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The complete first series of one of the most successful BBC comedies ever made. See where it all started for Del Boy, Rodney and Grandad in these seven episodes: 1. Big Brother Tuesday 8th September 1981 After flogging one legged turkeys from the back of a three wheeled van, Del’s confident at last he’s onto a winner with Trigger’s consignment of Old English vinyl briefcases. How can his brother Rodney even think of abandoning the high flying world of trading for a real job? 2. Go West Young Man Tuesday 15th September 1981 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 millionaires in a year - cue his smooth friend Boycie and a very dodgy deal... 3. Cash And Curry Tuesday 22nd September 1981 Del’s swooping in on the deal of a life time - it could keep them all in pilau rice forever. All he has to do is get hold of a poxy statue... The trouble is, he hasn’t reckoned on a touch of gang warfare! 4. The Second Time Around Tuesday 29th September 1981 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... 5. A Slow Bus To Chingford Tuesday 6th October 1981 Del has a dream: The Trotter corporate skyscraper, rising majestically against the Peckham skyline. It’s time for the latest money making scam, Trotter Ethnic Tours... 6. The Russians Are Coming Tuesday 13th October 1981 The threat of nuclear war looms over Peckham. What will become of The Nag’s Head if the Russians attack? One thing’s guaranteed, the Trotters will be sitting pretty in their DIY shelter... Christmas Special: Christmas Crackers Monday 28th December 1981 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 of the Monte Carlo club beckon...
