Who wrote the theme song for Only Fools and Horses?
John Sullivan
Ronnie Hazlehurst
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Who was originally meant to Playa Del Boy?
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.
Who sang hooky street?
For some reason I always used to imagine it was ‘Rodder’s’ or rather actor Nicholas Lyndhurst who sang Hooky Street as it sounded just like him, but it was in fact John Sullivan who wrote both theme tunes.
Did Nicholas Lyndhurst sing the theme tune?
The original theme music is still used in the first episode during a montage in which Del unsuccessfully conducts business throughout Peckham whilst trying to sell stolen breifcases. Both songs are performed by Sullivan, and not – as is sometimes thought – by Nicholas Lyndhurst.
How old is Del Boy now?
The acting legend last starred as Del Boy in 2003, but the 81-year-old still feels he has unfinished business with the wheeler-dealer and fancies a final turn as the infamous Derek Trotter, reports The Mirror . He said: “I’ve always loved Del Boy, who is such a wonderful loser.
Who was first choice for Derek Trotter?
He would have become the head of the Trotter clan if series producer Ray Butt had got his way before filming started 40 years ago in 1981. Enn Reitel was the first choice to play Del Boy back in 1981.
Who sang the theme tune to Green Green Grass?
| The Green Green Grass | |
|---|---|
| Opening theme | “The Green Green Grass” |
| Composer | Graham Jarvis |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Original language | English |
Did Chas and Dave sing Only Fools and Horses?
Despite the creation of a new theme tune, the original one remained in occasional use. Chas & Dave did later contribute to the show, performing the closing credits song for the 1989 episode “The Jolly Boys’ Outing”. Both songs are performed by Sullivan himself, and not – as is sometimes thought – by Nicholas Lyndhurst.