The Big Bang Theory Cast & Character Guide
CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory enjoyed a record-breaking run before coming to an end in 2019. Here’s a guide to the show’s cast and characters.
The Big Bang Theory (2007)
The Big Bang Theory first premiered on CBS in 2007 and became one of its era's most popular and longest-lasting network sitcoms. Running for 12 seasons, The Big Bang Theory focuses on a group of self-proclaimed nerds, Leonard (Johnny Galecki), Sheldon (Jim Parsons), Howard (Simon Helberg), and Raj (Kunal Nayyar), who form an unlikely friendship with their new neighbor Penny (Kaley Cuoco). The series became a ratings giant and took home multiple Emmys. The Big Bang Theory was so successful that it ended up spawning a spinoff titled Young Sheldon, which has also become one of CBS’ most popular sitcoms.
The Big Bang Theory
- Cast
- Kaley Cuoco , Johnny Galecki , Jim Parsons , Melissa Rauch , Mayim Bialik , Kunal Nayyar , Simon Helberg
- Release Date
- September 24, 2007
- Seasons
- 12
- Network
- CBS
- Franchise(s)
- The Big Bang Theory
- Writers
- Chuck Lorre , Bill Prady
- Directors
- Mark Cendrowski
- Showrunner
- Mark Cendrowski
- Story By
- Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady
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Young Sheldon Just Showed Why George & Mandy's Spinoff Is A Great Idea
Georgie and Mandy's Young Sheldon spinoff seems inherently limited by The Big Bang Theory's canon, but season 7 proves the show has potential.
Young Sheldon Season 7 Just Fixed 1 Major Sheldon Tragedy From The Big Bang Theory
Although The Big Bang Theory casually alluded to Sheldon tragically missing a major event, Young Sheldon season 7 explained and justified this twist.
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Young Sheldon Season 7’s Meemaw Twist Finally Explains A Big Bang Theory Plot Hole
Young Sheldon season 7 finally offered a satisfying explanation for why The Big Bang Theory's Meemaw was so different from her younger self.
Young Sheldon Season 7's Jim Parsons Cameo Exposes An Awkward Truth About That TBBT Reunion We All Hope For
Young Sheldon's upcoming Jim Parsons cameo highlights a weird problem with any potential reunion from The Big Bang Theory's cast in the future.
Young Sheldon Season 7 Is Setting The Big Bang Theory's Next Spinoff Up To Fail
Young Sheldon season 7's upcoming Georgie and Mandy spinoff will struggle even more after changes the prequel made to The Big Bang Theory's story.
Young Sheldon Brings Back Mary’s Worst Traits (Before She Becomes TBBT’s Villain)
Ahead of her villainous arc in The Big Bang Theory, Young Sheldon season 7, episode 6 already brings back some of Mary's worst tendencies.
Jim Parsons' Young Sheldon Season 7 Update All But Confirms My Fear Over Its TBBT Cameos
Details about Jim Parsons' Young Sheldon appearance almost confirm a disappointing element in the much-anticipated send-off for the Coopers.
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Young Sheldon Season 7 Set Images Tease George's Funeral As Cast Eerily Wears All Black
Images from the set of Young Sheldon season 7 tease the possible funeral for George as many of the cast members gather together wearing all black.
Georgie And Mandy Are Married In Emotional Young Sheldon Season 7 Midseason Trailer (Without Sheldon)
After some chaos brought by their mothers, Georgie and Mandy are officially married in a new Young Sheldon season 7 trailer, but without Sheldon.
Young Sheldon Star Has The Best Idea To Address Georgie & Mandy's TBBT Canon Problem
Ahead of her spinoff, Young Sheldon star Emily Osment offers the perfect way to solve Georgie and Mandy's The Big Bang Theory canon problem.
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Young Sheldon Season 7 Episode 7 Details Reveal Georgie & Mandy’s Wedding Includes A Secret Tragedy
Georgie and Mandy's big wedding day is dampened by a secret family tragedy, as revealed in the official Young Sheldon season 7, episode 7 synopsis.
Are The Big Bang Cast Really Smart? Ranking The Actors On Their University Degrees
Most of the characters on The Big Bang Theory have advanced degrees, but what educational background do the actors have - and who is a dropout?
Young Sheldon Season 7 Contradicts TBBT’s Versions of Sheldon & George Sr
Young Sheldon season 7's sweet version of George Sr contradicts a famous Mary Cooper quote from The Big Bang Theory about Sheldon and his father.
The Big Bang Theory: Where Did The Main Characters Study?
Everyone knows that the characters on The Big Bang Theory are extremely intelligent, but do fans remember where they got their degrees?
Young Sheldon Season 7’s Harms Missy's Season 6 Story (& Her Character As A Whole)
Young Sheldon season 7's Missy story sees her double down on season 6's rebellion, but The Big Bang Theory's spinoff has altered the stakes.
Young Sheldon Cast Films Final Family Dinner Scene In Somber Set Photos
The core cast of Young Sheldon films the final dinner scene for the Coopers, and as expected, the mood is somber in brand-new set images.
Jim Parsons Teases His Young Sheldon Series Finale Cameo With Mayim Bialik
Jim Parsons reveals new details about his upcoming return as Sheldon in the Young Sheldon series finale, and it may be disappointing for TBBT fans.
Mandy & Georgie’s Wedding Makes Young Sheldon Ending More Difficult To Swallow (& That Hurts TBBT)
Details about the upcoming Georgie and Mandy wedding on Young Sheldon show why The Big Bang Theory prequel ending with season 7 is ridiculous.
Young Sheldon Season 7 Reveals George’s Secret Big Bang Theory Impact (Despite Being Already Dead)
Amid the chaos brought by Mary and Sheldon's return from Germany, Young Sheldon season 7 reveals George's hidden impact on The Big Bang Theory.
The Big Bang Theory’s 8 Best Side Characters, Ranked
The Big Bang Theory is celebrated for its memorable supporting cast, but eight standout characters surpass them all.