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The Big Bang Theory

2007·Show
279Episodes in12Seasons·TV-14
IMDb8.1Metacritic617.5Rotten Tomatoes81%85%
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Where to watch

HBO MaxYouTube TVTBS

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The Big Bang Theory fingerprint

Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Cringe Humor8
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

Everyday modern life, pop culture, and games

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5
  • Cinematography4

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

Smart is the new sexy.

Physicists Leonard and Sheldon find their nerd-centric social circle with pals Howard and Raj expanding when aspiring actress Penny moves in next door.
Nerd Culture CelebrationClassic Multi-Camera SitcomFriendship DynamicsGeek Humor & ReferencesRomantic Comedy ElementsComfort Viewing StapleSocial Awkwardness ComedyPop Culture ObsessionEnsemble Cast ChemistryLighthearted Escapism

Crew

Directed by:
Anthony Rich, Mark Cendrowski, Nikki Lorre
Written by:
Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady
Produced by:
Robinson Green, Steven Molaro, Peter Chakos

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Big Bang Theory

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Big Bang Theory legally?

HBO MaxYouTube TVTBS

The Big Bang Theory is included with a subscription to YouTube TV, TBS, and HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Big Bang Theory worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Big Bang Theory rated?

TV-14

It's rated TV-14 in the United States.

How many seasons does The Big Bang Theory have?

12 seasons

It has 12 seasons with 279 episodes of about 22 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Big Bang Theory?

Critics71
Audiences80

Not quite. Audiences rate The Big Bang Theory higher (80) than critics (71). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The Big Bang Theory air?

It ran from 2007 to 2019 and has ended.

What language is The Big Bang Theory in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Big Bang Theory?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Big Bang Theory in 134 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Big Bang Theory use?

Shooting Lessons From Your ParentsUnrequited Love SwitcherooSleep CuteVisual PunWorrisome "Mostly-ish"Named After Somebody FamousChuck Cunningham SyndromeMeanwhile SceneCharacterization Marches OnReasonable Request RejectedDismissive KickCloudcuckoolanderand 895 more

TV Tropes lists 907 storytelling tropes for The Big Bang Theory, including Shooting Lessons From Your Parents, Unrequited Love Switcheroo, Sleep Cute.