Young SheldonIt all started with a big bang—or rather, in East Texas.
The early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper, later seen in The Big Bang Theory.
WritersYael Glouberman, Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady
Pilot
Sep 25, 2017
9-year-old Sheldon Cooper is a once-in-a-generation mind capable of advanced mathematics and science but learns that isn’t always helpful growing up in East Texas, a land where church and football are king.
Rockets, Communists, and the Dewey Decimal System
Nov 2, 2017
To appease his worried mother, Sheldon employs the techniques of a self-help book to try and make a friend.
Poker, Faith, and Eggs
Nov 9, 2017
When George Sr. is rushed to the emergency room, Connie comes to babysit, and the kids have an adventure getting to the hospital on their own.
A Therapist, a Comic Book, and a Breakfast Sausage
Nov 16, 2017
After choking on a breakfast sausage, Sheldon wrestles with his fear of solid foods and discovers comic books for the first time.
A Solar Calculator, a Game Ball, and a Cheerleader's Bosom
Nov 23, 2017
Sheldon struggles with newfound popularity after utilizing statistics to help the football team.
A Patch, a Modem, and a Zantac
Nov 30, 2017
When a NASA representative visits Sheldon’s school and dismisses his science, Sheldon is set on a mission to prove him wrong.
A Brisket, Voodoo, and Cannonball Run
Dec 7, 2017
The kids brainstorm ways to resolve a family feud when Connie refuses to give George Sr. her brisket recipe.
Cape Canaveral, Schrödinger's Cat, and Cyndi Lauper's Hair
Dec 14, 2017
While Mary, Connie and Missy have their girls night at the salon, the three Cooper men plan their road trip to see the space launcher, but it doesn't go as well as they plan.
Spock, Kirk, and Testicular Hernia
Dec 21, 2017
George Sr. strikes a deal with Sheldon to tutor Georgie when poor grades threaten to keep him from playing football. While Sheldon's tutoring attempts are ultimately unsuccessful, he does learn some skills from his brother.
An Eagle Feather, a String Bean, and an Eskimo
Jan 4, 2018
When Sheldon moves to Dallas to attend a school for gifted children, the family struggles to cope with his absence.
Demons, Sunday School, and Prime Numbers
Jan 11, 2018
A worried Mary sends Sheldon to Sunday school after she finds him playing Dungeons and Dragons with his friends, Tam and Billy.
A Computer, a Plastic Pony, and a Case of Beer
Jan 18, 2018
Sheldon asks for a computer and unknowingly sparks a heated argument between Mary and George Sr. over the family’s finances.
A Sneeze, Detention, and Sissy Spacek
Feb 1, 2018
When flu season hits Medford, Sheldon takes extreme measures to remain healthy.
Potato Salad, a Broomstick, and Dad's Whiskey
Mar 1, 2018
When Mary takes a job as church secretary, she finds herself becoming Pastor Jeff's marriage counselor. Also, Sheldon and Missy spend their first afternoon home alone.
Dolomite, Apple Slices, and a Mystery Woman
Mar 8, 2018
Sheldon makes friends with an upperclassman who introduces him to a new field of science. Also, Mary and George disagree on how to handle Sheldon's blossoming social life.
Killer Asteroids, Oklahoma, and a Frizzy Hair Machine
Mar 29, 2018
A disappointing loss at the science fair sends Sheldon’s life in a new direction.
Jiu-Jitsu, Bubble Wrap, and Yoo-hoo
Apr 5, 2018
Sheldon is bullied by an unlikely character, and Mary and George disagree on how to handle the situation.
A Mother, A Child, and a Blue Man's Backside
Apr 12, 2018
Mary bans Sheldon from reading a mature comic book. Sheldon decides it's time to stop living under Mary's thumb.
Gluons, Guacamole, and the Color Purple
Apr 19, 2018
When Sheldon is no longer academically challenged at Medford High, he audits a college class taught by Dr. John Sturgis.
A Dog, a Squirrel, and a Fish Named Fish
Apr 26, 2018
A battle erupts between the Coopers and Sparks when the Sparks' new dog terrorizes Sheldon.
Summer Sausage, a Pocket Poncho, and Tony Danza
May 3, 2018
While Sheldon is busy keeping tabs on Connie’s budding relationship with Dr. Sturgis, George Sr. and Mary attempt to bond with their other children.
Vanilla Ice Cream, Gentleman Callers, and a Dinette Set
May 10, 2018
When Connie is pursued by two gentlemen callers, Sheldon interferes, forcing her to set some ground rules.
drystyx
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If you've seen the Wonder Years, you can pretty well equate this show with that one in many ways. Of course, in this case, the series is about the younger years of the "funniest" character in another TV show (Big Bang Theory). Sheldon, I dare say, is the one that cracks most people up in the Big Bang Theory. This show taps into his young life as a child genius who lives in his own little world. However, the production team realized early on that they needed to be multi dimensional about this. I think it is safe to say they got some inspiration from "The Wonder Years" in the way they didn't revolve the show totally around young Sheldon. Other characters show their nuances and get a chance to be "clowns" for a day. Which is the charm of this show, much as it was for Wonder Years.
