Young Sheldon,the prequel to CBS’The Big Bang Theory,made its debut back in 2017. As a series that has been around for more than five years and has run for six seasons at the time of writing, the show is loved by many. Created for CBS by Chuck Lorre and Steven Molaro,Young Sheldoncentered on the childhood ofThe Big Bang Theorycharacter Sheldon Cooper. Portrayed by Jim Parsons in the parent show, the role of young Sheldon was taken on by Iain Armitage, while Parsons contributed to the prequel as a narrator.
As a show that chronicled the childhood of Sheldon and, therefore, centered not only on the titular character but also his endearing family,Young Sheldonsoon achieved more fame than its parent show, with some viewers regarding it asbetter thanThe Big Bang Theoryitself. The success of the series could primarily be attributed to the connection thatYoung Sheldonformed with its viewers by centering on universal themes such as family, religion, and relationships. The show wrapped up its sixth season in May 2023, and news of a seventh season was soon confirmed.
Is Season 7 the Final Season of Young Sheldon?
With a seventh season for the much-loved show being officially confirmed, fans were ecstatic. However, the excitement soon dimmed, as accompanying the news of renewal was the news that Season 7 would be the final season ofYoung Sheldon.Given the hype that still surrounds the show and its popularity among viewers, many are of the opinion that the series should continue. The series even emerged number-one comedy for 2022-23, speaking toYoung Sheldon’s success.
Season 6 ended with Sheldon and Mary landing in Germany, a wedding between Georgie and Mandy in the works, and Connie’s house being completely destroyed by a storm. The finale indicates an exciting Season 7 with alot that fans want to see. Among other things, viewers hoped the new season would chronicle how Sheldon navigates Germany. However, although fans have been eager to see Sheldon handle a foreign environment, a Season 7 sneak peek video establishes that Season 7 will start with Sheldon and his mother back in Texas.
Other storylines fans hope Season 7 will bring include answers regarding Connie’s future now that her house is gone and insight into George and Mary’s marriage, which is going through a rough patch at the end of last season. Season 7 is also set to focus on somethingfans hope the new season will avoid: the death of George, the patriarch of the Cooper family.
Why Does Young Sheldon Have to End?
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WithYoung Sheldonhigh up on the list of most popular comedies, the decision to end the series has perplexed fans, especially since fans' interest has also not died down. Despite the factors favoring the continuation ofYoung Sheldon,the series' conclusion is driven primarily by the canon established byThe Big Bang Theory.The parent show has, unfortunately for fans, led to the naturalend ofYoung Sheldon.
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According to the canon set byThe Big BangTheory,upon his return from Germany, Sheldon only has one year left of college to go. At the conclusion of the year, Sheldon moves to California to begin his studies at Caltech. Now that it has been established that Season 7 will likely begin after Sheldon’s return to Texas from Germany, the life length ofYoung Sheldonis definitely limited. Sheldon will also turn 14 in Season 7, making him the correct age to move on to Caltech. Given this timeline, to stay true toThe Big Bang Theorylore,Young Sheldonhas to end with Season 7.
With the natural end of the prequel’s storyline contributing to the end of the series, further adding to the conclusion of the prequel is the fact that the initial three-season renewal granted toYoung Sheldonin March 2021 is drawing to a close. The seventh season ofYoung Sheldonwill, therefore, be the final season of the series.
The Future of The Big Bang Theory Universe
AlthoughYoung Sheldonis drawing to a close, fans can find some solace in the fact that the curtains have not yet been drawn onThe Big Bang Theoryuniverse. Rumors regarding a new spinoff have been circulating. It was first reported that anew spinoff based onThe Big Bang Theorywas in the works at Warner Bros. No details regarding a plot or cast were reported. The news of the spinoff was further supported byThe Big Bang Theorycreator Chuck Lorre announcing his involvement. However, it now appears that a new series has not yet been confirmed, with Lorre clarifying his earlier statement.
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In an interview with TV’s Top 5 podcast, Lorree said that “nothing has been pitched, nothing’s been placed” in relation to a spinoff. He also claimed that nothing had been confirmed with Max.Expressing his ideas regarding a spinoff, the creator said:
“I’m not a big fan of spinoffs or stuff like that, unless it just feels like… wonderful, fresh. This could conceivably be very different and also very funny. That’s the reason to go forward, not to keep digging in the same mine for the same precious minerals. It’s about doing something worth doing. Otherwise, it’s greedy. There’s no reason for that.”
Whatever the future ofThe Big Bang Theoryuniverse may be, the only confirmed news at the time of writing is thatYoung SheldonSeason 7 will be the final chapter of the adored prequel. Fans will surely miss following the adventures of the endearing family and their entertaining banter. The last season ofYoung Sheldonwill take to screens on July 02, 2025. The season finale has been slated for August 08, 2025, and is set to run for one hour. The final season will comprise a total of 14 episodes.
