Meet a child genius named Sheldon Cooper (already seen as an adult in The Big Bang Theory (2007)) and his family. Some unique challenges face Sheldon, who is socially impaired.
Genre: Comedy
Cast:Iain Armitage , Zoe Perry , Lance Barber , Montana Jordan , Raegan Revord , Annie Potts , Jim Parsons , Wallace Shawn , Wyatt McClure , Matt Hobby , Craig T. Nelson , Melissa Peterman , Doc Farrow , Ed Begley Jr. , Ryan Phuong , Emily Osment , Rex Linn , Brian Stepanek
9-year-old Sheldon Cooper learns that having a brilliant mind doesn't always help growing up in Texas.
To appease his worried mother, Sheldon employs the techniques of a self-help book to try and make a friend.
George Sr. is rushed to the emergency room; Meemaw comes to baby-sit; the kids have an adventure getting to the hospital on their own.
Sheldon fears solid food after choking on a sausage; Sheldon discovers his first comic book.
Sheldon struggles with newfound popularity after utilizing statistics to help the football team. Georgie feels sidelined by Sheldon's Popularity.
When Sheldon's suggestion on landing the rocket booster back is not taken seriously by a NASA scientist, he decides to pursue theoretical physics and works out the full details to prove his point.
The kids brainstorm ways to resolve a family feud when Meemaw refuses to give George Sr. her brisket recipe.
While Mary, Memaw and Missy have their girls night at the salon, the three Cooper men plan their road trip to see the space launcher, but it doesn't go as well as they plan.
Young Sheldon has to teach his brother for the test, and in doing so, he learns some skills from his brother.
When Sheldon moves to Dallas to attend a school for gifted children, the family struggles to cope with his absence.
Sheldon is sent to Sunday school when Mary catches him playing Dungeons and Dragons with his friends.
Sheldon asks for a computer and unknowingly sparks an argument between Mary and George Sr. over the family's finances.
As flu season hits Medford, Sheldon takes extreme measures to remain healthy.
Sheldon and Missy are left home alone for the first time when Mary takes a job as a church secretary.
Sheldon makes friends with an upperclassmen learning a new field of science. Meanwhile, George Sr. and Mary have a disagreement on Sheldon's new social life.
After Sheldon loses the competition in the science fair he loses his edge and passion for science and finds his new comfort zone in acting.
Sheldon is being followed around by a bully and must find a way to use self defense to fight back
Mary bans Sheldon from reading a mature comic book, and Sheldon decides it's time to stop living under Mary's thumb.
When Sheldon is no longer academically challenged at Medford High, he audits a college class taught by Dr. John Sturgis.
A battle erupts between the Coopers and Sparks when the Sparks' new dog terrorizes Sheldon.
While Sheldon is busy obsessing over the status of Meemaw's budding relationship with his mentor, Dr. Sturgis, George and Mary attempt to bond with their other kids.
When Meemaw is pursued by two gentlemen callers, Sheldon interferes, forcing her to set some ground rules.
Sheldon dismantles the refrigerator to stop an annoying hum, then gets a paper route to pay for the repairs.
Meemaw intervenes when Sheldon gets jealous of Dr. Sturgis bonding with Paige, another 10-year-old genius. In the meantime, Mary invites Paige's family over for a play date.
Sheldon becomes an unlikely ally when a tragedy in the community shakes Mary's faith.
When Sheldon's father asks him to keep a secret from Mary, the stress of not being honest drives him at Tam's for his first sleepover.
Dr. Sturgis recommends Sheldon and Missy for a university research study on twins, and Mary is unhappy when the test results go to Sheldon's head.
Mary clashes with Sheldon's drama teacher over plans for a Halloween fundraiser for the church. Also, Georgie falls for a rebellious teenage girl that Sheldon is tutoring.
Sheldon gets into trouble with fellow child genius Paige at the science museum; George Sr. is forced to play therapist to Paige's bickering parents; and Mary, Georgie, and Missy help Meemaw with a garage sale.
A video game takes over Sheldon and Meemaw's life; George Sr. is jealous when Georgie bonds with Herschel at the auto shop.
Sheldon studies his family for a psychology project; a Thanksgiving dinner turns into a family fight when Georgie Sr. is offered a job Oklahoma.
Sheldon tries to act like a kid after learning that people with stunted childhoods can become social outcasts; Meemaw teaches Dr. Sturgis how to drive, putting their relationship to the test.
Sheldon experiments on Missy; Georgie joins Mary's bible study to spend more time with his crush, Veronica.
When Sheldon spends a few days at the hospital, he turns out to be the world's worst patient. Missy gets a taste of what it would be like if she didn't have a twin.
Sheldon attempts to build a nuclear reactor. Also, a university cocktail party gets heated when Dr. Sturgis' colleague, Dr. Linkletter, flirts with Meemaw, and Georgie is heartbroken when he learns Veronica has a boyfriend.
Sheldon uses his new friendship with the school bully to boss Georgie around. Also, Missy steals Meemaw's makeup for picture day.
Sheldon and Dr. Sturgis have their first fight when Dr. Sturgis marks an answer wrong on Sheldon's test; Mary takes over for Pastor Jeff when he's out sick.
Sheldon's boycott of his favourite bread company goes out of control. Meanwhile, Georgie tries to console Veronica after breaking up with her boyfriend.
Sheldon gets inspired by his hero Albert Einstein and tries to play violin. Mary thinks that she is pregnant and goes to buy pregnancy test with Meemaw.
Sheldon moves in with Dr. Sturgis for the weekend to see what it's like in college and a lonely Mary tries to bond with the other Coopers during Sheldon's absence.
Unhappy that school funds are going toward football rather than academics, Sheldon decides to run for class president.
Georgie is thrilled when Veronica stays at the Coopers' house for a few days; Meemaw and Dr. Sturgis celebrate their one-year anniversary.
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.
Sheldon invites the entire school to a party for the Nobel Prize announcements. Also, Meemaw learns more about Dr. Sturgis' past, and Georgie's desire for cable TV leads to a standoff between him and George Sr.
After Dr. Sturgis experiences a nervous breakdown, Mary worries Sheldon is headed down a similar path; Georgie discovers he has a knack for sales.
Without Dr. Sturgis' university class, Sheldon must find a new way to stay academically challenged; Mary helps Pastor Jeff avoid temptation with his girlfriend.
Sheldon takes matters into his own hands when Meemaw refuses to drive him to a lecture; Georgie tries to impress Veronica with his new business venture.
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.
After being released from the mental hospital, Dr. Sturgis unexpectedly breaks up with Meemaw.
A church carnival leads Missy to try out for the baseball team. Also, Meemaw struggles after her breakup with Dr. Sturgis.
Sheldon starts an internet flame war, and Missy stands up to the boys on her baseball team. Also, Meemaw is unhappy when George Sr. spends time with her new boyfriend.
The University makes George Sr, a lucrative job offer in the hopes of recruiting Sheldon. Also, Georgie gets a job working for Meemaw's new boyfriend and Mary is determined to rid her home of greed.
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.
Sheldon fakes being sick to avoid a swim test at school. Also, Dr. Sturgis spies on Meemaw's new boyfriend.
George Sr. and Meemaw struggle to manage the Cooper household while Mary plans Pastor Jeff's wedding.
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
George Sr and Georgie go camping with Meemaw's new boyfriend, Dale, but things get complicated when her ex-boyfriend, Dr. Sturgis, tags along. Also, Sheldon and Missy invent a super-game.
Sheldon and Georgie mine for platinum in roadside gravel. Also, Mary is concerned when Missy misuses religion to help with a batting slump.
Meemaw meets Dale's ex-wife, June. Also, Sheldon is forced to work on a group project with reluctant college students.
Sheldon visits the California Institute of Technology for the very first time; Georgie is furious when Mary listens in on a phone call with his girlfriend; Meemaw tries to cheer up a jealous Missy.
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.
When George Sr. accidentally lands the school librarian in the hospital, the Cooper family must nurse her back to health; Meemaw gives Georgie relationship advice.
When Sheldon learns the house next door is for sale, he takes it upon himself to find the perfect neighbors. Also, Missy is torn when she's forced to pitch against her boyfriend at the baseball game.
Sheldon has a scientific breakthrough at the dentist's office. Also, Dale and Meemaw go to the casino, and Georgie makes a big mistake when Dale leaves him in charge of the store.
Sheldon discovers that Mary's been keeping a secret about his future. Also, Meemaw is furious when she learns Dale fired Georgie.
After graduating high school, Sheldon has a breakdown when he realizes he may not be ready for college; Dale tries to make amends with Meemaw.
Sheldon gets a summer job at the local train museum; Missy embarks on a new stage of womanhood; Georgie discovers Mary's guilty pleasure.
With college in sight, Sheldon is determined to ride his bike without training wheels. Also, Mary and George Sr. argue overparenting styles.
Sheldon finds himself in a fierce competition with Paige when their mothers force them to attend Vacation Bible School. Also, George is furious after Georgie makes a questionable purchase.
Dale and Meemaw work out relationship issues while playing Dungeons and Dragons with Sheldon and Missy. Also, Mary and George take trip with Coach Wilkins and his wife, and Georgie freaks out when his girlfriend thinks she's pregnant.
College orientation does not go as Sheldon planned; Mary is invited to a party when she's mistaken for a university student; George Sr. helps Pastor Jeff set up a children's nursery.
Sheldon's first day of college is derailed by his new philosophy teacher, Professor Ericson. Also, Mary and Brenda live vicariously through Missy's first day of middle school.
Meemaw takes matters into her own hands when Sheldon's philosophy teacher sends him into a tailspin; George Sr. learns Georgie has been cutting class.
Sheldon and George Sr. dine with President Hagemeyer and a university benefactor; Georgie gives Missy some brotherly advice when Mary won't let her go to the school dance; Dale and June convince Meemaw to attend their son's wedding.
Sheldon campaigns to become Dr. Linkletter's lab assistant. Also, Georgie enlists the help of Mr. Lundy, the drama teacher, for a surprising business venture.
Dr. Linkletter pushes Sheldon to make friends with his fellow students at college. Also, Georgie gets a pager.
Sheldon, Dr. Linkletter and Meemaw team up on a science experiment. Also, Mary is jealous that Pastor Jeff and Brenda are spending time together, and Georgie has a new side hustle.
Sheldon refuses to ride in a car after getting into an accident with Meemaw. Also, Missy uses their trauma to her advantage at school and Meemaw is forced to take the church shuttle while her car is in the shop.
When the IRS accuses Sheldon of making a mistake, he'll stop at nothing to prove them wrong. Also, Dale is forced to get a colonoscopy and tries to convince Meemaw to join him.
Sheldon is caught in a moral dilemma when offered a bootleg copy of a computer game he can't afford; Mary and Meemaw take Brenda out for girls night; Missy asks Georgie to take her and Marcus on a secret date.
Sheldon finds himself at odds with Paige once again when she considers enrolling at East Texas Tech. Also, Mary seeks June's advice when looking for a change.
The Coopers discuss the possibilities of black holes and alternate universes when Dr. Sturgis comes over for dinner.
Missy's first heartbreak triggers a series of events that lead the Cooper family to the brink.
Sheldon and Missy both run away from home; Mary gets upsetting news about George Sr.
Sheldon encourages Missy to question the Bible; Meemaw is determined to catch George Sr. in a lie; Mary helps Pastor Jeff search for a youth pastor.
Sheldon tries to convince Dr. Sturgis to return to the university; Georgie upsets the family when he makes a life-changing decision.
Sheldon, Missy and Georgie adapt to new living arrangements; Meemaw opens a gambling room.
Sheldon and Dr. Linkletter struggle to solve an equation; Georgie has a solution for Meemaw's business woes; George Sr. gives advice on Missy's love life.
Missy asks some uncomfortable questions in Sunday school; Meemaw and Georgie go into business together.
Sheldon takes his first engineering class with Professor Boucher. Also, Meemaw and Dale help take care of his ex-wife, June.
Sheldon battles President Hagemeyer's mysterious boss over the university's science requirements; Mary discovers that Georgie is working at Meemaw's illegal gambling room.
Sheldon gets the science yips and has to learn not to think. Also, George Sr. plays handy man at Brenda Sparks' house
Sheldon gets a dorm room all to himself. Also, Meemaw gains an unwanted business partner.
Sheldon acts as Mary's spy during a youth lock-in at church. Georgie is attracted to an older woman.
Sheldon attends his first comic book convention. Also, Mary tries selling make-up.
Sheldon makes friends with his dorm neighbors. Also, George Sr. learns his job is in jeopardy.
Sheldon butts heads with Dr. Lee, a new scientist in the lab. Also, Mary is given a lotto ticket.
Sheldon joins Dr. Linkletter and Dr. Sturgis on a science road trip. Also, Georgie continues to lie about his age.
Meemaw's gambling room is a success, and Sheldon dips his toe in the stock market. Also, Missy starts a business.
Sheldon gets an odd request from an old friend, Paige. Also, George Sr. and Mary are caught in the middle of Meemaw and Dale's breakup, and Georgie comes clean to Mandy.
Sheldon copes with the death of a hero. Also, Missy wants to babysit, and Georgie struggles with his big secret.
George and Mary insist on meeting the new woman in Georgie's life; Sheldon and Missy have suspicions about what's going on with their family.
Sheldon and Missy learn about Georgie's pregnancy, and the whole family promises to keep it a secret.
As the church congregation gossips about Georgie, Missy stands up for her brother, and Sheldon is distracted by the family drama.
Sheldon struggles to cope with the first signs of puberty, Mary and George Sr. both hunt for new jobs, and Georgie and Meemaw take a business trip across the border.
George Sr. bails Meemaw and Georgie out of jail. Also, Sheldon and Missy meet Mandy, and Mary feels unwelcome at church.
Sheldon and Missy try to help out with the Cooper family's financial troubles, while Mary struggles to deal with life outside of the church.
Sheldon must choose sides in an ethical dilemma; also, Mary tries her hand at writing, and Mandy needs a new place to live.
Sheldon makes a terrifying mathematical discovery while tutoring Billy; Mary is jealous of Missy's relationship with Mandy and Meemaw.
At college, Sheldon decides to expand his responsibilities and become a dorm resident advisor. Also, Meemaw and Dale make a sketchy business deal and Mary and George Sr. rekindle their romance.
George Sr. is asked to help with the football team. Also, Mandy discovers Georgie and Meemaw's secret business.
Sheldon's search for a comic book leads him to a breakthrough. Also, Georgie and Mandy have an uncomfortable first encounter with her parents, Jim and Audrey.
Sheldon's database invention puts him at odds with the university. Also, the church takes issue with Meemaw's video store.
Sheldon considers dropping out of college to focus on building his database. Also, George Sr. is frustrated when someone else gets credit for his football wins.
Mary struggles to make new friends; Mandy pushes Georgie to date another woman.
Sheldon learns the university is building a database without him. Also, Mary takes care of a bedridden Mandy and Meemaw.
Mary butts heads with Mandy's mother, Audrey; Sheldon attempts male bonding.
Paige drags Sheldon to a college party; Missy gets caught in a lie.
The Coopers can't be found as Mandy goes into labor. Also, Sheldon is excited about the launch of his database.
Sheldon confronts the failure of his database; Georgie and Mandy struggle as new parents; Missy feels forgotten.
Missy steals her dad's truck and hits the road with her friend Paige.
Georgie goes on a birthday date; Mary confronts Brenda about her relationship with George; Sheldon takes an interest in Missy's favorite TV show, and there's a surprise ending.
Sheldon wants to search for life on other planets; Mandy answers Georgie's marriage proposal; Missy is caught between two friends.
Mandy gets an exciting job opportunity and Sheldon worries that he's falling behind. Also, Georgie takes his daughter to work:
The gambling room gets broken into and Sheldon wants to study abroad. Also, Missy makes a new friend.
Mandy surprises Georgie with a spa weekend and Sheldon prepares for his summer in Germany.
Sheldon and Mary head to Germany while the rest of the Cooper family braves a tornado that is heading straight for Medford.
