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It 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.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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The early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper, later seen in The Big Bang Theory.
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Episode 1
After Sheldon dismantles the refrigerator to stop an annoying hum, he gets a paper route to pay for the repairs.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, David Bickel, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy HoweGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Josh Latzer, Valerie Mahaffey, Ryan Phuong, Nick Alvarez, Melissa Peterman
Episode 2
When Dr. Sturgis bonds with Paige, another 10-year-old genius, Sheldon’s jealousy leads Connie to intervene. Mary invites Paige’s family over for a play date.
Directed by Mark CendrowskiWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Dario Konjicija, Damir Konjicija, Tara Hernandez, David BickelGuest stars Ella Anderson, Josh Cooke, Andrea Anders, Mckenna Grace, Wallace Shawn
Episode 3
When Mary’s faith is shaken by a tragedy in the community, Sheldon becomes an unlikely ally.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe, David BickelGuest stars Matt Hobby, Jonney Ahmanson, Nancy Linehan Charles, Heather McPhaul, Joyce Greenleaf, Anthony S. Johnson, Brian Chenoweth, Jaxy Boyd
Episode 4
When George Sr. asks Sheldon to keep a secret from Mary, the stress of not being honest drives Sheldon to hideout at Tam’s for his first sleepover.
Directed by Jonathan JudgeWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Jeremy Howe, Dario Konjicija, Damir Konjicija, David BickelGuest stars VyVy Nguyen, Cheyenne Nguyen, Angelina Nguyen, Danielle Pinnock, Ryan Phuong
Episode 5
When Dr. Sturgis recommends Sheldon and Missy for a university research study on twins, Mary is unhappy when the test results go to Sheldon's head.
Directed by Jude WengWritten by Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija, Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, David Bickel, Eric KaplanGuest stars Amy Farrington, Wallace Langham, Madison Wulf, Parker Dailey, Wallace Shawn
Episode 6
Mary clashes with Sheldon's drama teacher over plans for a Halloween fundraiser for the church. Georgie falls for a rebellious teenage girl whom Sheldon is tutoring.
Directed by Chris KochWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Jeremy Howe, Eric Kaplan, Connor Kilpatrick, David BickelGuest stars Matt Hobby, Wyatt McClure, Sara Sanderson, Adam Kulbersh, Hilda Boulware, Dale Raoul, Ryan Phuong, Katherine Von Till
Episode 7
Sheldon gets into trouble with fellow child genius, Paige at the science museum. George is forced to play therapist to Paige’s bickering parents. Mary, Georgie and Missy help Connie with a garage sale.
Directed by Rebecca AsherWritten by Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija, Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Eric KaplanGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Josh Cooke, Susan Chuang, Livia Treviño, Andrea Anders, Alfred Woodley, Mckenna Grace, Wallace Shawn
Episode 8
A video game takes over Sheldon and Connie’s life. George Sr. is jealous when Georgie bonds with Herschel at the auto shop.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija, Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, David Bickel, Tara HernandezGuest stars Pam Cook, Billy Gardell, Doc Farrow
Episode 9
Sheldon studies his family for a psychology project. Thanksgiving dinner turns into a family fight when George Sr. is offered a job in Oklahoma.
Directed by Alex ReidWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy HoweGuest stars Chris Ellis, Ryan Phuong, Brian Stepanek, Wallace Shawn, Doc Farrow
Episode 10
When Sheldon learns that people with stunted childhoods can turn into social outcasts, he tries to act. Connie and Dr. Sturgis' relationship is tested when she teaches him how to drive.
Directed by Rebecca AsherWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Tara HernandezGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Chris Wylde, Ryan Phuong, Andrea Anders, Alex Staggs, Kevin D'Arcy, Joey Sabo, Maria Quezada
Episode 11
Sheldon experiments on Missy, and Georgie joins Mary’s bible study to spend more time with his crush, Veronica.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija, Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Eric KaplanGuest stars Matt Hobby, Ryan Phuong, Sarah Baker, Paul Fusco, Bunnie Rivera, Joyce Greenleaf, Anthony S. Johnson, Brian Chenoweth
Episode 12
When Sheldon has to spend a few days in the hospital, he turns into the world’s worst patient. Also, Missy gets a taste of what life would be like without her twin.
Directed by Mark CendrowskiWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Kate Flannery, Wayne Wilderson, Vernee Watson, Valerie Mahaffey, Danielle Pinnock, Mauricio Lara, Chris Flanders, Kurt Koehler
Episode 13
Sheldon attempts to build a nuclear reactor. Also, a university cocktail party gets heated when Dr. Sturgis’ colleague, Dr. Linkletter, flirts with Connie, and Georgie is heartbroken when he learns Veronica has a boyfriend.
Directed by Chris KochWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Eric KaplanGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Ryan Phuong, Brian Stepanek, Zoran Radanovich, Knox Gagnon, Kirt Kishita, Evan Kishiyama, Franco Vega
Episode 14
Sheldon uses his new friendship with the school bully to boss Georgie around. Also, Missy steals Connie's makeup for picture day.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe, Tara Hernandez, Stacey PulwerGuest stars Ryan Cargill, Forrest Deal, Ryan Phuong, Brian Stepanek, Alexander Arzu, Rodney J. Hobbs, Ivan Mallon, Jordan Leer
Episode 15
Sheldon and Dr. Sturgis have their first fight when Dr. Sturgis marks a question wrong on Sheldon's test. Also, Mary takes over for Pastor Jeff when he's out sick.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Matt Hobby, Danielle Pinnock, Sarah Baker, Nancy Linehan Charles, Barry Corbin, Megan Park, Bryce McBratnie, Parker Dailey
Episode 16
Things spiral out of control when Sheldon boycotts his favorite bread company. Also, Georgie offers Veronica a shoulder to cry on when she's dumped by her boyfriend.
Directed by Alex ReidWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Matt Hobby, Ryan Phuong, Katherine Von Till, Brian Stepanek, Isabel May, Travis Guba, Jack Seavor McDonald, Jordan Leer
Episode 17
Inspired by his hero, Albert Einstein, Sheldon tries his hand at the violin. Also, Mary and Connie secretly buy a pregnancy test when Mary thinks she's pregnant
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Eric KaplanGuest stars Matt Hobby, Wyatt McClure, Melissa Tang, Billy Gardell, Nancy Linehan Charles, John Rubinstein, Martin Garcia, Becki Dennis
Episode 18
Sheldon moves in with Dr. Sturgis for the weekend to see what his life will be like in college. Also, a lonely Mary tries to bond with the other Coopers during Sheldon's absence.
Directed by Chris KochWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe, David BickelGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Danielle Pinnock, Wallace Shawn, Rex Linn, Doc Farrow, Melissa Peterman
Episode 19
Unhappy that school funds are going towards football rather than academics, Sheldon decides to run for class president.
Directed by Jude WengWritten by Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija, Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, David Bickel, Steve HollandGuest stars Matt Hobby, Valerie Mahaffey, Ryan Phuong, Brian Stepanek, Nancy Linehan Charles, Isabel May, Robert Clotworthy, Isabella Coben
Episode 20
Georgie is thrilled when Veronica stays at the Coopers' house for a few days. Also, Connie and Dr. Sturgis celebrate their one-year anniversary.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Steve Holland, David BickelGuest stars Isabel May, Tim Griffin, Yeniffer Behrens, Wallace Shawn, Doc Farrow
Episode 21
The Coopers help Pastor Jeff through a rough patch in his marriage. Also, Sheldon pressures church members for donations when Mary takes him to work for a day.
Directed by Alex ReidWritten by Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija, Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy HoweGuest stars Matt Hobby, Mary Grill, Danielle Pinnock, Brian Stepanek, Nancy Linehan Charles, Melanie Haynes, Heather Olt, Michael Christian Alexander
Episode 22
Sheldon invites the entire school to a party for the Nobel Prize announcements. Also, Connie learns more about Dr. Sturgis' past, and Georgie's desire for cable TV leads to a standoff between him and George Sr.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija, Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Eric KaplanGuest stars Christine Baranski, Carol Ann Susi, Ryan Phuong, Pamela Adlon, Isaac Harger, Quinn Aune, Rishabh Prabhat, Ethan Reed Stern
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Iain ArmitageSheldon Cooper
Zoe PerryMary Cooper
Lance BarberGeorge Cooper
Montana JordanGeorgie Cooper
Raegan RevordMissy Cooper
Annie PottsConnie Tucker
Matt HobbyJeff Difford
Wyatt McClureBilly Sparks
CBSUnited States
Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
Chuck Lorre ProductionsUnited States
