmas trilogy and the fifteenth Christmas special overall.
Which episode of Only Fools and Horses is most watched?
The 1996 Christmas special pulled in 24.35 million viewers when it debuted on the BBC making it the most watched episode of all time.
Did John Sullivan appear in time on our hands?
John Sullivan: Writer made just one appearance in the series, in Only Fools and Horses: Time on Our Hands (1996), where he can be briefly seen sitting at a table at the beginning of the pub scene.
What is the most watched UK sitcom episode of all time?
Only Fools And Horses!
Only Fools And Horses! The classic 80’s and 90’s sit-com topped the chart of the most watched British TV shows in telly history! The episode that catapulted it to the top of the list is the Christmas special from 1996 which aired on the 29th Dececember.
Which British sitcom has the most watched episode?
Only Fools and Horses
The most watched TV episode in British television history is a 1996 episode of Only Fools and Horses, according to a new chart that spans 80 years. It featured David Jason’s character Derek ‘Del Boy’ Trotter finally becoming a millionaire after selling an antique watch at an auction.
Who was the original choice for Del Boy?
actor Enn Reitel
First choice to play Del Boy was the actor Enn Reitel, but he was tied up with other work. Next to be approached was future Oscar-winner Jim Broadbent, who also turned down the role. With ‘Horses’ ready to roll and no Del in sight, it was all getting a little worrying.
Did Del Boy and Raquel get married?
Despite finding their fortune and then losing it again, the couple never married but they did go to live happily ever after along with their son Damien.
How did Del lose his millions?
Later, Del learns that the Central American stock market has crashed, meaning the Trotters have lost all of their money. The Trotter family escapes from the hotel without paying.
What is the most viewed TV broadcast ever?
Most-watched broadcasts of all time (Total Viewers)
| Rank | Show | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales | 1997 |
| 2 | Wedding of Charles, Prince of Wales, and Lady Diana Spencer | 1981 |
| 3 | 2000 Summer Olympics closing ceremony | 2000 |
| 4 | 2000 Summer Olympics opening ceremony | 2000 |
What was Triggers real name?
Colin Ball
Colin Ball, more commonly known as Trigger (born 22 April 1948), is a fictional character in the BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses and its prequel Rock & Chips.