Only Fools and Horses

A retired jeweller approaches Del‑Boy and offers him a deal of a lifetime, promising valuable merchandise. Moments later he suffers a sudden heart attack, is rushed to hospital, and the briefcase containing the merchandise still stays with him entirely throughout.

Chain Gang is a television programme formatted as a single episode. It follows the conventions of a scripted drama, presenting a self‑contained story within its runtime. The show centres on a handful of characters whose interactions drive the narrative forward, offering viewers a snapshot of a particular situation. The narrative unfolds within a concise timeframe, typical of the series' structure. In this installment, a retired jeweller approaches Del‑Boy with what he describes as the deal of a lifetime. The offer is presented as an exceptional opportunity, implying a significant gain for Del‑Boy should he accept. The jeweller's proposal forms the central premise of the episode, setting the stage for the events that follow. Both parties appear eager, highlighting the potential significance of the agreement. Without warning, the jeweller suffers a heart attack. The sudden medical emergency forces him to be rushed to hospital. His condition necessitates immediate attention, interrupting the negotiation and shifting the focus from the business proposition to his health crisis. Paramedics attend to him swiftly, underscoring the seriousness of the episode's turning point. Despite the emergency, the jeweller's briefcase, which contains the merchandise linked to the proposed deal, remains untouched as he is taken away. The presence of the goods in the briefcase underscores that the transaction has not been completed, leaving the opportunity in limbo as the episode concludes. The unresolved nature of the briefcase's contents adds a lingering question for the audience.