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Young Sheldon
"It all started with a big bang—or rather, in East Texas."
Overview
The early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper, later seen in The Big Bang Theory.
Status
Ended
Created By
Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre
Network
CBS
Seasons & Episodes
Season 2
Life as a child genius continues to present more brain games for Sheldon as he tackles ambitious projects, social dilemmas and family crises.
Episodes
A High-Pitched Buzz and Training Wheels
After Sheldon dismantles the refrigerator to stop an annoying hum, he gets a paper route to pay for the repairs.
A Rival Prodigy and Sir Isaac Neutron
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.
A Crisis of Faith and Octopus Aliens
When Mary’s faith is shaken by a tragedy in the community, Sheldon becomes an unlikely ally.
A Financial Secret and Fish Sauce
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.
A Research Study and Czechoslovakian Wedding Pastries
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.
Seven Deadly Sins and a Small Carl Sagan
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.
Carbon Dating and a Stuffed Raccoon
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.
An 8-Bit Princess and a Flat Tire Genius
A video game takes over Sheldon and Connie’s life. George Sr. is jealous when Georgie bonds with Herschel at the auto shop.
Family Dynamics and a Red Fiero
Sheldon studies his family for a psychology project. Thanksgiving dinner turns into a family fight when George Sr. is offered a job in Oklahoma.
A Stunted Childhood and a Can of Fancy Mixed Nuts
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.
A Race of Superhumans and a Letter to Alf
Sheldon experiments on Missy, and Georgie joins Mary’s bible study to spend more time with his crush, Veronica.
A Tummy Ache and a Whale of a Metaphor
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.
A Nuclear Reactor and a Boy Called Lovely
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.
David, Goliath and a Yoo-hoo from the Back
Sheldon uses his new friendship with the school bully to boss Georgie around. Also, Missy steals Connie's makeup for picture day.
A Math Emergency and Perky Palms
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.
A Loaf of Bread and a Grand Old Flag
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.
Albert Einstein and the Story of Another Mary
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
A Perfect Score and a Bunsen Burner Marshmallow
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.
A Political Campaign and a Candy Land Cheater
Unhappy that school funds are going towards football rather than academics, Sheldon decides to run for class president.
A Proposal and a Popsicle Stick Cross
Georgie is thrilled when Veronica stays at the Coopers' house for a few days. Also, Connie and Dr. Sturgis celebrate their one-year anniversary.
A Broken Heart and a Crock Monster
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.
A Swedish Science Thing and the Equation for Toast
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.
Top Cast
Iain Armitage
Sheldon Cooper
Zoe Perry
Mary Cooper
Lance Barber
George Cooper
Montana Jordan
Georgie Cooper
Raegan Revord
Missy Cooper
Annie Potts
Connie Tucker
Emily Osment
Mandy McAllister
Jim Parsons
Sheldon Cooper (voice)
