The Green Green Grass

The inaugural episode in the first instalment of the spin‑off comedy “Keep on Running” introduces Boycie and Marlene, the beloved characters from “Only Fools and Horses”, as they embark on a fresh start in Shropshire. The series stars John Challis and Sue Holderness.

Keep on Running is a television programme presented as an episode of a spin‑off comedy. It is billed as the opening instalment of a new series that branches off from the long‑running sitcom Only Fools and Horses, and it carries the genre label of “episode” in its official description. The story centres on the characters Boycie and Marlene as they embark on a fresh start in the English county of Shropshire. The narrative follows their attempts to settle into a different environment, marking a clear shift from the familiar backdrop of their previous adventures. This relocation forms the core premise of the episode, setting the stage for the couple’s new life. The episode is headlined by John Challis and Sue Holderness, who reprise their roles as Boycie and Marlene respectively. Their performances anchor the programme, providing continuity for fans of the original series while introducing the duo to a new setting. As the inaugural chapter, this first episode establishes the tone and direction for the spin‑off. It introduces viewers to the characters’ altered circumstances and hints at the comedic situations that will arise as they adapt to life in Shropshire, laying the groundwork for subsequent episodes.