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Young Sheldon

  • TV Series
  • 2017–2024
  • TV-PG
  • 30m
IMDb RATING
7.7/10
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Annie Potts, Lance Barber, Zoe Perry, Raegan Revord, Montana Jordan, and Iain Armitage in Young Sheldon (2017)
Head back to East Texas and witness the early years of child genius Sheldon from "The Big Bang Theory."
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Coming-of-AgeSitcomComedy

Meet a child genius named Sheldon Cooper (already seen as an adult in The Big Bang Theory (2007)) and his family. Some unique challenges face Sheldon, who is socially impaired.Meet a child genius named Sheldon Cooper (already seen as an adult in The Big Bang Theory (2007)) and his family. Some unique challenges face Sheldon, who is socially impaired.Meet a child genius named Sheldon Cooper (already seen as an adult in The Big Bang Theory (2007)) and his family. Some unique challenges face Sheldon, who is socially impaired.

  • Creators
    • Chuck Lorre
    • Steven Molaro
  • Stars
    • Iain Armitage
    • Zoe Perry
    • Lance Barber
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.7/10
    133K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    114
    3
    • Creators
      • Chuck Lorre
      • Steven Molaro
    • Stars
      • Iain Armitage
      • Zoe Perry
      • Lance Barber
    • 638User reviews
    • 34Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 9 wins & 34 nominations total

    Episodes141

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    Young Sheldon: Meemaw Meets Dr. John Sturgis
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    Young Sheldon: George Is Proud Sheldon Gets In Trouble With A Girl
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    Young Sheldon: George Sr. Had A Heart Attack
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    Young Sheldon: Sheldon's Election Speech
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    Young Sheldon: Sheldon And Dr. Sturgis Fight At Dinner

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    Iain Armitage
    Iain Armitage
    • Sheldon Cooper
    • 2017–2024
    Zoe Perry
    Zoe Perry
    • Mary Cooper
    • 2017–2024
    Lance Barber
    Lance Barber
    • George Cooper Sr.
    • 2017–2024
    Montana Jordan
    Montana Jordan
    • Georgie Cooper
    • 2017–2024
    Raegan Revord
    Raegan Revord
    • Missy Cooper
    • 2017–2024
    Jim Parsons
    Jim Parsons
    • Sheldon Cooper
    • 2017–2024
    Annie Potts
    Annie Potts
    • Connie 'Meemaw' Tucker
    • 2017–2024
    Wallace Shawn
    Wallace Shawn
    • Dr. John Sturgis
    • 2018–2024
    Matt Hobby
    Matt Hobby
    • Jeff Difford
    • 2017–2024
    Craig T. Nelson
    Craig T. Nelson
    • Dale Ballard
    • 2019–2024
    Wyatt McClure
    Wyatt McClure
    • Billy Sparks
    • 2017–2024
    Emily Osment
    Emily Osment
    • Mandy McAllister
    • 2022–2024
    Ed Begley Jr.
    Ed Begley Jr.
    • Dr. Grant Linkletter
    • 2019–2024
    Doc Farrow
    Doc Farrow
    • Wayne Wilkins
    • 2017–2024
    Melissa Peterman
    Melissa Peterman
    • Brenda Sparks
    • 2018–2024
    Ryan Phuong
    Ryan Phuong
    • Tam Nguyen
    • 2017–2024
    Rex Linn
    Rex Linn
    • Tom Petersen
    • 2017–2024
    Wendie Malick
    Wendie Malick
    • Linda Hagemeyer
    • 2021–2024
    • Creators
      • Chuck Lorre
      • Steven Molaro
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    User reviews638

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    Reviewers say 'Young Sheldon' is appreciated for its family dynamics, character development, and realistic portrayal of a genius child. Strong performances, especially from the supporting cast, and the balance of comedy with heartfelt moments are praised. However, Sheldon's character is criticized for being annoying and self-centered. Mixed opinions exist on the handling of religious themes and comparisons to 'The Big Bang Theory'. Despite criticisms, the Texas setting and character interactions are found engaging and entertaining.
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    10carlobustamante

    Thank you! ...so much!

    A big thank you for all those responsible making this show. Each episode was only 20-minutes long, but watching each guarantees an amazing experience. It left me in deep pondering after finishing the entire series (with my family). It's amazing how a light-hearted comedy can effect such a meaningful impact. I wish there were other shows like this with such high quality, but there was none, there is none. I'm sure that even years from now, there will be none. I'm just glad that I got to experience watching this show and am so thankful to everyone who crafted this 'perfection'. So excited for Georgie & Mandy's upcoming series, even if it ends up half as great this one, it will be better than all the other shows out there.
    8chrisalgar

    Thought it was brilliant! Not sure what some people here are on about...

    I thought it was a great first episode and a brilliant idea. There's so many ways this show can go if done correctly. Taken a character already loved and showing us all the bits we hear pieces from on The Big Bang Theory. I think it was a bit reckless using an actor from The Big Bang Theory to star in a different role in this spin off but can put that down to me being picky.

    Overall I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to seeing where the series goes!
    8sachethanprof

    Will never forget!!

    I just finished watching this series, i remember starting it when i was in schooling probably 7th or 8th grade, i used to be excited to watch new episodes every friday and laugh with my stomach as it brings me joy.

    Im going to be honest, i never fully watched the big bang theory, but i enjoyed looking at clips of the show in facebook, youtube etc.

    Watching them made me happy and brought me laughter. During the first few episodes i never thought that the shows were related and that young sheldon was a prequal. But when i found out i was more than happy.

    My Favorite characters were definetly, Connie tucker or Memaw, George cooper, Mary, mandy, missy, sheldon, georgie.

    When the show ended it made an imprint on me, i will definetely remember this my whole life.

    The show has good characters and amazing comedy, this is definetly a recommendation.

    I cried tears when the last few episodes aired, but it was worth it.

    Im looking forward to seeing more clips of the show on social media to remind me about the greatness of this show.

    I congratulate the show cast and production team, wishing them good luck in upcoming film and TV awards.
    9jessicadavis-25909

    Honestly I think the older brother and the twin sister steals the show

    While I agree with the criticisms other reviewers have said about young Sheldon , I enjoy the supporting cast very much especially MeeMaw and Georgie . I'm guessing the creators couldn't manage to snag Laurie Metcalf for her iconic role as Mary Cooper , which makes for the very big shoes to fill (her real life daughter does however, do a good job) .... Anyway , good clean family viewing is very far and few in between so I'm grateful for this show .
    8phricko69

    Mary Cooper

    I really enjoyed the show being a huge fan of The Big Bang Theory. I remember Mary being a little off her rocker in The Big Bang Theory but in Little Sheldon she is hard to stomach. I can't stand it when her eyes bug out 90% of the time she talks. The facial expressions are also nerve grating. Her better than thou attitude. If it's not done her way it's the wrong way. Shoving her Christianity down everybody's throats. Her overpowering parenting. The kids HAD to sneak around and try to do things without her knowing because she disapproved of everything. I understand Sheldon is very young especially in college but she has absolutely no trust or faith in anyone in her family. If it's fun, Mary will definitely be there to ruin it.

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    • Trivia
      Zoe Perry is the real-life daughter of Laurie Metcalf from The Big Bang Theory (2007). Over 20 years earlier, she also played the younger version of her mother in episodes 5.7, Halloween IV (1992) and 7.19, All About Rosey (1995) of Roseanne (1988). Now, she again plays a younger version of her mother's character over 20 years later.
    • Goofs
      Sheldon mentioned a few times in "The Big Bang Theory" that Billy Sparks was a bully of his in his youth. Billy Sparks (outside of intentionally scaring him with a chicken in the first episode for his own mild amusement) seems rather cordial with Sheldon in this series when they're together. However, Sheldon is often unreliable when it comes to his past. A great example is how he and Tam drifted apart. Sheldon saw it one way, and Tam took it a different way.
    • Connections
      Featured in CBS Fall Preview (2017)
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      Written by Steve Burns

      Performed by Steve Burns

      Produced by Rob Cavallo

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    • Release date
      • September 25, 2017 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Tuổi Thơ Bá Đạo Của Sheldon
    • Filming locations
      • Warner Brothers Burbank Studios - 4000 Warner Boulevard, Burbank, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Chuck Lorre Productions
      • Warner Bros. Television
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    • Runtime
      30 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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