TV series
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 Dr. Sturgis experiences a nervous breakdown, Mary worries Sheldon is headed down a similar path. Also, Georgie discovers he has a knack for sales.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Maria Ferrari, Steve Holland, Jeremy HoweGuest stars Carlease Burke, Jayne Taini, Dennis Cockrum, Duane R. Shepard Sr., Carol Mansell, Chelsea Rae Bernier, Karen Constantine, Joe Howard
Episode 2
Without Dr. Sturgis’ university class, Sheldon must find a new way to stay academically challenged. Also, Mary helps Pastor Jeff avoid temptation with his girlfriend.
Directed by Alex ReidWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Steve Holland, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Matt Hobby, Caleigh Kilpatrick, Mary Grill, Valerie Mahaffey, Danielle Pinnock, Ryan Phuong, Brian Stepanek, Nancy Linehan Charles
Episode 3
Sheldon takes matters into his own hands when Connie refuses to drive him to a lecture with Dr. Linkletter. Also, Georgie tries to impress Veronica with his new business venture
Directed by Mark CendrowskiWritten by Steven Molaro, Connor Kilpatrick, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe, Steve HollandGuest stars Patricia Belcher, Deb Hiett, Kurt Scholler, Ryan Phuong, Isabel May, Benjamin Stockham, Trenton Lucas, Nick Alvarez
Episode 4
Sheldon is forced to take a break from science when his new obsession with "The Lord of the Rings" leads to an unhealthy habit. Also, Missy asks George Sr. to teach her how to play catch.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Maria Ferrari, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Frank Gallegos, Chris Wylde, Winifred Freedman, Valerie Mahaffey, London Cheshire, Sarah Baker
Episode 5
After being released from the mental hospital, Dr. Sturgis unexpectedly breaks up with Connie.
Directed by Alex ReidWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe, Steve HollandGuest stars Richard Kind, Ed Ackerman, Wallace Shawn
Episode 6
A church carnival leads Missy to try out for the baseball team. Also, Connie struggles after her breakup with Dr. Sturgis.
Directed by Chris KochWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe, Eric Kaplan, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Matt Hobby, Maree Cheatham, Davey Johnson, Nancy Linehan Charles, David Futernick, Jill Lover, Wallace Shawn, Craig T. Nelson
Episode 7
Sheldon starts an internet flame war, and Missy stands up to the boys on her baseball team. Also, Connie is unhappy when George Sr. spends time with her new boyfriend.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Steve HollandGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Mac Jarman, Kerri Medders, Ryan Phuong, Isabel May, Miller Tai, Corwin Allard, Candace Kozak
Episode 8
The University makes George Sr. a lucrative job offer in the hopes of recruiting Sheldon. Also, Georgie gets a job working for Connie's new boyfriend, and Mary is determined to rid her home of greed.
Directed by Chris KochWritten by Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Matt Hobby, Gerald Downey, Valerie Mahaffey, Danielle Pinnock, Brian Stepanek, Nick Alvarez, Wallace Shawn, Craig T. Nelson
Episode 9
Mary gets Pastor Jeff involved when Sheldon isn't invited to Billy's birthday party. Also, George Sr. has "male-bonding time" with Dr. Sturgis.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Maria Ferrari, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe, Steve HollandGuest stars Matt Hobby, Wyatt McClure, Wallace Shawn, Melissa Peterman
Episode 10
Sheldon fakes being sick to avoid a swim test at school. Also, Dr. Sturgis spies on Connie's new boyfriend.
Directed by Nikki LorreWritten by Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Diedrich Bader, Alfred Adderly, Kaley Cuoco, Valerie Mahaffey, Danielle Pinnock, Brian Stepanek, Bob Newhart
Episode 11
George Sr. and Connie struggle to manage the Cooper household while Mary plans Pastor Jeff’s wedding.
Directed by Alex ReidWritten by Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Steve Holland, Yael GloubermanGuest stars Matt Hobby, Wyatt McClure, J. Rene Pena, Mary Grill, Ava Allan, Steve Burns, Nancy Linehan Charles, Doug Cox
Episode 12
Sheldon learns to listen when an emotional Paige struggles with her parents’ divorce. George Sr. is furious when Georgie tries to buy his way out of chores.
Directed by Lea ThompsonWritten by Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez, Steve Holland, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Andrea Anders, Mckenna Grace, Wallace Shawn, Doc Farrow
Episode 13
George Sr. and Georgie go camping with Connie's new boyfriend, Dale, but things get complicated when her ex-boyfriend, Dr. Sturgis, tags along. Also, Sheldon and Missy invent a super-game.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy HoweGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Jim Beaver, Marty Ryan, Teddy Vincent, Wallace Shawn, Craig T. Nelson
Episode 14
Sheldon and Georgie mine for platinum in roadside gravel. Mary is concerned when Missy misuses religion to help with a batting slump.
Directed by Howard DeutchWritten by Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Connor Kilpatrick, Tara Hernandez, Eric Kaplan, Steve HollandGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Nancy Linehan Charles, Craig T. Nelson
Episode 15
Connie meets Dale’s ex-wife, June. Sheldon is forced to work on a group project with reluctant college students.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Steve HollandGuest stars Wyatt McClure, Nolan Bateman, Mac Jarman, Ed Ackerman, London Cheshire, Reba McEntire, Taylor Spreitler, Parker James Logie
Episode 16
Sheldon visits CalTech for the very first time. Also, Georgie is furious when Mary listens in on a phone call with his girlfriend, and Connie tries to cheer up a jealous Missy.
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez, Maria FerrariGuest stars Amanda Payton, Kerry O'Malley, Ava Allan, Christopher Farrar, Wallace Shawn
Episode 17
Dr. Sturgis is furious when Sheldon accuses him of plagiarism. Also, Mary sets out to find a “girl trophy” for Missy’s end-of-season baseball ceremony, and Georgie has an awkward run-in with Veronica while on a date with his new girlfriend, Jana.
Directed by Melissa Joan HartWritten by Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe, Steve Holland, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Louie Anderson, Lyn Alicia Henderson, Stacey Moseley, Ava Allan, Isabel May, Magnus Chhan, Wallace Shawn, Ed Begley Jr.
Episode 18
When George Sr. accidentally lands the school librarian in the hospital, the Cooper family must nurse her back to health. Connie gives Georgie relationship advice.
Directed by Chris KochWritten by Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari, Steve Holland, Connor Kilpatrick, Eric KaplanGuest stars Ryan Phuong, Katherine Von Till, Ava Allan, Sarah Baker, Craig T. Nelson, Doc Farrow
Episode 19
When Sheldon learns the house next door is for sale, he takes it upon himself to find the perfect neighbors. Missy is torn when she’s forced to pitch against her boyfriend at the baseball game.
Directed by Alex ReidWritten by Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe, Steve HollandGuest stars Matt Hobby, Wyatt McClure, Mary Grill, Ian Ousley, Valerie Mahaffey, Danielle Pinnock, Ryan Phuong, London Cheshire
Episode 20
Sheldon has a scientific breakthrough at the dentist's office. Also, Dale and Connie go to the casino, and Georgie makes a big mistake when Dale leaves him in charge of the store
Directed by Jaffar MahmoodWritten by Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe, Eric Kaplan, Connor KilpatrickGuest stars Cyndi Lauper, Ryan Stiles, Sarah Baker, Bob Newhart, Rich Grosso, Bob Rumnock, Christian Benz Belnavis, Arriane Alexander
Episode 21
Sheldon discovers that Mary's been keeping a secret about his future. Also, Connie is furious when she learns Dale fired Georgie.
Directed by Alex ReidWritten by Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Connor Kilpatrick, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe, Steve HollandGuest stars Emily Berry, Valerie Mahaffey, Danielle Pinnock, Brian Stepanek, Wallace Shawn, Craig T. Nelson, Rex Linn, Doc Farrow
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
