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Congratulations to Regina King (Janine Davis) who won the Best Actress Emmy tonight! More

Melissa Rauch and Mayim Bialik star in this hilarious video about voting. NSFW!

What the Cast Is Doing Now

10 Controversies That Almost Killed the Show

The show was nominated for a 2019 Teen Choice Award for Comedy TV Show and won! Also, Jim Parsons was nominated for TV Actor and Kaley Cuoco was nominated for Comedy TV Actress.

Laurie Metcalf is nominated for a Tony Award for "Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play" for her play "Hillary and Clinton." Watch the Tony Awards tonight on CBS!

CBS THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 16 CBS ANNOUNCES THE NEW SPECIAL “UNRAVELING THE MYSTERY: A BIG BANG FAREWELL” TO AIR THURSDAY, MAY 16
FOLLOWING THE SERIES FINALE OF TELEVISION’S #1 COMEDY,
“THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AND THE SECOND SEASON FINALE OF “YOUNG SHELDON,” JOHNNY GALECKI AND KALEY CUOCO WILL TAKE FANS BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE LONGEST-RUNNING MULTI-CAMERA COMEDY SERIES IN A SPECIAL RETROSPECTIVE
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – CBS announces the new special UNRAVELING THE MYSTERY: A BIG BANG FAREWELL, to air following the series finale of television’s #1 comedy, THE BIG BANG THEORY, as well as the second season finale of YOUNG SHELDON, Thursday, May 16 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. During this 30-minute special retrospective, series stars Johnny Galecki and Kaley Cuoco take viewers behind the scenes of the longest-running multi-camera comedy series in television history.
In the special, Galecki and Cuoco will lead fans on a trip down memory lane, sharing some of the best-kept backstage secrets and personal memories from the past 12 years. They will reveal their favorite moments playing beloved characters Leonard and Penny, and revisit some of the most memorable stories from “The Big Bang Theory Stage.” In addition, the special will feature a tour of the iconic sets, including Leonard and Sheldon’s apartment. This special farewell will include unforgettable clips and interviews to celebrate this beloved series.

Sara Gilbert (ex-Leslie) and the other hosts are nominated for a Daytime Emmy for their work in "The Talk" in the category Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host.

Petition for one more season of the show

Kaley Cuoco's Wedding Almost Ruined by a Horse 9/23

Kaley Cuoco honors John Ritter on 15th anniversary of his death: 'Love you forever' 9/11

How Kaley Cuoco Became One of the Highest-Paid Women on TV 8/23/18

Kaley Cuoco opens up about post-wedding shoulder surgery 7/6/18

Johnny Galecki Congratulates ‘My Fake Wife’ Kaley Cuoco on Her Wedding 7/2/18

Kaley Cuoco breaks down while exchanging wedding vows to Karl Cook 7/2

Laurie Metcalf won a Tony for the second year in the row

Two great articles about "Boys in the Band" on Broadway, starring Jim Parsons (Sheldon). EW Variety

JOHNNY GALECKI’S ‘SCIJINKS’ PREMIERING WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 ON SCIENCE CHANNEL
Using cutting-edge science as the foundation for outrageous stunts and practical jokes, SCIJINKS, the all-new science prank show hosted by Johnny Galecki, will premiere Wednesday, May 16 at 10 PM ET/PT on Science Channel . Galecki orchestrates a team of inventive scientists who use science to feed people’s minds, and to mess with their heads. Galecki’s Alcide Bava Productions, and A. Smith & Co. Productions are producing the series, which is comprised of eight 30-minute episodes. Read Our Interview with Tamara!
Galecki, along with science “prankologists” Tamara Robertson and Jason Latimer, test out science on unsuspecting marks, drawing from chemistry, physics, technology, engineering and more, with never-before-seen pranks that will introduce audiences to remarkable and unusual scientific discoveries. From showcasing classic chemical reactions under the guise of a cooking class, to controlling the movement of objects with their brains using electroencephalography, the pranks not only contain mind-blowing science, but a heaping dose of chaos too.
With a professional acting career that spans more than 25 years, Johnny Galecki is best known for his roles on two hugely popular television series, Roseanne and The Big Bang Theory. He currently stars on the CBS sitcom, which is airing Season 11. As socially awkward physicist Leonard Hofstadter, Galecki has garnered an Emmy and Golden Globe nomination, along with those from the Critic’s Choice Awards, People’s Choice Awards and four consecutive ensemble nominations by the Screen Actors Guild Awards, among others. Along with numerous television movies, his credits include guest roles on My Name is Earl and Entourage, as well as lending his voice to such animated series as American Dad! and Family Guy.
Galecki portrayed band manager Terry Ork in the 2013 indie movie CBGB about the legendary punk rock club in New York City, and appeared in Peter Berg’s superhero film Hancock. Other film credits include the Don Roos films The Opposite of Sex, Bounce and Happy Endings, Cameron Crowe’s Vanilla Sky, the hit horror film I Know What You Did Last Summer, Suicide Kings, Playing Mona Lisa and the comedy classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, playing Rusty, the son of dad Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase).
A longtime patron of the theater, Galecki has himself been involved in live theater since age six. Among numerous credits, he starred in Douglas Carter Beane’s Tony-nominated Broadway play The Little Dog Laughed, receiving a Theater World Award for outstanding Broadway debut. His other theater credits include The Drawer Boy and Pot Mom at Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theater, Galileo at the Goodman Theater and The Member of the Wedding, for which he was nominated for a Joseph Jefferson Award at the age of eleven.
SCIJINKS is produced by Alcide Bava Productions and A. Smith & Co. Productions for Science Channel. Johnny Galecki is executive producer for Alcide Bava Productions. Arthur Smith, Frank Sinton and Anthony Storm are executive producers for A. Smith & Co. Productions. Andrew Haas is also executive producer. Caroline Perez is executive producer for Science Channel.
About Science Channel: Science Channel, a multi-media business unit of Discovery Communications, is the home of all things science around the clock, including series such as MYTHBUSTERS, OUTRAGEOUS ACTS OF SCIENCE, WHAT ON EARTH?, HOW THE UNIVERSE WORKS, UNEARTHED, and HOW IT’S MADE. Science Channel’s programming also included timely, expert-driven specials covering breaking science news and discoveries. Science Channel is the premiere TV, digital and social community for those with a passion for science, space, technology, archeology, and engineering, providing immersive, engaging, high-quality entertainment across all Science Channel assets including: Science Channel television network, available in more than 72 million homes in the U.S; complimentary Video On Demand offering; SCI Go app allowing viewers to catch up on full episodes of their favorite shows anytime; deep video, interactive storytelling and virtual reality at www.sciencechannel.com; and conversations on Science Channel’s popular social platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat via @ScienceChannel.
About Discovery: Discovery, Inc. (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) is a global leader in real life entertainment, serving a passionate audience of superfans around the world with content that inspires, informs and entertains. Discovery delivers over 8,000 hours of original programming each year and has category leadership across deeply loved content genres around the world. Available in 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Discovery is a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens, including TV Everywhere products such as the GO portfolio of apps and Discovery Kids Play; direct-to-consumer streaming services such as Eurosport Player and Motor Trend OnDemand; and digital-first and social content from Group Nine Media. Discovery’s portfolio of premium brands includes Discovery Channel, HGTV, Food Network, TLC, Investigation Discovery, Travel Channel, Turbo/Velocity, Animal Planet, and Science Channel, as well as OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network in the U.S., Discovery Kids in Latin America, and Eurosport, the leading provider of locally relevant, premium sports and Home of the Olympic Games across Europe. For more information, please visit www.corporate.discovery.com and follow @DiscoveryIncTV across social platforms.
About Alcide Bava: In 2014, Galecki established Alcide Bava Productions, which is focused on developing TV series and feature films. He teamed up with writer/director Bobby Miller to executive produce the film Master Cleanse, which premiered at the 2016 SXSW Film Festival in Austin.
Alcide Bava is currently producing a new CBS comedy, Living Biblically, which will premiere on February 26, 2018. Directed by multi-Emmy winner Andy Ackerman (Seinfeld, Cheers), with Galecki serving as an executive producer, the comedy series is adapted by A.J. Jacobs and Patrick Walsh from Jacobs’ nonfiction book about a man who tries to live in accordance with the Bible’s teachings as closely as possible.
About A. Smith & Co. Productions: A. Smith & Co. Productions creates some of the most innovative, highly rated, and high-quality programming for the domestic and international television marketplace. The company has produced more than 4,000 hours of award-winning programming - with budgets totaling well over one billion dollars across more than 47 broadcast and cable networks. Current productions include “Hell’s Kitchen," “American Ninja Warrior,” “The Titan Games,” “Unsung,” “Inside the Label,” “American Ninja Warrior: Ninja vs. Ninja,” “NFL Pro Bowl Skills Showdown,” “Acting Out,” “The Dunk King,” “The Game of Dating,” and “That Awkward Game Show.” Past hits include “Kitchen Nightmares,” “Ellen’s Design Challenge,” “Full Throttle Saloon,” “Wizard Wars,” “Conspiracy Theory with Jesse Ventura,” “UFC Countdown,” “Joe Rogan Questions Everything,” “Paradise Hotel,” “I Survived a Japanese Game Show,” “The Swan,” “Trading Spaces,” “Celebrity Duets,” “Pros vs. Joes,” “Skating with Celebrities,” and many others. For more information, visit www.asmithco.com .

Laurie Metcalf Interview 2/21

Laurie Metcalf is nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for "Lady Bird."

1/9 “THE BIG BANG THEORY” IS WEEK’S TOP SCRIPTED PROGRAM DELIVERING LARGEST AUDIENCE SINCE SEASON PREMIERE
CBS Has Top 11 Scripted Shows and Wins Four Nights in Viewers
THE BIG BANG THEORY was the week’s most-watched scripted program with 16.16 million viewers (up +18% from 13.74m) and was also #1 among scripted series among adults 25-54 (+18%, 4.7/14 from 4.0/14). Both were the show’s best numbers in these demos since its Sept. 25, 2017 season premiere.
CBS had the top 11 scripted broadcasts in viewers for the week (behind sports and award show coverage): THE BIG BANG THEORY (#5 overall and #1 scripted), YOUNG SHELDON (#6), NCIS (#7), BULL (#8), BLUE BLOODS (#9), HAWAII FIVE-0 (#10), MOM (#11), NCIS: NEW ORLEANS (#12), NCIS: LOS ANGELES (#15), MACGYVER (#16) and LIFE IN PIECES (#18).
Source: Nielsen Live Plus Same Day Ratings for week ending Jan. 7, 2018

Kaley Cuoco ‘Extremely Focused And Hard Working’ On ‘Big Bang Theory’ Set 10/24

TV Ratings: ‘Big Bang Theory’ Leads Slow Monday 10/24

Big Bang Theory star Simon Helberg gets new comedy series at CBS 10/24

Producers of ‘Big Bang Theory’ hope to strike gold with ‘Young Sheldon’ 10/20

‘Big Bang Theory’ star Mayim Bialik apologises after being accused of “victim blaming” in response to Harvey Weinstein scandal 10/19

'Big Bang Theory' actress Melissa Rauch opens up about pregnancy loss: 'You are not alone' 10/17

'Big Bang' Bucks: Inside The Mega-Money Of CBS' Hit Show 9/28

‘The Big Bang Theory’: Bob Newhart To Return As Professor Proton In Season 11 9/26

CBS SHELDON VISITS HIS OLDER BROTHER, GEORGIE, IN TEXAS, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, SEPT. 13 Jerry O'Connell Guest Stars as Sheldon's Older Brother, Georgie
"The Sibling Realignment" - When Sheldon learns that his mother won't attend his wedding unless he invites his brother, Georgie (Jerry O'Connell), he and Leonard travel to Texas to end a family feud. Also, the Wolowitz kids inadvertently infest Amy, Bernadette, Wolowitz and Koothrappali with pinkeye, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 13 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/3/18.)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Marc Cendrowski Promo

CBS IT'S BACHELOR AND BACHELORETTE PARTY NIGHT FOR SHELDON AND AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, SEPT. 10
Peter MacNicol Guest Stars as Doctor Wolcott, a Brilliant Scientist
"The Reclusive Potential" - A brilliant but reclusive scientist, Doctor Wolcott (Peter MacNicol), invites Sheldon to his cabin in the middle of nowhere, and Leonard, Raj and Howard go along for the trip. Also, Penny and Bernadette improvise after Amy doesn't like the tame bachelorette party they planned for her, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 10 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/12/18.)
STORY BY: Maria Ferrari & Anthony Del Broccolo & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Eric Kaplan & Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski Sneak Peek

CBS LEONARD RUNS AGAINST SHELDON FOR PRESIDENT OF THE TENANTS ASSOCIATION, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, AUGUST 23
"The Tenant Disassociation" - When Leonard learns Sheldon is the president of the tenants association, he decides to run against him. Also, Bernadette encourages Wolowitz and Koothrappali to find the owner of a drone after they find it in the backyard, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 23 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/5/18.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST CAST: Michelle Arthur (Mrs. Petrescu)
Parvesh Cheena (Marcus)
Bob Stephenson (Wendell)
Megan McGown (Cynthia)
STORY BY: Steve Holland & Jeremy Howe & Trevor Alper Promo
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS BERNADETTE GIVES BIRTH, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
"The Neonatal Nomenclature" - When Bernadette won't go into labor, all her friends try different tactics to get things started. Also, Wolowitz confronts Bernadette after Amy accidentally reveals she's already chosen their son's name, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 9 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/1/18.)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Tara Hernandez & Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Gay Linvill Promo

CBS KOOTHRAPPALI IS CAUGHT BETWEEN A ROCK AND A HARD PLACE WHEN HE DISCOVERS HE'S DATING A MARRIED WOMAN, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JULY 26 Promo
Walton Goggins and Beth Behrs Guest Star as Husband and Wife, Oliver and Nell
"The Separation Triangulation" - Koothrappali finds himself in the middle of domestic drama when he learns the woman he's dating, Nell (Beth Behrs), has a very upset husband, Oliver (Walton Goggins). Also, when Sheldon rents his old room back for a quiet place to work, he drives Leonard crazy by being a model tenant, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 26 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/18/18.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Steve Holland & Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY HELPS SHELDON FIGURE OUT HIS NEXT MOVE IN SCIENCE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 19 Promo
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary
“The Solo Oscillation” – When Sheldon kicks Amy out to work solo, she and Leonard bond during a series of science experiments. Also, Bert the geologist replaces Wolowitz in the band Footprints on the Moon, and Sheldon finds Penny a surprising source of scientific inspiration, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 19 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon’s mother, Mary. (Originally broadcast 1/11/18.)
RECURRING CAST: Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.S)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steve Holland & Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON PLANS AN AUTHENTIC “LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE” DINNER FOR AMY’S BIRTHDAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 12
“The Celebration Reverberation” – Sheldon and Wolowitz plan birthday celebrations for Amy and Halley, respectively. Also, Leonard receives a Christmas letter from his brother that causes him to spiral out about his own lack of accomplishments, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/14/17.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.S)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Alex Ayers
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE GANG FLASHES BACK TO 2010 AS LEONARD TRIES TO REMEMBER WHERE HE KEPT A POTENTIALLY VALUABLE INVESTMENT, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 5 Promo
“The Bitcoin Entanglement” – Sheldon tries to teach the guys a lesson after they cut him out of a potentially valuable Bitcoin investment. Also, a seven-year-old video reveals a secret about Leonard and Penny’s relationship, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 5 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/30/17.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Brian Thomas Smith (Zack)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Andy Gordon, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari, Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY MAKES A SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 28 Promo
Bestselling Author Neil Gaiman Guest Stars as Himself
“The Comet Polarization” – Sheldon’s comic book store experiences changes when writer Neil Gaiman puts Stuart’s store on the map. Also, Koothrappali takes credit for Penny’s astronomical discovery, and friendships are threatened, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 28 (8:31-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/19/18.)
GUEST CAST: Neil Gaiman (Himself)
Lauren Lapkus (Denise)
Patrick Daniel (Grant)
STORY BY: Steve Holland & Bill Prady & Eric Kaplan
TELEPLAY BY: Maria Ferrari & Andy Gordon & Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

IT’S BACHELOR AND BACHELORETTE PARTY NIGHT FOR SHELDON AND AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 28 Promo
Peter MacNicol Guest Stars as Doctor Wolcott, a Brilliant Scientist
“The Reclusive Potential” – A brilliant but reclusive scientist, Doctor Wolcott (Peter MacNicol), invites Sheldon to his cabin in the middle of nowhere, and Leonard, Raj and Howard go along for the trip. Also, Penny and Bernadette improvise after Amy doesn’t like the tame bachelorette party they planned for her, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 28 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/12/18.)
GUEST CAST: Peter MacNicol (Doctor Wolcott)
James Maslow (Bartender)
Edward James Gage (Mailman)
STORY BY: Maria Ferrari & Anthony Del Broccolo & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Eric Kaplan & Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS LEONARD AND WOLOWITZ GO TO BARRY KRIPKE FOR HELP AFTER SHELDON BETRAYS THEM, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JUNE 21
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams Promo
"The Tesla Recoil" - Leonard and Wolowitz are furious after they learn Sheldon went to work with the military behind their backs. Also, while Bernadette is on bed rest, she asks Raj to do some digging when she suspects Ruchi is trying to steal her job, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 21 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/16/17.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

SHELDON TRIES TO KEEP HIS GEOLOGY COLLABORATION WITH BERT A SECRET, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 14
“The Geology Methodology” – Sheldon and Bert collaborate on a research project, despite Sheldon’s embarrassment. Also, Penny and Bernadette coach Koothrappali on how to navigate his relationship with Ruchi (Swati Kapila), on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 14 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/9/17.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart) Promo
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Swati Kapila (Ruchi)
GUEST CAST: Elka Rodriguez (Rose Lady)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Anthony Del Broccolo, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PHILANTHROPIST BILL GATES MAKES AN APPEARANCE, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, MAY 24
"The Gates Excitation" - Penny gets the opportunity to host Bill Gates at work when his company wants to partner with her pharmaceutical company. Also, Leonard, Koothrappali and Wolowitz do everything in their power to meet him, while Sheldon thinks he is the victim of an April Fools prank, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 24 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/29/18.)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Andy Gordon
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Tara Hernadnez & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski Promo

CBS BERNADETTE GIVES BIRTH, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, MAY 21
"The Neonatal Nomenclature" - When Bernadette won't go into labor, all her friends try different tactics to get things started. Also, Wolowitz confronts Bernadette after Amy accidentally reveals she's already chosen their son's name, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 21 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/1/18.)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Tara Hernandez & Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Gay Linvill Promo

CBS SHELDON AND AMY'S WEDDING PLANS HIT A SNAG IN THE FORM OF BARRY KRIPKE, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, MAY 21
John Ross Bowie Returns as Kripke
"The Athenaeum Allocation" - Leonard jumps through hoops to help secure the perfect wedding venue for Sheldon and Amy. Also, Bernadette and Wolowitz have a hard time deciding who should stay at home with the kids and who should go back to work, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 21 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. John Ross Bowie returns as Kripke. (Originally broadcast 3/8/18.)
STORY BY: Steve Holland & Steven Molaro & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski Promo

SHELDON AND AMY’S FAMILIES ARRIVE FOR THE WEDDING, ON THE 11th SEASON FINALE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 10 Promo
Guest Stars Include Academy Award Winner Kathy Bates, Legendary Actor Mark Hamill, and Writer and Producer Teller
John Ross Bowie, Courtney Henggeler, Lauren Lapkus, Laurie Metcalf, Jerry O’Connell, Brian Posehn and Wil Wheaton Return
“The Bow Tie Asymmetry” – When Amy’s parents and Sheldon’s family arrive for the wedding, everybody is focused on making sure all goes according to plan – everyone except the bride and groom, on the 11th season finale of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 10 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Jerry O’Connell (George)
Courtney Henggeler (Missy)
Lauren Lapkus (Denise)
GUEST CAST: Teller (Mr. Fowler)
Kathy Bates (Mrs. Fowler)
Mark Hamill (Himself)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steven Molaro & Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Eric Kaplan & Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Marc Cendrowski

LEONARD FINDS HIMSELF IN AN AWKWARD SPOT AFTER HE ASKS HIS FRIENDS FOR FEEDBACK ON HIS NOVEL, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, MAY 17
Christine Baranski and Wil Wheaton Return to Guest Star
"The Novelization Correlation" - When Sheldon petitions Wil Wheaton to appear on the new Professor Proton show, Wil offers a role to Amy instead. Also, Penny gets angry when she thinks the female protagonist in Leonard's novel is based on her, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 17 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Christine Baranski and Wil Wheaton return to guest star. (Originally broadcast 2/1/18.)
STORY BY: Steve Holland & Andy Gordon & Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski Promo

LEONARD FINDS HIMSELF IN AN AWKWARD SPOT AFTER HE ASKS HIS FRIENDS FOR FEEDBACK ON HIS NOVEL, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 17
Christine Baranski and Wil Wheaton Return to Guest Star
“The Novelization Correlation” – When Sheldon petitions Wil Wheaton to appear on the new Professor Proton show, Wil offers a role to Amy instead. Also, Penny gets angry when she thinks the female protagonist in Leonard’s novel is based on her, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 17 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Christine Baranski and Wil Wheaton return to guest star. (Originally broadcast 2/1/18.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
STORY BY: Steve Holland & Andy Gordon & Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THURSDAY, MAY 10 THE BIG BANG THEORY (8:00-8:31PM) - GUEST STARS GALORE!
“The Bow Tie Asymmetry” – When Amy’s (Mayim Bialik) parents and Sheldon’s (Jim Parsons) family arrive, everybody is focused to make sure all wedding arrangements go according to plan – everyone except the bride and groom. Kathy Bates, John Ross Bowie, Mark Hamill, Courtney Henggeler, Lauren Lapkus, Laurie Metcalf, Jerry O’Connell, Brian Posehn, Teller, and Wil Wheaton guest star. 11th season finale.

SHELDON AND AMY’S FAMILIES ARRIVE FOR THE WEDDING, ON THE 11th SEASON FINALE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 10
Guest Stars Include Academy Award Winner Kathy Bates, Legendary Actor Mark Hamill, and Writer and Producer Teller, John Ross Bowie, Courtney Henggeler, Lauren Lapkus, Laurie Metcalf, Jerry O’Connell, Brian Posehn and Wil Wheaton Return
“The Bow Tie Asymmetry” – When Amy’s parents and Sheldon’s family arrive for the wedding, everybody is focused on making sure all goes according to plan – everyone except the bride and groom, on the 11th season finale of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 10 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Jerry O’Connell (George)
Courtney Henggeler (Missy)
Lauren Lapkus (Denise)
GUEST CAST: Teller (Mr. Fowler)
Kathy Bates (Mrs. Fowler)
Mark Hamill (Himself)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steven Molaro & Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Eric Kaplan & Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Marc Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY TRY TO USE SCIENCE TO DECIDE WHO WILL BE THEIR MAID OF HONOR AND BEST MAN, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MAY 7 Promo
“The Matrimonial Metric” – To discover who would be most qualified to be best man and maid of honor at their wedding, Sheldon and Amy subject their friends to a series of secret experiments. Also, Penny reveals her true feelings about Amy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 7 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/4/18.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
STORY BY: Maria Ferrari & Tara Hernandez & Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Eric Kaplan & Andy Gordon
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY HELPS SHELDON FIGURE OUT HIS NEXT MOVE IN SCIENCE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MAY 14
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary
“The Solo Oscillation” – When Sheldon kicks Amy out to work solo, she and Leonard bond during a series of science experiments. Also, Bert the geologist replaces Wolowitz in the band Footprints on the Moon, and Sheldon finds Penny a surprising source of scientific inspiration, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 14 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon’s mother, Mary. (Originally broadcast 1/11/18.)
RECURRING CAST: Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.S)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steve Holland & Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

KOOTHRAPPALI IS CAUGHT BETWEEN A ROCK AND A HARD PLACE WHEN HE DISCOVERS HE’S DATING A MARRIED WOMAN, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MAY 14
Walton Goggins and Beth Behrs Guest Star as Husband and Wife, Oliver and Nell
“The Separation Triangulation” – Koothrappali finds himself in the middle of domestic drama when he learns the woman he’s dating, Nell (Beth Behrs), has a very upset husband, Oliver (Walton Goggins). Also, when Sheldon rents his old room back for a quiet place to work, he drives Leonard crazy by being a model tenant, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 14 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/18/18.)
GUEST CAST: Walton Goggins (Oliver)
Beth Behrs (Nell)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Steve Holland & Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS WOLOWITZ AND SHELDON BOND OVER THEIR RELATIONSHIPS WITH THEIR DISAPPOINTING FATHERS, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, APRIL 23 Promo
Christine Baranski Returns as Leonard's Mother, Beverly
"The Explosion Implosion" - Wolowitz and Sheldon bond when they drive to the desert to shoot off a model rocket. Also, when Leonard's mom, Beverly (Christine Baranski), finds a new best friend in Penny, it rubs Leonard the wrong way, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, April 23 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/16/17.)
STORY BY: Bill Prady, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS AMY RECORDS SHELDON TALKING IN HIS SLEEP AND TRIES TO CONVINCE HIM HE CAN BE MORE EASYGOING, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, APRIL 23 Promo
"The Relaxation Integration" - As Sheldon stresses about picking a wedding date, Amy tries to convince him he has a more laid-back side. Also, Koothrappali and Stuart compete to win the heart of Bernadette's new coworker, Ruchi (Swati Kapila), on a rebroadcast of Monday, April 23 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/9/17.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Maria Ferrari, Andy Gordon, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON DOES EVERYTHING HE CAN TO RAISE $300 MILLION, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 26 Preview
“The Monetary Insufficiency” – Sheldon goes to Vegas to win money for science. Also, Penny and Bernadette take Amy wedding dress shopping, but her terrible choice entangles them in a web of lies, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 26 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: Joshua Malina (President Siebert)
Mark Berry (Pit Boss)
Evan Charest (Croupier)
D’Kia Anderson (Hostess)
Seth Coltan (Earl)
STORY BY: Dave Goetsch & Maria Ferrari & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Eric Kaplan & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre

PENNY MAKES A SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 19
Bestselling Author Neil Gaiman Guest Stars as Himself Preview
“The Comet Polarization” – Sheldon’s comic book store experiences changes when writer Neil Gaiman puts Stuart’s store on the map. Also, Koothrappali takes credit for Penny’s astronomical discovery, and friendships are threatened, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 19 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST CAST: Neil Gaiman (Himself)
Lauren Lapkus (Denise)
Patrick Daniel (Grant)
STORY BY: Steve Holland & Bill Prady & Eric Kaplan
TELEPLAY BY: Maria Ferrari & Andy Gordon & Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS IT'S BACHELOR AND BACHELORETTE PARTY NIGHT FOR SHELDON AND AMY, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, APRIL 12 Preview
Peter MacNicol Guest Stars as Doctor Wolcott, a Brilliant Scientist
"The Reclusive Potential" - A brilliant but reclusive scientist, Doctor Wolcott (Peter MacNicol), invites Sheldon to his cabin in the middle of nowhere, and Leonard, Raj and Howard go along for the trip. Also, Penny and Bernadette improvise after Amy doesn't like the tame bachelorette party they planned for her, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Maria Ferrari & Anthony Del Broccolo & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Eric Kaplan & Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PHILANTHROPIST BILL GATES MAKES AN APPEARANCE, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, MARCH 29
"The Gates Excitation" - Penny gets the opportunity to host Bill Gates at work when his company wants to partner with her pharmaceutical company. Also, Leonard, Koothrappali and Wolowitz do everything in their power to meet him, while Sheldon thinks he is the victim of an April Fools prank, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 29 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Andy Gordon
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Tara Hernadnez & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski Promo

CBS LEONARD AND WOLOWITZ GO TO BARRY KRIPKE FOR HELP AFTER SHELDON BETRAYS THEM, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, MARCH 12
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams Promo
"The Tesla Recoil" - Leonard and Wolowitz are furious after they learn Sheldon went to work with the military behind their backs. Also, while Bernadette is on bed rest, she asks Raj to do some digging when she suspects Ruchi is trying to steal her job, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, March 12 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/16/17.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

SHELDON AND AMY'S WEDDING PLANS HIT A SNAG IN THE FORM OF BARRY KRIPKE, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, MARCH 8 Preview
John Ross Bowie Returns as Kripke
"The Athenaeum Allocation" - Leonard jumps through hoops to help secure the perfect wedding venue for Sheldon and Amy. Also, Bernadette and Wolowitz have a hard time deciding who should stay at home with the kids and who should go back to work, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 8 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. John Ross Bowie returns as Kripke.
RECURRING CAST: John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
GUEST CAST: Rachna Khatau (Kathleen)
Caleb Pierce (Jess)
STORY BY: Steve Holland & Steven Molaro & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS LEONARD'S JOB IS AT STAKE AFTER HE GIVES AN EMBARRASSING RADIO INTERVIEW, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, FEB. 19
NPR Host Ira Flatow Returns as Himself and Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
"The Retraction Reaction" - Leonard angers the university - and the entire physics community - after he gives an embarrassing interview. Also, Amy and Bernadette bond over having to hide their success from Sheldon and Howard, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Feb. 19 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Ira Flatow returns to guest star as himself, and Regina King returns as Mrs. Davis. (Originally broadcast 11/9/17.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS WHAT DID SHE SAY? FIND OUT AMY'S ANSWER TO SHELDON'S MARRIAGE PROPOSAL ON A REBROADCAST OF THE 11th SEASON PREMIERE OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, FEB. 15
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon's Mother, Mary, Riki Lindhome Returns as Ramona, and Stephen Hawking Returns to Guest Star as Himself
"The Proposal Proposal" - Amy gives Sheldon an answer to his proposal while Howard and Bernadette struggle with some unexpected news, on a rebroadcast of the 11th season premiere of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 15 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon's mother, Mary; Riki Lindhome returns as Ramona; and Stephen Hawking returns as himself. (Originally broadcast 9/25/17.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe Sneak Peek
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS PENNY FIGURES OUT THE 'SECRET' TO SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, FEB. 15
"The Collaboration Contamination" - Sheldon and Koothrappali confide in Bernadette when they can't handle Amy and Wolowitz working together. Also, Penny and Leonard learn new tactics for how to deal Sheldon from an unlikely source, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 15 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/23/17.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan Promo
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre

CBS LEONARD FINDS HIMSELF IN AN AWKWARD SPOT AFTER HE ASKS HIS FRIENDS FOR FEEDBACK ON HIS NOVEL, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, FEB. 1
Christine Baranski and Wil Wheaton Return to Guest Star
"The Novelization Correlation" - When Sheldon petitions Wil Wheaton to appear on the new Professor Proton show, Wil offers a role to Amy instead. Also, Penny gets angry when she thinks the female protagonist in Leonard's novel is based on her, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 1 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Christine Baranski and Wil Wheaton return to guest star. Preview
STORY BY: Steve Holland & Andy Gordon & Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD'S JOB IS AT STAKE AFTER HE GIVES AN EMBARRASSING RADIO INTERVIEW, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JAN. 25
NPR Host Ira Flatow Returns as Himself, and Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis Promo
"The Retraction Reaction" - Leonard angers the university - and the entire physics community - after he gives an embarrassing interview. Also, Amy and Bernadette bond over having to hide their success from Sheldon and Howard, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 25 (9:00-9:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Ira Flatow returns to guest star as himself, and Regina King returns as Mrs. Davis. (Originally broadcast 10/2/17.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

KOOTHRAPPALI IS CAUGHT BETWEEN A ROCK AND A HARD PLACE WHEN HE DISCOVERS HE'S DATING A MARRIED WOMAN, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JAN. 18
Walter Goggins and Beth Behrs Guest Star as Husband and Wife, Oliver and Nell
"The Separation Triangulation" - Koothrappali finds himself in the middle of domestic drama when he learns the woman he's dating, Nell (Beth Behrs), has a very upset husband, Oliver (Walter Goggins). Also, when Sheldon rents his old room back for a quiet place to work, he drives Leonard crazy by being a model tenant, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 18 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: Walton Goggins (Oliver)
Beth Behrs (Nell)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Steve Holland & Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY HELPS SHELDON FIGURE OUT HIS NEXT MOVE IN SCIENCE, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JAN. 11
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon's Mother, Mary Preview
"The Solo Oscillation" - When Sheldon kicks Amy out to work solo, she and Leonard bond during a series of science experiments. Also, Bert the geologist replaces Wolowitz in the band Footprints on the Moon, and Sheldon finds Penny a surprising source of scientific inspiration, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 11 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon's mother, Mary.
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steve Holland & Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS SHELDON AND AMY TRY TO USE SCIENCE TO DECIDE WHO WILL BE THEIR MAID OF HONOR AND BEST MAN, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JAN. 4 Preview
"The Matrimonial Metric" - To discover who would be most qualified to be best man and maid of honor at their wedding, Sheldon and Amy subject their friends to a series of secret experiments. Also, Penny reveals her true feelings about Amy, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 4 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Maria Ferrari & Tara Hernandez & Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland & Eric Kaplan & Andy Gordon
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS AFTER LEONARD, SHELDON AND WOLOWITZ CELEBRATE THE COMPLETION OF THE TOP SECRET AIR FORCE PROJECT, THEY ARE MET WITH AN UNPLEASANT SURPRISE, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, JAN. 1 Promo
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams
"The Gyroscopic Collapse" - After Leonard, Sheldon and Wolowitz celebrate the completion of the top secret air force project, they are met with an unpleasant surprise. Also, Amy is offered a summer position as a visiting researcher, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Jan. 1 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/4/17.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Alex Ayers
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

THE GANG FLASHES BACK TO 2010 AS LEONARD TRIES TO REMEMBER WHERE HE KEPT A POTENTIALLY VALUABLE INVESTMENT, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 30
“The Bitcoin Entanglement” – Sheldon tries to teach the guys a lesson after they cut him out of a potentially valuable Bitcoin investment. Also, a seven-year-old video reveals a secret about Leonard and Penny’s relationship, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 30 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Brian Thomas Smith (Zack)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Andy Gordon, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari, Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY DEVELOP A UNIQUE SYSTEM FOR WEDDING PLANNING, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 7 Preview
“The Confidence Erosion” – Sheldon and Amy try to eliminate stress from wedding planning by applying math to the process. Also, Koothrappali “breaks up” with Wolowitz after realizing his best friend is actually hurting his confidence, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Brian George (Dr. Koothrappali)
STORY BY: Bill Prady, Maria Ferrari, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON PLANS AN AUTHENTIC “LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE” DINNER FOR AMY’S BIRTHDAY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 14
“The Celebration Reverberation” – Sheldon and Wolowitz plan birthday celebrations for Amy and Halley, respectively. Also, Leonard receives a Christmas letter from his brother that causes him to spiral out about his own lack of accomplishments, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 14 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Alex Ayers
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS HOWARD AND BERNADETTE WELCOME THEIR NEW BABY, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, NOV. 6
"The Birthday Synchronicity"- Howard and Bernadette welcome their new baby and Sheldon and Amy celebrate Amy's birthday, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Nov. 6 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/15/16.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre

CBS SHELDON TRIES TO KEEP HIS GEOLOGY COLLABORATION WITH BERT A SECRET, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 9 Promo
“The Geology Methodology” – Sheldon and Bert collaborate on a research project, despite Sheldon’s embarrassment. Also, Penny and Bernadette coach Koothrappali on how to navigate his relationship with Ruchi (Swati Kapila), on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 9 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Swati Kapila (Ruchi)
GUEST CAST: Elka Rodriguez (Rose Lady)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Anthony Del Broccolo, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS SHELDON AUDITIONS TO BE THE NEW PROFESSOR PROTON, WHEN "THE BIG BANG THEORY" MOVES TO ITS REGULAR TIME PERIOD, THURSDAY, NOV. 2
Emmy Award Winner Bob Newhart and Wil Wheaton Return to Guest Star Promo
"The Proton Regeneration" - Sheldon goes head-to-head with Wil Wheaton for the role of the new Professor Proton. Also, Penny steps in to take care of Halley when Bernadette and Wolowitz both wind up on bed rest, when THE BIG BANG THEORY moves to its regular time period, Thursday, Nov. 2 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Bob Newhart (Arthur Jeffries)
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.S)
GUEST CAST: Cat Hammons (Nurse)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch, Alex Yonks
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Andy Gordon, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY FIGURES OUT THE ‘SECRET’ TO SHELDON, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 23
“The Collaboration Contamination” – Sheldon and Koothrappali confide in Bernadette when they can’t handle Amy and Wolowitz working together. Also, Penny and Leonard learn new tactics for how to deal Sheldon from an unlikely source, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 23 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: Efrain Gomez (Employee)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre
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CBS WOLOWITZ AND SHELDON BOND OVER THEIR RELATIONSHIPS WITH THEIR DISAPPOINTING FATHERS, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, OCT. 16 Sneak Peak/Preview
Christine Baranski Returns as Leonard's Mother, Beverly
"The Explosion Implosion" - Wolowitz and Sheldon bond when they drive to the desert to shoot off a model rocket. Also, when Leonard's mom, Beverly (Christine Baranski), finds a new best friend in Penny, it rubs Leonard the wrong way, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 16 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Bill Prady, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AMY RECORDS SHELDON TALKING IN HIS SLEEP AND TRIES TO CONVINCE HIM HE CAN BE MORE EASYGOING, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, OCT. 9
"The Relaxation Integration" - As Sheldon stresses about picking a wedding date, Amy tries to convince him he has a more laid-back side. Also, Koothrappali and Stuart compete to win the heart of Bernadette's new coworker, Ruchi (Swati Kapila), on Monday, Oct. 9 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Maria Ferrari, Andy Gordon, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski Promo

LEONARD’S JOB IS AT STAKE AFTER HE GIVES AN EMBARRASSING RADIO INTERVIEW, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 2
Editor’s note: The air time of this episode has changed.
NPR Host Ira Flatow Returns as Himself and Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Retraction Reaction” – Leonard angers the university – and the entire physics community – after he gives an embarrassing interview. Also, Amy and Bernadette bond over having to hide their success from Sheldon and Howard, Monday, Oct. 2 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Ira Flatow returns to guest star as himself, and Regina King returns as Mrs. Davis.
RECURRING CAST: Regina King (Janine Davis)
Ira Flatow (Himself)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AMY RECORDS SHELDON TALKING IN HIS SLEEP AND TRIES TO CONVINCE HIM HE CAN BE MORE EASYGOING, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 9
“The Relaxation Integration” – As Sheldon stresses about picking a wedding date, Amy tries to convince him he has a more laid-back side. Also, Koothrappali and Stuart compete to win the heart of Bernadette’s new coworker, Ruchi (Swati Kapila), on Monday, Oct. 9 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST CAST: Swati Kapila (Ruchi)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Maria Ferrari, Andy Gordon, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

Peter Chakos is nominated for an Emmy for Multi-Camera Picture Editing for a Comedy Series for “The Big Bang Theory”. Watch the Emmys tonight, 9/17 on CBS.

Laurie Metcalf (Mary) is nominated for a Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Play for "A Doll's House, Part 2." The Tony Awards air June 11 on CBS.

CBS ANNOUNCES THE NEW COMEDY “YOUNG SHELDON” FOR THE 2017-2018 BROADCAST SEASON
Created by Chuck Lorre & Steven Molaro, the New Single-Camera Comedy Stars Iain Armitage as 9-Year-Old Sheldon, Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, Raegan Revord and Montana Jordan Jim Parsons to Narrate, as Adult Sheldon
STUDIO CITY, Calif. – CBS today announced the series order of YOUNG SHELDON, a new half-hour, single-camera comedy for broadcast in the 2017-2018 season. Created by Chuck Lorre & Steven Molaro, the series follows “The Big Bang Theory’s” Sheldon Cooper at the age of 9, living with his family in East Texas and going to high school.
Jon Favreau is directing/executive producing the first episode of the series, which stars Iain Armitage as 9-year-old Sheldon Cooper, as well as Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, Raegan Revord and Montana Jordan.
Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Jim Parsons and Todd Spiewak will serve as executive producers of the series, from Chuck Lorre Productions, Inc. in association with Warner Bros. Television.
Jim Parsons will also narrate the comedy as Adult Sheldon.

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CBS A SPECIAL 90-MINUTE ORIGINAL EPISODE OF “SCORPION” TO FOLLOW THE SERIES PREMIERE OF “SUPERGIRL,” MONDAY, OCT. 26
The Night Opens with a New Episode of “The Big Bang Theory”
A special 90-minute original episode of SCORPION, the Network’s hit sophomore show, will lead out of the series premiere of SUPERGIRL, Monday, Oct. 26, on the CBS Television Network. The night will open with an original episode of broadcast television’s #1 entertainment series, THE BIG BANG THEORY (8:00-8:30 PM), followed by SUPERGIRL’s debut (8:30-9:30 PM), and an extended SCORPION (9:30-11:00 PM).
As previously announced, SUPERGIRL moves into its regular time period (8:00-9:00 PM) on Monday, Nov. 2, followed by SCORPION (9:00-10:00 PM) and NCIS: LOS ANGELES (10:00-11:00 PM). Also, THE BIG BANG THEORY returns to its regular Thursday time period (8:00-8:30 PM) on Nov. 5, following the conclusion of NFL THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL.

From tvshowsondvd.com: The Big Bang Theory - A Street Date is Scheduled for 'The Complete 8th Season' on DVD, Blu
Mid-September is when this title explodes onto store shelves
Back in February we head the heads-up that The Big Bang Theory - The Complete 8th Season is in-the-works for DVD ($44.98 SRP) and high-def Blu-ray Disc ($49.99 SRP). We didn't have a release date at the time, but now the Amazon pre-order listings (linked above) have been updated to show a street date of September 15th.
Guest stars this most recent season have included Stephen Root, Regina King, Billy Bob Thornton, LeVar Burton, Stephen Hawking, Nathan Fillion, Wil Wheaton, Laurie Metcalf, and Christine Baranski. Warner Home Video hasn't formally announced the title yet, so we don't have details, bonus material, finalized package art, or any other information about this. Stay tuned, of course, and we'll update you as further developments occur!

BBT Executive Producer Bill Prady will now be executive producer of the new Muppets show on ABC.

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CBS WATCH! MAGAZINE UNVEILS 2015 BRAND VIDEO
“NCIS” Star Michael Weatherly Provides Voice-Over for the Video Presentation
Footage of CBS Stars Around the World Complemented by Music by British Violinist Charlie Siem
Video Also Features CBS Stars LL Cool J, Jim Parsons, Johnny Galecki, Pauley Perrette, Mayim Bialik, Christine Baranski, AJ Cook, Emily Wickersham,
Rachelle Lefevre and Brian Dietzen
Click Here to Watch the Video
Watch! magazine unveiled today its 2015 brand video, which features footage of CBS stars participating in photo shoots around the world scored to classical music by 28-year-old violinist Charlie Siem. Narrated by NCIS star Michael Weatherly, the video was commissioned as a brand awareness vehicle for Watch! magazine, which covers entertainment, beauty, fashion and lifestyle through the eyes of CBS stars. Siem wrote and performed his very first composition for the video, which also features scenes from photo shoots with NCIS: LOS ANGELES star L.L. Cool J in Paris; THE GOOD WIFE’s Christine Baranski in Italy, NCIS’ Emily Wickersham and CRIMINAL MINDS’ AJ Cook in Monte Carlo, as well as many other CBS talents in exotic destinations. The video will be featured on many CBS digital sites in the coming days.

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How a ‘Big Bang’ Star Won His Wife Back 1/28

BRAVO MEDIA STARTS SUMMER WITH A “BIG BANG” AS THE EMMY-WINNING SERIES “INSIDE THE ACTORS STUDIO” WELCOMES JIM PARSONS ON THURS, JUNE 18 AT 8PM ET/PT
NEW YORK – June 4, 2015 – Bravo Media’s Emmy Award-Winning “Inside the Actors Studio,” hosted by James Lipton, salutes critically-acclaimed actor Jim Parsons on Thursday, June 18th at 8pm ET/PT in hot pursuit of his new Broadway play, “An Act of God.” Parsons is best known for his portrayal of Sheldon Cooper in CBS’s “The Big Bang Theory” which earned him four Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe. He made his Broadway debut in 2011 as Tommy Boatwright in “The Normal Heart,” and later reprised the role in the 2014 film adaptation for which he received his seventh Emmy Award nomination. Earlier this year, Parsons played the voice of Oh in the Dreamworks Animation movie “Home.”
“Having an incredibly well-rounded, successful run in theater, film and television, Jim Parsons arrived on our stage for one of the most joyful – and hilarious – evenings in the 21-year history of “Inside the Actors Studio,” said James Lipton.
In the episode, Parsons delves into his Houston theater roots that have stayed with him throughout his career, his consistent connection to his late father which he experiences in his everyday life, and what he deems his perfectly “boring” relationship with partner Todd Spiewak. He also explains what it takes to be a true “nerd” and why he feels that Lipton falls into that category as well. Additionally, the thespian taps into his character roles as the Actors Studio host speaks candidly with both Sheldon and “God,” and later Parsons even discusses the genesis of “The Big Bang Theory” pilot.
Bravo Media is the premiere lifestyle and entertainment brand that drives the cultural conversation around its high-quality, interactive original content that focuses on the network’s passion points of food, fashion, beauty, design, digital and pop culture. The network’s diversified slate includes Bravo’s first scripted series “Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce,” upcoming comedy “Odd Mom Out,” and unscripted favorites such as Emmy award-winning “Top Chef,” “Vanderpump Rules,” “Below Deck,” “Thicker Than Water” and the popular “Million Dollar Listing” and “The Real Housewives” franchises as well as the only live late-night talk show, “Watch What Happens Live.” Available in 92 million homes, Bravo is a program service of NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment, a division of NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. Bravo has been an NBCUniversal cable network since December 2002 and first launched in December 1980.

MONDAY THE BIG BANG THEORY (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT)
Premieres Sept. 21 SEASON FINALE: After exhausting Amy’s patience, Sheldon was shocked to hear his girlfriend ask for time apart to think things over. The discovery that he had an engagement ring complicated the moment. Meanwhile, Leonard decided the perfect time to tell Penny he’d been a bit unfaithful was on the drive to Las Vegas to elope. Returns to Thursdays at 8:00 PM on Nov. 5, following NFL Thursday Night Football.
COMING UP: Brilliant Sheldon is confronted by a mystery of the universe he cannot unravel: when a woman wants time apart to think, exactly how much time does that mean, and is there any way to hurry the process along? In Las Vegas, Penny and Leonard march closer to marching down the aisle, but has Penny gotten over Leonard’s infidelity? And if so, will he do anything to un-get her over it? @BigBang_CBS
THURSDAY THE BIG BANG THEORY (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) Returns to Thursday on Nov. 5.

WHAT DID SHE SAY? FIND OUT AMY’S ANSWER TO SHELDON’S MARRIAGE PROPOSAL ON THE 11th SEASON PREMIERE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 25
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary, Riki Lindhome Returns as Ramona, and Stephen Hawking Returns to Guest Star as Himself
“The Proposal Proposal” – Amy gives Sheldon an answer to his proposal while Howard and Bernadette struggle with some unexpected news, on the 11th season premiere of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 25 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon’s mother, Mary; Riki Lindhome returns as Ramona; and Stephen Hawking returns as himself.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
Riki Lindhome (Ramona)
Stephen Hawking (Himself)
GUEST CAST: George Wyner (Dr. Zhang)
Susan Chuang (Dr. Harris)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD ISN'T THRILLED WHEN PENNY CONSIDERS TAKING A NEW JOB OFFERED BY HER EX-BOYFRIEND, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, SEPT. 7
Brian Thomas Smith Returns as Zack Promo
"The Cognition Regeneration" - Leonard isn't thrilled when Penny considers taking a new job offered by her ex-boyfriend, Zack (Brian Thomas Smith), on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/27/17.)
GUEST CAST: Brian Thomas Smith (Zack)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

KOOTHRAPPALI PUTS SHELDON IN CHARGE OF HIS FINANCES, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, SEPT. 4 Promo
"The Comic-Con Conundrum" - With Koothrappali cut off from his father's fortune, he appoints Sheldon to help him get out of debt. Also, Penny considers joining Leonard at Comic-Con, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 4 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/23/17.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.S)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Saladin K. Patterson, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

HOWARD AND BERNADETTE HAVE A HARD TIME LEAVING HALLEY IN DAYCARE WHEN BERNADETTE RETURNS TO WORK, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
Brian Posehn Returns as Bert
"The Separation Agitation" - Howard and Bernadette have a hard time leaving Halley in day care when Bernadette returns to work. Also, Bert (Brian Posehn) introduces the gang to his new girlfriend, Rebecca (April Bowlby), on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 24 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/13/17.)
GUEST CAST: Brian Posehn (Bert)
April Bowlby (Rebecca)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AMY IS FURIOUS WHEN SHE LEARNS SHELDON HAS SHARED INTIMATE DETAILS OF THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH PEOPLE AT THE UNIVERSITY, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, AUGUST 17 Sneak Peek
"The Allowance Evaporation"- Sheldon and Amy have their first fight since moving in together, and Koothrappali is shocked at the realities of financial independence when he stops receiving support from his father, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 17 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/16/17.)
RECURRING CAST: Brian George (Dr. Koothrappali)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD AND WOLOWITZ TRY TO GET SHELDON OUT OF THEIR HAIR BY GIVING HIM TICKETS TO A HISTORIC RAILWAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY ," THURSDAY, AUGUST 10
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams Promo
"The Locomotion Reverberation"- Leonard and Wolowitz try to distract Sheldon when he slows the progress of their guidance system. Also, Penny and Amy take Bernadette out for the night, leaving Raj and Stuart to care for baby Halley, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 10 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Dean Norris returns as Colonel Williams. (Originally broadcast 2/9/17.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Holland, Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON STRUGGLES TO CONTAIN HIS JEALOUSY WHEN A CO-WORKER WINS AN AWARD, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JULY 27 Sneak Peek
Stephen Hawking Returns to Guest Star as Himself
"The Geology Elevation" - When Bert (Brian Posehn), a Caltech geologist, wins the MacArthur Genius fellowship, Sheldon is overcome with jealousy. Also, Wolowitz finds an old remote control Stephen Hawking action figure he invented, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 27 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Stephen Hawking returns to guest star as himself. (Originally broadcast 11/17/16.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Erik Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, PENNY AND RAJ ADJUST TO THEIR NEW LIVING ARRANGEMENT, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 29 Preview
“The Collaboration Fluctuation” – Leonard, Penny and Raj adjust to their new living arrangement, and Sheldon takes an interest in Amy’s work, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 29 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/30/17.)
RECURRING CAST: Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.C)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Giuseppe Graziano
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Dave Goetsch
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN RAJ MOVES OUT OF HIS APARTMENT, LEONARD AND PENNY OFFER HIM SHELDON’S OLD ROOM, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 22 Preview
Christine Baranski Returns as Leonard’s Mother, Beverly
“The Escape Hatch Identification” – When Raj moves out of his apartment, Leonard and Penny offer him Sheldon’s old room, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 22 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Christine Baranski returns as Leonard’s mother, Beverly. (Originally broadcast 3/9/17.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan,Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

KOOTHRAPPALI PUTS SHELDON IN CHARGE OF HIS FINANCES, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 15
“The Comic-Con Conundrum” – With Koothrappali cut off from his father’s fortune, he appoints Sheldon to help him get out of debt. Also, Penny considers joining Leonard at Comic-Con, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 15 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/23/17.) Preview
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.S)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Saladin K. Patterson, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AMY IS FURIOUS WHEN SHE LEARNS SHELDON HAS SHARED INTIMATE DETAILS OF THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH PEOPLE AT THE UNIVERSITY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 8
“The Allowance Evaporation”– Sheldon and Amy have their first fight since moving in together, and Koothrappali is shocked at the realities of financial independence when he stops receiving support from his father, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 8 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/16/17.)
RECURRING CAST: Brian George (Dr. Koothrappali)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD AND WOLOWITZ TRY TO GET SHELDON OUT OF THEIR HAIR BY GIVING HIM TICKETS TO A HISTORIC RAILWAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 1
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams Preview
“The Locomotion Reverberation”– Leonard and Wolowitz try to distract Sheldon when he slows the progress of their guidance system. Also, Penny and Amy take Bernadette out for the night, leaving Raj and Stuart to care for baby Halley, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 1 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Dean Norris returns as Colonel Williams. (Originally broadcast 2/9/17.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Dean Norris (Colonel Williams)
Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.S)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Holland, Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON GETS HELP READING PEOPLE’S FEELINGS WHEN HE BETA-TESTS AN EMOTION-DETECTING MACHINE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 25
“The Emotion Detection Automation”– Sheldon beta-tests an MIT invention after hearing it can help him read people’s emotions. Also, Leonard can’t hide his feelings when Penny announces her brother is coming to town, and Raj invites his ex-girlfriends over to give him dating advice, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 25 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laura Spencer, Katie Micucci, Alessandra Torresani and Katie Leclerc return as Raj’s ex-girlfriends. (Originally broadcast 2/2/17.) Promo
RECURRING CAST: Laura Spencer (Emily Sweeney)
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Alessandra Torresani (Claire)
Katie Leclerc (Emily)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

“The Romance Recalibration”– When Penny feels that Leonard is taking her for granted, she decides to go on a spa weekend with Amy. Also, Wolowitz and Koothrappali try to fix a squeaky floorboard in the baby’s room, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 18 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/19/17.) Promo
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch, Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY IS INVITED TO APPEAR AT A LOCAL COMIC CON FOR HER ROLE IN “SERIAL APE-IST,” AND LEONARD CONVINCES HER TO ATTEND, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MAY 15 Preview
“The Fetal Kick Catalyst” – Penny is surprised to learn she has fans of her performance in “Serial Ape-ist” when she attends Van Nuys Comic Con with Leonard. Also, Amy hosts a Sheldon-style brunch at Penny’s apartment, and Wolowitz makes an impulsive purchase when he starts stressing out about the baby on the way, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 15 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/27/16.)
GUEST CAST: Michelle Arthur (Mrs. Petrescu)
Joshua Banday (Nolan)
Bryan Safi (Daniel)
Tucker Albrizzi (Christopher)
Jareb Dauplaise (Jeff)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Saladin K. Patterson, Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON THREATENS TO BREAK OFF THEIR RELATIONSHIP WHEN AMY REFUSES TO ADHERE TO THE BATHROOM SCHEDULE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MAY 15
“The Hot Tub Contamination” – Leonard and Penny must separate a quarreling Sheldon and Amy when their cohabitation does not go as planned, and Sheldon threatens to break off their relationship when Amy refuses to adhere to the bathroom schedule. Also, Howard and Bernadette find unexpected guests at their house when they decide to stay home from a planned vacation, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 15 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/17/16.) Promo
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY VISIT LEONARD AND PENNY FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE THE HOLIDAYS AND SHARE DETAILS ABOUT THEIR TERRIBLE TRIP TO TEXAS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 11
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary
“The Holiday Summation” – Sheldon and Amy visit Leonard and Penny for the first time since the holidays and share details about their terrible trip to Texas, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 11 (8:31-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon’s mother, Mary. (Originally broadcast 1/5/17.)
GUEST CAST: Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.S)
STORY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE GANG IS CONCERNED WHEN SHELDON’S FORMER ADMIRER, DR. RAMONA NOWITZKI, RESURFACES WHILE AMY IS AWAY AT PRINCETON, ON THE 10th SEASON FINALE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 11
Riki Lindhome Returns as Dr. Ramona Nowitzki
“The Long Distance Dissonance”– The gang is concerned when Sheldon’s former admirer, Dr. Ramona Nowitzki (Riki Lindhome), resurfaces while Amy is away at Princeton, on the 10th season finale of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 11 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST CAST: Riki Lindhome (Dr. Ramona Nowitzki)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
Video Clips: Preview Sneak Peek #1 Sneak Peek #2 Sneak Peek #3

HOWARD AND BERNADETTE WELCOME THEIR NEW BABY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 4
“The Birthday Synchronicity”– Howard and Bernadette welcome their new baby and Sheldon and Amy celebrate Amy’s birthday, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 4 (8:31-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/15/16.)
GUEST CAST: Vernee Watson (Althea)
Pamela Adlon (Halley)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre

AFTER LEONARD, SHELDON AND WOLOWITZ CELEBRATE THE COMPLETION OF THE TOP SECRET AIR FORCE PROJECT, THEY ARE MET WITH AN UNPLEASANT SURPRISE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 4
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams
“The Gyroscopic Collapse” – After Leonard, Sheldon and Wolowitz celebrate the completion of the top secret air force project, they are met with an unpleasant surprise. Also, Amy is offered a summer position as a visiting researcher, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 4 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: Kimberly D. Brooks (Computer Voice, V.O)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Alex Ayers
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

LEONARD ISN’T THRILLED WHEN PENNY CONSIDERS TAKING A NEW JOB OFFERED BY HER EX-BOYFRIEND, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 27
Brian Thomas Smith Returns as Zack
“The Cognition Regeneration” – Leonard isn’t thrilled when Penny considers taking a new job offered by her ex-boyfriend, Zack (Brian Thomas Smith), on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 27 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: Brian Thomas Smith (Zack)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON STRUGGLES TO CONTAIN HIS JEALOUSY WHEN A CO-WORKER WINS AN AWARD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 20
Stephen Hawking Returns to Guest Star as Himself
“The Geology Elevation” – When Bert (Brian Posehn), a Caltech geologist, wins the MacArthur Genius fellowship, Sheldon is overcome with jealousy. Also, Wolowitz finds an old remote controlled Stephen Hawking action figure he invented, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 20 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Stephen Hawking returns to guest star as himself. (Originally broadcast 11/17/16.)
RECURRING CAST: John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Stephen Hawking (Himself)
GUEST CAST: Kunal Dudheker (Tour Guide)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Erik Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
Video Clips: Preview Sneak Peek

HOWARD AND BERNADETTE HAVE A HARD TIME LEAVING HALLEY IN DAYCARE WHEN BERNADETTE RETURNS TO WORK, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 13
Brian Posehn Returns as Bert
“The Separation Agitation” – Howard and Bernadette have a hard time leaving Halley in day care when Bernadette returns to work. Also, Bert (Brian Posehn) introduces the gang to his new girlfriend, Rebecca (April Bowlby), on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 13 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: Brian Posehn (Bert)
April Bowlby (Rebecca)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
Video Clips: Preview Sneak Peek #1 Sneak Peek #2

CBS SHELDON AND AMY MOVE IN TOGETHER, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, APRIL 3
"The Cohabitation Experimentation" - When Amy's apartment floods, she proposes a "cohabitation experiment" with Sheldon. Also, Howard and Bernadette are upset when Koothrappali learns the gender of the baby before they do, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, April 3 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/10/16.) Promo
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, PENNY AND RAJ ADJUST TO THEIR NEW LIVING ARRANGEMENT, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 30
“The Collaboration Fluctuation” – Leonard, Penny and Raj adjust to their new living arrangement, and Sheldon takes an interest in Amy’s work, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 30 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Pamela Adlon (Halley, O.C)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Tara Hernandez, Giuseppe Graziano
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Dave Goetsch
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON TELLS AMY HE WANTS TO MAKE A BABY WITH HER, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MARCH 27
“The Brain Bowl Incubation” – After a successful experiment combining their genes, Sheldon will stop at nothing to convince Amy they should procreate. Also, Koothrappali is embarrassed to tell the gang what the new woman he’s dating does for a living, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, March 27 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/10/16.)
GUEST CAST: Maria Canals-Barrera (Issabella)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN RAJ MOVES OUT OF HIS APARTMENT, LEONARD AND PENNY OFFER HIM SHELDON’S OLD ROOM, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 9
Christine Baranski Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Beverly
“The Escape Hatch Identification” – When Raj moves out of his apartment, Leonard and Penny offer him Sheldon’s old room, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 9 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Christine Baranski returns as Sheldon’s mother, Beverly.
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan,Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

IN ORDER TO CONTINUE LIVING WITH SHELDON, AMY LIES TO HIM ABOUT REPAIRS BEING MADE TO HER APARTMENT, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MARCH 6
Editor’s note: This episode replaces a previously scheduled episode.
“The Veracity Elasticity” – In order to continue living with Sheldon, Amy lies to him about repairs being made to her apartment, and they host an “on location” episode of “Fun With Flags” in Penny’s apartment. Also, Leonard lets Penny decorate Sheldon’s old room after he learns that she has been secretly moving Leonard’s collectibles into storage, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, March 6 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/3/16.)
STORY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON THREATENS TO BREAK OFF THEIR RELATIONSHIP WHEN AMY REFUSES TO ADHERE TO THE BATHROOM SCHEDULE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 2
“The Hot Tub Contamination” – Leonard and Penny must separate a quarreling Sheldon and Amy when their cohabitation does not go as planned, and Sheldon threatens to break off their relationship when Amy refuses to adhere to the bathroom schedule. Also, Howard and Bernadette find unexpected guests at their house when they decide to stay home from a planned vacation, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 2 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/17/16.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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TENSIONS RISE WHEN THE BOYS STRUGGLE TO COMPLETE THEIR GOVERNMENT PROJECT ON TIME, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, FEB. 27
Editor’s note: This episode replaces what was previously scheduled.
Dean Norris Returns as Air Force Representative Colonel Williams
“The Dependence Transcendence” – Tensions rise when the boys struggle to complete their government project on time and Sheldon tries an energy drink to stay awake. Also, Penny and Amy go to a “party” at Bert (Brian Posehn) the geologist’s house, and Kooothrappali learns Bernadette’s true feelings about her pregnancy when they clean out the future baby room, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Feb. 27 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Dean Norris returns as Air Force Representative Colonel Williams. (Originally broadcast 10/3/16.)
RECURRING CAST: Brian George (Dr. Koothrappali)
Dean Norris (Colonel Williams)
GUEST CAST: Brian Posehn (Bert)
Brandon Jones (The Flash)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Saladin K. Patterson, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS THE BIG BANG THEORY: KOOTHRAPPALI PUTS SHELDON IN CHARGE OF HIS FINANCES, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 23
“The Comic-Con Conundrum” – With Koothrappali cut off from his father’s fortune, he appoints Sheldon to help him get out of debt. Also, Penny considers joining Leonard at Comic-Con, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 23 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Saladin K. Patterson, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS AMY IS FURIOUS WHEN SHE LEARNS SHELDON HAS SHARED INTIMATE DETAILS OF THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH PEOPLE AT THE UNIVERSITY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 16
“The Allowance Evaporation”– Sheldon and Amy have their first fight since moving in together, and Koothrappali is shocked at the realities of financial independence when he stops receiving support from his father, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 16 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Brian George (Dr. Koothrappali)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS LEONARD AND WOLOWITZ TRY TO GET SHELDON OUT OF THEIR HAIR BY GIVING HIM TICKETS TO A HISTORIC RAILWAY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 9
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams
“The Locomotion Reverberation”– Leonard and Wolowitz try to distract Sheldon when he slows the progress of their guidance system. Also, Penny and Amy take Bernadette out for the night, leaving Raj and Stuart to care for baby Halley, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 9 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Dean Norris returns as Colonel Williams.
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Holland, Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS AIR FORCE REPRESENTATIVE COLONEL WILLIAMS SITS DOWN TO TALK WITH WOLOWITZ, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, JAN. 30
Editor’s note: This episode replaces previously scheduled programming.
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams
“The Military Miniaturization” – Colonel Williams (Dean Norris), an Air Force representative from the Department of Material Command sits down to talk with Wolowitz, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Jan. 30 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/26/16.)
RECURRING CAST: Dean Norris (Colonel Williams)
GUEST CAST: Josh Zuckerman (Marty)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS SHELDON GETS HELP READING PEOPLE’S FEELINGS WHEN HE BETA-TESTS AN EMOTION-DETECTING MACHINE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 2
“The Emotion Detection Automation”– Sheldon beta-tests an MIT invention after hearing it can help him read people’s emotions. Also, Leonard can’t hide his feelings when Penny announces her brother is coming to town, and Raj invites his ex-girlfriends over to give him dating advice, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 2 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laura Spencer, Katie Micucci, Alessandra Torresani and Katie Leclerc return as Raj’s ex-girlfriends.
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS SHELDON AND AMY MOVE IN TOGETHER, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 26
“The Cohabitation Experimentation” – When Amy’s apartment floods, she proposes a “cohabitation experiment” with Sheldon. Also, Howard and Bernadette are upset when Koothrappali learns the gender of the baby before they do, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 26 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/10/16.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS AFTER SHELDON’S MOTHER AND LEONARD’S FATHER SHARE AN EVENING TOGETHER, EVERYONE DEALS WITH AN AWKWARD MORNING THE NEXT DAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF THE 10th SEASON PREMIERE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, JAN. 23
Editor’s note: This episode replaces previously scheduled programing.
Guest Stars Include Katey Sagal as Penny’s Mother, Jack McBrayer as Penny’s Brother and Dean Norris as Air Force Representative Colonel Williams
Christine Baranski, Laurie Metcalf, Judd Hirsch and Keith Carradine Return
“The Conjugal Conjecture” – After Sheldon’s mother and Leonard's father share an evening together, everyone deals with an awkward morning the next day. Also, Penny’s family arrives for the wedding ceremony, including her anxiety-ridden mother, Susan (Katey Sagal), and her drug dealing brother, Randall (Jack McBrayer), on a rebroadcast of the 10th season premiere of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Jan. 23 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Dean Norris guest stars as Colonel Williams, an Air Force Representative from the Department of Materiel Command. Christine Baranski, Laurie Metcalf, Judd Hirsch and Keith Carradine return. (Originally broadcast 9/19/16.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
Judd Hirsch (Alfred)
Keith Carradine (Wyatt)
Katey Sagal (Susan)
Jack McBrayer (Randall)
Dean Norris (Colonel Williams)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS WHEN LEONARD AND PENNY FIGHT, SHELDON PLAYS THE UNLIKELY PEACEMAKER, ON "BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JAN. 19
"The Romance Recalibration"- When Penny feels that Leonard is taking her for granted, she decides to go on a spa weekend with Amy. Also, Wolowitz and Koothrappali try to fix a squeaky floorboard in the baby's room, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 19 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch, Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS TENSIONS RISE WHEN THE BOYS STRUGGLE TO COMPLETE THEIR GOVERNMENT PROJECT ON TIME, ON A REBROADCAST OF “BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 12
Dean Norris Returns as Air Force Representative Colonel Williams
“The Dependence Transcendence” – Tensions rise when the boys struggle to complete their government project on time, and Sheldon tries an energy drink to stay awake. Also, Penny and Amy go to a “party” at Bert (Brian Posehn) the geologist’s house, and Kooothrappali learns Bernadette’s true feelings about her pregnancy when they clean out the future baby room, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Dean Norris returns as Air Force Representative Colonel Williams. (Originally broadcast 10/3/16.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Saladin K. Patterson, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS CHAOS ENSUES WHEN LEONARD’S RECENTLY DIVORCED PARENTS AND SHELDON’S DEVOUTLY RELIGIOUS MOTHER COMES TO TOWN, ON A REBROADCAST OF THE NINTH SEASON FINALE OF “BIG BANG THEORY,” TUESDAY, JAN. 10
Editor’s note: This episode replaces the previously scheduled episode.
Emmy Award Winner Judd Hirsch Guest Stars as Leonard’s Father, Alfred
Christine Baranksi Returns as Leonard’s Mother, Beverly and Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary
“The Convergence Convergence” - Chaos ensues when Leonard’s recently divorced parents, Alfred (Judd Hirsch) and Beverly (Christine Baranski), and Sheldon’s devoutly religious mother, Mary (Laurie Metcalf), come to town. Also, Wolowitz and Koothrappali think the government is out to get them when they are contacted about their guidance system, on a rebroadcast of the ninth season finale of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Tuesday, Jan. 10 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/12/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro & Tara Hernandez & Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steve Holland & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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PENNY STRUGGLES TO BOND WITH LEONARD’S MOTHER WHEN SHE COMES FOR A VISIT, ON A REBROADCAST OF “BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, JAN. 9
Christine Baranksi Returns as Leonard’s Mother, Beverly
“The Line Substitution Solution” – Sheldon hires Stuart to spend the day with Amy when he’d rather go to a movie screening. Also, Leonard’s mother, Beverly (Christine Baranski), comes to town, and Penny struggles to make a connection with her, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Jan. 9 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/5/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Steve Holland & Saladin K. Patterson & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich
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SHELDON AND AMY VISIT LEONARD AND PENNY FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE THE HOLIDAYS AND SHARE DETAILS ABOUT THEIR TERRIBLE TRIP TO TEXAS, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 5
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary
“The Holiday Summation” – Sheldon and Amy visit Leonard and Penny for the first time since the holidays and share details about their terrible trip to Texas, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 5 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon’s mother, Mary.
STORY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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THE GANG MUST TAKE SIDES WHEN A FIGHT BETWEEN LEONARD AND SHELDON ESCALATES, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 22
“The Viewing Party Combustion” – Everyone must choose sides when a small argument between Leonard and Sheldon erupts into a heated fight during a group get-together, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 22 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/21/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS THE BIG BANG THEORY Airing Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016 (8:00-8:30PM) on the CBS Television Network: THE BIRTHDAY SYNCHRONICITY - Bernadette is taken to the hospital to have her baby. Sheldon and Amy are trying to have Amy's birthday sex.
HOWARD AND BERNADETTE WELCOME THEIR NEW BABY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 15
“The Birthday Synchronicity”– Howard and Bernadette welcome their new baby and Sheldon and Amy celebrate Amy’s birthday, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 15 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: Vernee Watson (Althea)
Pamela Adlon (Halley)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre Read More
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CBS SHELDON AND THE GANG CELEBRATE HIS BIRTHDAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF THE 200TH EPISODE OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, DEC. 5
Christine Baranski, John Ross Bowie, Sara Gilbert and Wil Wheaton Return, Joined By Special Guest Star Adam West
"The Celebration Experimentation" - After more than nine years together, the gang finally celebrates Sheldon's birthday, surprising him with a special guest, on a rebroadcast of the 200th episode of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Dec. 5 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Christine Baranski, John Ross Bowie, Sara Gilbert and Wil Wheaton return, joined by special guest star Adam West. (Originally broadcast 2/25/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS AIR FORCE REPRESENTATIVE COLONEL WILLIAMS SITS DOWN TO TALK WITH WOLOWITZ, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, DEC. 8
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams
"The Military Miniaturization" - Colonel Williams (Dean Norris), an Air Force representative from the Department of Material Command, sits down to talk with Wolowitz, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 8 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/26/16.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS BATTLE ENSUES WHEN SHELDON AND LEONARD ARGUE OVER WHO WILL GET CUSTODY OF THEIR SHARED BELONGINGS, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 1
Christopher Lloyd Guest Stars as Theodore
“The Property Division Collision”– Sheldon and Leonard try to divvy up their shared belongings, but can’t agree on anything. Also, Koothrappali and Stuart fight to be the most helpful during Bernadette’s final weeks of pregnancy, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 1 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Bill Prady, Steve Goetsch
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS SHELDON AND AMY SPEND THANKSGIVING AT THE AQUARIUM TOGETHER AS FRIENDS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 24
Business Magnate and Inventor Elon Musk Guest Stars as Himself
“The Platonic Permutation” – Sheldon and Amy try hanging out as friends when they spend Thanksgiving together at the aquarium. Also, Wolowitz reluctantly agrees to volunteer at the soup kitchen with Bernadette, Raj and Emily, and Penny discovers that Leonard knows more about her than she thought, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 24 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Business magnate and inventor Elon Musk appears as himself. (Originally broadcast 11/19/15.)
GUEST CAST: Elon Musk (Himself)
Wayne Wilderson (Travis)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Jeremy Howe and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari and Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS SHELDON TELLS AMY HE WANTS TO MAKE A BABY WITH HER, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 10
“The Brain Bowl Incubation” – After a successful experiment combining their genes, Sheldon will stop at nothing to convince Amy they should procreate. Also, Koothrappali is embarrassed to tell the gang what the new woman he’s dating does for a living, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 10 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: Maria Canals-Barrera (Issabella)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS SHELDON STRUGGLES TO CONTAIN HIS JEALOUSY WHEN A CO-WORKER WINS AN AWARD, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 17
Stephen Hawking Returns to Guest Star as Himself Preview
“The Geology Elevation” – When Bert (Brian Posehn), a Caltech geologist, wins the MacArthur Genius fellowship, Sheldon is overcome with jealousy. Also, Wolowitz finds an old remote control Stephen Hawking action figure he invented, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 17 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Stephen Hawking returns to guest star as himself.
RECURRING CAST: John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Stephen Hawking (Himself)
GUEST CAST: Kunal Dudheker (Tour Guide)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Erik Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS IN ORDER TO CONTINUE LIVING WITH SHELDON, AMY LIES TO HIM ABOUT REPAIRS BEING MADE TO HER APARTMENT, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 3 Preview
“The Veracity Elasticity” – In order to continue living with Sheldon, Amy lies to him about repairs being made to her apartment and they host an “on location” episode of “Fun With Flags” in Penny’s apartment. Also, Leonard lets Penny decorate Sheldon’s old room after he learns that she has been secretly moving Leonard’s collectibles into storage, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 3 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds, Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS PENNY IS INVITED TO APPEAR AT A LOCAL COMIC CON FOR HER ROLE IN “SERIAL APE-IST,” AND LEONARD CONVINCES HER TO ATTEND, WHEN “THE BIG BANG THEORY” MOVES TO ITS REGULAR TIME PERIOD, THURSDAY, OCT. 27, AT 8:00 PM Preview
“The Fetal Kick Catalyst” – Penny is surprised to learn she has fans of her performance in “Serial Ape-ist” when she attends Van Nuys Comic Con with Leonard. Also, Amy hosts a Sheldon-style brunch at Penny’s apartment, and Wolowitz makes an impulsive purchase when he starts stressing out about the baby on the way, when THE BIG BANG THEORY moves to its regular time period, Thursday, Oct. 27 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
GUEST CAST: Michelle Arthur (Mrs. Petrescu)
Joshua Banday (Nolan)
Bryan Safi (Daniel)
Tucker Albrizzi (Christopher)
Jareb Dauplaise (Jeff)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Saladin K. Patterson, Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS SHELDON THREATENS TO BREAK OFF THEIR RELATIONSHIP WHEN AMY REFUSES TO ADHERE TO THE BATHROOM SCHEDULE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 17
“The Hot Tub Contamination” – Leonard and Penny must separate a quarreling Sheldon and Amy when their cohabitation does not go as planned, and Sheldon threatens to break off their relationship when Amy refuses to adhere to the bathroom schedule. Also, Howard and Bernadette find unexpected guests at their house when they decide to stay home from a planned vacation, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 17 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS SHELDON AND AMY MOVE IN TOGETHER, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, OCT. 10
"The Cohabitation Experimentation" - When Amy's apartment floods, she proposes a "cohabitation experiment" with Sheldon. Also, Howard and Bernadette are upset when Koothrappali learns the gender of the baby before they do, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 10 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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TENSIONS RISE WHEN THE BOYS STRUGGLE TO COMPLETE THEIR GOVERNMENT PROJECT ON TIME, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 3
Dean Norris Returns as Air Force Representative Colonel Williams
“The Dependence Transcendence” – Tensions rise when the boys struggle to complete their government project on time and Sheldon tries an energy drink to stay awake. Also, Penny and Amy go to a “party” at Bert (Brian Posehn) the geologist’s house, and Kooothrappali learns Bernadette’s true feelings about her pregnancy when they clean out the future baby room, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 3 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Dean Norris returns as Air Force Representative Colonel Williams.
RECURRING CAST: Brian George (Dr. Koothrappali)
Dean Norris (Colonel Williams)
GUEST CAST: Brian Posehn (Bert)
Brandon Jones (The Flash)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Saladin K. Patterson, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski -

Katey Sagal plays Penny's mom

EMMY AWARD WINNER BOB NEWHART RETURNS AS SHELDON’S OBI-WAN KENOBI TO ADVISE HIM ON A DIFFICULT RELATIONSHIP DECISION, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, SEPT. 29
“The Opening Night Excitation” – After more than five years of dating, Sheldon and Amy spend their first night together. Also, Leonard, Wolowitz, and Koothrappali must decide who will take their extra Star Wars movie ticket, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 29 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Emmy Award winner Bob Newhart returns as Sheldon’s Obi-Wan Kenobi. (Originally broadcast 12/17/15.)
RECURRING CAST Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST CAST: Bob Newhart (Arthur)
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
Jeff Witzke (Movie Goer, O.S)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro Eric Kaplan and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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LEONARD AND PENNY ARE DRIVEN CRAZY BY SHELDON’S DESPERATE ATTEMPTS TO REMEMBER THE NAME OF A SONG STUCK IN HIS HEAD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, SEPT. 29
Stephen Merchant Returns as Dave
“The Earworm Reverberation” – Sheldon has a revelation when he realizes why a song was stuck in his head. Also, Amy invites Dave (Stephen Merchant) over for dinner despite their previously awkward date, and Wolowitz and Koothrappali become obsessed with a fan of their band, “Footprints on the Moon,” on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 29 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/10/15.)
GUEST CAST: Stephen Merchant (Dave)
Yoshi Barrigas (Trent)
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds, Saladin Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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AIR FORCE REPRESENTATIVE COLONEL WILLIAMS SITS DOWN TO TALK WITH WOLOWITZ, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 26
Dean Norris Returns as Colonel Williams
“The Military Miniaturization” – Colonel Williams (Dean Norris), an Air Force representative from the Department of Material Command sits down to talk with Wolowitz, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 26 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Dean Norris (Colonel Williams)
GUEST CAST: Josh Zuckerman (Marty)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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AFTER SHELDON’S MOTHER AND LEONARD’S FATHER SHARE AN EVENING TOGETHER, EVERYONE DEALS WITH AN AWKWARD MORNING THE NEXT DAY, ON THE 10th SEASON PREMIERE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 19
Guest Stars Include Katey Sagal as Penny’s Mother, Jack McBrayer as Penny’s Brother and Dean Norris as Air Force Representative Colonel Williams
Christine Baranski, Laurie Metcalf, Judd Hirsch and Keith Carradine Return
“The Conjugal Conjecture” – After Sheldon’s mother and Leonard's father share an evening together, everyone deals with an awkward morning the next day. Also, Penny’s family arrives for the wedding ceremony, including her anxiety-ridden mother, Susan (Katey Sagal), and her drug dealing brother, Randall (Jack McBrayer), on the 10th season premiere of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 19 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Dean Norris guest stars as Colonel Williams, an Air Force Representative from the Department of Materiel Command. Christine Baranski, Laurie Metcalf, Judd Hirsch and Keith Carradine return.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
Judd Hirsch (Alfred)
Keith Carradine (Wyatt)
Katey Sagal (Susan)
Jack McBrayer (Randall)
Dean Norris (Colonel Williams)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SECRETS ARE REVEALED WHEN LEONARD, PENNY, SHELDON AND AMY GO ON A WEEKEND GETAWAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 12
Editor’s note: The air time of this episode has changed.
“The Big Bear Precipitation” – Sheldon spills a secret of Leonard’s when the two take a weekend cabin trip with Penny and Amy. Also, when Koothrappali goes overboard with pregnancy gifts, Wolowitz and Bernadette must draw the line, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 12 (9:01-9:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/7/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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WHEN SHELDON’S LAPTOP DIES, IT LEADS HIM TO SHARE A DEEP SECRET WITH AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 12
Editor’s note: The air time of this episode has changed.
“The Solder Excursion Diversion” – Amy is shocked at a revelation from Sheldon after she buys him a new laptop. Also, Koothrappali sells out Leonard and Wolowitz after they lie to their wives in order to attend an early screening of a movie, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/31/16.)
GUEST CAST: H. Michael Croner (Andre)
WRITTEN BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON AND AMY HOST A SPECIAL EPISODE OF “FUN WITH FLAGS,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 5
“The Valentino Submergence” – Sheldon and Amy host a live episode of Fun with Flags; Leonard and Penny grapple with getting older; Howard and Bernadette find a surprise in their hot tub; and Raj is torn between Emily and the cute girl he met at the Comic Bookstore, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 5 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/11/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Steve Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN THE GANG FINDS OUT ABOUT BERNADETTE’S PREGNANCY, THEY CELEBRATE BY SINGING KARAOKE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 5
“The Positive Negative Reaction” – When the gang finds out about Bernadette’s pregnancy, they celebrate by singing karaoke. Also, Bernadette is concerned when Wolowitz freaks out over her pregnancy announcement, and Wolowitz is convinced he must make more money to provide for the baby, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 5 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/18/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Saladin K. Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ HAS SECOND THOUGHTS ABOUT ENTERING INTO A LEGAL PARTNERSHIP WITH SHELDON AND LEONARD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, SEPT. 8
“The Application Deterioration” – Leonard, Sheldon and Wolowitz run into problems when they file for a patent for their infinite persistence gyroscope. Also, Penny, Amy and Bernadette give Koothrappali dating advice when Emily reaches out to him after their breakup, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 8 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/10/16.)
GUEST CAST: Jim Holmes (Tim)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY STRUGGLES TO BOND WITH LEONARD’S MOTHER WHEN SHE COMES FOR A VISIT, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 25
Christine Baranksi Returns As Leonard’s Mother, Beverly
“The Line Substitution Solution” – Sheldon hires Stuart to spend the day with Amy when he’d rather go to a movie screening. Also, Leonard’s mother, Beverly (Christine Baranski), comes to town and Penny struggles to make a connection with her, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 25 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/5/16.)
GUEST CAST: Blake Anderson (Trevor)
Amanda Payton (Ainsley)
WRITTEN BY: Steve Holland & Saladin K. Patterson & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich
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LEONARD, PENNY AND THE GANG FINALLY MEET SHELDON’S “MEEMAW,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 18
June Squibb to Guest Star as Sheldon’s ‘Meemaw’
“The Meemaw Materialization” – Sheldon’s thrilled when his Meemaw comes to visit, but his excitement quickly fades when she butts heads with Amy. Also, Raj meets a new girl at the comic book store who makes him question his relationship with Emily, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 18 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. June Squibb guest stars as Sheldon’s Meemaw. (Originally broadcast 2/4/16.)
GUEST CAST: June Squibb (Meemaw)
Alessandra Torresani (Claire)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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WHEN SHELDON GETS SICK, THE WHOLE GANG SUFFERS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 11
“The Empathy Optimization” – After having to deal with a sick Sheldon, Leonard, Penny and the gang try to treat themselves to a Sheldon-free weekend, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 11 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/14/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Dave Geotsch
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON AND BERNADETTE SPEND A NIGHT HANGING OUT TOGETHER WHILE THE REST OF THE GANG GOES TO A WINE TASTING, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 28
“The Fermentation Bifurcation” – The gang goes to a wine bar and runs into Penny’s old boyfriend, Zack (Brian Thomas Smith). Also, Bernadette gets stuck spending the evening with Sheldon when she can’t go wine tasting with the group, and things don’t go as planned when Koothrappali introduces his new girlfriend, Claire (Alessandra Torresani), on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 28 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/28/16.)
RECURRING CAST: Brian Thomas Smith (Zach)
Alessandra Torresani (Claire)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre
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THE GANG MUST TAKE SIDES WHEN A FIGHT BETWEEN LEONARD AND SHELDON ESCALATES, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 21
“The Viewing Party Combustion” – Everyone must choose sides when a small argument between Leonard and Sheldon erupts into a heated fight during a group get-together, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 21 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/21/16.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SECRETS ARE REVEALED WHEN LEONARD, PENNY, SHELDON AND AMY GO ON A WEEKEND GETAWAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 14
“The Big Bear Precipitation” – Sheldon spills a secret of Leonard’s when the two take a weekend cabin trip with Penny and Amy. Also, when Koothrappali goes overboard with pregnancy gifts, Wolowitz and Bernadette must draw the line, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 14 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/7/16.)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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WHEN SHELDON’S LAPTOP DIES, IT LEADS HIM TO SHARE A DEEP SECRET WITH AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 7
“The Solder Excursion Diversion” – Amy is shocked at a revelation from Sheldon after she buys him a new laptop. Also, Koothrappali sells out Leonard and Wolowitz after they lie to their wives in order to attend an early screening of a movie, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/31/16.)
GUEST CAST: H. Michael Croner (Andre)
WRITTEN BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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WOLOWITZ HAS SECOND THOUGHTS ABOUT ENTERING INTO A LEGAL PARTNERSHIP WITH SHELDON AND LEONARD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 30
“The Application Deterioration” – Leonard, Sheldon and Wolowitz run into problems when they file for a patent for their infinite persistence gyroscope. Also, Penny, Amy and Bernadette give Koothrappali dating advice when Emily reaches out to him after their breakup, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 30 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/10/16.)
GUEST CAST: Jim Holmes (Tim)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON AND THE GANG CELEBRATE HIS BIRTHDAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF THE 200TH EPISODE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 23
Christine Baranski, John Ross Bowie, Sara Gilbert and Wil Wheaton Return, Joined By Special Guest Star Adam West Promo
“The Celebration Experimentation” – After more than nine years together, the gang finally celebrates Sheldon’s birthday, surprising him with a special guest, on a rebroadcast of the 200th episode of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 23 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Christine Baranski, John Ross Bowie, Sara Gilbert and Wil Wheaton return, joined by special guest star Adam West. (Originally broadcast 2/25/16.)
GUEST CAST: Adam West (Himself)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY HOST A SPECIAL EPISODE OF “FUN WITH FLAGS” FOR VALENTINE’S DAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 9
“The Valentino Submergence” – Sheldon and Amy host a live Valentine’s Day episode of Fun with Flags, Leonard and Penny grapple with getting older, Howard and Bernadette find a surprise in their hot tub and Raj is torn between Emily and the cute girl he met at the Comic Bookstore, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 9 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/11/16.)
GUEST CAST: Alessandra Torresani (Claire)
Creagen Dow (Maitre D’)
Shane Blades (Customer)
WRITTEN BY: Steve Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, PENNY AND THE GANG FINALLY MEET SHELDON’S “MEEMAW,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 2
June Squibb to Guest Star as Sheldon’s ‘Meemaw’
“The Meemaw Materialization” – Sheldon’s thrilled when his Meemaw comes to visit, but his excitement quickly fades when she butts heads with Amy. Also, Raj meets a new girl at the comic book store who makes him question his relationship with Emily, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 2 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. June Squibb guest stars as Sheldon’s Meemaw. (Originally broadcast 2/4/16.)
GUEST CAST: June Squibb (Meemaw)
Alessandra Torresani (Claire)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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EMMY AWARD WINNER BOB NEWHART RETURNS AS SHELDON’S OBI-WAN KENOBI TO ADVISE HIM ON A DIFFICULT RELATIONSHIP DECISION, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 19
“The Opening Night Excitation” – After more than five years of dating, Sheldon and Amy spend their first night together. Also, Leonard, Wolowitz, and Koothrappali must decide who will take their extra Star Wars movie ticket, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 19 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Emmy Award winner Bob Newhart returns as Sheldon’s Obi-Wan Kenobi. (Originally broadcast 12/17/15.)
GUEST CAST: Bob Newhart (Arthur)
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
Jeff Witzke (Movie Goer, O.S)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro Eric Kaplan and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ AND BERNADETTE EXPERIENCE “EMPTY NEST SYNDROME” AFTER STUART MOVES OUT, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MAY 16
Jane Kaczmarek Guest Stars as Dr. Gallo
“The Sales Call Sublimation” – Penny gets more than she bargained for when Leonard agrees to meet with a psychiatrist (Jane Kaczmarek) on her behalf. Also, Sheldon and Koothrappali collaborate on an astronomical discovery, and Wolowitz and Bernadette can’t believe what they are feeling after Stuart moves out, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 16 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Jane Kaczmarek guest stars as Dr. Gallo. (Originally broadcast 1/7/16.)
GUEST CAST: Jane Kaczmarek (Dr. Gallo)
WRITTEN BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Saladin K. Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CHAOS ENSUES WHEN LEONARD’S RECENTLY DIVORCED PARENTS AND SHELDON’S DEVOUTLY RELIGIOUS MOTHER COMES TO TOWN, ON THE NINTH SEASON FINALE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 12
Emmy Award Winner Judd Hirsch Guest Stars as Leonard’s Father, Alfred
Christine Baranksi Returns as Leonard’s Mother, Beverly and Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary
“The Convergence Convergence” - Chaos ensues when Leonard’s recently divorced parents, Alfred (Judd Hirsch) and Beverly (Christine Baranski), and Sheldon’s devoutly religious mother, Mary (Laurie Metcalf), come to town. Also, Wolowitz and Koothrappali think the government is out to get them when they are contacted about their guidance system, on the ninth season finale of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Christine Baranski (Beverly)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
GUEST CAST: Judd Hirsch (Alfred)
Marcus Folmar (Police Officer)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro & Tara Hernandez & Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steve Holland & Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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LEONARD AND PENNY ARE DRIVEN CRAZY BY SHELDON’S DESPERATE ATTEMPTS TO REMEMBER THE NAME OF A SONG STUCK IN HIS HEAD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MAY 9
Stephen Merchant Returns as Dave
“The Earworm Reverberation” – Sheldon has a revelation when he realizes why a song was stuck in his head. Also, Amy invites Dave (Stephen Merchant) over for dinner despite their previously awkward date, and Wolowitz and Koothrappali become obsessed with a fan of their band, “Footprints on the Moon,” on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 9 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/10/15.)
GUEST CAST: Stephen Merchant (Dave)
Yoshi Barrigas (Trent)
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds, Saladin Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY STRUGGLES TO BOND WITH LEONARD’S MOTHER WHEN SHE COMES FOR A VISIT, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 5
Christine Baranksi Returns As Leonard’s Mother, Beverly
“The Line Substitution Solution” – Sheldon hires Stuart to spend the day with Amy when he’d rather go to a movie screening. Also, Leonard’s mother, Beverly (Christine Baranski), comes to town and Penny struggles to make a connection with her, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 5 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
GUEST CAST: Blake Anderson (Trevor)
Amanda Payton (Ainsley)
WRITTEN BY: Steve Holland & Saladin K. Patterson & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Eric Kaplan & Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

CBS WITH AMY OUT ON A DATE WITH A MYSTERY MAN, SHELDON ENLISTS THE HELP OF WOLOWITZ AND KOOTHRAPPALI TO FIND A NEW GIRLFRIEND, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, MAY 2
Stephen Merchant Guest Stars as the Mystery Man, Dave
Analeigh Tipton Guest Stars as Vanessa
"The Mystery Date Observation" - Sheldon, Wolowitz and Koothrappali post an online advertisement to find Sheldon a new girlfriend. Also, when Amy is coy with details about a guy she is dating, Penny and Bernadette decide to spy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, May 2 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Stephen Merchant guest stars as the mystery man, Dave, and Analeigh Tipton guest stars as Vanessa. (Originally broadcast 11/12/15.)
GUEST CAST: Stephen Merchant (Dave)
Analeigh Tipton (Vanessa)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

"The Fermentation Bifurcation" is the twenty-second episode of the ninth season of the American sitcom The Big Bang Theory. The episode will air on Thursday, April 28, 2016.
When Leonard, Penny, Amy, Howard, Raj and Claire all go out to a wine tasting party and they run into Zack who hits on Claire. Meanwhile, Bernadette and Sheldon spend the night at 4A where they play games and end up having a fun night. Preview
Guest starring: Brian Smith as Zack Johnson
Alessandra Torresani as Claire
Teleplay: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland & Jim Reynolds
Story: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch & Tara Hernandez
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LEONARD AND PENNY ARE DRIVEN CRAZY BY SHELDON’S DESPERATE ATTEMPTS TO REMEMBER THE NAME OF A SONG STUCK IN HIS HEAD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME ON THURSDAY, APRIL 25
Stephen Merchant Returns as Dave
“The Earworm Reverberation” – Sheldon has a revelation when he realizes why a song was stuck in his head. Also, Amy invites Dave (Stephen Merchant) over for dinner despite their previously awkward date, and Wolowitz and Koothrappali become obsessed with a fan of their band, “Footprints on the Moon,” on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time Thursday, April 25 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/10/15.)
GUEST CAST: Stephen Merchant (Dave)
Yoshi Barrigas (Trent)
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds, Saladin Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE GANG MUST TAKE SIDES WHEN A FIGHT BETWEEN LEONARD AND SHELDON ESCALATES, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 21
“The Viewing Party Combustion” – Everyone must choose sides when a small argument between Leonard and Sheldon erupts into a heated fight during a group get-together, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 21 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY SPEND THANKSGIVING AT THE AQUARIUM TOGETHER AS FRIENDS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 14
Business Magnate and Inventor Elon Musk Guest Stars as Himself
“The Platonic Permutation” – Sheldon and Amy try hanging out as friends when they spend Thanksgiving together at the aquarium. Also, Wolowitz reluctantly agrees to volunteer at the soup kitchen with Bernadette, Raj and Emily, and Penny discovers that Leonard knows more about her than she thought, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 14 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Business magnate and inventor Elon Musk appears as himself. (Originally broadcast 11/19/15.)
GUEST CAST: Elon Musk (Himself)
Wayne Wilderson (Travis)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Jeremy Howe and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari and Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

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SECRETS ARE REVEALED WHEN LEONARD, PENNY, SHELDON AND AMY GO ON A WEEKEND GETAWAY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 7
“The Big Bear Precipitation” – Sheldon spills a secret of Leonard’s when the two take a weekend cabin trip with Penny and Amy. Also, when Koothrappali goes overboard with pregnancy gifts, Wolowitz and Bernadette must draw the line, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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LEONARD AND PENNY ARE SHOCKED TO LEARN THAT SHELDON HAD AN ENGAGEMENT RING FOR AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, APRIL 4
Wil Wheaton, Adam Nimoy and Stephen Merchant Guest Star
“The Spock Resonance” – While being interviewed for a documentary about Spock from “Star Trek,” Sheldon struggles to suppress his emotions about his recent break-up with Amy. Also, Wolowitz and Bernadette butt heads over remodeling his childhood home, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, April 4 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Wil Wheaton, Adam Nimoy and Stephen Merchant guest star. (Originally broadcast 11/5/15.)
GUEST CAST: Adam Nimoy (Himself)
Stephen Merchant (Dave)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre

SHELDON FINDS HIMSELF IN AN AWKWARD POSITION WHEN BARRY KRIPKE EXPRESSES INTEREST IN AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT, MONDAY, APRIL 4
“The Perspiration Implementation” – The guys take a fencing lesson from Barry Kripke and Sheldon finds himself in an awkward position when Kripke expresses interest in Amy. Also, when Stuart struggles to get female customers at the Comic Book Store, Penny, Amy and Bernadette come by to help him out, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night, Monday, April 4 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/19/15.)
GUEST CAST: Megan Heyn (Natalie)
Patrika Darbo (Grace)
Rebecca Ann Johnson (Attractive Red Head)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Saladin Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN SHELDON’S LAPTOP DIES, IT LEADS HIM TO SHARE A DEEP SECRET WITH AMY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 31
“The Solder Excursion Diversion” – Amy is shocked at a revelation from Sheldon after she buys him a new laptop. Also, Koothrappali sells out Leonard and Wolowitz after they lie to their wives in order to attend an early screening of a movie, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 31 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST: H. Michael Croner (Andre)
WRITTEN BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ HAS SECOND THOUGHTS ABOUT ENTERING INTO A LEGAL PARTNERSHIP WITH SHELDON AND LEONARD, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 10
“The Application Deterioration” – Leonard, Sheldon, and Wolowitz run into problems when they file for a patent for their infinite persistence gyroscope. Also, Penny, Amy and Bernadette give Koothrappali dating advice when Emily reaches out to him after their breakup, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 10 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST: Laura Spencer (Emily)
Alessandra Torresani (Claire)
GUEST CAST: Jim Holmes (Tim)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON SEARCHES FOR A NEW ROOMMATE WHEN PENNY AND LEONARD ANNOUNCE THEY’RE MOVING IN TOGETHER, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MARCH 7
“The 2003 Approximation” – Sheldon learns of an impending change in his living arrangements and decides to revert back to 2003, a simpler time before he met Leonard and Penny. Also, Howard and Raj form a band to play at the Comic Book Store, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, March 7 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/12/15.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laura Spencer (Emily)
GUEST CAST: Craig Welzbacher (Candidate #1)
Kurt Koehler (Candidate #2)
Arshad Aslam (Candidate #3)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE BOYS SURPRISE LEONARD BY TAKING HIM TO MEXICO FOR A BELATED BACHELOR PARTY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MARCH 7
Keith Carradine Returns as Penny’s Father, Wyatt
“The Bachelor Party Corrosion” – The guys’ science skills are put to the test when they get a flat tire during Leonard’s bachelor party weekend in Mexico. Also, the girls force Penny to finally tell her family that she eloped with Leonard, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, March 7 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/5/15.)
GUEST CAST: Keith Carradine (Wyatt)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WITH AMY OUT ON A DATE WITH A MYSTERY MAN, SHELDON ENLISTS THE HELP OF WOLOWITZ AND KOOTHRAPPALI TO FIND A NEW GIRLFRIEND, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 3
Stephen Merchant Guest Stars as the Mystery Man, Dave
Analeigh Tipton Guest Stars as Vanessa
“The Mystery Date Observation” – Sheldon, Wolowitz and Koothrappali post an online advertisement to find Sheldon a new girlfriend. Also, when Amy is coy with details about a guy she is dating, Penny and Bernadette decide to spy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 3 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Stephen Merchant guest stars as the mystery man, Dave, and Analeigh Tipton guest stars as Vanessa. (Originally broadcast 11/12/15.)
GUEST CAST: Stephen Merchant (Dave)
Analeigh Tipton (Vanessa)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS SHELDON AND THE GANG CELEBRATE HIS BIRTHDAY, ON THE 200TH EPISODE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 25
Christine Baranski, John Ross Bowie, Sara Gilbert and Wil Wheaton Return, Joined By Special Guest Star Adam West
“The Celebration Experimentation” – After more than nine years together, the gang finally celebrates Sheldon’s birthday, surprising him with a special guest, on the 200th episode of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 25 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Christine Baranski, John Ross Bowie, Sara Gilbert and Wil Wheaton return, joined by special guest star Adam West.
RECURRING CAST Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Sara Gilbert (Leslie Winkle)
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
GUEST CAST: Adam West (Himself)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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“The Positive Negative Reaction” – When the gang finds out about Bernadette’s pregnancy, they celebrate by singing karaoke. Also, Bernadette is concerned when Wolowitz freaks out over her pregnancy announcement, and Wolowitz is convinced he must make more money to provide for the baby, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 18 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds, Saladin K. Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS LEONARD AND PENNY ARE SHOCKED TO LEARN THAT SHELDON HAD AN ENGAGEMENT RING FOR AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17
Wil Wheaton, Adam Nimoy and Stephen Merchant Guest Star
“The Spock Resonance” – While being interviewed for a documentary about Spock from “Star Trek,” Sheldon struggles to suppress his emotions about his recent break-up with Amy. Also, Wolowitz and Bernadette butt heads over remodeling his childhood home, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Wednesday, Feb. 17 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Wil Wheaton, Adam Nimoy and Stephen Merchant guest star. (Originally broadcast 11/5/15.)
RECURRING CAST: Wil Wheaton (Himself)
Casey Sander (Mr. Rostenkowski)
GUEST CAST:
Adam Nimoy (Himself)
Stephen Merchant (Dave)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre

CBS LEONARD AND SHELDON ARE FORCED TO MAKE A BLACK MARKET PURCHASE IN ORDER TO COMPLETE AN EXPERIMENT, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 11
Editor’s note: This replaces the previously scheduled programming.
Michael Rapaport Guest Stars as Kenny, a Black Market Dealer
“The Helium Insufficiency” – In the midst of a nationwide helium shortage, Sheldon and Leonard take desperate measures to get the supplies they need. Also, Penny and Bernadette download a dating app on Amy's phone to try and find her a new man, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 11 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Michael Rapaport guest stars Kenny, a black market dealer. (Originally broadcast 10/26/15.)
GUEST CAST: Michael Rapaport (Kenny)
Elena Campbell-Martinez (Maria)
WRITTEN BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

CBS SHELDON AND AMY HOST A SPECIAL EPISODE OF “FUN WITH FLAGS” FOR VALENTINE’S DAY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 11
“The Valentino Submergence” – Sheldon and Amy host a live Valentine’s Day episode of Fun with Flags, Leonard and Penny grapple with getting older, Howard and Bernadette find a surprise in their hot tub and Raj is torn between Emily and the cute girl he met at the Comic Bookstore, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 11 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
WRITTEN BY: Steve Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan, Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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AFTER AMY BREAKS UP WITH SHELDON, HE TRIES TO RETALIATE USING “FUN WITH FLAGS,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, SUNDAY, FEB. 7
“The Separation Oscillation” – Leonard confronts the woman he kissed on the North Sea in an attempt to set Penny’s mind at ease. Also, Sheldon films a special episode of “Fun with Flags” after his breakup with Amy, and Bernadette feels guilty about withholding a secret from Penny, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Sunday, Feb. 7 (11:00-11:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/28/15.)
GUEST CAST: Melissa Tang (Mandy)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, PENNY AND THE GANG FINALLY MEET SHELDON’S “MEEMAW,” ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 4
June Squibb to Guest Star as Sheldon’s ‘Meemaw’
“The Meemaw Materialization” – Sheldon’s thrilled when his Meemaw comes to visit, but his excitement quickly fades when she butts heads with Amy. Also, Raj meets a new girl at the comic book store who makes him question his relationship with Emily, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 4 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. June Squibb guest stars as Sheldon’s Meemaw.
GUEST CAST: June Squibb (Meemaw)
Alessandra Torresani (Claire)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON FINDS HIMSELF IN AN AWKWARD POSITION WHEN BARRY KRIPKE EXPRESSES INTEREST IN AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 28
Editor’s note: This replaces the previously scheduled programming.
“The Perspiration Implementation”– The guys take a fencing lesson from Barry Kripke and Sheldon finds himself in an awkward position when Kripke expresses interest in Amy. Also, when Stuart struggles to get female customers at the Comic Book Store, Penny, Amy and Bernadette come by to help him out, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 28 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/19/15.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
GUEST CAST: Megan Heyn (Natalie)
Patrika Darbo (Grace)
Rebecca Ann Johnson (Attractive Red Head)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Saladin Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE BOYS SURPRISE LEONARD BY TAKING HIM TO MEXICO FOR A BELATED BACHELOR PARTY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 21
Editor’s note: This episode replaces the previously scheduled epsiode.
Keith Carradine Returns as Penny’s Father, Wyatt
“The Bachelor Party Corrosion” – The guys’ science skills are put to the test when they get a flat tire during Leonard’s bachelor party weekend in Mexico. Also, the girls force Penny to finally tell her family that she eloped with Leonard, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 21 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/5/15.)
GUEST CAST: Keith Carradine (Wyatt)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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WHEN SHELDON GETS SICK, THE WHOLE GANG SUFFERS, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 14
“The Empathy Optimization” – After having to deal with a sick Sheldon, Leonard, Penny and the gang try to treat themselves to a Sheldon-free weekend, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 14 (8:00-8:31, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laura Spencer (Emily)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan, Dave Geotsch
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Saladin K. Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AFTER LEONARD CONFESSES HE KISSED ANOTHER GIRL ON THE NORTH SEA, PENNY MUST DECIDE IF SHE WANTS TO GO THROUGH WITH THE WEDDING, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, JAN. 11
Editor’s note: This episode replaces previously scheduled programming.
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary
“The Matrimonial Momentum” – After driving to Vegas to get married, Penny struggles with Leonard’s confession that he kissed another girl. Also, Sheldon doesn’t know how to act after Amy pushes pause on their relationship, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, Jan. 11 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon’s mother, Mary. (Originally broadcast 9/21/15.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
GUEST CAST: Jim Meskimen (Minister)
Louise Claps (Receptionist)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AFTER AMY BREAKS UP WITH SHELDON, HE TRIES TO RETALIATE USING “FUN WITH FLAGS,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT, MONDAY, JAN. 11
Editor’s note: This episode replaces previously scheduled programming.
“The Separation Oscillation” – Leonard confronts the woman he kissed on the North Sea in an attempt to set Penny’s mind at ease. Also, Sheldon films a special episode of “Fun with Flags” after his breakup with Amy, and Bernadette feels guilty about withholding a secret from Penny, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night, Monday, Jan. 11 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/28/15.)
GUEST CAST: Melissa Tang (Mandy)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ AND BERNADETTE EXPERIENCE “EMPTY NEST SYNDROME” AFTER STUART MOVES OUT, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 7
Jane Kaczmarek Guest Stars as Dr. Gallo
“The Sales Call Sublimation” – Penny gets more than she bargained for when Leonard agrees to meet with a psychiatrist (Jane Kaczmarek) on her behalf. Also, Sheldon and Koothrappali collaborate on an astronomical discovery, and Wolowitz and Bernadette can’t believe what they are feeling after Stuart moves out, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Jane Kaczmarek guest stars as Dr. Gallo.
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST CAST: Jane Kaczmarek (Dr. Gallo)
WRITTEN BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Saladin K. Patterson
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON PUSHES LEONARD AND PENNY TO CHOOSE A DATE FOR THEIR WEDDING, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 31
“The Commitment Determination” – Sheldon pushes Leonard and Penny to choose a date for their wedding and deals with dramatic changes in his own relationship with Amy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 31 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/7/15.)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD AND WOLOWITZ NEARLY COME TO BLOWS AFTER A POTENTIAL DISASTER AT THE UNIVERSITY AND TURN TO RAJ FOR HELP, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT, MONDAY, DEC. 21
“The Clean Room Infiltration” – Leonard and Wolowitz nearly come to blows and turn to Raj for help in dealing with a work emergency. Meanwhile, Amy throws an authentic Victorian Christmas party, and Sheldon seeks revenge on her for making him celebrate the holidays, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night, Monday, Dec. 21 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/11/14.)
RECURRING CAST: Brian George (Dr. Koothrappali)
GUEST CAST: Dakin Matthews (Santa)
WRITTEN BY: Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

KOOTHRAPPALI FACES A THREAT TO HIS CUSHY LIFESTYLE WHEN HE IS CUT OFF FROM THE FAMILY FORTUNE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, DEC. 21
“The Graduation Transmission” – Wolowitz questions his engineering abilities when he and Sheldon can’t get a toy drone to fly. Meanwhile, a cancelled flight nearly prevents Leonard from giving the commencement address at his former high school, and Raj pits his parents against each other when his father cuts him off financially, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, Dec. 21 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/23/15.)
RECURRING CAST: Brian George (Dr. Koothrapali)
Alice Amter (Mrs. Koothrapali)
GUEST CAST: Robert Clotworthy (Headmaster Edwards)
Matt Mittelman (Tech Support, V.O)
Katherine Von Till (Tech Support, V.O Recording)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

SPARKS FLY WHEN SHELDON AND LEONARD’S MOTHERS FINALLY MEET, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 24
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary, and Christine Baranski Returns as Leonard’s Mother, Beverly
“The Maternal Combustion” – Personalities collide when Sheldon and Leonard’s mothers finally meet. Meanwhile, Howard finally decides to “man up” and do his fair share of the housework – but not without a little help from his friends, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 24 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Emmy Award winners Laurie Metcalf and Christine Baranski return as Sheldon’s and Leonard’s mothers, respectively. (Originally broadcast 4/30/15.)
RECURRING CAST: Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

EMMY AWARD WINNER BOB NEWHART RETURNS AS SHELDON’S OBI-WAN KENOBI TO ADVISE HIM ON A DIFFICULT RELATIONSHIP DECISION, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 17 Preview
“The Opening Night Excitation” – After more than five years of dating, Sheldon and Amy spend their first night together. Also, Leonard, Wolowitz, and Koothrappali must decide who will take their extra Star Wars movie ticket, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec.17 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Emmy Award winner Bob Newhart returns as Sheldon’s Obi-Wan Kenobi.
GUEST CAST: Bob Newhart (Arthur)
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
Jeff Witzke (Movie Goer, O.S)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro Eric Kaplan and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY SPEND THANKSGIVING AT THE AQUARIUM TOGETHER AS FRIENDS, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 19
Business Magnate and Inventor Elon Musk Guest Stars as Himself
“The Platonic Permutation” – Sheldon and Amy try hanging out as friends when they spend Thanksgiving together at the aquarium. Also, Wolowitz reluctantly agrees to volunteer at the soup kitchen with Bernadette, Raj and Emily, and Penny discovers that Leonard knows more about her than she thought, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 19 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Business magnate and inventor Elon Musk appears as himself.
RECURRING CAST: Laura Spencer (Emily)
GUEST CAST: Elon Musk (Himself)
Wayne Wilderson (Travis)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Jeremy Howe and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari and Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WITH AMY OUT ON A DATE WITH A MYSTERY MAN, SHELDON ENLISTS THE HELP OF WOLOWITZ AND KOOTHRAPPALI TO FIND A NEW GIRLFRIEND, ON “THE THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 12
Stephen Merchant Guest Stars as the Mystery Man, Dave; Analeigh Tipton Guest Stars as Vanessa
“The Mystery Date Observation” – Sheldon, Wolowitz and Koothrappali post an online advertisement to find Sheldon a new girlfriend. Also, when Amy is coy with details about a guy she is dating, Penny and Bernadette decide to spy, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Stephen Merchant guest stars as the mystery man, Dave, and Analeigh Tipton guest stars as Vanessa. WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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CBS THE BIG BANG THEORY : THE MYSTERY DATE OBSERVATION airing 11/12/15 (Th.) 8:00 PM : Amy has a formal date which Penny and Bernadette and a reluctant Leonard, secretly spy on. Sheldon has Howard and Raj help him find a new girlfriend since they found Amy for him. More Details
Guest star(s) Stephen Merchant as Dave and Analeigh Tipton as Vanessa.
Teleplay by Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland & Tara Hernandez
Story by Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan & Jim Reynolds
Directed by Mark Cendrowski

PENNY CONTEMPLATES A RETURN TO ACTING, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, THURSDAY, NOV. 5
“The Communication Deterioration” – When Raj is asked to create a message in case a NASA mission discovers alien life, the guys fight over what he should do. Also, Penny is torn between auditioning for a movie or keeping her successful pharmaceutical sales job, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Thursday, Nov. 5 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/16/15.)
GUEST CAST:
Sara Erikson (Gwen)
Kelli Goss (Chelsea)
Phoebe Neidhardt (Casting Assistant)
Mark Maitre (Alien)
Jeff Jingle (Alien #2)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Steve Holland and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds

LEONARD AND PENNY ARE SHOCKED TO LEARN THAT SHELDON HAD AN ENGAGEMENT RING FOR AMY, WHEN “THE BIG BANG THEORY” MOVES TO ITS REGULAR TIME PERIOD, THURSDAY, NOV. 5 Preview
Wil Wheaton, Adam Nimoy and Stephen Merchant Guest Star
“The Spock Resonance” – While being interviewed for a documentary about Spock from “Star Trek,” Sheldon struggles to suppress his emotions about his recent break-up with Amy. Also, Wolowitz and Bernadette butt heads over remodeling his childhood home, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 5 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Wil Wheaton, Adam Nimoy and Stephen Merchant guest star.
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
Casey Sander (Mr. Rostenkowski)
GUEST CAST:
Adam Nimoy (Himself)
Stephen Merchant (Dave)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Nikki Lorre

CBS LEONARD AND SHELDON ARE FORCED TO MAKE A BLACK MARKET PURCHASE IN ORDER TO COMPLETE AN EXPERIMENT, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 26
Editor's note: The end time for this episode has changed.
Michael Rapaport Guest Stars as Kenny, a Black Market Dealer
“The Helium Insufficiency” – In the midst of a nation-wide helium shortage, Sheldon and Leonard take desperate measures to get the supplies they need. Also, Penny and Bernadette download a dating app on Amy's phone to try and find her a new man, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 26 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Michael Rapaport guest stars Kenny, a black market dealer.
WRITTEN BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON FINDS HIMSELF IN AN AWKWARD POSITION WHEN BARRY KRIPKE EXPRESSES INTEREST IN AMY, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," MONDAY, OCT. 19
"The Perspiration Implementation" The guys take a fencing lesson from Barry Kripke and Sheldon finds himself in an awkward position when Kripke expresses interest in Amy. Also, when Stuart struggles to get female customers at the Comic Book Store, Penny, Amy and Bernadette come by to help him out, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 19 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
GUEST CAST:
Megan Heyn (Natalie)
Patrika Darbo (Grace)
Rebecca Ann Johnson (Attractive Red Head)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Jim Reynolds and Saladin Patterson
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON SEARCHES FOR A NEW ROOMMATE WHEN PENNY AND LEONARD ANNOUNCE THEY’RE MOVING IN TOGETHER, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 12
“The 2003 Approximation” – Sheldon learns of an impending change in his living arrangements and decides to revert back to 2003, a simpler time before he met Leonard and Penny. Also, Howard and Raj form a band to play at the Comic Book Store, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laura Spencer (Emily)
GUEST CAST:
Craig Welzbacher (Candidate #1)
Kurt Koehler (Candidate #2)
Arshad Aslam (Candidate #3)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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THE BOYS SURPRISE LEONARD BY TAKING HIM TO MEXICO FOR A BELATED BACHELOR PARTY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 5 Keith Carradine Returns as Penny’s Father, Wyatt
“The Bachelor Party Corrosion” – The guys’ science skills are put to the test when they get a flat tire during Leonard’s bachelor party weekend in Mexico. Also, the girls force Penny to finally tell her family that she eloped with Leonard, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 5 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Keith Carradine (Wyatt)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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Sheldon Gets Help from Mom in Premiere

Shamy Spoilers

Will Leonard and Penny get Married?

Season 9 Introduces Leonard's "Other Woman"

What's Next for Sheldon and Amy After the "Divorce"? 9/14

Spoilers: Steve Molaro Dishes On Penny, Leonard’s Wedding 9/11

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AFTER AMY BREAKS UP WITH SHELDON, HE TRIES TO RETALIATE USING “FUN WITH FLAGS,” ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 28
“The Separation Oscillation” – Leonard confronts the woman he kissed on the North Sea in an attempt to set Penny’s mind at ease. Also, Sheldon films a special episode of “Fun with Flags” after his breakup with Amy, and Bernadette feels guilty about withholding a secret from Penny, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 28 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Preview
GUEST CAST: Melissa Tang (Mandy)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AFTER LEONARD CONFESSES HE KISSED ANOTHER GIRL ON THE NORTH SEA, PENNY MUST DECIDE IF SHE WANTS TO GO THROUGH WITH THE WEDDING, ON THE NINTH SEASON PREMIERE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 21 Previews
Laurie Metcalf Returns as Sheldon’s Mother, Mary
“The Matrimonial Momentum” – After driving to Vegas to get married, Penny struggles with Leonard’s confession that he kissed another girl. Also, Sheldon doesn’t know how to act after Amy pushes pause on their relationship, on the ninth season premiere of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 21 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Laurie Metcalf returns as Sheldon’s mother, Mary.
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
GUEST CAST:
Jim Meskimen (Minister)
Louise Claps (Receptionist)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON PUSHES LEONARD AND PENNY TO CHOOSE A DATE FOR THEIR WEDDING, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 14
“The Commitment Determination” – Sheldon pushes Leonard and Penny to choose a date for their wedding and deals with dramatic changes in his own relationship with Amy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 14 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/7/15)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ IS SHOCKED WHEN A MAN CLAIMING TO BE HIS HALF-BROTHER SHOWS UP AT THE FRONT DOOR, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT, MONDAY, SEPT. 7
Kevin Smith, Matt Bennett and Wil Wheaton Guest Star
“The Fortification Implementation” – When Sheldon and Amy build a blanket fort, they come to major crossroads in their relationship. Also, Wolowitz meets the half-brother he never knew he had, and when Penny is invited to appear on Wil Wheaton’s podcast, she and Leonard have a huge, on-air argument, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night, Monday, Sept. 7 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/9/15.)
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
GUEST CAST:
Matt Bennett (Josh)
Kevin Smith (Himself, V.O)
Rena Strober (Caller, V.O)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Saladin Patterson, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND LEONARD TRY TO SNEAK ON TO GEORGE LUCAS’ SKYWALKER RANCH, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, SEPT. 3
“The Skywalker Incursion” – When Leonard and Sheldon are invited to speak at UC Berkeley, they take a detour to try to meet an idol. Also, when Bernadette and Howard battle over the fate of his Dr. Who TARDIS, Raj and Amy offer to settle the dispute with a game of ping pong, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 3 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/2/15.)
GUEST CAST:
Tate Ellington (Mitchell)
Michael Dempsey (Security Guard)
Mark Barrett (Security Guard #2) (V.O)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Tara Hernandez and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN A MAGAZINE INCORRECTLY CREDITS SHELDON AS THE LEAD SCIENTIST OF THE PAPER HE CO-WROTE WITH LEONARD, THINGS GET AWKWARD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, August 27
“The Leftover Thermalization” – Friction ensues when a magazine fails to mention Leonard in an article about the paper he co-wrote with Sheldon. Also, a blackout at Mrs. Wolowitz’s home leads to a final family dinner in her honor, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 27 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/12/15.)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland

KOOTHRAPPALI FACES A THREAT TO HIS CUSHY LIFESTYLE WHEN HE IS CUT OFF FROM THE FAMILY FORTUNE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
“The Graduation Transmission” – Wolowitz questions his engineering abilities when he and Sheldon can’t get a toy drone to fly. Meanwhile, a cancelled flight nearly prevents Leonard from giving the commencement address at his former high school, and Raj pits his parents against each other when his father cuts him off financially, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 20 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/23/15.)
RECURRING CAST:
Brian George (Dr. Koothrapali)
Alice Amter (Mrs. Koothrapali)
GUEST CAST:
Robert Clotworthy (Headmaster Edwards)
Matt Mittelman (Tech Support, V.O)
Katherine Von Till (Tech Support, V.O Recording)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

PENNY CONTEMPLATES A RETURN TO ACTING, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 6
“The Communication Deterioration” – When Raj is asked to create a message in case a NASA mission discovers alien life, the guys fight over what he should do. Also, Penny is torn between auditioning for a movie or keeping her successful pharmaceutical sales job, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 6 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/16/15)
GUEST CAST:
Sara Erikson (Gwen)
Kelli Goss (Chelsea)
Phoebe Neidhardt (Casting Assistant)
Mark Maitre (Alien)
Jeff Jingle (Alien #2)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ IS SHOCKED WHEN A MAN CLAIMING TO BE HIS HALF-BROTHER SHOWS UP AT THE FRONT DOOR, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 30
Kevin Smith, Matt Bennett and Wil Wheaton Guest Star
“The Fortification Implementation” – When Sheldon and Amy build a blanket fort, they come to major crossroads in their relationship. Also, Wolowitz meets the half-brother he never knew he had, and when Penny is invited to appear on Wil Wheaton’s podcast, she and Leonard have a huge, on-air argument, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 30 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/9/15.)
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
GUEST CAST:
Matt Bennett (Josh)
Kevin Smith (Himself, V.O)
Rena Strober (Caller, V.O)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Saladin Patterson, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND LEONARD TRY TO SNEAK ON TO GEORGE LUCAS’ SKYWALKER RANCH, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 23
“The Skywalker Incursion” – When Leonard and Sheldon are invited to speak at UC Berkeley, they take a detour to try to meet an idol. Also, when Bernadette and Howard battle over the fate of his Dr. Who TARDIS, Raj and Amy offer to settle the dispute with a game of ping pong, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 23 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/2/15.)
GUEST CAST:
Tate Ellington (Mitchell)
Michael Dempsey (Security Guard)
Mark Barrett (Security Guard #2) (V.O)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN A MAGAZINE INCORRECTLY CREDITS SHELDON AS THE LEAD SCIENTIST OF THE PAPER HE CO-WROTE WITH LEONARD, THINGS GET AWKWARD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 16
“The Leftover Thermalization” – Friction ensues when a magazine fails to mention Leonard in an article about the paper he co-wrote with Sheldon. Also, a blackout at Mrs. Wolowitz’s home leads to a final family dinner in her honor, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 16 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/12/15.)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

TROUBLE ARISES WHEN AMY LEARNS SHELDON HAS APPLIED FOR A ONE-WAY MISSION TO COLONIZE MARS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 9
“The Colonization Application” – Trouble arises when Amy learns Sheldon has applied for a one-way mission to colonize Mars. Also, a trip to the pet store ends in a fight for Sheldon and Amy, Leonard surprises Penny with a very “adult” purchase, and, Raj is caught snooping in Emily’s apartment, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 9 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/5/15.)
RECURRING CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN THE GANG HEARS ABOUT AN EXPERIMENT DESIGNED TO MAKE PARTICIPANTS FALL IN LOVE, SHELDON AND PENNY PUT IT TO THE TEST, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 2
“The Intimacy Acceleration” – As a joke, Sheldon and Penny try an experiment designed to make participants fall in love. Also, Leonard, Amy, Raj and Emily spend the evening trying to escape a room with a “zombie.” Meanwhile, after returning from Mrs. Wolowitz’ funeral, Bernadette and Howard run into trouble at the airport, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 2 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/26/15.)
RECURRING CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
GUEST CAST:
Stephanie Escajeda (Cindy)
Molly Morgan (Hostess)
Max Alder (Zombie)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ RECEIVES SHOCKING NEWS AS EVERYONE PREPARES FOR THE REOPENING OF STUART’S COMIC BOOK STORE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 18
Nathan Fillion To Guest Star
“The Comic Book Store Regeneration” – Wolowitz receives some shocking news as everyone prepares for the reopening of Stuart’s comic book store. Penny teaches Sheldon how to “let it go,” but can’t follow her own advice after she learns something infuriating about Amy. Also, Leonard and Raj think they spot Nathan Fillion at a restaurant, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 18 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Nathan Fillion guest stars. (Originally broadcast 2/19/15.)
GUEST CAST:
Nathan Fillion (Customer)
Angela Relucio (Hostess)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN AN ONLINE BULLY DESTROYS LEONARD AND SHELDON’S PHYSICS PAPER, THE GUYS BAND TOGETHER TO TAKE HIM DOWN, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 11
“The Troll Manifestation” – After Leonard and Sheldon co-publish a physics paper, they must defend themselves against criticism from an online bully. Also, girls’ night finds Penny, Amy and Bernadette confronting embarrassing moments from their past, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 11 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/5/15.)
GUEST CAST:
Jim Meskimen (Doctor, V.O, Man, V.O)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON WORRIES HIS COMFORTABLE LIFESTYLE IS PREVENTING HIM FROM ACHIEVING SCIENTIFIC PROGRESS, SO HE ASKS HIS FRIENDS TO MAKE HIM MISERABLE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 4 “The Anxiety Optimization” – In the hopes of achieving a scientific breakthrough, Sheldon invites his friends to challenge him. Meanwhile, Wolowitz invents an embarrassing game about Raj, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 4 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/29/15.)
GUEST CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
Ed Lieberman (Man)
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN THE GUYS FINALLY AGREE TO DO SOMETHING THE GIRLS LIKE, IT LEADS TO A CONFRONTATION BETWEEN LEONARD AND SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 28
“The Space Probe Disintegration” – Wolowitz tries to distract Raj, who is anxiously awaiting data from a space probe he helped launch. Meanwhile, Sheldon and Leonard go dress shopping with Penny and Amy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 28 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/8/15.)
WRITTEN BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

TROUBLE ARISES WHEN AMY LEARNS SHELDON HAS APPLIED FOR A ONE-WAY MISSION TO COLONIZE MARS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 21
“The Colonization Application” – Trouble arises when Amy learns Sheldon has applied for a one-way mission to colonize Mars. Also, a trip to the pet store ends in a fight for Sheldon and Amy, Leonard surprises Penny with a very “adult” purchase, and, Raj is caught snooping in Emily’s apartment, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 21 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/5/15.)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

GET READY TO SALUTE ONE LAST TIME, AS SHELDON RECORDS THE FINAL INSTALLMENT OF “FUN WITH FLAGS,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, MAY 14
“The Champagne Reflection” – Sheldon says a tearful goodbye to “Fun with Flags.” Also, Leonard, Howard and Raj look for something significant in a dead professor’s research, and Bernadette is shocked to learn her co-workers’ true feelings from Penny, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, May 14 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/20/14)
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Root (Dan)
Levar Burton (Himself)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Paul Wilson (Professor Thorne)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez and David Saltzberg, Ph.D
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Dave Goetsch
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN THE GANG HEARS ABOUT AN EXPERIMENT DESIGNED TO MAKE PARTICIPANTS FALL IN LOVE, SHELDON AND PENNY PUT IT TO THE TEST, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 14
“The Intimacy Acceleration” – As a joke, Sheldon and Penny try an experiment designed to make participants fall in love. Also, Leonard, Amy, Raj and Emily spend the evening trying to escape a room with a “zombie.” And, after returning from Mrs. Wolowitz’ funeral, Bernadette and Howard run into trouble at the airport, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 14 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/26/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Stephanie Escajeda (Cindy)
Molly Morgan (Hostess)
Max Alder (Zombie)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

MINOR SURGERY FOR LEONARD LEADS TO A MAJOR OVERREACTION FROM SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 14
Editor’s note: This replaces the previously scheduled programming.
“The Septum Deviation” – When Leonard gets minor surgery on his nose, Sheldon is the one in need of sympathy. Meanwhile, Raj’s parents’ impending divorce causes Howard and Bernadette to work on their own marriage, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 14 (9:01-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/13/14.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

SHELDON PUSHES LEONARD AND PENNY TO CHOOSE A DATE FOR THEIR WEDDING, ON THE EIGHTH SEASON FINALE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 7
“The Commitment Determination” – Sheldon pushes Leonard and Penny to choose a date for their wedding and deals with dramatic changes in his own relationship with Amy, on the eighth season finale of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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WOLOWITZ RECEIVES SHOCKING NEWS AS EVERYONE PREPARES FOR THE REOPENING OF STUART’S COMIC BOOK STORE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, MAY 4
Editor’s note: This replaces the previously scheduled episode.
Nathan Fillion To Guest Star
“The Comic Book Store Regeneration” – Wolowitz receives some shocking news as everyone prepares for the reopening of Stuart’s comic book store. Penny teaches Sheldon how to “let it go,” but can’t follow her own advice after she learns something infuriating about Amy. Also, Leonard and Raj think they spot Nathan Fillion at a restaurant, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, May 4 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Nathan Fillion guest stars. (Originally broadcast 2/19/15.)
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
John Ross Bowie (Barry Kripke)
GUEST CAST:
Nathan Fillion (Customer)
Angela Relucio (Hostess)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY’S FLIRTATIOUS SALES TECHNIQUES WORK A LITTLE TOO WELL WHEN A SMITTEN DOCTOR SHOWS UP AT HER DOOR, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, MAY 7
Editor’s note: This episode replaces the previously scheduled episode.
“The Misinterpretation Agitation” – The guys try to help Penny out of an awkward work dilemma. Meanwhile, Amy and Bernadette argue over whether or not female scientists should play up their sexuality, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Monday, May 7 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/30/14.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

MINOR SURGERY FOR LEONARD LEADS TO A MAJOR OVERREACTION FROM SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 14
Editor’s note: This replaces the previously scheduled programming.
“The Septum Deviation” – When Leonard gets minor surgery on his nose, Sheldon is the one in need of sympathy. Meanwhile, Raj’s parents’ impending divorce causes Howard and Bernadette to work on their own marriage, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 14 (9:01-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/13/14.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

WHEN THE GANG HEARS ABOUT AN EXPERIMENT DESIGNED TO MAKE PARTICIPANTS FALL IN LOVE, SHELDON AND PENNY PUT IT TO THE TEST, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 14
“The Intimacy Acceleration” – As a joke, Sheldon and Penny try an experiment designed to make participants fall in love. Also, Leonard, Amy, Raj and Emily spend the evening trying to escape a room with a “zombie.” And, after returning from Mrs. Wolowitz’ funeral, Bernadette and Howard run into trouble at the airport, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 14 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/26/14.)
RECURRING CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
GUEST CAST:
Stephanie Escajeda (Cindy)
Molly Morgan (Hostess)
Max Alder (Zombie)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

GET READY TO SALUTE ONE LAST TIME, AS SHELDON RECORDS THE FINAL INSTALLMENT OF “FUN WITH FLAGS,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, MAY 14
“The Champagne Reflection” – Sheldon says a tearful goodbye to “Fun with Flags.” Also, Leonard, Howard and Raj look for something significant in a dead professor’s research, and Bernadette is shocked to learn her co-workers’ true feelings from Penny, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, May 14 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/20/14)
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Root (Dan)
Levar Burton (Himself)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Paul Wilson (Professor Thorne)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez and David Saltzberg, Ph.D
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Dave Goetsch
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE BIG BANG THEORY - Episode 8.24 - The Commitment Determination
"The Commitment Determination" is the twenty-fourth episode and season finale of the eighth season of the American sitcom The Big Bang Theory. The episode will air on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Sheldon pushes Leonard and Penny to choose a date for their wedding and deals with dramatic changes in his own relationship with Amy.

WHEN AN ONLINE BULLY DESTROYS LEONARD AND SHELDON’S PHYSICS PAPER, THE GUYS BAND TOGETHER TO TAKE HIM DOWN, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT ITS NEW TIME, THURSDAY, APRIL 30
“The Troll Manifestation” – After Leonard and Sheldon co-publish a physics paper, they must defend themselves against criticism from an online bully. Also, girls’ night finds Penny, Amy and Bernadette confronting embarrassing moments from their past, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at its new time, Thursday, April 30 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/2/15.)
GUEST CAST:
Jim Meskimen (Doctor, V.O., Man, V.O.)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE BIG BANG THEORY, THURSDAY, APRIL 30 (8:00PM)
SEASON 8, EPISODE 23 - THE MATERNAL COMBUSTION
While both Sheldon and Leonard's mothers visit to see their sons get an award, Bernadette wants more help around their new home from Howard and Stuart.

KOOTHRAPPALI FACES A THREAT TO HIS CUSHY LIFESTYLE WHEN HE IS CUT OFF FROM THE FAMILY FORTUNE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 23
“The Graduation Transmission” – Wolowitz questions his engineering abilities when he and Sheldon can’t get a toy drone to fly. Meanwhile, a cancelled flight nearly prevents Leonard from giving the commencement address at his former high school, and Raj pits his parents against each other when his father cuts him off financially, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 23 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Brian George (Dr. Koothrapali)
Alice Amter (Mrs. Koothrapali)
GUEST CAST:
Robert Clotworthy (Headmaster Edwards)
Matt Mittelman (Tech Support, V.O)
Katherine Von Till(Tech Support, V.O Recording)
WRITTEN BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

The Big Bang Theory Thursday, April 23 8:00 PM on CBS, 31 min 2015 TV-PG
"The Graduation Transmission" Leonard is asked to make the commencement address at his old high school. Raj splurges on a robotic helicopter which Sheldon and Howard want to use.

PENNY CONTEMPLATES A RETURN TO ACTING, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 16
“The Communication Deterioration” – When Raj is asked to create a message in case a NASA mission discovers alien life, the guys fight over what he should do. Also, Penny is torn between auditioning for a movie or keeping her successful pharmaceutical sales job, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 16 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Sara Erikson (Gwen)
Kelli Goss (Chelsea)
Phoebe Neidhardt (Casting Assistant)
Mark Maitre (Alien)
Jeff Jingle (Alien #2)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LOVE IS IN THE AIR WHEN BERNADETTE AND AMY HOST A “PROM NIGHT” ON THE ROOF OF THE GUYS’ APARTMENT BUILDING, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, APRIL 16
Kara Luiz Guest Stars as Wolowitz’s Cousin “Jeanie”
“The Prom Equivalency” – When the gang recreates a high school prom on the roof the of the guys’ apartment building, Sheldon feels pressure to participate in all the typical romantic traditions, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, April 16 (9:01-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/6/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laura Spencer (Emily)
Kara Luiz (Jeanie)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND RAJ SEE IF THEY CAN SURVIVE INTENSE HEAT – AND EACH OTHER – WHEN THEY VENTURE DEEP UNDERGROUND IN THE NAME OF SCIENCE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, APRIL 9
Editor’s note: The time of this episode has changed.
“The Expedition Approximation” – Sheldon and Raj test whether they could survive a dark-matter research expedition in a salt mine by simulating the conditions in a steam tunnel. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny seek advice from Wolowitz and Bernadette after they fight about money, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, April 9 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/20/14.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND LEONARD TRY TO SNEAK ON TO GEORGE LUCAS’ SKYWALKER RANCH, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 2
“The Skywalker Incursion” – When Leonard and Sheldon are invited to speak at UC Berkeley, they take a detour to try to meet an idol. Also, when Bernadette and Howard battle
over the fate of his Dr. Who TARDIS, Raj and Amy offer to settle the dispute with a game of ping pong, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 2 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on
the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Tate Ellington (Mitchell)
Michael Dempsey (Security Guard)
Mark Barrett (Security Guard #2) (V.O)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Tara Hernandez, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WITH THE GIRLS IN VEGAS, THE GUYS TRY TO INVENT “THE NEXT BIG THING,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 2
“The Focus Attentuation” – Amy and Bernadette accuse Penny of being a “buzzkill” after she gets an email from work during their Vegas weekend. Meanwhile, the guys try to
invent something cool, but only come up with new ways to procrastinate, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 2 (9:01-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS
Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/13/14.)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY TRIES TO FIGURE OUT WHY RAJ’S GIRLFRIEND DOESN’T LIKE HER, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, MARCH 16
Editor’s note: This episode replaces previously scheduled programming.
“The Hook-Up Reverberation” – Raj’s honesty about his past comes back to haunt him after his girlfriend, Emily, is cold to Penny. Also, the guys consider becoming part-owners in Stuart’s comic book store, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, March 16 (8:00-8:30, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/6/14)
GUEST CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and JimReynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN A MAGAZINE INCORRECTLY CREDITS SHELDON AS THE LEAD SCIENTIST OF THE PAPER HE CO-WROTE WITH LEONARD, THINGS GET AWKWARD, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 12
“The Leftover Thermalization” – Friction ensues when a magazine fails to mention Leonard in an article about the paper he co-wrote with Sheldon. Also, a blackout at Mrs. Wolowitz’s home leads to a final family dinner in her honor, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN THE GUYS FINALLY AGREE TO DO SOMETHING THE GIRLS LIKE, IT LEADS TO A CONFRONTATION BETWEEN LEONARD AND SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, MARCH 12
“The Space Probe Disintegration” – Wolowitz tries to distract Raj, who is anxiously awaiting data from a space probe he helped launch. Meanwhile, Sheldon and Leonard go dress shopping with Penny and Amy, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, March 12 (9:01-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/8/15)
WRITTEN BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD AND WOLOWITZ NEARLY COME TO BLOWS AFTER A POTENTIAL DISASTER AT THE UNIVERSITY AND TURN TO RAJ FOR HELP, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 5
“The Clean Room Infiltration” – Leonard and Wolowitz nearly come to blows and turn to Raj for help in dealing with a work emergency. Meanwhile, Amy throws an authentic Victorian Christmas party, and Sheldon seeks revenge on her for making him celebrate the holidays, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 5 (9:01-9:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/11/14)
GUEST CAST:
Dakin Matthews (Santa)
WRITTEN BY: Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

TROUBLE ARISES WHEN AMY LEARNS SHELDON HAS APPLIED FOR A ONE-WAY MISSION TO COLONIZE MARS, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 5
“The Colonization Application” – Trouble arises when Amy learns Sheldon has applied for a one-way mission to colonize Mars. Also, a trip to the pet store ends in a fight for Sheldon and Amy, Leonard surprises Penny with a very “adult” purchase, and, Raj is caught snooping in Emily’s apartment, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March. 5 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ GETS INVITED BY NASA TO THROW OUT THE FIRST PITCH AT A LOS ANGELES ANGELS GAME, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY” MONDAY, MARCH 2
Editor’s note: This episode replaces previously scheduled programming.
“The First Pitch Insufficiency” –Wolowitz is nervous after NASA asks him to throw out the first pitch at a Los Angeles Angels game. Also, Leonard and Penny try to prove Sheldon wrong after he says that he and Amy are a “superior couple,” on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, March 2 (8:00-8:30, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/29/14)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN THE GANG HEARS ABOUT AN EXPERIMENT DESIGNED TO MAKE PARTICIPANTS FALL IN LOVE, SHELDON AND PENNY PUT IT TO THE TEST, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 26
“The Intimacy Acceleration” – As a joke, Sheldon and Penny try an experiment designed to make participants fall in love. Also, Leonard, Amy, Raj and Emily spend the evening trying to escape a room with a “zombie.” And, after returning from Mrs. Wolowitz’ funeral, Bernadette and Howard run into trouble at the airport, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 26 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Stephanie Escajeda (Cindy)
Molly Morgan (Hostess)
Max Alder (Zombie)
WRITTEN BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

GET READY TO SALUTE ONE LAST TIME, AS SHELDON RECORDS THE FINAL INSTALLMENT OF “FUN WITH FLAGS,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 26
“The Champagne Reflection” – Sheldon says a tearful goodbye to “Fun with Flags.” Also, Leonard, Howard and Raj look for something significant in a dead professor’s research, and Bernadette is shocked to learn her co-workers’ true feelings from Penny, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 26 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/20/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Root (Dan)
Levar Burton (Himself)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Paul Wilson (Professor Thorne)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez and David Saltzberg, Ph.D
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Dave Goetsch
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ RECEIVES SHOCKING NEWS AS EVERYONE PREPARES FOR THE REOPENING OF STUART’S COMIC BOOK STORE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 19
Nathan Fillion To Guest Star
“The Comic Book Store Regeneration” – Wolowitz receives some shocking news as everyone prepares for the reopening of Stuart’s comic book store. Penny teaches Sheldon how to “let it go,” but can’t follow her own advice after she learns something infuriating about Amy. Also, Leonard and Raj think they spot Nathan Fillion at a restaurant, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 19 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. Nathan Fillion guest stars.
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
John Ross Bowie (Barry Kripke)
GUEST CAST:
Nathan Fillion (Customer)
Angela Relucio (Hostess)
WRITTEN BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN AN ONLINE BULLY DESTROYS LEONARD AND SHELDON’S PHYSICS PAPER, THE GUYS BAND TOGETHER TO TAKE HIM DOWN, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 5
“The Troll Manifestation” – After Leonard and Sheldon co-publish a physics paper, they must defend themselves against criticism from an online bully. Also, girls’ night finds Penny, Amy and Bernadette confronting embarrassing moments from their past, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 5 (8:00-8:31, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Jim Meskimen (Doctor, V.O, Man, V.O)
WRITTEN BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON WORRIES HIS COMFORTABLE LIFESTYLE IS PREVENTING HIM FROM ACHIEVING SCIENTIFIC PROGRESS, SO HE ASKS HIS FRIENDS TO MAKE HIM MISERABLE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 29
“The Anxiety Optimization” – In the hopes of achieving a scientific breakthrough, Sheldon invites his friends to challenge him. Meanwhile, Wolowitz invents an embarrassing game about Raj, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 29 (8:00-8:31, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
Ed Lieberman (Man)
WRITTEN BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND RAJ SEE IF THEY CAN SURVIVE INTENSE HEAT – AND EACH OTHER – WHEN THEY VENTURE DEEP UNDERGROUND IN THE NAME OF SCIENCE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 22
“The Expedition Approximation” – Sheldon and Raj test whether they could survive a dark-matter research expedition in a salt mine by simulating the conditions in a steam tunnel. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny seek advice from Wolowitz and Bernadette after they fight about money, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 22 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/20/14.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD AND AMY TAKE AN UNEXPECTED ROAD TRIP TO ARIZONA TO PICK UP SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, JAN. 12
Editor’s note: The air time for this episode has changed.
Steven Root Guest Stars as Bernadette’s Boss And Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Locomotion Interruption” – Leonard and Amy take an unexpected road trip to Arizona to pick up Sheldon. Meanwhile, Penny interviews for a job at Bernadette’s company, and Howard is weirded out by Stuart’s relationship with Mrs. Wolowitz, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Jan. 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/22/14.)
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Root (Dan)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WITH THE GIRLS IN VEGAS, THE GUYS TRY TO INVENT “THE NEXT BIG THING,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 15
“The Focus Attenuation” – Amy and Bernadette accuse Penny of being a “buzzkill” after she gets an email from work during their Vegas weekend. Meanwhile, the guys try to invent something cool, but only come up with new ways to procrastinate, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 15 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHEN THE GUYS FINALLY AGREE TO DO SOMETHING THE GIRLS LIKE, IT LEADS TO A CONFRONTATION BETWEEN LEONARD AND SHELDON, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 8
“The Space Probe Disintegration” – Wolowitz tries to distract Raj, who is anxiously awaiting data from a space probe he helped launch. Meanwhile, Sheldon and Leonard go dress shopping with Penny and Amy, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 8 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
WRITTEN BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AMY CONVINCES SHELDON TO JOIN HER FOR A ROMANTIC WEEKEND IN NAPA VALLEY TO CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 1
“The Locomotive Manipulation” – Love is in the air when Sheldon and Amy join Howard and Bernadette for a trip to wine country. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny must rush Raj’s dog to the vet, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 1 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/6/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Tania Raymonde (Yvette)
Eric Petersen (Eric)
Alex Ball (Waiter)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY TRIES TO FIGURE OUT WHY RAJ’S GIRLFRIEND DOESN’T LIKE HER, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, DEC. 22
Editor’s note: This episode replaces the previously scheduled programming.
“The Hook-Up Reverberation” – Raj’s honesty about his past comes back to haunt him after his girlfriend, Emily, is cold to Penny. Also, the guys consider becoming part-owners in Stuart’s comic book store, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Dec. 22 (8:00-8:30, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/6/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and JimReynolds

EVERYONE IMAGINES WHAT THEIR LIVES WOULD BE LIKE IF THEY HAD NEVER MET SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 25
“The Cooper Extraction” – While Sheldon is away in Texas, everyone gathers to decorate the apartment Christmas tree, and they each realize how much he has changed their lives, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 25 (8:00- 8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/12/13.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ GETS INVITED BY NASA TO THROW OUT THE FIRST PITCH AT A LOS ANGELES ANGELS GAME, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 18
“The First Pitch Insufficiency” – Wolowitz is nervous after NASA asks him to throw out the first pitch at a Los Angeles Angels game. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny try to prove Sheldon wrong after he says that he and Amy are a “superior couple,” on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 18 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/29/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Mike Massimino (Himself)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD AND WOLOWITZ NEARLY COME TO BLOWS AFTER A POTENTIAL DISASTER AT THE UNIVERSITY AND TURN TO RAJ FOR HELP, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 11
“The Clean Room Infiltration” – Leonard and Wolowitz nearly come to blows and turn to Raj for help in dealing with a work emergency. Meanwhile, Amy throws an authentic Victorian Christmas party, and Sheldon seeks revenge on her for making him celebrate the holidays, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 11 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Brian George (Dr. Koothrappali)
GUEST CAST:
Dakin Matthews (Santa)
WRITTEN BY: Maria Ferrari, Tara Hernandez and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD AND AMY TAKE AN UNEXPECTED ROAD TRIP TO ARIZONA TO PICK UP SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 4
Steven Root Guest Stars as Bernadette’s Boss And Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Locomotion Interruption” – Leonard and Amy take an unexpected road trip to Arizona to pick up Sheldon. Meanwhile, Penny interviews for a job at Bernadette’s company, and Howard is weirded out by Stuart’s relationship with Mrs. Wolowitz, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 4 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/22/14)
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Root (Dan)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON IS UPSET WHEN THE ENTIRE GANG DECIDES TO SPEND THANKSGIVING AT MRS. WOLOWITZ’S HOUSE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 27
“The Thanksgiving Decoupling” – Sheldon protests when the gang drags him to Mrs. Wolowitz’s house for Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, Penny and Leonard must deal with a mistake from her past, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 27 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/21/13.)
RECURRING CAST:
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
Casey Sander (Mr. Rosetenkowski)
Brian Thomas Smith (Zack)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD AND AMY TAKE AN UNEXPECTED ROAD TRIP TO ARIZONA TO PICK UP SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT, MONDAY, NOV. 24
Editor’s note: This episode replaces the previously scheduled programming.
Steven Root Guest Stars as Bernadette’s Boss
And Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Locomotion Interruption” – Leonard and Amy take an unexpected road trip to Arizona to pick up Sheldon. Meanwhile, Penny interviews for a job at Bernadette’s company, and Howard is weirded out by Stuart’s relationship with Mrs. Wolowitz, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night, Monday, Nov. 24 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 9/22/14.)
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Root (Dan)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

GET READY TO SALUTE ONE LAST TIME, AS SHELDON RECORDS THE FINAL INSTALLMENT OF “FUN WITH FLAGS,” ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 20
“The Champagne Reflection” – Sheldon says a tearful goodbye to “Fun with Flags.” Also, Leonard, Howard and Raj look for something significant in a dead professor’s research, and Bernadette is shocked to learn her co-workers’ true feelings from Penny, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 20 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Root (Dan)
Levar Burton (Himself)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
Paul Wilson (Professor Thorne)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Tara Hernandez and David Saltzberg, Ph.D
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Dave Goetsch
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

from http://bigbangtheory.wikia.com
"The Champagne Reflection" is the tenth episode of the eighth season of the American sitcom The Big Bang Theory. The episode will air on Thursday, November 20, 2014.
Summary: Howard, Raj and Leonard cleanup the life's work of another professor who passed away, Bernadette faces up to her bullying and Sheldon records the last episode of "Fun with Flags".
Extended plot: Sheldon is working on the final episode of "Sheldon Cooper presents Fun with Flags." Amy sets off a party popper than scares Sheldon. After only 232 episodes the Internet series is over. 233 if Amy hadn't failed to hit the record button on a Fourth of July episode.
Leonard, Howard and Raj are cleaning out Professor Roger Abbot's office, throwing out a life's work and wondering if there are any important discoveries among the files. At the bottom of a drawer, they find a 50 year old bottle of champagne with a note from Professor Abbot's mother. The bottle is to be opened after he makes a great discovery. While Leonard is reflective, Howard thinks it's funny that his name sounds like Roger Rabbit.
Penny and her boss Dan are at a company banquet and he is quite happy with his newest employee that is third in sales. They are also waiting for Bernadette which bothers Dan. She had been mean to his grandson at the company picnic. When Bernadette arrives, Dan disappears.
Amy and Sheldon are looking over the highlights of his Fun with Flag series. Amy appears in a kangaroo costume, Sheldon is dressed as Betty Ross, both of them are on a beach and Barry Kripke is a guest playing the game "Fwag, Not a fwag" as picture cards are flashed in front of him.
Leonard is reviewing some of Professor Abbot's notebooks that are full of numbers. He wonders what the professor was working on and wants to find some time on the supercomputer to decrypt the notebooks. Raj tells him to talk to the fellow he shared the office with, Professor Sharpe.
At the banquet, they are talking about Dan's grandson and how he got called a wuss. Bernadette tells them that her Dad always taught her to stand up for herself. Penny points out that she can be rough on people at times, while Bernadette still sees her as the sweetest person she knows.
Levar Burton is back as a FWF's guest. Sheldon shows Levar the episode where he dressed up as George Washington Carver for Black History Month. His black-face tribute offended Leonard and Levar, thought Sheldon missed Levar's revulsion.
The guys visit Professor Sharpe's apartment to discuss the notebooks Leonard had found. Sharpe explains that it is a caloric diary Professor Abbot had kept under the assumption that restricting calories was the key to living forever. As to his physics work, Professor Abbot had accomplished very little.
Penny continues to discuss Bernadette's bullying. She can still be tough, but not be so mean at it like telling Penny that her new pants look like a soggy diaper. People find her quite intimidating and Bernadette has to show them how sweet she is.
Sheldon finishes his final episode throwing a salute to all his viewers and wishing he could run them up a flagpole. He thanks Amy and mentions that she is the first woman to co-host a flag or banner-related internet show. Amy adds, "Take that, glass ceiling shatterers!" Sheldon gets very sentimental as he signs off. Amy says that she thinks it was beautiful and all Sheldon can do is stop asking if she hit the record button.
Throwing out the last of his files, Leonard sighs that that is the end of Roger Abbot. Raj adds that they still have Bugs Bunny. Not everyone achieves something great in their lives. The guys decide to save the champagne and open it to toast each other when one of them make a great discovery and rub the success in Sheldon's face.
Penny and Bernadette approach Dan at the bar so she can apologize. Dan is nervous talking to her. The company had been paying for Bernadette coffee and gave her a private bathroom due to her attitude. Bernadette feels terrible and wants to quit, but Dan says that the company needs her. She starts to sob and Dan tells her that they will still pickup her coffee and Bernadette has found a new way to get what she wants.
Leonard returns home with the bottle of champagne. Sheldon is hunched over his laptop not getting any comments on his last FWF episode. Then one short note arrives that someone was sorry it ended causing Sheldon to bring the series back. He wants to celebrate and opens up the 50 year old bottle. He didn't want to drink it, he just wanted to hear the pop, though it still scared him.
Finally, Sheldon visits Levar's house to tell him that the show is back. Since Levar was born in Germany would he like to help with an episode on German flags? And would he mind dressing up as a swastika? The door is slammed in his face.

MINOR SURGERY FOR LEONARD LEADS TO A MAJOR OVERREACTION FROM SHELDON, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 13
“The Septum Deviation” – When Leonard gets minor surgery on his nose, Sheldon is the one in need of sympathy. Meanwhile, Raj’s parents’ impending divorce causes Howard and Bernadette to work on their own marriage, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 13 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

LOVE IS IN THE AIR WHEN BERNADETTE AND AMY HOST A “PROM NIGHT” ON THE ROOF OF THE GUYS’ APARTMENT BUILDING, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 6
Kara Luiz Guest Stars as Wolowitz’s Cousin “Jeanie”
“The Prom Equivalency” – When the gang recreates a high school prom on the roof the of the guys’ apartment building, Sheldon feels pressure to participate in all the typical romantic traditions, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 6 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Laura Spencer (Emily)
Kara Luiz (Jeanie)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland, Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND RAJ SEE IF THEY CAN SURVIVE INTENSE HEAT – AND EACH OTHER – WHEN THEY VENTURE DEEP UNDERGROUND IN THE NAME OF SCIENCE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 20
“The Expedition Approximation” – Sheldon and Raj test whether they could survive a dark-matter research expedition in a salt mine by simulating the conditions in a steam tunnel. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny seek advice from Wolowitz and Bernadette after they fight about money, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 20 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch, Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

Season 8 spoilers

PENNY TRIES TO FIGURE OUT WHY RAJ’S GIRLFRIEND DOESN’T LIKE HER, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 6
“The Hook-Up Reverberation” – Raj’s honesty about his past comes back to haunt him after his girlfriend, Emily, is cold to Penny. Also, the guys consider becoming part-owners in Stuart’s comic book store, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 6 (8:00-8:31, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
STORY BY: Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and JimReynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WITH THE GIRLS IN VEGAS, THE GUYS TRY TO INVENT “THE NEXT BIG THING,” ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 13
“The Focus Attentuation” – Amy and Bernadette accuse Penny of being a “buzzkill” after she gets an email from work during their Vegas weekend. Meanwhile, the guys try to invent something cool, but only come up with new ways to procrastinate, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 13 (8:00-8:31, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari, Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PROFESSOR PROTON RETURNS TO GIVE SHELDON GUIDANCE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 13
Editor’s note: This episode replaces the previously scheduled programming.
Bob Newhart Returns as Professor Proton
“The Proton Transmogrification” – Professor Proton helps Sheldon cope with grief, while Leonard turns a relationship milestone into a competition with Penny. Meanwhile, Amy and Bernadette make a “Star Wars Day” gift for the guys, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 13 (8:31-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Bob Newhart returns as Professor Proton. (Originally broadcast 5/1/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Bob Newhart (Professor Proton)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD’S PURCHASE OF A DINING ROOM TABLE FOR THE APARTMENT NEARLY CAUSES SHELDON TO BREAK UP WITH AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, OCT. 6
Editor’s note: This episode replaces the previously scheduled programming.
“The Table Polarization” – Leonard buys a dining room table and it causes Sheldon to reevaluate the changes in his life. Meanwhile, when Wolowitz is offered a chance to go back to space, Bernadette struggles with whether or not to encourage him, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Oct. 6 (8:31-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/27/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz O.S.)
Casey Sander (Mr. Rostenskowski)
Christopher Neiman (Dr. Dreyfus)
Michael Massimino (Himself)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorr, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Gay Linvill

SHELDON’S LATEST SCIENTIFIC ACHIEVEMENT THREATENS TO HAUNT HIM FOREVER, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 29
Editor’s note: This episode replaces the previously scheduled programming.
“The Romance Resonance” – Sheldon’s major scientific breakthrough makes him feel like a fraud. Meanwhile, Howard’s romantic gesture to Bernadette causes Penny to step up her game with Leonard, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 29 (8:31 – 9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/24/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Andrew Hill Newman (Albert Einstein)
John Apicella (Archimedes)
Nick Ullett (Distinguished Scientist)
Tom Fonss (Student)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ GETS INVITED BY NASA TO THROW OUT THE FIRST PITCH AT A LOS ANGELES ANGELS GAME, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” MONDAY, SEPT. 29
“The First Pitch Insufficiency” –Wolowitz is nervous after NASA asks him to throw out the first pitch at a Los Angeles Angels game. Also, Leonard and Penny try to prove Sheldon wrong after he says that he and Amy are a “superior couple,” on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 29, 2014 (8:00-8:31, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Mike Massimino (Himself)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds, Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

“THE BIG BANG THEORY” PREMIERES ITS EIGHTH SEASON WITH A BANG WITH ONE HOUR OF BACK-TO-BACK ORIGINAL EPISODES ON ITS NEW NIGHT, MONDAY, SEPT. 22
Steven Root Guest Stars as Bernadette’s Boss And Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Locomotion Interruption” – Leonard and Amy take an unexpected road trip to Arizona to pick up Sheldon. Meanwhile, Penny interviews for a job at Bernadette’s company, and Howard is weirded out by Stuart’s relationship with Mrs. Wolowitz, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 22 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
“The Junior Professor Solution” – When Sheldon is forced to teach a class, Howard surprises everyone by taking it. Meanwhile, the tension between Penny and Bernadette gives Amy a chance to play both sides, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 22, 2014 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.
THE BIG BANG THEORY will return to Thursdays, (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on Oct. 30, 2014.
(For “The Locomotion Interruption”):
REGULAR CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Howard)
Kunal Nayyar (Rajesh)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Root (Dan)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
(For “The Junior Professor Solution”):
GUEST CAST:
Regina King (Mrs. Davis)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY HELPS SHELDON COPE AFTER HE “BREAKS UP” WITH STRING THEORY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, SEPT. 4
“The Relationship Diremption” – Sheldon faces a personal crisis after deciding he’s wasting his time with string theory. Meanwhile, a double date between Raj, Emily and the Wolowitzes ends in embarrassment for Howard, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 4 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/10/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Emily (Laura Spencer)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD TRIES TO HELP SHELDON FREE HIS MIND BY REINSTATING “ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN THURSDAY,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT, MONDAY, SEPT. 8
“The Anything Can Happen Recurrence” – When Sheldon tries to be spontaneous, it leads to unexpected friction between Penny, Amy and Bernadette. Meanwhile, Raj seeks Howard’s help in preparing for a date with Emily, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 8 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/24/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Emily (Laura Spencer)
Ms. Davora (Kimberly Hebert Gregory)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON GETS QUITE A SURPRISE WHEN HE VISITS HIS MOM IN HOUSTON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT, MONDAY, SEPT. 1
“The Mommy Observation” – When Sheldon visits his Mom in Houston, he is forced to confront a new reality. Meanwhile, Raj’s “Murder Mystery” party starts some fights within the gang, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Monday, Sept. 1 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/13/14.)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHILE PENNY AND RAJ FACE DIFFICULT LIFE DECISIONS, AMY HELPS SHELDON THROUGH THE EVEN GREATER HELL OF CHOOSING A NEW GAMING SYSTEM, ON A REBROADACST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 21
“The Indecision Amalgamation” – While Raj is wracked with guilt when he tries to date two women at once, Penny wrestles with whether to take a role in a cheesy movie, and Sheldon is torn trying to choose between two gaming systems, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 21 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/3/14.)
GUEST CAST:
Emily (Laura Spencer)
Salesperson (Fernando Rivera)
Customer (Rod Keller)
STORY BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

WOLOWITZ INVITES SHELDON TO TRAVEL TO HOUSTON WITH HIM IN AN ATTEMPT TO IMPROVE THEIR FRIENDSHIP, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 14
“The Friendship Turbulence” – After the insults fly, Bernadette tries to broker the peace between Wolowitz and Sheldon. Meanwhile, Penny is offered an embarrassing movie role and Raj asks Amy to write to a woman on his behalf, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 14 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/6/14.)
GUEST STAR:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
Gilda Stratton (Flight Attendant V.O.)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AFTER PENNY QUITS HER JOB AND SHELDON IS FORCED TO TAKE A VACATION, THE TWO SPEND A LOT OF TIME TOGETHER, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
Josh Peck Guest Stars
“The Occupation Recalibration” – Sheldon tries to relax after he is forced to take a vacation. Meanwhile, Leonard struggles to be supportive of Penny after she quits her job, and Bernadette seeks Stuart’s help in replacing one of Howard’s comic books, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Josh Peck guest stars as Jesse, the owner of a rival comic book store. (Originally broadcast 1/9/14.)
GUEST STAR:
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Josh Peck (Jesse)
Ian Scott Rudolph (Captain Sweatpants)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHILE PENNY AND RAJ FACE DIFFICULT LIFE DECISIONS, AMY HELPS SHELDON THROUGH THE EVEN GREATER HELL OF CHOOSING A NEW GAMING SYSTEM, ON A REBROADACST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 21
“The Indecision Amalgamation” – While Raj is wracked with guilt when he tries to date two women at once, Penny wrestles with whether to take a role in a cheesy movie, and Sheldon is torn trying to choose between two gaming systems, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 21 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/3/14.)
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
GUEST CAST:
Emily (Laura Spencer)
Salesperson (Fernando Rivera)
Customer (Rod Keller)
STORY BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

07.10.2014
PENNY PUTS LEONARD ON THE SPOT WITH A BOLD RELATIONSHIP QUESTION, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 31
“The Hesitation Ramification” – When Penny’s big acting break on NCIS is a bust, Leonard struggles to help her, which results in Penny asking Leonard a bold relationship question. Meanwhile, Sheldon tries to learn how to be funny and Raj tries to work on his “game” before talking to girls, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 31 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/2/14.)
GUEST STAR:
Marcus Folmar (Security Guard)
Lexie Contursi (Girl)
STORY BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

BOB NEWHART RETURNS AS SHELDON’S CHILDHOOD HERO, PROFESSOR PROTON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 3
Bill Nye Guest Stars as Himself
“The Proton Displacement” – Sheldon feels slighted when Professor Proton seeks advice from Leonard instead of him, and he seeks revenge by befriending a rival science TV host, Bill Nye. Meanwhile, Raj gets jealous when Howard crashes “girls’ night,” on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 3 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Bob Newhart (Arthur “Professor Proton”)
Bill Nye
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari and Anthony del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON PUNISHES LEONARD FOR A PAST MISTAKE BY MAKING HIM “WALK A MILE IN HIS SHOES,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 17
Kate Micucci Returns as Lucy
“The Itchy Brain Simulation” – Leonard tries to keep Sheldon from overreacting when a past mistake comes to light, but Sheldon punishes Leonard by making him walk a mile in his shoes. Meanwhile, Penny confronts Raj’s ex-girlfriend, Lucy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 17 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/14/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Morgan Hewitt (Lizzy)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON FACES A CRISIS AFTER LEONARD DISPROVES HIS ACCIDENTAL SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JULY 24
Ira Flatow Guest Stars as Himself
“The Discovery Dissipation” – Leonard and Amy help Sheldon cope with the shame he’s feeling after his accidental contribution to science is disproved. Meanwhile, Raj must stay with Howard and Bernadette for a week, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, July 24 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/5/13.)
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
John Ross Bowie (Barry Kripke)
GUEST CAST:
Ira Flatow (Himself)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AMY CONVINCES SHELDON TO JOIN HER FOR A ROMANTIC WEEKEND IN NAPA VALLEY TO CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY" THURSDAY, JUNE 26
"The Locomotive Manipulation" – Love is in the air when Sheldon and Amy join Howard and Bernadette for a trip to wine country. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny must rush Raj’s dog to the vet, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 26 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/6/14)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
GUEST STAR:
Tania Raymonde (Yvette)
Eric Petersen (Eric)
Alex Ball (Waiter)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari

AFTER PENNY QUITS HER JOB AND SHELDON IS FORCED TO TAKE A VACATION, THE TWO SPEND A LOT OF TIME TOGETHER, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 19
Josh Peck Guest Stars
“The Occupation Recalibration” – Sheldon tries to relax after he is forced to take a vacation. Meanwhile, Leonard struggles to be supportive of Penny after she quits her job, and Bernadette seeks Stuart’s help in replacing one of Howard’s comic books, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 19 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Josh Peck guest stars as Jesse, the owner of a rival comic book store. (Originally broadcast 1/9/14.)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST STAR:
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Josh Peck (Jesse)
Ian Scott Rudolph (Captain Sweatpants)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

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PENNY PUTS LEONARD ON THE SPOT WITH A BOLD RELATIONSHIP QUESTION, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 12
“The Hesitation Ramification” – When Penny’s big acting break on NCIS is a bust, Leonard struggles to help her, which results in Penny asking Leonard a bold relationship question. Meanwhile, Sheldon tries to learn how to be funny and Raj tries to work on his “game” before talking to girls, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 12 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/2/14.)
GUEST STAR:
Marcus Folmar (Security Guard)
Lexie Contursi (Girl)
STORY BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

EVERYONE IMAGINES WHAT THEIR LIVES WOULD BE LIKE IF THEY HAD NEVER MET SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 5
“The Cooper Extraction” – While Sheldon is away in Texas, everyone gathers to decorate the apartment Christmas tree, and they each realize how much he has changed their lives, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 5 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/12/13.)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
RECURRING CAST:
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
Brian Thomas Smith (Zack)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON IS UPSET WHEN THE ENTIRE GANG DECIDES TO SPEND THANKSGIVING AT MRS. WOLOWITZ’S HOUSE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 22
“The Thanksgiving Decoupling” – Sheldon protests when the gang drags him to Mrs. Wolowitz’s house for Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, Penny and Leonard must deal with a mistake from her past, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 22 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/21/13.)
RECURRING CAST:
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
Casey Sander (Mr. Rosetenkowski)
Brian Thomas Smith (Zack)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WITH HIS ENTIRE WORLD CHANGING AROUND HIM, SHELDON CONSIDERS A MAJOR MOVE, ON THE SEVENTH SEASON FINALE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY MAY 15
Christine Baranski Returns as Beverly Hofstadter
“The Status Quo Combustion” – Sheldon is forced to confront an uncertain future and considers a major move. Meanwhile, Raj and Emily take it to the next level, and Mrs. Wolowitz’s injury is a major headache for Howard and Bernadette, on the seventh season finale of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday May 15 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Christine Baranski (Beverly Hofstadter)
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST CAST:
Monica Garcia (Maria)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON FACES A CRISIS AFTER LEONARD DISPROVES HIS ACCIDENTAL SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 29
Ira Flatow Guest Stars as Himself
“The Discovery Dissipation” – Leonard and Amy help Sheldon cope with the shame he’s feeling after his accidental contribution to science is disproved. Meanwhile, Raj must stay with Howard and Bernadette for a week, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 29 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/5/13.)
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
John Ross Bowie (Barry Kripke)
GUEST CAST:
Ira Flatow (Himself)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

A HORRIBLE DAY AT WORK PROMPTS PENNY TO TAKE A BIG STEP WITH LEONARD, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 8
“The Gorilla Dissolution” – A bad day causes Penny to reevaluate her life choices – including Leonard. Meanwhile, Howard and Bernadette struggle to care for Mrs. Wolowitz, and Raj gets relationship advice from Sheldon, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 8 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Wil Wheaton)
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
GUEST CAST:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
Steve Valentine (Kenneth)
Beau Casper Smart (Travis)
Kalika Kauahi (Marta)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Peter Chakos

LEONARD TRIES TO HELP SHELDON FREE HIS MIND BY REINSTATING “ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN THURSDAY,” ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 24
“The Anything Can Happen Recurrence” – When Sheldon tries to be spontaneous, it leads to unexpected friction between Penny, Amy and Bernadette. Meanwhile, Raj seeks Howard’s help in preparing for a date with Emily, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 24 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
RECURRING CAST:
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
GUEST CAST:
Emily (Laura Spencer)
Ms. Davora (Kimberly Hebert Gregory)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
GENRE: COMEDY
RATING: TVPG
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Cast on Twitter:
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Simon Helberg@SimonHelberg
Kunal Nayyar @KunalNayyar
Mayim Bialik @MissMayim
Melissa Rauch @MelissaRauch

SHELDON’S RELATIONSHIP WITH AMY IS PUT TO THE TEST WHEN SHE COMES TO WORK AT HIS UNIVERSITY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, APRIL 28
“The Workplace Proximity” – Sheldon must decide how much “Amy time” is too much after she takes a job at his university. Meanwhile, Howard finds himself sleeping on Raj’s couch after a fight with Bernadette, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, April 28 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/17/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Todd Eric Andrews (Dr. Gunderson)
Ayumi Iizuka (Scientist)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON GETS DEFENSIVE AFTER AMY DEALS HIM – AND “RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK” – A BIG BLOW, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, APRIL 21
Christine Baranski ("The Good Wife") Returns as Leonard's Mother
“The Raiders Minimization” – Sheldon seeks revenge after Amy ruins one of his favorite movies. Meanwhile, Leonard discovers a way to get Penny to do anything, and Raj and Stuart create online dating profiles, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, April 21 (9:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/10/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PROFESSOR PROTON RETURNS TO GIVE SHELDON GUIDANCE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 1
Bob Newhart Returns as Professor Proton
“The Proton Transmogrification” – Professor Proton helps Sheldon cope with grief, while Leonard turns a relationship milestone into a competition with Penny. Meanwhile, Amy and Bernadette make a “Star Wars Day” gift for the guys, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 1 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Bob Newhart returns as Professor Proton.
GUEST STAR:
Bob Newhart (Professor Proton)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Maria Ferrari and Jeremy Howe
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY HELPS SHELDON COPE AFTER HE “BREAKS UP” WITH STRING THEORY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 10
“The Relationship Diremption” – Sheldon faces a personal crisis after deciding he’s wasting his time with string theory. Meanwhile, a double date between Raj, Emily and the Wolowitzes ends in embarrassment for Howard, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 10 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
John Ross Bowie (Barry Kripke)
GUEST CAST:
Emily (Laura Spencer)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON PUNISHES LEONARD FOR A PAST MISTAKE BY MAKING HIM “WALK A MILE IN HIS SHOES,” ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 17
Kate Micucci Returns as Lucy
“The Itchy Brain Simulation” – Leonard tries to keep Sheldon from overreacting when a past mistake comes to light, but Sheldon punishes Leonard by making him walk a mile in his shoes. Meanwhile, Penny confronts Raj’s ex-girlfriend, Lucy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 17 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/14/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Morgan Hewitt (Lizzy)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE GANG COMPETES IN A CUTTHROAT SCAVENGER HUNT THAT TESTS THEIR SCIENCE KNOWLEDGE AND STREET SMARTS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, APRIL 17
“The Scavenger Vortex” – When the entire gang competes in a scavenger hunt designed by Raj, it brings out the best – and worst – in everyone, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, April 17 (8:31-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/3/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
STORY BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD CRUSHES SHELDON’S FEELINGS WHEN HE RETURNS FROM THE NORTH SEA, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT, MONDAY, APRIL 7
“The Deception Verification” – Leonard’s friendship with Sheldon is put to the test when he returns from the North Sea. Meanwhile, Wolowitz’s relationship with his mother causes an unusual threat to his masculinity, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night, Monday, April 7 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Kevin Sussman returns as Stuart, the comic book store owner. (Originally broadcast 9/26/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Barak Hardley (Pizza Delivery Guy)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WHILE PENNY AND RAJ FACE DIFFICULT LIFE DECISIONS, AMY HELPS SHELDON THROUGH THE EVEN GREATER HELL OF CHOOSING A NEW GAMING SYSTEM, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 3
“The Indecision Amalgamation” – While Raj is wracked with guilt when he tries to date two women at once, Penny wrestles with whether to take a role in a cheesy movie and Sheldon is torn trying to choose between two gaming systems, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 3 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
GUEST CAST:
Emily (Laura Spencer)
Salesperson (Fernando Rivera)
Customer (Rod Keller)
STORY BY: Bill Prady, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

SHELDON GETS QUITE A SURPRISE WHEN HE VISITS HIS MOM IN HOUSTON, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY” THURSDAY, MARCH 13
“The Mommy Observation” – When Sheldon visits his Mom in Houston, he is forced to confront a new reality. Meanwhile, Raj’s ‘Murder Mystery’ party starts some fights within the gang, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 13 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Laurie Metcalf (Mary)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds & Steve Holland & Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Eric Kaplan & Anthony Del Broccolo
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ INVITES SHELDON TO TRAVEL TO HOUSTON WITH HIM IN AN ATTEMPT TO IMPROVE THEIR FRIENDSHIP, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MARCH 6
“The Friendship Turbulence” – After the insults fly, Bernadette tries to broker the peace between Wolowitz and Sheldon. Meanwhile, Penny is offered an embarrassing movie role and Raj asks Amy to write to a woman on his behalf, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 6 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST STAR:
Laura Spencer (Emily)
Gilda Stratton (Flight Attendant V.O)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD’S PURCHASE OF A DINING ROOM TABLE FOR THE APARTMENT NEARLY CAUSES SHELDON TO BREAK UP WITH AMY, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, FEB. 27
“The Table Polarization” – Leonard buys a dining room table and it causes Sheldon to reevaluate the changes in his life. Meanwhile, Wolowitz is offered a chance to go back to space and Bernadette struggles with whether or not to encourage him, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 27 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST STAR:
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz O.S)
Casey Sander (Mr. Rostenskowski)
Christopher Neiman (Dr. Dreyfus)
Michael Massimino (Himself)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorr, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Gay Linvill

BOB NEWHART RETURNS AS SHELDON’S CHILDHOOD HERO, PROFESSOR PROTON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 20
Bill Nye Guest Stars as Himself
“The Proton Displacement” – Sheldon feels slighted when Professor Proton seeks advice from Leonard instead of him, and he seeks revenge by befriending a rival science TV host, Bill Nye. Meanwhile, Raj gets jealous when Howard crashes “girls’ night,” on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 20 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/7/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Bob Newhart (Arthur “Professor Proton”)
Bill Nye
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari and Anthony del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE GUYS MOCK SHELDON FOR TRYING TO HOLD HIS OWN COMIC BOOK CONVENTION UNTIL HE LANDS A MAJOR GUEST CELEBRITY, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY" THURSDAY, JAN. 30
James Earl Jones Guest Stars; Cameo Appearance by Carrie Fisher
“The Convention Conundrum” – After the guys can’t get Comic-Con tickets, Sheldon tries to hold his own convention and winds up spending a wild night with James Earl Jones. Meanwhile, the girls see if they can act like “grown-ups,” on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 30 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. James Earl Jones and Carrie Fisher appear as themselves.
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
GUEST STAR:
James Earl Jones (Himself)
Carrie Fisher (Herself)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AMY CONVINCES SHELDON TO JOIN HER FOR A ROMANTIC WEEKEND IN NAPA VALLEY TO CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY" THURSDAY, FEB. 6
"The Locomotive Manipulation" – Love is in the air when Sheldon and Amy join Howard and Bernadette for a trip to wine country. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny must rush Raj’s dog to the vet, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 6 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST STAR:
Tania Raymonde (Yvette)
Eric Petersen (Eric)
Alex Ball (Waiter)
STORY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON GETS DEFENSIVE AFTER AMY DEALS HIM – AND “RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK” – A BIG BLOW, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 23
Christine Baranski ("The Good Wife") Returns As Leonard's Mother
“The Raiders Minimization” – Sheldon seeks revenge after Amy ruins one of his favorite movies. Meanwhile, Leonard discovers a way to get Penny to do anything, and Raj and Stuart create online dating profiles, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 23 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/10/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND PENNY SHARE INTIMATE SECRETS WHILE LEONARD IS AWAY AT SEA, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 23
Regina King returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Hofstadter Insufficiency” - With Leonard away, Sheldon and Penny spend quality time together sharing intimate secrets. Also, Wolowitz helps Raj get over his ex-girlfriend, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 23 (9:01 – 9:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Regina King returns as Mrs. Davis, the University’s Director of Employee Relations. (Originally broadcast 9/26/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Regina King (Mrs. Davis)
Sophie Oda (Grace)
Aaron Takahashi (Scientist)
Alex Ball (Waiter)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Molaro and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AFTER PENNY QUITS HER JOB AND SHELDON IS FORCED TO TAKE A VACATION, THE TWO SPEND A LOT OF TIME TOGETHER, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 9
Josh Peck Guest Stars
“The Occupation Recalibration” – Sheldon tries to relax after he is forced to take a vacation. Meanwhile, Leonard struggles to be supportive of Penny after she quits her job, and Bernadette seeks Stuart’s help in replacing one of Howard’s comic books, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 9 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Josh Peck guest stars as Jesse, the owner of a rival comic book store.
GUEST STAR:
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Josh Peck (Jesse)
Ian Scott Rudolph (Captain Sweatpants)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Maria Ferrari and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE GANG COMPETES IN A CUTTHROAT SCAVENGER HUNT THAT TESTS THEIR SCIENCE KNOWLEDGE AND STREET SMARTS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 16
The Scavenger Vortex” – When the entire gang competes in a scavenger hunt designed by Raj, it brings out the best – and worst – in everyone, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 16 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/3/13.)
STORY BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

PENNY PUTS LEONARD ON THE SPOT WITH A BOLD RELATIONSHIP QUESTION, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 2
“The Hesitation Ramification” – When Penny’s big acting break on NCIS is a bust, Leonard struggles to help her, which results in Penny asking Leonard a bold relationship question. Meanwhile, Sheldon tries to learn how to be funny and Raj tries to work on his “game” before talking to girls, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 2 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST STAR:
Marcus Folmar (Security Guard)
Lexie Contursi (Girl)
STORY BY: Dave Goetsch, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steve Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY’S RELATIONSHIP TAKES AN UNEXPECTED TURN DURING A GAME OF DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 26
“The Love Spell Potential” – When the girls’ trip to Vegas falls through, the guys invite them to play Dungeons & Dragons, causing Sheldon and Amy’s relationship to take an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, Koothrappali and Lucy go on a very awkward date, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 26 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/9/13.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

LEONARD CRUSHES SHELDON’S FEELINGS WHEN HE RETURNS FROM THE NORTH SEA, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 19
“The Deception Verification” – Leonard’s friendship with Sheldon is put to the test when he returns from the North Sea. Meanwhile, Wolowitz’s relationship with his mother causes an unusual threat to his masculinity, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 19 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Kevin Sussman returns as Stuart, the comic book store owner. (Originally broadcast 12/19/12.)
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Barak Hardley (Pizza Delivery Guy)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

EVERYONE IMAGINES WHAT THEIR LIVES WOULD BE LIKE IF THEY HAD NEVER MET SHELDON, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 12
“The Cooper Extraction” – While Sheldon is away in Texas, everyone gathers to decorate the apartment Christmas tree, and they each realize how much he has changed their lives, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 12 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Jim Reynolds, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON FACES A CRISIS AFTER LEONARD DISPROVES HIS ACCIDENTAL SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, DEC. 5
Ira Flatow Guest Stars as Himself
“The Discovery Dissipation” – Leonard and Amy help Sheldon cope with the shame he’s feeling after his accidental contribution to science is disproved. Meanwhile, Raj must stay with Howard and Bernadette for a week, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Dec. 5 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
John Ross Bowie (Barry Kripke)
GUEST CAST:
Ira Flatow (Himself)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan & Jim Reynolds & Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Steve Holland & Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON REVISITS SOME CHRISTMAS MEMORIES DURING A GAME OF DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 28
Editor’s note: This replaces the previously scheduled episode.
“The Santa Simulation” – Sheldon revisits some Christmas memories during a game of Dungeons and Dragons, while Penny, Bernadette and Amy try to find a girl for Koothrappali when he joins the girls for ladies' night, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 28 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/13/12.)
GUEST CAST:
Dakin Matthews (Santa)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON IS UPSET WHEN THE ENTIRE GANG DECIDES TO SPEND THANKSGIVING AT MRS. WOLOWITZ’S HOUSE, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 21
“The Thanksgiving Decoupling” – Sheldon protests when the gang drags him to Mrs. Wolowitz’s house for Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, Penny and Leonard must deal with a mistake from her past, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 21 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
RECURRING CAST:
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
Casey Sander (Mr. Rosetenkowski)
Brian Thomas Smith (Zack)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Jeremy Howe
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON PUNISHES LEONARD FOR A PAST MISTAKE BY MAKING HIM “WALK A MILE IN HIS SHOES,” ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 14
Kate Micucci Returns as Lucy
“The Itchy Brain Simulation” – Leonard tries to keep Sheldon from overreacting when a past mistake comes to light, but Sheldon punishes Leonard by making him walk a mile in his shoes. Meanwhile, Penny confronts Raj’s ex-girlfriend, Lucy, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 14 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Morgan Hewitt (Lizzy)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

BOB NEWHART RETURNS AS SHELDON’S CHILDHOOD HERO, PROFESSOR PROTON, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 7
Bill Nye Guest Stars as Himself
“The Proton Displacement” – Sheldon feels slighted when Professor Proton seeks advice from Leonard instead of him, and he seeks revenge by befriending a rival science TV host, Bill Nye. Meanwhile, Raj gets jealous when Howard crashes “girls’ night,” on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 7 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Bob Newhart (Arthur “Professor Proton”)
Bill Nye
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Maria Ferrari and Anthony del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD’S CAR IS STOLEN WHILE THE GUYS TRAVEL TO A COMIC BOOK CONVENTION IN BAKERSFIELD, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, OCT. 31
“The Bakersfield Expedition” – While the guys take a road trip to a comic book convention dressed as “Star Trek: The Next Generation” characters, the girls stay home and try to interpret a comic book, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Oct. 31 (8:00 - 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/10/13.)
SERIES REGULARS:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST CAST:
Angela Sargeant (Lana)
Matt Battaglia (Officer Reynolds)
Craig Gellis (Car Thief #1)
Frank Alvarez (Car Thief #2)
Rick Gifford (Guy O.S.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, SHELDON AND RAJ BATTLE FOR TENURE AT THE UNIVERSITY, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, OCT. 31
Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Tenure Turbulence" – Leonard, Sheldon and Raj fight for tenure at the university, and the competition heats up when the girls get involved, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, Oct. 31 (9:31 – 10:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/4/13.)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
GUEST CAST:
Regina King (Mrs. Davis)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ AND KOOTHRAPPALI TRY TO SOLVE A MYSTERY ABOUT SHELDON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, OCT. 28
“The 43 Peculiarity” – Howard and Raj try to get to the bottom of why Sheldon disappears every afternoon at 2:45. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny deal with jealousy in their relationship, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, Oct. 28 (9:00 – 9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/15/12.)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
GUEST CAST:
Margo Harshman (Alex)
Ryan Cartwright (Cole)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON’S LATEST SCIENTIFIC ACHIEVEMENT THREATENS TO HAUNT HIM FOREVER, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, OCT. 24
“The Romance Resonance” – Sheldon’s major scientific breakthrough makes him feel like a fraud. Meanwhile, Howard’s romantic gesture to Bernadette causes Penny to step up her game with Leonard, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Oct. 24 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
GUEST CAST:
Andrew Hill Newman (Albert Einstein)
John Apicella (Archimedes)
Nick Ullett (Distinguished Scientist)
Tom Fonss (Student)
STORY BY: Eric Kaplan, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND PENNY SHARE INTIMATE SECRETS WHILE LEONARD IS AWAY AT SEA, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY” AT A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY OCT. 21
Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Hofstadter Insufficiency”- With Leonard away, Sheldon and Penny spend quality time together sharing intimate secrets. Also, Wolowitz helps Raj get over his ex-girlfriend, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY at a special night and time, Monday, Oct. 21 (9:00 – 9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Regina King returns as Mrs. Davis, the University’s Director of Employee Relations. (Originally broadcast 9/26/2013)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
GUEST CAST:
Regina King (Mrs. Davis)
Sophie Oda (Grace)
Aaron Takahashi (Scientist)
Alex Ball (Waiter)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steve Molaro & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan & Jim Reynolds & Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

A LETTER FROM HOWARD’S FATHER FORCES HOWARD TO CONFRONT HIS PAST, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," AT A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, OCT. 14
“The Closet Reconfiguration" – Howard struggles with whether or not he should open a letter from his father, and Leonard and Penny throw a “grown-up” cocktail party at the apartment, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special night and time, Monday, Oct. 14 (9:00 – 9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/14/2013)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

SHELDON’S RELATIONSHIP WITH AMY IS PUT TO THE TEST WHEN SHE COMES TO WORK AT HIS UNIVERSITY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY” THURSDAY, OCT. 17
“The Workplace Proximity” – Sheldon must decide how much “Amy time” is too much after she takes a job at his university. Meanwhile, Howard finds himself sleeping on Raj’s couch after a fight with Bernadette, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Oct. 17 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Todd Eric Andrews (Dr. Gunderson)
Ayumi Iizuka (Scientist)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON GETS DEFENSIVE AFTER AMY DEALS HIM – AND “RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK” – A BIG BLOW, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, OCT. 10
Christine Baranski ("The Good Wife") Returns As Leonard's Mother
“The Raiders Minimization” – Sheldon seeks revenge after Amy ruins one of his favorite movies. Meanwhile, Leonard discovers a way to get Penny to do anything, and Raj and Stuart create online dating profiles, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Oct. 10 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Christine Baranski (Beverly)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

THE GANG COMPETES IN A CUTTHROAT SCAVENGER HUNT THAT TESTS THEIR SCIENCE KNOWLEDGE AND STREET SMARTS, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY” THURSDAY, OCT. 3
“The Scavenger Vortex” – When the entire gang competes in a scavenger hunt designed by Raj, it brings out the best – and worst – in everyone, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Oct. 3 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
STORY BY: Dave Goetsch, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND PENNY SHARE INTIMATE SECRETS WHILE LEONARD IS AWAY AT SEA, ON THE SEVENTH SEASON PREMIERE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY” THURSDAY, SEPT. 26
Regina King returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Hofstadter Insufficiency”- With Leonard away, Sheldon and Penny spend quality time together sharing intimate secrets. Also, Wolowitz helps Raj get over his ex-girlfriend, on the seventh season premiere of THE BIG BANG THEORY Thursday, Sept. 26 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Regina King returns as Mrs. Davis, the University’s Director of Employee Relations.
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
GUEST CAST:
Regina King (Mrs. Davis)
Sophie Oda (Grace)
Aaron Takahashi (Scientist)
Alex Ball (Waiter)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Steve Molaro & Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Eric Kaplan & Jim Reynolds & Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
GENRE: COMEDY
RATING: To Be Announced
Official CBS Website: http://www.cbs.com/big_bang_theory/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheBigBangTheory
Twitter: http://twitter.com/BigBang_CBS
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Cast on Twitter:
Kaley Cuoco @KaleyCuoco
Simon Helberg@SimonHelberg
Kunal Nayyar @KunalNayyar
Mayim Bialik @MissMayim
Melissa Rauch @MelissaRauch

LEONARD CRUSHES SHELDON’S FEELINGS WHEN HE RETURNS FROM THE NORTH SEA, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY” THURSDAY, SEPT. 26
Special Episode to Air Immediately Following the Season Premiere
“The Deception Verification” – Leonard’s friendship with Sheldon is put to the test when he returns from the North Sea. Meanwhile, Wolowitz’s relationship with his mother causes an unusual threat to his masculinity, on a special THE BIG BANG THEORY, immediately following the season premiere, Thursday, Sept. 26 (8:31 – 9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Kevin Sussman returns as Stuart, the comic-book store owner.
GUEST CAST FOR “The Deception Verification:”
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Barak Hardley (Pizza Delivery Guy)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre & Eric Kaplan & Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro & Steve Holland & Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

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LEONARD, SHELDON AND RAJ BATTLE FOR TENURE AT THE UNIVERSITY, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, SEPT. 16
Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Tenure Turbulence" – Leonard, Sheldon and Raj fight for tenure at the University, and the competition heats up when the girls get involved, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, Sept. 16 (9:30 – 10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 4/4/13.)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
GUEST CAST:
Regina King (Mrs. Davis)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
GENRE: COMEDY
RATING: To Be Announced
Official CBS Website: http://www.cbs.com/big_bang_theory/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheBigBangTheory
Twitter: http://twitter.com/BigBang_CBS
CBS Twitter: http://twitter.com/CBSTweet
Cast on Twitter:
Kaley Cuoco @KaleyCuoco
Simon Helberg@SimonHelberg
Kunal Nayyar @KunalNayyar
Mayim Bialik @MissMayim
Melissa Rauch @ReallyRauch

SHELDON AND PENNY ARE THROWN FOR A LOOP WHEN LEONARD IS OFFERED AN EXCITING JOB OPPORTUNITY OVERSEAS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, SEPT. 19
“The Bon Voyage Reaction” – A new success for Leonard makes Sheldon very jealous and throws Penny for a loop. Meanwhile, Koothrappali pushes Lucy too far in their relationship, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 19 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/16/13.)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, SHELDON AND WOLOWITZ TRY TO ADVANCE THE CAUSE OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, SEPT. 19
“The Contractual Obligation Implementation" – Leonard, Sheldon and Wolowitz speak to junior high girls about careers in science. Meanwhile, Koothrappali plans a date with Lucy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, Sept. 19 (9:00 – 9:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/7/13.)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Piper Mackenzie Harris (Girl #1)
Diamond White (Girl #2)
Dawson Fletcher (Justin)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY’S RELATIONSHIP TAKES AN UNEXPECTED TURN DURING A GAME OF DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
“The Love Spell Potential” – When the girls’ trip to Vegas falls through, the guys invite them to play Dungeons & Dragons, causing Sheldon and Amy’s relationship to take an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, Koothrappali and Lucy go on a very awkward date, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Sept. 12 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 5/9/13.)
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
David Trice (Waiter)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

SHELDON MUST FIND A VALENTINE’S GIFT FOR AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
"The Tangible Affection Proof" – While the guys try to give their significant others the perfect Valentine’s Day, Raj and Stuart throw a “lonely people” party at the comic book store, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, August 15 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/14/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Margo Harshman (Alex)
Josh Brener (Dale)
Kate Minucci (Lucy)
Briana Cuoco (Gretchen)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, SHELDON AND WOLOWITZ TRY TO ADVANCE THE CAUSE OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JUNE 27
Editor’s note: The air date for this episode has been changed.
“The Contractual Obligation Implementation" – Leonard, Sheldon and Wolowitz speak to junior high girls about careers in science. Meanwhile, Koothrappali plans a date with Lucy, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 27 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 3/7/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Piper Mackenzie Harris (Girl #1)
Diamond White (Girl #2)
Dawson Fletcher (Justin)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AFTER KOOTHRAPPALI’S DATE WALKS OUT ON HIM, HE VOWS TO NEVER LEAVE HIS APARTMENT ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, JUNE 20
Editor’s note: The air date for this episode has been changed.
“The Monster Isolation" – After a terrible date, Koothrappali vows to never leave his apartment. Meanwhile, Penny actually impresses Sheldon with her acting skills, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 20 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/21/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Riccardo LeBron (Tom)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON MUST FIND A VALENTINE’S GIFT FOR AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 13
Editor’s note: This replaces the preciously scheduled episode.
"The Tangible Affection Proof" – While the guys try to give their significant others the perfect Valentine’s Day, Raj and Stuart throw a “lonely people” party at the comic book store, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 13 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/14/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Margo Harshman (Alex)
Josh Brener (Dale)
Kate Minucci (Lucy)
Briana Cuoco (Gretchen)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

A FIGHT BETWEEN LEONARD AND SHELDON DRIVES LEONARD TO MOVE IN WITH PENNY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JUNE 6
"The Spoiler Alert Segmentation" – When Sheldon and Leonard fight, it affects Penny and Amy’s living arrangements. Meanwhile, Raj takes care of Mrs. Wolowitz while Howard is away, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, June 6 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 2/7/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Margo Harshman (Alex)
Josh Brener (Dale)
Kate Minucci (Lucy)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON IS FORCED TO WORK WITH HIS NEMESIS, BARRY KRIPKE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 30
"The Cooper/Kripke Inversion" – Sheldon is forced to work with Barry Kripke and faces a crisis of confidence. Meanwhile, Howard and Raj spend $1,000 on action figures of themselves, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 30 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/31/13.)
GUEST CAST:
John Ross Bowie (Barry Kripke)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON REVISITS SOME CHRISTMAS MEMORIES DURING A GAME OF DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 23
“The Santa Simulation” – Sheldon revisits some Christmas memories during a game of Dungeons and Dragons, while Penny, Bernadette and Amy try to find a girl for Koothrappali when he joins the girls for ladies' night, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 23 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/13/12.)
GUEST CAST:
Dakin Matthews (Santa)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

AMY GETS NERVOUS WHEN SHELDON HIRES A YOUNG FEMALE ASSISTANT, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, MAY 13
“The Higgs Boson Observation” – Amy feels threatened when Sheldon hires a young female assistant, and the pressure of being in space takes its toll on Wolowitz, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, May 13 (8:30 - 9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/11/12.)
RECURRING CAST:
Pasha Lychnikoff (Dimitri)
GUEST CAST:
Margo Harshman (Alex)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Dave Goetsch and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari

SHELDON AND PENNY ARE THROWN FOR A LOOP WHEN LEONARD IS OFFERED AN EXCITING JOB OPPORTUNITY OVERSEAS, ON THE SIXTH SEASON FINALE OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 16 Preview
“The Bon Voyage Reaction” – A new success for Leonard makes Sheldon very jealous and throws Penny for a loop. Meanwhile, Koothrappali pushes Lucy too far in their relationship, on the sixth season finale of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 16 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

WOLOWITZ DOESN’T GET THE WELCOME HE EXPECTED WHEN HE RETURNS FROM SPACE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, MAY 16
“The Re-Entry Minimization” – When Wolowitz returns from space, he doesn’t get the hero’s welcome he expected. Meanwhile, Game Night turns into a battle of the sexes, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, May 16 (8:31 – 9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/18/12.)
GUEST CAST:
Mike Massimino (Himself)
Jan Hoag (Lilian)
Ken Lerner (Dr. Schneider)
John Mendoza (Chauffer)
STORY BY: Bill Prady, Jim Reynolds and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Molary and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND AMY’S RELATIONSHIP TAKES AN UNEXPECTED TURN DURING A GAME OF DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, MAY 9
“The Love Spell Potential” – When the girls’ trip to Vegas falls through, the guys invite them to play Dungeons & Dragons, causing Sheldon and Amy’s relationship to take an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, Koothrappali and Lucy go on a very awkward date, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, May 9 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Promo
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
David Trice (Waiter)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Anthony Rich

AMY TRIES TO HELP SHELDON GET OVER HIS COMPULSIVE NEED FOR CLOSURE, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, APRIL 25
“The Closure Alternative" – Sheldon feels lost after one of his favorite TV shows gets canceled too soon and Amy tries to help him get over his compulsive need for closure. Meanwhile, Raj discovers a secret about his new love interest, Lucy, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 25 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
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SHELDON KNOWS A SECRET ABOUT LEONARD AND PENNY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” AT A SPECIAL TIME, THURSDAY, APRIL 18
Editor’s note: This replaces the previously scheduled programming.
“The Decoupling Fluctuation” – When Sheldon learns that Penny is thinking about breaking up with Leonard, he tries to intervene. Meanwhile, in space, the other astronauts pick on Howard, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, at a special time, Thursday, April 18 (9:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/4/12.)
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Mike Massamino (Himself)
Pasha Lychnikoff (Dimitri)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON IS ACCUSED OF SEXUAL HARRASSMENT AT THE UNIVERSITY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 18
Regina King Guest Stars as Mrs. Davis
“The Egg Salad Equivalency” – Sheldon gets accused of sexual harassment at the University and winds up getting Leonard, Raj and Wolowitz in trouble, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 18 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Regina King guest stars as Mrs. Davis, the University’s Director of Employee Relations. (Originally broadcast 1/3/13.)
GUEST CAST:
Regina King (Mrs. Davis)
Margo Harshman (Alex)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Bill Prady and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
GENRE: COMEDY
RATING: To Be Announced
Official CBS Website: http://www.cbs.com/big_bang_theory/
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Cast on Twitter:
Kaley Cuoco @KaleyCuoco
Simon Helberg@SimonHelberg
Kunal Nayyar @KunalNayyar
Mayim Bialik @MissMayim
Melissa Rauch @ReallyRauch

SHELDON PLAYS NURSEMAID TO A SICK AMY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, APRIL 11
“The Fish Guts Displacement” – Sheldon tries to nurse a sick Amy back to health, while Wolowitz prepares for an upcoming fishing trip with his father-in-law, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 11 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 12/6/12.)
RECURRING CAST:
Casey Sander (Mr. Rostenkowski)
Meagen Fay (Mrs. Rostenkowski)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Tara Hernandez
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, SHELDON AND RAJ BATTLE FOR TENURE AT THE UNIVERSITY, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY" THURSDAY, APRIL 4
Regina King Returns as Mrs. Davis
“The Tenure Turbulence" – Leonard, Sheldon and Raj fight for tenure at the University, and the competition heats up when the girls get involved, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, April 4 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Regina King (Mrs. Davis)
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
STORY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland and Jim Reynolds
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

A LETTER FROM HOWARD’S FATHER FORCES HOWARD TO CONFRONT HIS PAST, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, MARCH 14
“The Closet Reconfiguration" – Howard struggles with whether or not he should open a letter from his father, and Leonard and Penny throw a “grown-up” cocktail party at the apartment, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 14 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

LEONARD, SHELDON AND WOLOWITZ TRY TO ADVANCE THE CAUSE OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, MARCH 7
“The Contractual Obligation Implementation" – Leonard, Sheldon and Wolowitz speak to junior high girls about careers in science. Meanwhile, Koothrappali plans a date with Lucy, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, March 7 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Brian Posehn (Bert)
Piper Mackenzie Harris (Girl #1)
Diamond White (Girl #2)
Dawson Fletcher (Justin)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON AND WOLOWITZ BATTLE OVER A PARKING SPOT AT THE UNIVERSITY, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 28
“The Parking Spot Escalation” – When the University reassigns Sheldon’s parking spot to Wolowitz, their fight affects the whole gang, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 28 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/29/12.)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Adam Faberman
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Mike Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Peter Chakos

AFTER KOOTHRAPPALI’S DATE WALKS OUT ON HIM, HE VOWS TO NEVER LEAVE HIS APARTMENT ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, FEB. 21
“The Monster Isolation" – After a terrible date, Koothrappali vows to never leave his apartment. Meanwhile, Penny actually impresses Sheldon with her acting skills, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 21 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
GUEST CAST:
Kate Micucci (Lucy)
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Riccardo LeBron (Tom)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Dave Goetsch and Maria Ferrari
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

SHELDON MUST FIND A VALENTINE’S GIFT FOR AMY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 14
"The Tangible Affection Proof" – While the guys try to give their significant others the perfect Valentine’s Day, Raj and Stuart throw a “lonely people” party at the comic book store, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 14 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Margo Harshman (Alex)
Josh Brener (Dale)
Kate Minucci (Lucy)
Briana Cuoco (Gretchen)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Tara Hernandez
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

BERNADETTE PRESSURES WOLOWITZ TO MOVE OUT OF HIS MOTHER’S HOUSE, AND SHELDON IS STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF A FIGHT BETWEEN AMY AND WIL WHEATON, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13
“Star Trek: The Next Generation” Alums
Wil Wheaton and LeVar Burton Guest Star
"The Habitation Configuration” – Wolowitz struggles with moving out of his mother’s house. Meanwhile, Sheldon is caught in the middle of an argument between Amy and Wil Wheaton, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Wednesday, Feb. 13 (9:30 – 10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. “Star Trek: The Next Generation” actors Wil Wheaton and LeVar Burton guest star. (Originally broadcast 11/8/12.)
GUEST CAST:
Wil Wheaton (Himself)
LeVar Burton (Himself)
Mrs. Wolowitz (Carol Ann Susi)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Jim Reynolds
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Steve Holland and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

A FIGHT BETWEEN LEONARD AND SHELDON DRIVES LEONARD TO MOVE IN WITH PENNY, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, FEB. 7
"The Spoiler Alert Segmentation" – When Sheldon and Leonard fight, it affects Penny and Amy’s living arrangements. Meanwhile, Raj takes care of Mrs. Wolowitz while Howard is away, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Feb. 7 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
GUEST CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
Margo Harshman (Alex)
Josh Brener (Dale)
Kate Minucci (Lucy)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Eric Kaplan and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Maria Ferrari and Adam Faberman
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

Tonight: a re-run, LEONARD AND PENNY “BETA TEST” THEIR NEW RELATIONSHIP, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, JAN. 14
“The Beta Test Initiation” – Leonard and Penny experiment with dating, while Raj develops a peculiar relationship with his phone’s virtual assistant, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, Jan. 14 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 1/2/13.)
RECURRING CAST:
John Ross Bowie (Kripke)
GUEST STARS:
Becky O’Donohue (Becky)
Security Guard (TBC)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro and Eric Kaplan
TELEPLAY BY: Bill Prady, Dave Goetsch and Maria Ferrari
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski
Official CBS Website: http://www.cbs.com/primetime/big_bang_theory/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheBigBangTheory
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Another re-run next week: WOLOWITZ DOESN’T GET THE WELCOME HE EXPECTED WHEN HE RETURNS FROM SPACE, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 17
“The Re-Entry Minimization” – When Wolowitz returns from space, he doesn’t get the hero’s welcome he expected. Meanwhile, Game Night turns into a battle of the sexes, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 17 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 10/18/12.)
RECURRING CAST:
Carol Ann Susi (Mrs. Wolowitz)
Pasha Lychnikoff (Dimitri)
GUEST CAST:
Mike Massimino (Himself)
Jan Hoag (Lilian)
Ken Lerner (Dr. Schneider)
John Mendoza (Chauffer)
STORY BY: Bill Prady, Jim Reynolds and Anthony Del Broccolo
TELEPLAY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Molary and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

Still another re-run: SHELDON’S FRIENDSHIP WITH STEPHEN HAWKING IS PUT TO THE TEST, ON A REBROADCAST OF “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, JAN. 24
Renowned Scientist Stephen Hawking Lends His Voice
“The Extract Obliteration” – Sheldon’s relationship with Stephen Hawking is threatened over a game of “Words with Friends,” and Penny secretly enrolls in a class at the local college, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 24 (8:00 – 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Renowned scientist Stephen Hawking lends his voice to the episode. (Originally broadcast 11/1/12.)
GUEST CAST:
Stephen Hawking V.O. (Himself)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady and Steve Holland
TELEPLAY BY: Steven Molaro, Jim Reynolds and Eric Kaplan
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

And still another re-run: SHELDON BECOMES JEALOUS WHEN AMY DATES ANOTHER MAN, ON A REBROADCAST OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY," ON A SPECIAL NIGHT AND TIME, MONDAY, JAN. 28
“The Flaming Spittoon Acquisition” – Sheldon considers taking his relationship with Amy to the next level when Stuart from the comic book store asks her out on a date, on a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY, on a special night and time, Monday, Jan. 28 (8:30 - 9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. (Originally broadcast 11/17/11.)
RECURRING CAST:
Kevin Sussman (Stuart)
GUEST STAR:
Josh Brener (Dale)
STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro and Dave Goetsch
TELEPLAY BY: Bill Prady, Jim Reynolds and Steve Holland
DIRECTED BY: Mark Cendrowski

6/3/13 "THE BIG BANG THEORY" TOPS THE FINAL FULL WEEK OF THE SEASON IN BOTH VIEWERS AND ADULTS 18-49 IN LIVE +7-DAY DVR LIFT
Gains +4.86 Million Viewers and +2.2 Rating Points in Adults 18-49
THE BIG BANG THEORY season finale was the #1 program in live plus 7-day DVR lift among both viewers and adults 18-49 during the final full week of the season, according to Nielsen ratings for the week ending May 19.
THE BIG BANG THEORY gained +4.86 million viewers to 20.34 million from its live plus same day average of 15.48m. Among adults 18-49, THE BIG BANG THEORY jumped +2.2 rating points to a 7.0 from 4.8 live plus same day.
In the season's final full week, finales of NCIS (22.22m), THE BIG BANG THEORY (20.34m) and NCIS: LOS ANGELES (16.28m) all delivered more viewers than the season finales of "American Idol Thursday" (15.74m) and "American Idol Wednesday" (13.22m).
Among adults 18-49, THE BIG BANG THEORY (7.0), HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER (4.5) and NCIS (4.5) also beat the finales of "American Idol Thursday" (4.2) and "American Idol Wednesday" (3.4).

05.20.2013 "THE BIG BANG THEORY" DELIVERS ITS LARGEST-EVER L+7 DAY LIFT IN VIEWERS AND ADULTS 18-49
Adds +5.02 Million Viewers to 21.31m and +2.3 Rating Points in Adults 18-49 to 7.2
"NCIS" Also Surges Past 21 Million Viewers with L+7 Day Lift
"Criminal Minds'" May 15 Broadcast Moves Past "American Idol" in Adults 18-49 with L+3 Day Lift
THE BIG BANG THEORY delivered its largest L+7 Day lift in series history in both viewers and adults 18-49, adding +5.02 million viewers and +2.3 rating points in adults 18-49, according to Nielsen ratings for the week ending May 5.
THE BIG BANG THEORY'S L+7 Day audience swelled to 21.31 million from 16.29 million live plus same day, while its adults 18-49 average jumped to 7.2 from 4.9.
NCIS's L+7 Day audience also surged past 21 million viewers with the addition of +3.40 viewers (21.69 from 18.29m) from its live plus same day average.
According to Nielsen L+3 Day viewing for May 15, CRIMINAL MINDS added +2.07m viewers (12.63m from 10.56m), +0.9 rating points in adults 25-54 (4.3 from 3.4) and +0.8 rating points in adults 18-49 (3.4 from 2.6) from live from same day.
CRIMINAL MINDS moved past "American Idol Wednesday" in L+3 Day rating in adults 18-49 (3.4 vs. 3.3, +3%). This is the second straight week, CRIMINAL MINDS outperformed "Idol" in adults 18-49 with L+3 Day viewing added. In both weeks, CRIMINAL MINDS trailed "American Idol Wednesday" when the live plus same day ratings were released.

Laurie Metcalf (Mary Cooper) is nominated for a Tony for the play "The Other Place"!

No show these 2 weeks due to NCAA basketball....

“THE BIG BANG THEORY” IS THURSDAY’S #1 PROGRAM IN VIEWERS AND KEY DEMOGRAPHICS
“Two and a Half Men” Sweeps its Time Period, Topping “American Idol” in Adults 18-49 for the First Time
“Person of Interest” Places First in Viewers and Adults 25-54
CBS Wins Thursday in Viewers and Adults 25-54
THE BIG BANG THEORY was Thursday’s #1 program in viewers and key demographics while TWO AND A HALF MEN swept its time period, out-rating “American Idol” in adults 18-49 for the first time, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for March 7.
THE BIG BANG THEORY was first in households (10.4/17), viewers (17.43m), adults 25-54 (7.0/19), adults 18-49 (5.4/16) and adults 18-34 (3.9/13). THE BIG BANG THEORY was the night's #1 program in households, viewers, adults 25-54, adults 18-49 and adults 18-34.
TWO AND A HALF MEN was first in households (8.3/13), viewers (13.56m), adults 25-54 (5.2/13) and adults 18-49 (3.9/11) at 8:30 PM. This is the first time TWO AND A HALF MEN beat "American Idol" in the common half-hour in adults 18-49. Compared to the last first-run episode (on Feb. 21, 2013), TWO AND A HALF MEN was up +2% in households (from 8.1/12), even in both adults 25-54 and adults 18-49 and added +150,000 viewers (from 13.41m, +1%).
PERSON OF INTEREST was first in households (9.0/14), viewers (14.39m) and adults 25-54 (4.1/10), and was second in adults 18-49 (2.8/08). In the 9:30 PM half-hour, PERSON OF INTEREST tied "Glee" in adults 18-49 (2.8/08 vs. 2.8/07). Compared to the last first-run episode (on Feb. 21, 2013), PERSON OF INTEREST was up +3% in households (from 8.7/13), even in adults 25-54 and added +170,000 viewers (from 14.22m, +1%).
ELEMENTARY (R) was first in households (5.7/10), viewers (8.72m), adults 25-54 (2.5/07) and adults 18-49 (1.6/05). ELEMENTARY beat its rebroadcast competition combined in households (vs. 5.4/09, +6%) and viewers (vs. 7.57m, +15%), and nearly matched the combined NBC and ABC adults 25-54 delivery (vs. 2.6/07).
For the night, CBS was first in households (8.0/13), viewers (12.87m) and adults 25-54 (4.2/11), and was second in adults 18-49 (3.0/09, -0.1 behind FOX).
Updated Thursday ratings will be available this afternoon.

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Jan. 11: LAST NIGHT'S RECORD-SETTING "THE BIG BANG THEORY" ADJUSTED UPWARD TO 20 MILLION VIEWERS, 6.4 IN A18-49 AND 8.3 IN A25-54
Last night's record-setting ratings for THE BIG BANG THEORY have been adjusted even higher, according to Nielsen updated ratings for Thursday, Jan. 10.
THE BIG BANG THEORY averaged 20.00 million viewers, 6.4/19 in adults 18-49 and 8.3/21 in adults 25-54.

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" HITS NEW SERIES HIGHS IN VIEWERS AND DEMOS FOR THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE WEEK
"The Big Bang Theory" Delivers 19.78 Million Viewers, 6.3 in Adults 18-49 and 8.1 in Adults 25-54
CBS Posts its Second-Best Thursday of the Season in Key Ratings Measures
THE BIG BANG THEORY hit all-time series high ratings in viewers, adults 18-49 and adults 25-54 for the second consecutive week, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for Thursday, Jan. 10.
THE BIG BANG THEORY swept its time period, finishing first in households (11.8/19), viewers (19.78m), adults 25-54 (8.1/21), adults 18-49 (6.3/19) and adults 18-34 (4.3/15). THE BIG BANG THEORY posted series highs for the second consecutive week in households, viewers, adults 25-54 and adults 18-49 while posting the best adults 18-34 performance since Feb. 8, 2010. THE BIG BANG THEORY beat the first-run competition combined in viewers (vs. 14.44m, +37%), adults 25-54 (vs. 5.2/14, +56%), adults 18-49 (vs. 4.2/13, +50%) and adults 18-34 (vs. 3.4/12, +26%).
For the night, CBS was first in households (9.0/14), viewers (14.65m), adults 25-54 (4.9/12) and adults 18-49 (3.6/10) – the second-best Thursday delivery this season for CBS. Compared to the same night last year, CBS was up 3% in adults 18-49, 2% in adults 25-54 and 1% in viewers.

Thursday ratings: 'Big Bang Theory', 'Scandal' up to new highs

'Big Bang Theory' delivers best ratings ever: Will it topple 'Idol'?

How 'The Big Bang Theory' Scored Record Ratings After 6 Years

William Shatner and 'Big Bang Theory' Star Kaley Cuoco Negotiate a Priceline Duet

Big Bang Theory Voted Universe's Funniest Show!

The Premiere of “Battle Creek” Jumps +70% in Adults 18-49 Live +7-Day Lift and
Adds +3.20 Million Viewers
THE BIG BANG THEORY posted the biggest live +7-day broadcast lift among adults 18-49 for the second consecutive week, according to Nielsen live + 7-day ratings for the week ending March 1.
Among adults 18-49, THE BIG BANG THEORY added +2.4 rating points (6.9 from 4.5), a jump of +53% from its live + same day average. In viewers, THE BIG BANG THEORY ranked second among the week's primetime broadcasts, adding +5.53 million viewers (22.20m from 16.67m), a +33% gain.

People's Choice Awards: “The Big Bang Theory” took home Favorite TV Show and Favorite Network TV Comedy, while its star, Kaley Cuoco, nabbed Favorite Comedic TV Actress for the second consecutive year. Congratulations!

L+7 LIFTS “THE BIG BANG THEORY” PAST “SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL” AS THE #1 PROGRAM IN VIEWERS, A18-49 AND ADULTS 25-54 IN WEEK SEVEN
Five CBS Series Top Four Million Viewers with L+7
THE BIG BANG THEORY moved ahead of “Sunday Night Football” as the #1 program in viewers, adults 18-49 and adults 25-54 in week seven, according to Nielsen live + 7-day ratings.
THE BIG BANG THEORY added +5.53m viewers, (22.09m from 16.56m, +33% from its live plus same day average) overtaking “Sunday Night Football's 18.23m. Among adults 18-49, THE BIG BANG THEORY was the week's top gainer, adding +2.4 rating points (6.7 from 4.3, +56%) finishing ahead of “Sunday Night Football's” 6.5. THE BIG ANG THEORY also topped football in adults 25-54 (8.8 vs. 7.3).

THE SEASON PREMIERE OF “ELEMENTARY” JUMPS +100% IN ADULTS 18-49 AND ADDS +4.5 MILLION VIEWERS WITH LIVE+7-DAY LIFT
“The Big Bang Theory” Gains +5.3 Million Viewers, While “Scorpion” and “Blue Bloods” Also Notch Viewer Lifts Over 4 Million
CBS Vaults From Second to First Place for the Week in Adults 18-49
With L+7 Lift Added
The season premiere of ELEMENTARY doubled its live plus same day adult 18-49 rating and gained more than +4.5 million viewers with live + 7-day lift, according to Nielsen ratings for Week Six of the season.
ELEMENTARY's Oct. 30 debut jumped +100% in adults 18-49 with L+7 day lift (to 2.4 from 1.2) while gaining +4.51m (12.12m from 7.61m, +59%).
THE BIG BANG THEORY was CBS’s biggest gainer in both viewers (+5.28m, 21.58m from 16.30m, +32%) and among adults 18-49 (+2.3 rating points, 6.4 from 4.1, +56%).
SCORPION (+4.25m) and BLUE BLOODS (+4.14m) both gained more than four million viewers, while NCIS (+3.86m), NCIS: LOS ANGELES (+3.85m), CRIMINAL MINDS (+3.71m), PERSON OF INTEREST (+3.64m) and NCIS: NEW ORLEANS (+3.17m) all had lifts of more than three million viewers.
With L+7-day lift, CBS moved from second to first place (2.9) among adults 18-49 in Week Six with a gain of +0.7 (+32%) from live plus same day.

Re-runs in November and December:
12/4/14 (Th.) 8:00 PM CBS The Locomotion Interruption
11/27/14 (Th.) 8:00 PM CBS (#4X5309) The Thanksgiving Decoupling

Official CBS Info about the new season

Vote for Big Bang Theory for Favorite TV Show, for Favorite Network TV Comedy, Jim Parsons or Favorite Comedic TV Actor, and Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting for Favorite Comedic TV Actress, in the People's Choice Awards! http://vote.peopleschoice.com

CBS GROWS +2% IN PREMIERE WEEK VERSUS LAST YEAR WITH LIVE + 7-DAY PLAYBACK ADDED; EVEN IN KEY DEMOS
CBS's Live Plus Same Day Averages Increase +21% in Viewers, +29% in Adults 18-49 and +28% in Adults 25-54 with 7-Day Lift
“NCIS: New Orleans” Is the Most-Watched New Show During Premiere Week,
With 21.08 Million Viewers
“The Big Bang Theory” and Freshman Drama “Scorpion” Add
Well Over +5 Million Viewers with 7-Day Playback
“The Big Bang Theory,” “NCIS” and Freshman “NCIS: New Orleans” All Notch
More Than 21 Million Viewers
“Scorpion” Jumps to 19.2 Million Viewers and Adds +56% in Adults 18-49 to a 5.0 Rating
10 CBS Shows Post 7-Day Lifts of More Than 3 Million Viewers
CBS grew its audience +2% in premiere week versus last year with live + 7-day ratings playback added and was even in key demographics, according to Nielsen Live + 7-day ratings for premiere week. CBS is up +2% in viewers (13.25m from 12.98m) and even in adults 18-49 (3.1) and adults 25-54 (4.1).
With live + 7-day lift, CBS live plus same day ratings increased +21% in viewers (13.25m from 10.91m, +2.34m), +29% in adults 18-49 (3.1 from 2.4, +0.7) and +28% in adults 25-54 (4.1 from 3.2, +0.9).
Compared to last year's premiere week, CBS's new Monday lineup is up +66% in viewers, +39% in adults 18-49 and +53% in adults 25-54 with live + 7-day lift.
THE BIG BANG THEORY 2 (24.18m), THE BIG BANG THEORY (23.77m), NCIS (22.47m) and freshman drama NCIS: NEW ORLEANS (21.08m) all averaged more than 21 million viewers. NCIS: NEW ORLEANS was the most-watched new program during premiere week.
SCORPION (19.22m) finished in the top 10 with live + 7-day viewing included, and jumped +56% in adults 18-49 to a 5.0 rating.
Ten CBS shows posted lifts of more than 3 million viewers, including PERSON OF INTEREST, BLUE BLOODS, UNDER THE DOME, HAWAII FIVE-0 and CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION.
CBS Broadcasts in the Top 15 in Viewer Lift
L+SD L+7 Lift % Change
3 THE BIG BANG THEORY 2 18.30m 24.18m +5.88m +32%
5 THE BIG BANG THEORY 18.08m 23.75m +5.67m +31%
6 SCORPION 13.90m 19.22m +5.32m +38%
8 PERSON OF INTEREST 10.71m 15.45m +4.74m +44%
9 NCIS 18.34m 22.47m +4.13m +23%
12 BLUE BLOODS 10.93m 14.66m +3.73m +34%
13 UNDER THE DOME 7.54m 11.27m +3.73m +49%
14 NCIS: NEW ORLEANS 17.37m 21.08m +3.71m +21%
CBS Broadcasts in the Top 20 In Adult 18-49 Lift
2 THE BIG BANG THEORY 2 5.4 8.0 +2.6 +48%
3 THE BIGBANG THEORY 5.5 7.9 +2.4 +44%
8 SCORPION 3.2 5.0 +1.8 +56%
15 NCIS 2.9 4.1 +1.2 +41%
19 PERSON OF INTEREST 1.8 2.9 +1.1 +61%
19 UNDER THE DOME 1.8 2.9 +1.1 +61%
Editor's Note: CBS's premiere week included four and a half hours of live unscripted programming (“Big Brother” finale and Thursday Night Football) which were not in premiere week a year ago. Live programming traditionally generates significantly lower DVR playback levels.

“THE BIG BANG THEORY” TOPS MONDAY IN VIEWERS AND KEY DEMOS
“NCIS: Los Angeles” Boosts Year-Ago Time Period
CBS Up +82% in Viewers, +37% in Adults 18-49 and
+54% in Adults 25-54 Versus Year Ago
THE BIG BANG THEORY topped Monday in viewers and key demographics and freshman drama SCORPION was the night's most-watched drama, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for Oct. 6. (Live +7 day projections follow.)
At 8:00 PM, THE BIG BANG THEORY was first in viewers (15.54m), adults 25-54 (5.9/16) and adults 18-49 (4.4/14). THE BIG BANG THEORY was the night's most-watched broadcast and highest-rated in key demographics.
At 8:30 PM, a rebroadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY (R) (S) averaged 11.87m viewers, 2.9/09 in adults 18-49 and 4.2/10 in adults 25-54.
At 9:00 PM, SCORPION averaged 11.82m viewers, 2.5/07 in adults 18-49 and 3.6/08 in adults 25-54. SCORPION was Monday's most-watched drama.
For the night, CBS was second in viewers (11.37m), adults 25-54 (3.7/09) and adults 18-49 (2.6/08). Compared to the same night last year, CBS was up +82% in viewers, +37% in adults 18-49 and +54% in adults 25-54.
Live + 7-Day Projections Monday, Oct. 6, 2014
Source: Nielsen NPM Live+SD and CBS Research Estimates Live+7

WINNERS OF “TEEN CHOICE 2014” ANNOUNCED
Teens Cast More Than 164 Million Votes
The following were honored today at TEEN CHOICE 2014, which aired live on FOX from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, CA. This year, teens logged on to teenchoiceawards.com and cast more than 164 million votes in support of their favorite celebrities from film, television, music, sports, digital and fashion.
Hosted by “Modern Family’s” Sarah Hyland and “Teen Wolf’s” Tyler Posey, the special also honored Selena Gomez with the Ultimate Choice Award.
Choice TV Show: Comedy
“The Big Bang Theory”

Jim Parsons (Sheldon) is nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series.
Mayim Bialik (Amy) is nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series.
Bob Newhart (Arthur) is nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Comedy Series..
The show is also nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series

CBS WINS THE FIRST WEEK OF SUMMER IN VIEWERS
Rebroadcasts of Network's Hit Comedies and Dramas Comprise Seven of the Top 10 Broadcasts
“NCIS” is #1 Drama; “The Big Bang Theory” is #1 Comedy
CBS placed first in viewers during the first full week of the summer season, as rebroadcasts of the Network's comedies and dramas comprised seven of the week's top 10 broadcasts, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending June 1.
NCIS (R) was the week's #1 broadcast drama, THE BIG BANG THEORY (R) was the week's top comedy and 60 MINUTES (R) was the week's #1 news program.
THE BIG BANG THEORY (R) was the week's top scripted broadcast among adults 18-49, beating every other program on the broadcast networks except the season premiere of “America's Got Talent.” Including ties, THE BIG BANG THEORY (R), TWO AND A HALF MEN ENCORE (R) and MOM THURSDAY (P) (R) all ranked among the top 10 programs in adults 18-49.
CBS Broadcasts in Top 20:
#2 – NCIS-R (9.40 Million)
#3 – THE BIG BANG THEORY-R (8.72 Million)
#4 – 60 MINUTES-R (8.22 Million)
#5 – NCIS: LOS ANGELES-R (7.88 Million)
#7 – CRIMINAL MINDS-R (7.26 Million)
#9 – MOM-THU-R (6.33 Million)
#10 – CSI-R (6.27 Million)
#11 – BLUE BLOODS-R (6.18 Million)
#12 – TWO AND A HALF MEN ENCORE-R (6.17 Million)
#17 – HAWAII FIVE-0 SPECIAL-RS (5.58 Million)
#19 - FRIENDS WITH BETTER LIVES S (5.31 Million)
CBS Weekly Highlights:
THE BIG BANG THEORY (R) was first in viewers (8.72m), adults 25-54 (2.8/09) and adults 18-49 (2.0/08).
CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION (R) was first in viewers (6.27m) and second in adults 25-54 (1.6/04) and adults 18-49 (1.1/03).
Prime averages are based on the following hours of rated broadcasts in Week #36:
CBS – 22 hours
NBC – 22 hours
ABC – 22 hours
FOX – 15 hours, 23 minutes

CBS' Fall 2014 Schedule: Big Bang and More Move, Half Men to End, HIMYD Dead 5/14

04.11.2014 "ELEMENTARY" GROWS IN VIEWERS, ADULTS 18-49 AND ADULTS 25-54
"The Big Bang Theory" Tops Thursday in Viewers and Key Demographics
CBS Sweeps Night
At 8:00 PM, THE BIG BANG THEORY was first in viewers (15.99m), adults 25-54 (6.1/19) and adults 18-49 (4.6/17). THE BIG BANG THEORY is the night's top program in these measures.
For the night, CBS was first in viewers (9.76m), adults 25-54 (3.3/09) and tied for first in adults 18-49 (2.4/08). CBS was first in these measures for the fourth consecutive night and fifth consecutive Thursday with regularly scheduled programming,

03.20.2014 CBS ANNOUNCES SEASON FINALE AIRDATES
Thursday, May 15 8:00-8:31 PM THE BIG BANG THEORY

03.18.2014 CBS WINS THE WEEK IN VIEWERS
“The Big Bang Theory” Is the #1 Program in Viewers and Key Demographics
CBS Has Three of the Top Five Programs
“Survivor” Beats “American Idol” in Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54 in Common Hour for the First Time
“Undercover Boss” Ends its Season on With Double-Digit Percentage Growth Over Last Year's Finale
CBS won the week in viewers with three of the top five programs and five of the top 10, including THE BIG BANG THEORY, which was the top program in viewers and key demographics, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending March 16, Week 25 of the 2013-2014 television season.
Following THE BIG BANG THEORY in the week's top 10 were BLUE BLOODS (#4) 60 MINUTES (#5), NCIS (R), #8 and CRIMINAL MINDS (#9). A rebroadcast of NCIS beat every drama broadcast on the competition except “Resurrection.”
SURVIVOR topped “American Idol” in both adults 18-49 and adults 25-54 in their common hour for the first time ever. The season finale of UNDERCOVER BOSS swept its time period, posting double-digit percentage increases over last season's finale, up +20% in adults 18-49, +13% in adults 25-54 and +17% in viewers.
THE BIG BANG THEORY was first in viewers (17.34m), adults 25-54 (6.6/20) and adults 18-49 (4.9/17). THE BIG BANG THEORY is the week's top program in these measures.
CBS top programs of the week: #1 THE BIG BANG THEORY (an average of 17.34m viewers), #4 BLUE BLOODS (11.68m), #5 60 MINUTES (11.26m), #8 NCIS (R) (10.90m), #9 CRIMINAL MINDS (10.74m), #11 THE MILLERS (10.53m), #13 CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION (10.15m), #15 NCIS: LOS ANGELES (R) (9.73m), #16 SURVIVOR (9.66m), #17 HAWAII FIVE-0 (9.53m), #18 TWO AND A HALF MEN (9.43m), #20 ELEMENTARY (8.94m), #22 THE MENTALIST (8.65m), #23 THE GOOD WIFE (8.43m), #24 THE AMAZING RACE (8.30m), #27 HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER (7.70m), #28 MIKE & MOLLY (7.67m) and #29 PERSON OF INTEREST (7.64m).

03.14.2014 "THE BIG BANG THEORY," "THE MILLERS" AND "TWO AND A HALF MEN" SWEEP TIME PERIODS
"The Big Bang Theory" is Thursday's #1 Program in Viewers and Key Demos
CBS Wins Thursday in All Key Rating Measures
THE BIG BANG THEORY, THE MILLERS and TWO AND A HALF MEN all swept their time periods, leading CBS to a Thursday win in all key rating measures, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for March 13.
Note: CBS had preemptions/delays in 2.4% of the US due to ACC and SEC basketball from 8:00-11:00 PM. Ratings for CBS are tentative and likely to change.
THE BIG BANG THEORY was first in viewers (17.26m), adults 25-54 (6.5/20) and adults 18-49 (4.9/17) and was the night's top program in these measures.
THE MILLERS was first in viewers (11.10m), adults 25-54 (3.7/10) and adults 18-49 (2.6/08).
TWO AND A HALF MEN was first in viewers (10.04m), adults 25-54 (3.7/09), and adults 18-49 (2.6/08) - beating "American Idol" by , +28% in adults 25-54, +24% in adults 18-49 and by +1.68m viewers (+20%) in the common half-hour. TWO AND A HALF MEN beat "Grey's Anatomy" in their common half-hour for the second straight week in adults 18-49.
THE CRAZY ONES averaged 7.01m viewers, 2.4/06 in adults 25-54 and 1.8/05 in adults 18-49. Compared to last week, THE CRAZY ONES was up +6% in adults 18-49 and added +50,000 viewers (from 6.96m, +1%).
At 10:00 PM, ELEMENTARY was first in viewers (9.03m) and second in adults 25-54 (2.4/07) and adults 18-49 (1.7/05). Compared to last week, ELEMENTARY added +490,000 viewers (from 8.54m, +6%).
For the night, CBS was first in viewers (10.58m), adults 25-54 (3.5/09) and adults 18-49 (2.5/08).

3/13 CBS ANNOUNCES RENEWALS FOR 18 PRIMETIME SHOWS FOR NEXT SEASON
Combined With Two Previously Announced Renewals, Network Has Now Picked Up 20 Returning Series for 2014-2015
Returning Series Will Include the #1 Drama, #1 Comedy, #1 New Comedy and #1 News Program
CBS, America’s most-watched network, today announced pick-ups for 18 series for next season. Combined with its previously announced pick-ups, CBS has now renewed 20 returning series for the 2014-2015 season, encompassing 17 hours of primetime programming.
“The best way to launch new shows in the fall and throughout the season is to surround them with a strong and stable lineup of successful series,” said Nina Tassler, Chairman of CBS Entertainment. “The shows we’re picking up today cut across every night of the week and feature genre leaders, time-period winners and the most-watched shows on broadcast television.”
The 18 series renewed today comprise 15.5 hours of CBS’s weekly primetime schedule and include nine dramas, five comedies, two reality series and two news programs.
The nine dramas picked up are: NCIS, television’s #1 drama/scripted program for the fifth consecutive year; NCIS: LOS ANGELES, the #2 drama for the fourth straight year; time-period winners PERSON OF INTEREST, CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION, HAWAII FIVE-0 and BLUE BLOODS; as well as CRIMINAL MINDS, ELEMENTARY and the acclaimed drama THE GOOD WIFE.
The renewed comedies are 2 BROKE GIRLS, THE MILLERS, which is the #1 freshman comedy of the 2013-2014 season, MIKE & MOLLY, MOM and the long-running hit TWO AND A HALF MEN.
In alternative programming, the Network announced pick-ups for its Emmy Award-winning reality series THE AMAZING RACE and UNDERCOVER BOSS.
Finally, in news, CBS will return 60 MINUTES, television’s #1 news program for more than four decades, and 48 HOURS, Saturday’s #1 non-sports program.
In addition to these 18 series, CBS yesterday announced a three-year broadcast deal for THE BIG BANG THEORY. Previously, the Network announced two more editions of the reality series SURVIVOR for next season.
Season-to-date, CBS is television’s #1 network in viewers for the 11th time in 12 years, averaging 10.84 million viewers.

03.12.2014 CBS ANNOUNCES MULTI-YEAR BROADCAST AGREEMENT FOR “THE BIG BANG THEORY”
Deal Extends Television’s #1 Comedy Through the 2016-2017 Season
CBS announced today a multi-year broadcast renewal for the top-rated, critically acclaimed comedy THE BIG BANG THEORY.
THE BIG BANG THEORY, which is TV’s most-watched comedy and the top-rated broadcast entertainment show among adults 18-49, has been renewed for an additional three years, extending it through the 2016-2017 season.
“Comedy is a big part of our schedule, and THE BIG BANG THEORY is the biggest comedy force on television,” said Nina Tassler, Chairman, CBS Entertainment. “This multi-year deal further strengthens our network’s position for future seasons and marks another chapter in the great partnership CBS enjoys with Warner Bros. Television for delivering audiences the best in comedy. We’re proud to work with and showcase the incredible talents of Chuck Lorre, Steve Molaro and this amazing cast every week.”

01.31.2014 IT'S ALL ELEMENTARY!
Second-Year Drama Sweeps Time Period, Delivering Its Largest Audience Since the Season Premiere
Also Scores Best Adults 25-54 Rating of the Season, While Matching Second-Highest
Adults 18-49 Rating
"The Big Bang Theory," "The Crazy Ones" and "Two and a Half Men" Also Win Time Periods in All Key Measures
CBS Wins Thursday in Viewers, Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54
At 8:00 PM, THE BIG BANG THEORY was first in viewers (18.88m), adults 25-54 (6.8/18) and adults 18-49 (5.1/15). THE BIG BANG THEORY beat "American Idol" in their common 8:00-8:30 PM half-hour by the largest margin of victory to date in viewers (+8.45m). THE BIG BANG THEORY posted the night's top deliveries in households, viewers, adults 25-54 and adults 18-49.
For the night, CBS was first in households (7.0/11), viewers (11.30m), adults 25-54 (3.7/09) and adults 18-49 (2.6/07).

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" DELIVERS ITS LARGEST LIVE PLUS 7-DAY AUDIENCE EVER
THE BIG BANG THEORY delivered its largest live plus 7-day audience ever while NCIS matched its season best live plus 7-day audience, according to Nielsen ratings for the week ending Jan. 12.
THE BIG BANG THEORY's Jan. 9 episode had a series best live plus7-day audience of 25.28 million viewers, a gain of +4.93m, +24% from its live plus same day audience of 20.35 million. Among adults 18-49, THE BIG BANG THEORY jumped +2.3 ratings to 8.0 from 5.7, a +40% gain.

January 8 -The show won a "People's Choice Award" for Favorite Network TV Comedy and Kaley Cuoco won for Favorite Comedic TV Actress!

FIRST EPISODES OF THE NEW YEAR OF "THE BIG BANG THEORY" AND "ELEMENTARY" ADD MORE THAN FOUR MILLION VIEWERS WITH LIVE +3-DAY LIFT
"The Big Bang Theory" Also Posts Season-High 3-Day Lift Deliveries in Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54
The first episodes of the new year of THE BIG BANG THEORY and ELEMENTARY added more than four million viewers with live +3-day lift, while THE BIG BANG THEORY also posted season high 3-day lift deliveries in adults 18-49 and adults 25-54, according to Nielsen live plus 3-day ratings for Thursday, Jan. 2.
THE BIG BANG THEORY added +4.43m viewers (23.63m from 19.20m), +2.3 rating points in adults 25-54 (9.6 from 7.3), +2.1 rating points in adults 18-49 (7.5 from 5.4) live plus 3-day lift from live plus same day. THE BIG BANG THEORY posted its season-best live plus 3-day deliveries in both adults 25-54 and adults 18-49 and its second-best viewers total of the season, just behind 23.88m viewers on Nov.21.
THE BIG BANG THEORY's live plus 3-day lift in both adults 25-54 and adults 18-49 beat the live plus 3-day delivery of every primetime program on the competition except for NBC's "Parenthood."
ELEMENTARY added +4.04m viewers (13.08m from 9.04m), +1.4 rating points in adults 25-54 (4.1 from 2.7) and +1.2 rating points in adults 18-49 (3.0 from 1.8) live plus 3-day lift from live plus same day. ELEMENTARY posted its largest live plus 3-day audience since Oct. 10, 2013.

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" IS THE HOLIDAY WEEK'S TOP ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAM IN VIEWERS AND KEY DEMOGRAPHICS
"The Big Bang Theory" Delivers Its Largest Audience in Nearly a Year and Its Highest Adult 18-49 Rating Since its Season Premiere
"The Millers," "The Crazy Ones," "Two and a Half Men" and "Elementary" All Post Growth From Last Original Episodes
CBS Has Five of the Week's Top 10 Programs and 11 of the Top 20
In a holiday week, THE BIG BANG THEORY was the week's #1 entertainment program in viewers and key demographics, delivering its largest audience in nearly a year and its highest adult 18-49 ratings since its season premiere, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending Jan. 5.
CBS had five of the week's top 10 programs—THE BIG BANG THEORY, #4; THE MILLERS, #6; THE MENTALIST, #7; THE GOOD WIFE, #9; and ELEMENTARY, #10.
CBS's entire Thursday lineup posted growth from their last original episodes.
CBS Weekly Highlights:
THE BIG BANG THEORY was first in viewers (19.20m), adults 25-54 (7.3/18) and adults 18-49 (5.4/16), was up +9% in adults 25-54 (from 6.7/19), +6% in adults 18-49 (from 5.1/16) and added +1.52m viewers (from 17.68m, +9%) from its last original episode on Dec. 12.
THE BIG BANG THEORY posted its largest audience since Jan. 10, 2013, matched its season-high adults 25-54 rating and posted its best adults 18-49 rating since the Sept. 26, 2013 season premiere.
THE MILLERS was first in viewers (11.33m), adults 25-54 (4.2/10) and adults 18-49 (2.8/08), was up +17% in adults 25-54 (from 3.6/09), +8% in adults 18-49 (from 2.6/08) and added +400,000 viewers (from 10.93m, +4%) compared to the last first-run episode on Dec.12. THE MILLERS posted its largest audience, its best adults 18-49 rating since Nov. 21, 2013 and its best adults 25-54 rating since Oct. 17, 2013.
THE CRAZY ONES was first in viewers (8.20m), adults 25-54 (3.0/07) and adults 18-49 (2.0/05). Compared to the last first-run episode (on Dec.12), THE CRAZY ONES was up +11% in adults 25-54 (from 2.7/07), +5% in adults 18-49 (from 1.9/05) and added +330,000 viewers (from 7.87m, +4%).
TWO AND A HALF MEN was first in viewers (8.74m), adults 25-54 (3.1/07) and adults 18-49 (2.2/05), was up +11% in adults 25-54 (from 2.8/07), +16% in adults 18-49 (from 1.9/05), and added +180,000 viewers (from 8.56m, +2%) from its last original episode on Dec. 12.
ELEMENTARY was first in viewers (9.07m), adults 25-54 (2.7/06) and adults 18-49 (1.9/05). Compared to the last first-run episode (on Dec.12), ELEMENTARY was up +8% in adults 25-54 (from 2.5/07) and +6% in adults 18-49 (from 1.7/05).
CBS top programs of the week: #4 THE BIG BANG THEORY (an average of 19.20m viewers), #6 THE MILLERS (11.33m), #7 THE MENTALIST (10.22m), #9 THE GOOD WIFE (9.41m), #10 ELEMENTARY (9.04m), #11 TWO AND A HALF MEN (8.74m), #12 THE CRAZY ONES (8.20m), #13 NCIS SPECIAL 12/31 (R) (S) (8.15m), #14 BLUE BLOODS (R) (8.03m), #15 60 MINUTES (7.96m), #18 CRIMINAL MINDS SPECIAL 1/1 (R) (S) (7.13m), #21 ELEMENTARY SUNDAY SPECIAL (R) (S) (6.74m), #22 CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION SPECIAL 1/1 (R) (S) (6.67m), #25 MIKE & MOLLY (R) (6.35m), #26 NCIS: LOS ANGELES 12/31 (R) (S) (6.30m), #27 HAWAII FIVE-0 SPECIAL 1/1 (R) (S) (6.27m) and #30 HAWAII FIVE-0 (R) (5.99m).
Prime averages are based on the following hours of rated broadcasts in Week #15:
CBS – 22 hours
NBC – 22 hours
ABC – 22 hours
FOX – 15 hours
NATIONAL NIELSEN SUMMARY - PRIMETIME
Week #15 of 2013-14 Season (ending: 1/5/14)
2013-2014 VIEWERS (000)
CBS 6,798
NBC 8,543
ABC 5,059
FOX 6,609
A25-54 Rtg Sh
CBS 1.8 4
NBC 3.1 8
ABC 1.7 4
FOX 2.5 6
A18-49 Rtg Sh
CBS 1.2 3
NBC 2.6 7
ABC 1.3 4
FOX 2.2 6
NATIONAL NIELSEN SUMMARY - PRIMETIME
SEASON-TO-DATE RATINGS REPORT (9/23/13-1/5/14)
2013-2014 VIEWERS (000)
CBS 11,168
NBC 9,694
ABC 7,954
FOX 6,942
A25-54 Rtg Sh
CBS 3.4 9
NBC 3.7 10
ABC 2.7 7
FOX 2.7 7
A18-49 Rtg Sh
CBS 2.5 7
NBC 3.1 9
ABC 2.2 7
FOX 2.3 7

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" AND "ELEMENTARY" BOTH ADD MORE THAN FOUR MILLION VIEWERS IN L3 LIFT FROM LAST THURSDAY’S BROADCASTS
"The Big Bang Theory" Gains +4.25 Million Viewers While "Elementary" Adds +4.08 Million
THE BIG BANG THEORY and ELEMENTARY both notched live plus 3-day lifts of more than four million viewers, according to Nielsen ratings for Thursday, Dec. 6.
THE BIG BANG THEORY added +4.25m viewers (19.88m from 15.63m), +2.2 rating points in adults 25-54 (8.4 from 6.2), +1.9 in adults 18-49 (6.7 from 4.8) live plus 3-day lift from live plus same day. THE BIG BANG THEORY posted the night's top lift in these measures.
ELEMENTARY added +4.08m viewers (12.37m from 8.29m), +1.5 rating points in adults 25-54 (4.1 from 2.6) and +1.1 in adults 18-49 (2.9 from 1.8) live plus 3- day lift from live plus same day. ELEMENTARY posted its second-best live plus 3-day lift (behind the season two premiere on Sept.26).

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" DELIVERS SERIES RECORD LIVE + 7 DAY LIFT IN VIEWERS
Adds +6.01 Million Viewers and +2.6 Rating Points in Adults 18-49
THE BIG BANG THEORY delivered its largest live plus 7-day lift in viewers, while the broadcast also placed first for the week in both viewer and adults 18-49 lifts, according to Nielsen ratings for the week ending Nov. 24.
THE BIG BANG THEORY's Nov. 21 live +7-day audience of 24.95 million viewers was up +6.01million, +32% from its 18.94 million same day audience. This marks the first time THE BIG BANG THEORY had a live + 7-day lift of more than 6 million viewers.
Among adults 18-49, THE BIG BANG THEORY's live +7-day 7.9 adult 18-49 rating jumped from 5.3 (+2.6 ratings points, +49%).

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" IS THE WEEK'S #1 NON-SPORTS PROGRAM IN ADULTS 18-49 AND ADULTS 25-54
A Rebroadcast of "NCIS" is the Top Drama in Viewers
"Survivor: Blood vs. Water" Posts its Largest Audience of the Season
"Frosty" Scores with Adults and Kids
THE BIG BANG THEORY was the week's #1 non-sports program in adults 18-49 and adults 25-54, while a rebroadcast of NCIS is the week's top drama in viewers, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending Dec. 8.
SURVIVOR: BLOOD vs. WATER won its time period in all key measures with its largest audience of the season, while the annual rebroadcast of FROSTY THE SNOWMAN was first in its time period in adults 18-49 (tie), adults 25-54, kids 2-11 and kids 6-11.
CBS Weekly Highlights:
SURVIVOR: BLOOD vs. WATER was first in viewers (10.63m), adults 25-54 (3.5/09) and adults 18-49 (2.6/08). SURVIVOR posted its largest audience of the season and matched its second-best adults 18-49 rating.
THE BIG BANG THEORY (8:00-8:31 PM) was first in adults 25-54 (6.2/16), adults 18-49 (4.8/14) and second in viewers (15.63m).
FROSTY THE SNOWMAN (R) (S) (3.6/06, 6.72m viewers; 8:00-8:32PM) was first in adults 25-54 (2.2/06), children 2-11 (3.3/10), children 6-11 (2.7/09), tied for first in adults 18-49 (1.7/05).
2 BROKE GIRLS posted its largest audience (8.48m) since its season premiere and matched the season's second best adults 18-49 rating (2.7/07).
CBS top programs of the week: #3 THE BIG BANG THEORY (an average of 15.63m viewers), #7 NCIS (R) (12.59m), #11 60 MINUTES (11.56m), #13 SURVIVOR (10.63m), #14 THE MENTALIST (9.97m), #16 NCIS: LOS ANGELES (R) (9.62m), #18 THE MILLERS (9.23m), #19 THE AMAZING RACE (9.21m), #20 MIKE & MOLLY (8.71m), #21 PERSON OF INTEREST (R) (8.65m), #22 2 BROKE GIRLS (8.48m), #23 TWO AND A HALF MEN (8.47m), #24 ELEMENTARY (8.29m), #27 CRIMINAL MINDS (R) (8.21m), #28 CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION (R) (8.20m), #29 HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER (R) (8.04m) and #30 MOM (7.68m).

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" TOPS THURSDAY LEADING CBS TO NIGHTLY WIN IN VIEWERS AND KEY DEMOS
"The Millers" Sweeps Time Period
"The Crazy Ones," "Two and a Half Men" and "Elementary" Place First in Viewers
THE BIG BANG THEORY was Thursday's #1 program in viewers, adults 18-49 and adults 25-54 leading CBS to a nightly win in all key ratings measures, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for Dec. 12.
Editor's Note: In both San Diego and Denver, the NFL Network's coverage of the San Diego Chargers at Denver Broncos aired on the CBS affiliates. CBS ratings are tentative and likely to change.
At 8:00 PM, THE BIG BANG THEORY was #1 in viewers (18.55m), adults 25-54 (6.9/19) and adults 18-49 (5.3/17). THE BIG BANG THEORY was the night's #1 program in these measures.
At 8:30PM, THE MILLERS was #1 in viewers (12.04m), adults 25-54 (4.0/10) and adults 18-49 (2.9/09).
At 9PM, THE CRAZY ONES was #1 in viewers (8.92m) and adults 25-54 (3.1/08) and second in adults 18-49 (2.1/06).
At 9:30 PM, TWO AND A HALF MEN #1 in viewers (9.35m) and second in adults 25-54 (3.1/08) and adults 18-49 (2.1/06).
At 10PM, ELEMENTARY was #1 in viewers (9.53m) and second in adults 25-54 (2.7/07) and adults 18-49 (1.8/05).
For the night, CBS was #1 in viewers (11.32m), adults 25-54 (3.7/10) and adults 18-49 (2.7/08).

CBS RINGS IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A BANG
Network's Entire Thursday Lineup Posts Demo Growth From Last Original Episodes
"The Big Bang Theory" Tops the Night with 18.93 Million Viewers and 5.3 in Adults 18-49
CBS Sweeps Thursday in Viewers and Key Demos Opposite Premieres and First Run Programming on the Competition
CBS's started the new year with a bang as its entire Thursday lineup, led by THE BIG BANG THEORY, posted growth in key demographics from their last original episodes, according to Nielsen preliminary live plus same day ratings for Jan. 2.
THE BIG BANG THEORY was #1 in viewers (18.93m), adults 25-54 (7.2/18) and adults 18-49 (5.3/15), the night's top broadcast in these measures. Compared to the last first-run episode (on Dec. 12), THE BIG BANG THEORY was up +7% in adults 25-54 (from 6.7/19), +4% in adults 18-49 (from 5.1/16) and added +1.25m viewers (from 17.68m, +7%). THE BIG BANG THEORY posted its largest audience and best adults 18-49 rating since Nov. 21, 2013 and its best adults 25-54 delivery since the Sept. 26 season premiere.
For the night, CBS was #1 in viewers (10.85m), adults 25-54 (3.8/09) and adults 18-49 (2.7/07) opposite premieres and first-run programming on the competition.

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"THE BIG BANG THEORY" DELIVERS ITS ALL-TIME BEST LIVE +7-DAY PLAYBACK LIFTS
"The Big Bang Theory" Adds +5.99 Million Viewers and +2.7 Rating Points in Adult 18-49
"How I Met Your Mother" Adds Record High +2.45 Million Viewers and Matches Best Adult 18-49 Lift with +1.4 Rating Points
"Elementary" and "Person of Interest" Add Over Four Million Viewers with Playback
CBS Finishes with the Week's Top Four Programs in Viewers and Top Program ("The Big Bang Theory") in Adults 18-49 With L+7 Playback
THE BIG BANG THEORY delivered its largest live +7-day playback lifts in both viewers and adults 18-49 while HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER also had its all-time high viewer lift and matched its highest playback lift in adults 18-49, according to Nielsen L+7 ratings for week five of the 2013-2014 season.
Among viewers, THE BIG BANG THEORY added +5.99m (+35%) to its live plus same day average, a series best lift that increased its audience to 22.98 million from 16.99m. Among adults 18-49, THE BIG BANG THEORY jumped +2.7 ratings points (+52%) to 7.9 from 5.2.
THE BIG BANG THEORY posted the week's largest adult 18-49 lift of any primetime program and moved into first place for the week in the demo, passing "Sunday Night Football" (6.4).
With live +7-day lift in week five, CBS had the top four programs in viewers with THE BIG BANG THEORY, NCIS (22.70m), NCIS: LOS ANGELES (17.52m) and PERSON OF INTEREST (17.33m).
HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER also posted record live +7-day lifts, added +2.45 million viewers (+32%) increasing its live plus same day audience to 10.10 million viewers from 7.65m and matched its best adult 18-49 lift, adding +1.4 rating points (+47%) to 4.4 from 3.0.
CBS's other series adding more than four million viewers with L+7 playback were ELEMENTARY (+4.55m) and PERSON OF INTEREST (+4.16m).

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10.21.2013 "THE BIG BANG THEORY" TOPS ALL BROADCAST PROGRAMS IN 7-DAY DVR LIFT AMONG ADULTS 18-49 AND IS SECOND IN VIEWER LIFT
"The Big Bang Theory" Adds +5.48 Million Viewers and +2.4 Rating Points
"Elementary," "NCIS" and "Person of Interest" All Add More Than +4 Million Viewers
CBS Leads in Lift Among Viewers, Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54
THE BIG BANG THEORY added +2.4 rating points among adults 18-49 (7.6 from 5.2, +46%) in 7-day DVR playback lift, the most of any broadcast program, according to Nielsen live + 7-day ratings for the week of Sept. 30 - Oct.6.
Among viewers, THE BIG BANG THEORY added +5.48m (23.70m from 18.22m, +30%), the second-most of any program.
ELEMENTARY (+4.82m, 14.20m from 9.38m, +51%), NCIS (+4.24m, 24.22m from 19.98m, +21%) and PERSON OF INTEREST (+4.09m, 16.44m from 12.35m, +33%) all ranked among the programs with the most additional viewership, adding more than four million viewers.
Among adults 18-49, ELEMENTARY gained +1.5 rating points (3.5 from 2.0, +75%), HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER added +1.3 (4.4 from 3.1, +42%), CRIMINAL MINDS gained +1.3 (4.0 from 2.7, +48%), NCIS added +1.2 (4.7 from 3.5, +34%), CSI gained +1.1 (3.2 from 2.1, +52%) and THE CRAZY ONES gained +1.1 (4.0 from 2.9, +38%).
Among networks, CBS added 2.30 million viewers (13.15m from 10.85m, +21%), +0.7 rating points in adults 18-49 (3.2 from 2.5, +28%) and +0.9 rating points in adults 25-54 (4.2 from 3.3, +27%). CBS had the top lift in viewers and adults 25-54 and matched the top lift in adults 18-49.

CBS HAS THE WEEK'S TOP TWO PROGRAMS—"NCIS" AND "THE BIG BANG THEORY"
Network Also Has the Top Seven Scripted Broadcasts and Top New Series
CBS had the week's top two programs - NCIS and THE BIG BANG THEORY – and the top seven scripted broadcasts in viewers - including the #1 new series THE MILLERS – in an atypical week that included four games of the World Series, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending Oct. 27.
CBS had the top seven scripted broadcasts in viewers – NCIS, THE BIG BANG THEORY, NCIS: LOS ANGELES, PERSON OF INTEREST, CRIMINAL MINDS, BLUE BLOODS and THE MILLERS, which was also the week's top new series.
In adults 18-49 and adults 18-34, THE BIG BANG THEORY was the week's top scripted broadcast. In adults 18-49, NCIS was tied as the week's top broadcast drama while THE MILLERS was the week's top new comedy.
CBS Weekly Highlights:
NCIS was first in viewers (18.99m), adults 25-54 (4.3/11) and adults 18-49 (3.0/09). Compared to last week, NCIS added +160,000 viewers (from 18.83m, +1%). NCIS was +0.3 ahead of ABC's "Marvel's Agents of SHIELD" in adults 18-49 (+11%) and +11.59m viewers ahead (+157%).
PERSON OF INTEREST was first in viewers (13.17m), adults 25-54 (3.2/08) and adults 18-49 (2.2/06). PERSON OF INTEREST won its time slot in adults 18-49 for the first time this season. PERSON OF INTEREST posted the time period's best viewers delivery for a regularly scheduled program since Sept. 25, 2012 ("Vegas" series premiere).
The 300th episode of CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION was second in viewers (10.45m), adults 25-54 (2.9/07) and adults 18-49 (2.1/06), behind the World Series. Compared to last week, CSI was up +7% in adults 25-54 (from 2.7/07), +5% in adults 18-49 (from 2.0/06) and added +1.00m viewers (from 9.45m, +11%). CSI posted its largest audience since April 10, 2013, its best adults 25-54 rating since May 15, 2013 and matched the season high in adults 25-54.
THE BIG BANG THEORY (8:00-8:31 PM) was first in viewers (16.99m), adults 25-54 (6.7/19) and adults 18-49 (5.2/16) against the World Series.
ELEMENTARY (10:01-11:00 PM) was up +17% in adults 25-54 (2.7/07 from 2.3/06), +20% in adults 18-49 (1.8/05 from 1.5/04) and added +200,000 viewers (from 8.52m, +2%) compared to last week.
Prime averages are based on the following hours of rated broadcasts in Week #5
CBS – 22 hours
NBC – 21-1/2 hours
ABC – 22 hours
FOX – 19 hours
NATIONAL NIELSEN SUMMARY - PRIMETIME
Week #5 of 2013-2014 Season (ending: 10/27/13) 2013-2014 VIEWERS (000)
CBS 9,448
NBC 7,742
ABC 6,768
FOX 11,352
A25-54 Rtg Sh
CBS 2.7 7
NBC 3.0 8
ABC 2.2 6
FOX 3.8 10
A18-49 Rtg Sh
CBS 1.9 5
NBC 2.4 7
ABC 1.7 5
FOX 3.3 10
NATIONAL NIELSEN SUMMARY - PRIMETIME
SEASON-TO-DATE RATINGS REPORT (9/23/13-10/27/13) 2013-2014 VIEWERS (000)
CBS 11,468
NBC 9,711
ABC 8,336
FOX 8,031
A25-54 Rtg Sh
CBS 3.5 9
NBC 3.7 10
ABC 2.9 7
FOX 3.0 8
A18-49 Rtg Sh
CBS 2.6 8
NBC 3.1 9
ABC 2.4 7
FOX 2.7 8

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" POSTS ITS LARGEST EVER LIVE +3-DAY LIFT IN VIEWERS AND ADULTS 25-54 AND MATCHES BEST ADULTS 18-49 LIFT
"Elementary" Posts Best Ever Live + 3-Day Adult 18-49 Lift
Both Series Add More Than +4 Million Viewers
THE BIG BANG THEORY and ELEMENTARY both posted series high live +3-day DVR playback gains while adding more than +4 million viewers, according to Nielsen live +3-day ratings for Thursday, Oct.3.
THE BIG BANG THEORY added +4.39m viewers (22.61m from 18.22m), +2.2 rating points in adults 25-54 (9.0 from 6.8), +1.9 rating points in adults 18-49 (7.1 from 5.2) from its live plus same day averages. This marks the series largest 3-day lift ever in viewers and adults 25-54 and matched its best lift ever in adults 18-49.
ELEMENTARY added +4.01m viewers (13.39m from 9.38m), +1.6 rating points in adults 25-54 (4.4 from 2.8) and +1.3 rating points in adults 18-49 (3.3 from 2.0). ELEMENTARY posted its best live + 3-day lift in adults 18-49, matched its series best in adults 25-54 lift and posted its second-best viewers lift (behind last week). ELEMENTARY moved from trailing "Scandal" by -1.14m viewers in live plus same day to a +40,000 advantage in live +3-day ratings.

"THE MILLERS" HOLDS 94% OF ITS PREMIERE WEEK ADULT 18-49 RATING AND +96 OF ITS ADULT 25-54 RATING, MORE THAN ANY OTHER NEW SERIES THIS SEASON
"The Millers" Sweeps Time Period in All Key Ratings Categories
"The Big Bang Theory" is the Night's #1 Program in Viewers and Key Demos
"The Crazy Ones" Wins Time Period in Viewers and Adults 25-54
CBS Wins Thursday in Viewers, Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54
THE BIG BANG THEORY was #1 in viewers (17.19m), adults 25-54 (6.7/19) and adults 18-49 (4.9/16). THE BIG BANG THEORY was the night's #1 program in viewers, adults 25-54 and adults 18-49.
For the night, CBS was #1 in viewers (10.99m), adults 25-54 (3.8/10) and adults 18-49 (2.8/08).
Editor's Note: Television viewing on platforms such as DVR, Video-on-Demand and Online streaming continues to grow at a fast pace. Last season during premiere week, Live+7 CBS audiences grew 20% over Live+SD in total viewers, up from 17% in 2012. In A18-49, Live+7 levels grew 29% from Live+SD, up from 23% one year ago. Additionally, many CBS shows experienced as much as a 50% increase in Total Viewers once full 30 day Multi-Platform audiences were accounted for. In an effort to quantify how much non-linear viewing adds to Live+SD audiences, CBS Research will provide estimates for series which will include DVR playback as well as Multi-Platform viewership.

10.16.2013 CBS COMEDIES AT THE TOP OF THE LEADERBOARD
CBS Has Four of the Top Five Comedies in Viewers and Adults 18-49, Including #1
"The Big Bang Theory" "The Crazy Ones," "The Millers" and "Mom" Are the Season's Top Three New Comedies
In a season with the most new fall comedies since 2003-2004, CBS is leading the pack with four of the top five comedies in both viewers and adults 18-49, as well as the top three new comedies in viewers and top two in adults 18-49, according to Nielsen most current ratings for the first three weeks of the season.
THE BIG BANG THEORY is the #1 comedy in both viewers (20.00m) and adults 18-49 (6.0/20), while new comedies THE CRAZY ONES (13.71m) and THE MILLERS (12.41m) rank second and fourth among viewers.
Among adults 18-49, HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER (3.9/11) is ranked third, followed by #4 THE CRAZY ONES (3.6/10) and #5 THE MILLERS (3.2.09).
THE CRAZY ONES, THE MILLERS and MOM rank as the top three new comedies of the season in viewers while THE CRAZY ONES and THE MILLERS rank as the top two in adults 18-49.
All of CBS's comedies deliver more viewers and higher adult 18-49 ratings than FOX's Tuesday comedy lineup and NBC's Thursday comedy block.

EMMY AWARD WINNER BOB NEWHART RETURNS AS PROFESSOR PROTON, ON “THE BIG BANG THEORY,” THURSDAY, NOV. 7
Bill Nye To Guest Star as Himself
Fresh off his Emmy Award win, Bob Newhart returns to THE BIG BANG THEORY as Professor Proton, Sheldon’s favorite childhood hero. In the episode, when Professor Proton (Newhart) contacts Leonard (Johnny Galecki) to ask for help with an experiment, a scorned Sheldon (Jim Parsons) seeks revenge by befriending a rival science TV host, Bill Nye, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Nov. 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

"THE BIG BANG THEORY" HITS NEW VIEWER RECORD
Last Night's 8:30 PM Broadcast Adjusted Upward, Making It the Show's Most-Watched Episode Ever with 20.44 Million Viewers
Last night's special 8:30 PM broadcast of THE BIG BANG THEORY has been adjusted upward, making it its most watched episode ever, according to Nielsen updated ratings for Thursday, Sept. 26.
From 8:30-9:00 PM, THE BIG BANG THEORY averaged a record-setting 20.44m million viewers, eclipsing the 20.0 million viewers for the Jan. 10, 2013 broadcast. Key demographics were adjusted upward as well, climbing to 6.1/18 in adults 18-49 and 8.0/20 in adults 25-54.

Entertainment Weekly short article about the show's return

From deadline.com:
The first 2013 Primetime Emmy Awards were handed out this afternoon at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremony at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles.
The Guest Actor/Actress categories were the highlight of the ceremony with emotional wins for comedy great Bob Newhart, who snagged his first Emmy for The Big Bang Theory, Dan Bucatinsky (Scandal), Melissa Leo (Louie) and Carrie Preston (The Good Wife).
Outstanding Guest Actor In A Comedy Series
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Bob Newhart as Arthur Jeffries/Professor Proton
Tears of joy rolled down the cheeks of the iconic Bob Newhart, who finally won an Emmy after seven nominations for his guest stint on CBS’ The Big Bang Theory. Greeted onstage by a standing ovation, an overcome Newhart warned Creative Arts producer Spike Jones he would not comply with the 45-second acceptance rule. “Spike, I’m gonna need a little more time with this,” he said. “This is my seventh shot at this.” Newhart then acknowledged his wife of 50 years, proving “there are long marriages in show business.” He also named his four children and mentioned how he worked for 14 years “at a wonderful place called MTM. And now I’m working at a wonderful place called Big Bang Theory.” He concluded by thanking the show’s cast “who really threw themselves on the sword for me.” Newhart was not drowned out by music; he cut himself off.
Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video Control For A Series
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James L. Hitchcock, Camera
John Pierre Dechene, Camera
Brian (Army) Armstrong, Camera
Devin Atwood, Camera
Mark Davison, Camera
John D. O’Brien, Video Control

Big Bang Theory is nominated for an Emmy this year for Outstanding Comedy Series. Jim Parsons (Sheldon) is nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, and Mayim Bialik (Amy) is nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. The Emmys air September 22 2013 at 5:00pm on CBS.

Kelly Cuoco (Penny) will be honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2014.

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