Young Sheldon

Young Sheldon
This is story of young Sheldon Cooper.
Genre: Sitcom Running Time: 18-21 minutes Country: United States Release Date: September 25, 2017 - May 16, 2024 Network(s): CBS (US) Nine Network (Australia) Created by: Chuck Lorre Steven Molaro Distributed by: Warner Bros. Television Distribution Starring: Iain Armitage Zoe Perry Lance Barber Montana Jordan Raegan Revord Jim Parsons Annie Potts Matt Hobby Seasons: 7 Episodes: 141 Previous show: The Big Bang Theory Next show: Georgie and Mandy's First Marriage

Young Sheldon is an American sitcom created by Chuck Lorre and is a spin-off/prequel of The Big Bang Theory, starring Iain Armitage as a young Sheldon Cooper.

Plot

The series stars Sheldon Cooper when he was young and details the life of him and his family.

Why Sheldon’s a Mighty Little Man

1. Remains highly faithful to the original material.
2. The series offers a highly imaginative depiction of Sheldon's early life.
3. Top-notch acting that is even better than that of its predecessor.
   • Ian Armitage was an excellent casting selection for the role of young Sheldon, capturing the character as effectively as Jim Parsons did for the adult Sheldon.
4. Many likable and relatable characters, such as Sheldon himself, George Sr., Georgie, Missy, Mary, Meemaw, etc.
   • In this series, Sheldon is portrayed in a more likable and sympathetic manner than in "The Big Bang Theory".
5. Great and clever humor.
6. The theme song, despite being short, is well handled.
7. Differing from its predecessor, the absence of a laugh track permits the show to establish its mood independently.
8. The show not only focuses on Sheldon, but the rest of his family and friends, which not only gives the show some variety, but establishes them a bit more.
9. Lots of emotional and heartwarming moments.
10. The show tackles some serious issues, such as puberty, sexism, religion and divorce really well.
11. There are a lot of great episodes.
12. In certain aspects, it's a step up from "The Big Bang Theory," as it avoids the sexual innuendos and mean-spirited humor of its predecessor, while showcasing more charming and endearing characters.

Bad Qualities

1. Some of the characters aren’t very likable:
   • Missy is quite bratty and rebellious, particularly in the earlier seasons. However, her character has shown improvement in the later seasons.
   • Brenda Sparks is perceived as quite selfish and entitled.
   • Mary, though affectionate, sometimes exhibits a harsh and controlling demeanor towards her family. She tends to favor Sheldon over Georgie and Missy and has a tendency to impose her religious beliefs on the family.
   • Even Sheldon can be unlikable at times.
2. Some episodes are less compelling.
3. There are some continuity errors and plots holes that are present.
4. The frequent use of religious elements can become excessive and wearisome.
5. In the later seasons, the show shifts its focus towards Georgie and Mandy, resulting in less screen time for Sheldon.

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