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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The Big Bang Theory: Every Christmas Episode, Ranked Worst To Best
In its more than a decade on the air, The Big Bang Theory did several Christmas-themed episodes, but not all of them were created equally.
The Big Bang Theory's Original Title Highlights Its Best Premise Change
The Big Bang Theory's original title centered the show's initial premise, but this plot was wisely dropped as the show focused on new cast members.
Young Sheldon (2017)
Young Sheldon Season 7 Has A Devastating Way To Bring Back The Big Bang Theory's Main Characters
Young Sheldon season 7 can bring back The Big Bang Theory's main characters for cameos when the spinoff finally addresses one major canon event.
Young Sheldon (2017)
Young Sheldon Season 7 Video Reveals First-Ever Christmas Episode For The Cooper Family
A brand new behind-the-scenes video from Young Sheldon season 7 reveals the Cooper home in Texas all decorated for the Christmas season.
Young Sheldon (2017)
Young Sheldon’s Best Finale Proves That TBBT's Later Seasons Were Better
The popularity of Young Sheldon's season 2 finale proves just how much The Big Bang Theory's later seasons improved on the sitcom's original premise.
The Big Bang Theory Star Reveals She Is Cancer-Free
The Big Bang Theory guest star Kate Micucci shares the great news that she is cancer-free after recently sharing her lung cancer diagnosis.
1 Raj Detail In The Big Bang Theory Accidentally Created A Weird Actor Paradox
The Big Bang Theory's Raj created a weird paradox when he referenced a real-life TV show that features one of his sitcom's major supporting stars.
The Big Bang Theory: Sheldon & Amy's Relationship Timeline, Season By Season
Shamy is a fan-favorite couple in The Big Bang Theory, but how did their relationship change over the years?
Young Sheldon (2017)
Young Sheldon Still Hasn't Explained Why Sheldon Is So Bad At Lying In TBBT
1 key event that must happen in Young Sheldon and 1 TBBT season 10 detail might explain why Sheldon could lie in Young Sheldon but not in TBBT.
Young Sheldon (2017)
8 Big Bang Theory Canon Problems Facing Young Sheldon Season 7
The Big Bang Theory's canon dictates that a lot of major events will happen in Young Sheldon season 7, but the spinoff may struggle with these plots.
Young Sheldon (2017)
Young Sheldon Season 7's Premiere Proves It Could Have Continued Until Season 8 (At Least)
The delayed Young Sheldon season 7 premiere will likely prove how The Big Bang Theory spin-off prequel could have continued beyond its upcoming year.
Young Sheldon (2017)
Young Sheldon Season 7 Will Be The True Big Bang Theory Prequel We've Been Waiting For
A brand new detail about Young Sheldon season 7 confirms that the spin-off will finally be The Big Bang Theory prequel that it's supposed to be.
The Big Bang Theory’s Underrated Christmas Episode Highlighted A Brilliant Character Pairing
The Big Bang Theory proved that Leonard's mother did have a heart when the hit sitcom's Christmas episode paired her with an unlikely character.
The Big Bang Theory’s Final Christmas Episode Made The Show's Divisive Ending Even Worse
The Big Bang Theory’s last Christmas episode was hated by critics and fans, but the show's divisive finale only made this outing worse in retrospect.
1 Big Bang Theory Christmas Episode Nearly Ruined A Special Sheldon Record
The Big Bang Theory maintained a pretty impressive record with Jim Parsons's Sheldon, but one of the sitcom's Christmas episodes jeopardized this.
The Big Bang Theory: The Tallest (& Shortest) Actors In The Cast
You don't have to be tall to get a Ph. D., but height does often play a factor for cast members, and here are Big Bang Theories tallest and shortest.
Every The Big Bang Theory Christmas Episode
The Big Bang Theory has plenty of holiday specials, with Christmas time being one of the most celebrated moments across the show's history.
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New Big Bang Theory Spinoff Update Is More Exciting Than Initial Announcement (Due To Young Sheldon)
A brand new update for the upcoming The Big Bang Theory spin-off makes it so much more exciting than initially perceived because of Young Sheldon.
The Big Bang Theory: Leonard & Penny's Relationship Timeline, Season By Season
From the pilot, The Big Bang Theory has been all about Leonard and Penny, but how did their relationship evolve?
Sheldon & Amy Have A 2nd Child? New Big Bang Theory Mystery Explained
Young Sheldon season 5, episode 16's recent Mayim Bialik appearance suggests that Big Bang Theory's Amy and Sheldon now have more than one child.