The Big Bang Theory
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Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory is about brainy best friends Leonard and Sheldon, who can tell you anything you want to know about quantum physics, but when it comes to dealing with everyday life here on earth they're lost in the cosmos. Neither fully understands that scientific principles don't always apply in matters of the heart — until they meet their sexy new neighbor Penny, a friendly screenwriter/waitress from the midwest who also happens to be newly single.
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The Big Bang Theory Seasons
Season 1 |
IGN Rating: 8 - Read the Review |
Season 2 |
IGN Rating: 8.4 - Read the Review |
Season 3 |
IGN Rating: 9 - Read the Review |
Season 4 |
Season 5 |
Season 6 |
Season 7 |
Contributions
Reviews
The Big Bang Theory: "The Flaming Spittoon Acquisition" Review - November 22, 2011
Sheldon gets a girlfriend! Sort of. Well, another one...
The Big Bang Theory: "The Ornithophobia Diffusion" Review - November 11, 2011
Can you be friends with an ex? Or a bird?
The Big Bang Theory: "The Isolation Permutation" Review - November 4, 2011
Brain slicing and wedding dresses and cuddling with Sheldon, oh my.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Good Guy Fluctuation" Review - October 28, 2011
Halloween pranks and hot chicks in a comic book store.
The Big Bang Theory ''The Rhinitis Revelation" Review - October 21, 2011
Sheldon's mom comes for a visit...and offends everyone.
The Big Bang Theory: ''The Russian Rocket Reaction'' Review - October 19, 2011
Who needs a doctorate when you can go into space?
The Big Bang Theory ''The Wiggly Finger Catalyst'' Review - October 7, 2011
Raj gets a girlfriend he can speak to!
The Big Bang Theory ''The Pulled Groin Extrapolation'' Review - September 30, 2011
Amy Farrah Fowler is darn funny!
The Big Bang Theory: "The Infestation Hypothesis'' Review - September 23, 2011
Penny vs. Sheldon. The Cause? A chair.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Skank Reflex Analysis" Review - September 23, 2011
Season 5 picked up with the aftermath of Penny and Raj's night together.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Engagement Reaction" Review - May 13, 2011
Do NOT let your ex-girlfriends bond over your sex life.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Agreement Dissection" Review - April 28, 2011
Pria dissects the famous roommate agreement and AFF has a smoking monkey!
The Big Bang Theory: "The Herb Garden Germination" Review - April 8, 2011
Rumors are flying and even Sheldon is helpless to resist.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Zarnecki Incursion" Review - April 1, 2011
Sheldon's World of Warcraft account gets hacked!
The Big Bang Theory: "The Prestidigitation Approximation" Review - March 11, 2011
You know what they say about women who try to change you, right?
The Big Bang Theory: "The Toast Derivation" Review - February 24, 2011
Sheldon's new friends have fun wrong and LeVar Burton gives up on Twitter.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Cohabitation Formulation" Review - February 19, 2011
Three ladies in one episode get the boys in a he-man mood.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Benefactor Factor" Review - February 10, 2011
Sheldon pimps out Leonard for a shiny new toy.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Thespian Catalyst" Review - February 4, 2011
Raj does Bollywood and Sheldon has an acting breakthrough.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Love Car Displacement" Review - January 21, 2011
An ex-boyfriend makes Howard question his manhood.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Bus Pants Utilization Review - January 7, 2011
Would you buy an shoe app created by Penny and Sheldon? Of course you would!
The Big Bang Theory: "The Justice League Recombination" Review - December 17, 2010
Penny in a Wonder Woman costume FTW!
The Big Bang Theory: "The Alien Parasite Hypothesis" Review - December 10, 2010
It's about time we addressed the whole Sheldon/Amy Farrah Fowler sex issue.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Boyfriend Complexity" Review - November 19, 2010
Penny's dad pays a visit.
The Big Bang Theory: "The 21-Second Excitation" Review - November 14, 2010
A glorious tribute to the non sequitur.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Apology Insufficiency" Review - November 4, 2010
Eliza Dushku, FBI!
The Big Bang Theory: "The Irish Pub Formulation" Review - October 29, 2010
Raj's hot sister and Caprica regrets.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Desperation Emanation" Review - October 22, 2010
Sheldon tries to deal with meeting Amy Farrah Fowler's mom.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Hot Troll Deviation" Review - October 15, 2010
Starbuck and Sulu invade Wolowitz's mind.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Zazzy Substitution" Review - October 8, 2010
Are two Sheldon's better than one? Well, yes and no.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Cruciferous Vegetable Amplification" Review - October 1, 2010
Steve Wozniak guest stars, as Sheldon tries to live a longer life.
The Big Bang Theory: "Robotic Manipulation" Review - September 24, 2010
Sheldon's dating his clone!
The Big Bang Theory - The Complete Third Season DVD Review - September 17, 2010
Nerds just wanna have fun.
The Big Bang Theory: Season 3 Review - June 3, 2010
This strong season lived up to the show's status as the highest rated sitcom on TV.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Lunar Excitation" Review - May 25, 2010
As Season 3 comes to a close, has Sheldon found his soulmate?
The Big Bang Theory: "The Jiminy Conjecture" Review - September 29, 2009
Sheldon is proven wrong? Could it be possible?
The Big Bang Theory: "The Electric Can Opener Fluctuation" Review - September 18, 2009
Who says prayer doesn't work?
The Big Bang Theory: Season 2 Review - May 19, 2009
There was no slowing down this sophmore show.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Monopolar Expedition" Review - May 12, 2009
This felt like a bad alternate ending to the season.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Classified Materials Turbulance" Review - May 5, 2009
Not all poop jokes are bad.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Vegas Renormalization" Review - April 28, 2009
Sheldon learns more about the 'friends with benefits' arrangement.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Hofstadter Isotope" Review - April 14, 2009
Who is Batman's rightful successor?
The Big Bang Theory: "The Dead Hooker Juxtaposition" Review - April 1, 2009
When a new hot female moves in, Penny tries to stand her ground.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Work Song Nanocluster" Review - March 17, 2009
Penny becomes an entrepreneur.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Terminator Decoupling" Review - March 10, 2009
It's hot in here - it must be Summer.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Cushion Saturation" Review - March 3, 2009
Penny ruins Sheldon's favorite spot.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Maternal Capacitance" Review - February 10, 2009
A visit from Leonard's mother brings Leonard and Penny together.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Financial Permeability" Review - February 3, 2009
Leonard faces Penny's ex once again.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Friendship Algorithm" Review - January 20, 2009
Sheldon tries to make a new friend.
The Big Bang Theory: "The Killer Robot Instability" Review - January 13, 2009
The guys build a killer robot and challenge Elmer Fudd.
Previews
Fall 2011 TV Preview - September 2, 2011
Dexter, Walking Dead, South Park, Chuck, Beavis and Butt-head's return and so much more await you...
TV Shows Coming to Comic-Con 2011 - July 10, 2011
Dexter, Chuck, Community, Walking Dead, Beavis and Butt-head, Game of Thrones and many more are headed to San Diego.
Big Bang Theory Season 4 Announced for DVD, Blu-ray - June 10, 2011
Details on the complete fourth season, plus the cool, sci-fi-inspired box art.
Big Bang Theory Season 4 Announced for DVD, Blu-ray - June 10, 2011
Details on the complete fourth season, plus the cool, sci-fi-inspired box art.
2011 Midseason TV Preview - January 3, 2011
V's return, Spartacus' prequel, Summer Glau fighting crime, Game of Thrones and much more are headed to your TVs in the weeks to come.
Community is Back in Class - September 22, 2010
We talk to the cast about the new season, new guest stars and more.
Mike & Molly: "We're Fat and the Show's Funny" - July 28, 2010
Sitcom mega-producer Chuck Lorre and M&M; cast break a few chairs.
Big Bang's Latest Theory - July 12, 2010
Now with box art.
Big Bang's Latest Theory - July 12, 2010
Now with box art.
Big Bang Theory Evolves - June 23, 2010
First the first time in HD, along with SD.
Big Bang Theory Evolves - June 23, 2010
First the first time in HD, along with SD.
Big Bang Theory: Sheldon vs. Wil Wheaton - Part 2! - April 10, 2010
Jim Parsons talks about Sheldon taking on his enemy again.
Fall 2009 TV Preview: Day Two - September 1, 2009
What's starting up 9/18 to 9/21, including Heroes, House, and Curb Your Enthusiasm.
Big Bang's Second Theory - July 30, 2009
Exploding to DVD.
W2W: Harold, Kumar & Jack Bauer - January 9, 2009
Four hours of 24.
Fall 2008 TV Preview: Day Two - August 26, 2008
Shows premiering 9/13 to 9/22, including Heroes, Smallville and more!
SDCC 08: Big Bang Theory Meets Mythbusters - July 12, 2008
The geeks get a Savage host at Comic-Con.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 5/10 - 5/12/08 - May 9, 2008
American Gladiators, The Simpsons, Indiana Jones Trilogy and more.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 4/26 - 4/28/08 - April 25, 2008
House, The Simpsons, Family Guy and more.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 4/19 - 4/21/08 - April 18, 2008
Big Bang Theory, Desperate Housewives, CSI Miami and more.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 4/12 - 4/14/08 - April 11, 2008
The Simpsons, Dirt, Bones and more.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 4/5 - 4/7/08 - April 4, 2008
Dirt, NCAA Championship, WWE RAW and more.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 3/21 - 3/24/08 - March 20, 2008
Futurama, CSI Miami, Dirt and more.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 3/15 - 3/17/08 - March 14, 2008
The Big Bang Theory, John Adams Miniseries, SNL and more.
What 2 Watch Wednesday: 2/06/08 - February 5, 2008
CSI NY, MythBusters, The Daily Show and more.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 1/19 - 1/21/08 - January 18, 2008
The Amazing Race, Prison Break, Wildfire and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 1/12 - 1/14/08 - January 11, 2008
Prison Break, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Family Guy and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 1/5 - 1/7/08 - January 4, 2008
American Gladiators return! Plus The Wire, Simpsons, and more!
What 2 Watch - Super Duper Holiday Spectacular - December 21, 2007
Everything worth watching over the holidays.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 12/15 - 12/17/07 - December 14, 2007
Dexter, Journeyman, The Simpsons and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 11/17 - 11/19/07 - November 16, 2007
Weeds, Heroes, Chuck and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 11/10 - 11/12/07 - November 9, 2007
Heroes, Prison Break, Curb Your Enthusiasm and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 11/3 - 11/5/07 - November 2, 2007
Amazing Race, Heroes, Samantha Who? and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 10/27 - 10/29/07 - October 26, 2007
Dexter, How I Met Your Mother, Heroes and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 10/20 - 10/22/07 - October 19, 2007
Dexter, Prison Break, Heroes and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 10/13 - 10/15/07 - October 12, 2007
Dexter, Heroes, Samantha Who? and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 10/6 - 10/8/07 - October 5, 2007
Naruto, Dexter, Heroes and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 9/29 - 10/1/07 - September 28, 2007
Check out our advance reviews for Dexter, Brotherhood, Chuck, Journeyman, plus previews for Heroes, Family Guy and a whole lot more!
Preview: The Big Bang Theory - September 22, 2007
A new, nerd-centered sitcom for CBS Mondays.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 9/22 - 9/24/07 - September 21, 2007
The Simpsons, Chuck, Heroes and so much more!
News
Mad Men, Modern Family Win Emmys - Dinklage Wins for Game of Thrones - September 18, 2011
Emmy acting categories include several first-time winners, including Friday Night Lights's Kyle Chandler.
The Big Guide to Comic-Con 2011 - July 8, 2011
Check out all the panels you can't miss. Or else.
Premiere Dates for Abrams/Nolan's Person of Interest, Survivor, More... - June 29, 2011
CBS announces their 2011-2012 schedule, including the return date for the new, Charlie Sheen-less Two and a Half Men.
Warner Bros. TV at Comic-Con: Supernatural, Chuck, Fringe, Alcatraz, More - June 21, 2011
Nikita, Alcatraz and The Vampire Diaries among the record 16 shows being sent by TV studio.
No Dark Knight Rises at Comic-Con? - June 13, 2011
Studios pull back on their SDCC plans.
Abrams' Person of Interest Taking Over CSI's Timeslot - May 18, 2011
CBS makes a big move on its new schedule.
Boardwalk Empire, Glee Big Golden Globe TV Winners - January 16, 2011
Big Bang's Jim Parsons, Sons of Anarchy's Katey Sagal also win.
Big Bang Bangin' 'Til 2014 - January 12, 2011
CBS renews sitcom smash for the next three seasons.
Out With $#*!, In With Rules at CBS - December 22, 2010
Spade's comedy replacing Shatner's. Plus, new procedurals and redemption for Survivor!
The Big Bang Yields an I'm.Mortal - October 18, 2010
Galecki joins Timberlake and Seyfried in sci-fi thriller.
Big Bang for Eliza Dushku - September 23, 2010
Buffy alum guests on hit comedy.
Cuoco Cuckoo After Injury - September 17, 2010
Big Bang star banged up, but the show will go on.
Big Bang Theory Cast Just Got Paid - September 16, 2010
Rich NERRRRRDS!
Mad Men, Modern Family Win Emmys; Nothing for Lost - August 29, 2010
Glee's Jane Lynch, Big Bang's Jim Parsons among the other winners.
Katee Sackhoff Bangs Big Again - August 26, 2010
The former Starbuck is once again playing the former Starbuck.
NBC Comments on Carell's Office Departure; Announces 30 Rock Live Episode - July 30, 2010
Plus news on Parks and Recreation, The Cape and more.
Big Bang Theory: Will Sheldon Get Lucky? - July 28, 2010
The cast and creators talk about their new night and Sheldon's new friend.
SDCC 10: TV Panels at Comic-Con - July 14, 2010
Chuck, Smallville, The Walking Dead, Simpsons and... Castle?
Community: Professor Betty White! - July 14, 2010
As the NBC sitcom prepares to battle The Big Bang Theory, they bring in a powerful weapon.
Lost, True Blood, Glee Among Emmy Nominees - July 8, 2010
Love for Modern Family, Friday Night Lights, Mad Men, 30 Rock and... The Tonight Show With Conan O'Brien?
SDCC 10: Details on Chuck, Smallville, Supernatural, Fringe Panels - June 29, 2010
Warner Bros. TV announces their Comic-Con plans, including Nikita, V, Human Target and more.
Modern Family, Glee, Lost and Clone Wars Get TV Critics Love - June 4, 2010
Check out the nominations for the Television Critics Association Awards.
Big Bang Cast Seeks Big Bang Raises - June 3, 2010
Three of the stars of the hit sitcom want CBS to pony up more cash.
Survivor and Big Bang Theory Moving to New Nights - May 19, 2010
CBS makes notable changes on their schedule next season.
Doctor Horrible Sequel Update - March 26, 2010
Cast members discuss the possibility of the webseries becoming a feature film.
Stan Lee vs. Big Bang's Sheldon - January 10, 2010
Comic icon to guest on Theory. Plus, who's playing Koothrappal drunk hook up?
CBS Orders Chuck Lorre's Funny Fat Pilot - December 17, 2009
Plus, Emmy Rossum joins Showtime's Shameless remake.
More Mother; Less Numb3rs for CBS - November 5, 2009
Numb3rs looks to be on its last legs, while other CBS series get additional episodes.
Big Bang for Katee Sackhoff - October 21, 2009
BSG's Starbuck and Number Six both appearing on CBS comedies.
Battlestar, True Blood Win Big at Television Critics Association Awards - August 1, 2009
Winners also include Mad Men, Breaking Bad and Big Bang Theory.
Family Guy, 30 Rock and Conchords Among Notable Emmy Nominations - July 16, 2009
Lost, Mad Men, Breaking Bad and Damages also get lots of love.
SDCC 09: Television Panels at Comic-Con - July 12, 2009
Lost, Heroes, Family Guy, Dexter, Dollhouse, Chuck, Fringe, 24, Star Wars and much more.
Airdates for Survivor: Samoa and NCIS: Los Angeles - June 25, 2009
CBS announces premiere dates, along with 09-10 schedule.
SDCC 09: Big Bang Theory Hits Comic-Con - June 22, 2009
The comedy cast returns.
Lost, Battlestar, Fringe and Star Trek Among TCA Nominations - June 5, 2009
Television Critics Association also has lots of love for The Shield.
New Timeslots for How I Met Your Mother, Big Bang Theory, Mentalist - May 20, 2009
CBS's fall schedule includes a couple of notable changes.
Much More Big Bang and Two and a Half Men - March 18, 2009
The two hit comedies will continue for several more seasons.
More How I Met Your Mother Scripts Ordered - March 11, 2009
Could this be an early sign for a full season order?
Big Bang Theory Getting a Multi-Season Order? - March 3, 2009
CBS looks to order up in hit comedies.
Fringe, Battlestar, Dollhouse Headline Paley Fest - February 18, 2009
This year's festival includes the casts of True Blood, Dr. Horrible and more.
Big Bang for Summer Glau - February 11, 2009
Terminator star guesting on CBS comedy.
Notable Changes for CBS Lineup - May 14, 2008
A new show on every weeknight, a new comedy block and more.
How I Met Your Mother and Big Bang Theory Swap Time Slots - February 20, 2008
Schedule change begins as new episodes debut.
CBS Renews Big Bang Theory, CSI, Two and a Half Men and More - February 15, 2008
Several series set for next fall, but fate of Moonlight and How I Met Your Mother still uncertain.
Met Your Mother, Moonlight and CSI Return Dates Announced - February 13, 2008
CBS sets schedule for all returning series.
How I Met Your Mother, Moonlight Ready for Return - February 12, 2008
CBS going back into production on most series; Unit and Shark excluded.
CBS Orders More Big Bang - October 19, 2007
The Big Bang Theory and The Unit get full season orders.
A Big Bang Reunion for Roseanne's Gilbert and Galecki - September 4, 2007
Sara Gilbert joins her former costar's new CBS comedy, The Big Bang Theory.
Wolverine Will Sing on CBS; Amazing Race Put on Hold - May 16, 2007
CBS's full fall lineup includes new Hugh Jackman series; vampire themed Moonlight, and more.
Vampires and Musicals for CBS - May 15, 2007
CBS picks up vampire drama Moonlight, Hugh Jackman's musical Laughlin, and more.
Features
The 2011 TV Show Obituary - May 17, 2011
V, The Cape, Human Target and The Event are among our list of shows that won't be back on network schedules this fall.
Babe of the Day: Katee Sackhoff - October 21, 2010
Katee's hot. So Say We All!
Channel Surfing Podcast, Episode 103 - August 27, 2010
Walking Dead's debut date is set, Chuck gets some cool new guest stars and more.
Fall 2010 TV Preview - August 23, 2010
Check out our entire five day look at the new TV season! Find out what's starting up from September through November!
Channel Surfing Podcast, Episode 97 - June 14, 2010
True Blood's return, Torchwood's return, Supernatural turns anime and more.
The 2010 TV Show Obituary - June 5, 2010
Lost, 24, Heroes, Scrubs, FlashForward and more are part of our full list of the series that won't be back next season.
Bazinga! Sheldon Speaks - January 29, 2010
The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons tells us what's in store for our favorite TV geek.
Channel Surfing Podcast, Episode 75 - October 23, 2009
Whedon directing Glee, Smallville's JSA, Ninja Turtles' future and a Bozon invasion.
Fall TV: Premiere Review Round Up - September 25, 2009
A handy guide to our looks at this season's premieres.
IGN's Emmy Picks - September 17, 2009
What shows and stars we want to win -- and who should've been nominated.
When Will Heroes & Cleveland Show Be On This Fall? - June 30, 2009
Your guide to when everything is airing this fall.
IGN TV's Season Review Round Up - May 29, 2009
We take a season-long look at over 40 TV series.
TV Season Finale Review Round Up - May 28, 2009
A handy guide to our looks at this season's finales.
What TV Shows Have Been Cancelled? - May 22, 2009
IGN's complete list of cancellations and renewals.
Exploring The Big Bang Theory - January 29, 2009
IGN visits the set of the hit comedy and speaks to the cast.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 3/29 - 3/31/08 - March 28, 2008
NCAA's Elite Eight, classic movies, The Simpsons and more.
Last Week's Best Episode (3/14 - 3/20/08) - March 24, 2008
A new HBO miniseries impresses everyone.
The James Bond of the Geeks - March 14, 2008
The Big Bang Theory's Simon Helberg discusses his lothario character, Howard.
Fall 2007 TV Preview: Day Two - September 5, 2007
From Heroes to Bionic Woman, what's premiering 9/24 to 9/26.
Singers and Swingers Stand Out for CBS - May 18, 2007
IGN's first reactions to CBS's new series, including an intriguing looking Hugh Jackman musical and a 1970's swingers series.
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