How many seasons and episodes does Only Fools and Horses have?

Only Fools and Horses has 7 seasons and 45 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 8, 1981 to February 3, 1991.

Is Only Fools and Horses renewed, ended, or canceled?

Only Fools and Horses has concluded its run and is officially ended.

How long does it take to binge watch Only Fools and Horses?

It takes 16h 31m (991 minutes) to watch the complete run of Only Fools and Horses. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 9 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 16.5-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.3 hours of viewing each day.

Where can you stream or watch Only Fools and Horses?

Only Fools and Horses is available for streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.

What is the official age rating for Only Fools and Horses?

Only Fools and Horses has an official content rating of Not Rated.

Who are the lead actors in Only Fools and Horses?

The primary ensemble cast includes David Jason as Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter (age 86), Nicholas Lyndhurst as Rodney Trotter (age 65), Buster Merryfield as Uncle Albert Trotter (age 105), Roger Lloyd Pack as Trigger (age 69 (deceased)).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Only Fools and Horses?

1981 · 5 Seasons · 33 Episodes · Total Runtime: 16h 31m (991 mins)

Total Watch Time

16h 31m

991 minutes of non-stop content across all 33 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Intense Weekend Marathon

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 16.5-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.3 hours of viewing each day.

Average Episode Length

30 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

9 days

Finish by approximately Oct 5, 2026 if starting today.

Viewing Pace & Completion Dates

Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (September 26, 2026):

Casual (1 hr/day)

17 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 13, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

9 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 5, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

5 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 1, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

3 days

Estimated completion:
Sep 29, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:

1.00× (Normal): 16h 31m 1.25× Speed: 13h 13m (saves 3.3h) 1.50× Speed: 11h 1m (saves 5.5h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1	6 episodes	3h 1m (181 mins)	30 mins/ep	18.3%
Season 2 Longest Season	7 episodes	3h 30m (210 mins)	30 mins/ep	21.2%
Season 3	7 episodes	3h 30m (210 mins)	30 mins/ep	21.2%
Season 4	7 episodes	3h 30m (210 mins)	30 mins/ep	21.2%
Season 5 Shortest Season	6 episodes	3h 0m (180 mins)	30 mins/ep	18.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Only Fools and Horses

Can I binge-watch Only Fools and Horses in a single weekend?

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 16.5-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.3 hours of viewing each day. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Only Fools and Horses contains 16h 31m of episodes.

How long does it take to watch all seasons of Only Fools and Horses at 2 hours a day?

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 9 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Oct 5, 2026.

Which season of Only Fools and Horses is the longest?

Season 2 is the longest season with a total runtime of 3h 30m across 7 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Only Fools and Horses?

The series consists of 33 episodes across 5 seasons, totaling 16h 31m (991 minutes) of screen time.