The Big Bang Theory

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Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 24, 2007
Season #: 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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  1. sotptf
    Sep 27, 2012
    10
    100th Monkey Phenomenon with a Bang! [PART I: Answers]

    The Game:
    Can you recognize the personalities and characters of those from the tv show The Big Bang Theory?

    Best Answers:

    1. Penny, a blonde waitress, natural genius at chess (
  2. jono1701
    Aug 27, 2012
    10
    As a self confessed geek, this show is just hilarious. The jokes are not mean or cruel, they just have an element of truth in them, situations or character traits are often taken to the extreme of course, which always makes for the best comedy.
  3. TheQuietGamer
    Aug 8, 2012
    8
    A hilarious show with well thought out characters and episodes. Although the jokes about nerd culture won't appeal to all, and the sex references seem out of place it's a show I can recommend. And has me dying to watch season 2.
  4. bkrocks29
    Jul 29, 2012
    9
    This show is HILARIOUS. I was laughing my butt off because it is so funny. I'd say that this show is for maybe 12 and up. It is truly a great show and one that will be one of the greats in my book :)
  5. mgyukeri
    Jul 10, 2012
    1
    Atrociously overhyped. People who say they are nerds told me that I'd love this show. Honestly, The BIg Bang Theory is blackface for nerds. It's insulting to people who love geeky stuff, and to women in general, considering Penny is only there for the male characters to treat her like an alien because that's what the writers think people who are nerds do. How is this funny? JustAtrociously overhyped. People who say they are nerds told me that I'd love this show. Honestly, The BIg Bang Theory is blackface for nerds. It's insulting to people who love geeky stuff, and to women in general, considering Penny is only there for the male characters to treat her like an alien because that's what the writers think people who are nerds do. How is this funny? Just because you play a laugh track after every line doesn't mean it'll be the funniest thing ever.… Expand
  6. watithink123
    Jun 17, 2012
    8
    The Big Bang Theory is a funny, geeky and smart. Full of funny references from comic, movie and video games witch will make you laugh and some lol moments. The Big Bang Theory Season 1 8.1/10
  7. helloyou
    Jun 10, 2012
    0
    This show attracts the worst kind of fanbase: pretentious smart people who think they're better than everyone, dumb people who laugh at anything that sounds funny or "weird", and people who think that they turn smart by watching this show. And for what? A show with the worst laughtrack ever that laughs at inappropriate times? I remember a clip where the audience was howling with laughterThis show attracts the worst kind of fanbase: pretentious smart people who think they're better than everyone, dumb people who laugh at anything that sounds funny or "weird", and people who think that they turn smart by watching this show. And for what? A show with the worst laughtrack ever that laughs at inappropriate times? I remember a clip where the audience was howling with laughter when he told Penny that he was playing SM64 on an emulator. Is that really a joke? This show does not get its laughs from good writing, it gets its laughs from the characters being wacky and unorthodox. That is just some plebeian **** right there I'm sorry, but if you watch this show, then you the worst kind of person.… Expand
  8. Syntex
    Jun 1, 2012
    3
    I'll just say it out loud. This show appeals to people who think they're smart because they "get" the scientific references or, as one might call them, jokes. Unforunately most of these fall totally flat and the added laugh track doesn't help. Quite the contrary, in my opinion it just reinforces the thought of this show being catered to not so smart people who have to be told when a jokeI'll just say it out loud. This show appeals to people who think they're smart because they "get" the scientific references or, as one might call them, jokes. Unforunately most of these fall totally flat and the added laugh track doesn't help. Quite the contrary, in my opinion it just reinforces the thought of this show being catered to not so smart people who have to be told when a joke was made. The actors are pretty bad in their delivery, I'm not surprised we don't see these people in any others works. The sheldon character is particularly badly played, with every line being so over the top it's just bafflin to me how this can be appealing. Also I don't see a lot of comedic talent in these actors, the delivery is usually very flat and emotionless. I get how the jokes are supposed to be funny but most of the times they just aren't. Occasionally a joke works but even then it's just mildly funny. I know the show because sometimes I sit through an episode with my flat mates, who like it. If you're looking for a decent sitcom, watch the first five seasons of Scrubs.… Expand
  9. xlogan123
    May 24, 2012
    1
    I heard so much hype about this show that I decided to give it a shot and watched maybe 5 episodes with the hopes that it might improve. I honestly didn't find it entertaining in the least, much less, funny. I consider myself a geek in a lot of respects so I thought I could empathize with the characters, but they're at best just stereotypical characters making for stale entertainment. TheI heard so much hype about this show that I decided to give it a shot and watched maybe 5 episodes with the hopes that it might improve. I honestly didn't find it entertaining in the least, much less, funny. I consider myself a geek in a lot of respects so I thought I could empathize with the characters, but they're at best just stereotypical characters making for stale entertainment. The creators don't seem to see that understanding references to geek/nerd culture does't and and of itself make the show appealing to geeks and nerds. I don't mean to make a broad generalization here, but the friends of mine who do enjoy this show are the ones who have high thresholds for offensive content (i.e.: the idea that women will stop being rational and forgive your wrongs if you give them a tiara) and are typically thought of as the daft ones in the group, though, they don't identify as geeks or nerds either.… Expand
  10. Elliiot123
    May 8, 2012
    7
    The first series gets off to a shaky start, but as the series gets deeper into the lives of the characters, you get to know them a lot more which helps with the humour in the sitcom.
  11. ETV
    Apr 21, 2012
    10
    Love This Show. The first season is a lot better than other shows. You have to watch.... You'll be addicted. I adore Sheldon... And of course his relationship with Penny. It just gets better
  12. Pb200
    Apr 17, 2012
    10
    I give this show an A+ 10/10 because it is soooooo funny. I mean who doesnt love horny geeks trying to get a hot girl, and having one geek have so many querks is the best. My favorite sean is season 4.
  13. spittle43
    Apr 8, 2012
    0
    This isnt comedy. This show is not funny in the slightest. And its not because im not clever enough to get the jokes, its because there are hardly any jokes in it, and whem one does finally come along, its the opposite of funny. Is there even a plot? I cannot believe the number of people that actually swallow this garbage.
  14. procritic
    Apr 2, 2012
    10
    Chuck Lorre is an absolute legend at least when it comes to this show. The actors also giving star performances. Only one complaint: although there is constant whining from the protagonists that their social and intellectual status prevents them from any physical relations that does not seem to be the case!
  15. fanguychris
    Mar 17, 2012
    9
    A very funny show. Many people will pass this off as just another American sit com and they will be right to some extent, but The Big Bang Theory is solidly written, acted and executed. The characters are very funny with Jim Parsons as Sheldon being the highlight and overall its a great tv show that you'll have a lot of laughs with
  16. VisserEight
    Mar 9, 2012
    0
    juxtapositions: the show
    horrendous jokes, cliched characters, uninteresting plot and an out of control laugh-track that forces the lesser minded audience (which is to say, 90% of them) to laugh every 2 minutes, I don't think I have ever seen a more unfunny show in my entire life.
  17. stargategod1989
    Mar 7, 2012
    10
    I personally love this show and i cant wait each week for it to come out, i love the charecters i find them witty, funny, and wierd. The show breaks from the norm and makes it own territory
  18. Vincer
    Mar 5, 2012
    3
    A surprisingly overrated show. In one entire episode I might have laughed twice, at best. Maybe it's because all I hear is people talking about show and, in turn, has rubbed me the wrong way or maybe it's the fact that I hang out with nerds, so watching a show about nerds and even more confusing to the average viewer, nerd jargon, it just doesn't appeal to me. The show desperately needs aA surprisingly overrated show. In one entire episode I might have laughed twice, at best. Maybe it's because all I hear is people talking about show and, in turn, has rubbed me the wrong way or maybe it's the fact that I hang out with nerds, so watching a show about nerds and even more confusing to the average viewer, nerd jargon, it just doesn't appeal to me. The show desperately needs a better writter. The jokes are not funny, the acting is atrocious and worst of all, every character is stereotyped. Nerds aren't necessarily awkward, but they are in this show. This show deserves the Most Overrated Show of the Year... For 2011, that is. 3/10.… Expand
  19. khan2705
    Mar 5, 2012
    6
    I will be very honest, as much as the characters in this show are very amusing, funny and comes off as hilarious in many places, the whole show entirely however is not very funny. The whole science/comic book nerds idea and their interactions with the real world and people should have been plain funny but the show relays so much on cheap jokes, bullying, stereotypes and overuse of the sameI will be very honest, as much as the characters in this show are very amusing, funny and comes off as hilarious in many places, the whole show entirely however is not very funny. The whole science/comic book nerds idea and their interactions with the real world and people should have been plain funny but the show relays so much on cheap jokes, bullying, stereotypes and overuse of the same old cliched laughs tactics. I think its 10 times better than Two and a Half Men but worst than the much funnier New Girl. I still find some parts of the show funny and nice to actually to sit everyday and finish this show and that includes the character of Sheldon Cooper.… Expand
  20. Psyco6
    Feb 26, 2012
    1
    This show should be renamed stereotypes because that's all this idiotic show relies on, stupid stereotypes that are extremely off and things that have nothing to do with geeks,nerds, or what ever you want to call them. cliche's that have been done to death since since the 80's and if just stupid. The addition of the blonde drunken slut across the hall just makes it worse. The laugh trackThis show should be renamed stereotypes because that's all this idiotic show relies on, stupid stereotypes that are extremely off and things that have nothing to do with geeks,nerds, or what ever you want to call them. cliche's that have been done to death since since the 80's and if just stupid. The addition of the blonde drunken slut across the hall just makes it worse. The laugh track is more over-used and just makes this show even worse.… Expand
  21. Odessa70
    Feb 17, 2012
    3
    I tried hard to watch this show based on what everyone else haas said about it, but I couldn't make it past the first part. The laughter was forced and the dialogue was generic almost to overly mishap the relationships between the "nerds." This is bad example of tryingto get the geek culture into mainstream.
  22. i_L_Gunnerz
    Feb 10, 2012
    8
    it's fun and time flies by when you watch . that's all i want from a TV series . it's not as 'epic' as FRIENDS or a Bat Watch or CSI , but it's simple and fun , nothing more , nothing less :)
  23. andremp
    Feb 3, 2012
    0
    This show is entirely unrealistic but not in a good way. It relies on a cliched and offensive view of "geeks" & intelligent people that is entirely inaccurate. Being smart doesn't make you socially inept or prone to deliver corny & obvious science jokes. That said, a lot of people think this is how smart people behave. I guess you can't blame Chuck Lorre for pandering to that demographic.
  24. RonaldOVOXO
    Feb 1, 2012
    10
    I Love this show best show since prison break. funny jokes, funy punch lines and best sitcom that ever set foot on the television franchise make more seasons until i die
  25. Scraper
    Jan 27, 2012
    0
    If you like this, you have no soul. Fodder for the cheeseburger, trailer park trash public. Guy below me writes "Although it feels like the jokes are repeated" still gives it a 10. Shows you how much people really care about what goes into their eye holes. Stupid rednecks.
  26. thecriticguy
    Jan 24, 2012
    10
    I used to only watch scrubs and two and a half men, but then I saw the big bang theory. Since I first saw that glorious episode I have been hooked by their hilarious, nerdy and just plain strange life ever since.
  27. Guido
    Jan 22, 2012
    10
    This show shows the appetite of the masses is for junk food.Just a lame show with canned laughter which makes it even worse. Bring back Archie Bunker or the Honeymooners.. They were funny..
  28. ghorahn
    Jan 6, 2012
    3
    Don't be fooled by the physicist characters and their occasional academic talk....this show is pretty low-brow. Sometimes the main characters are true-to-form, other times they just feel like stereotypes. And sometimes the show gives you Married With Children-style raunch. Come to think of it, there's a lot of that.
  29. shraavan1
    Jan 6, 2012
    10
    The Best Comedy Show Ever... Even Better than F.R.I.E.N.D.S. in many cases...........................................................................................................
  30. javis10
    Dec 14, 2011
    10
    Not really my favourite season, but is just fun. It has a fresh story and is well perfomed. I just doubt that any other TV serie can be better than this. Cute and funny.
  31. biscuitboy46
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    I can not stop laughing. This show is hilarious. The characters are appealing and the science jokes are original. One of the funniest shows to come along.
  32. TiagoRPGfan
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    eally great as ever sheldon and his friends is more cool and funny than ever i really like it. Leonard Penny Raj ,Howard,sheldon,amy,bernaddet,miss cooper
  33. soireeduthe
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The people that don't like this show don't understand its more subtle jokes and references, which are almost continual. I honestly wouldn't enjoy it if I didn't appreciate these, although the writers have an amazing fund of nerdy knowledge, so more are probably lost on me as well. The science is surprisingly usually accurate and I'm impressed at the delivery by actors who I am sure aren'tThe people that don't like this show don't understand its more subtle jokes and references, which are almost continual. I honestly wouldn't enjoy it if I didn't appreciate these, although the writers have an amazing fund of nerdy knowledge, so more are probably lost on me as well. The science is surprisingly usually accurate and I'm impressed at the delivery by actors who I am sure aren't always familiar with the content.… Expand
  34. Fraternity
    Oct 23, 2011
    3
    A fresh idea but executed poorly. Pandering to masses, BBT explains in excruciating detail any reference to geek or pop culture and eventually becomes just another sitcom. Over use of laugh track detracts from actual jokes, while many of its characters rely on the same gimmick far too often.
  35. Alecino
    Oct 7, 2011
    10
    This is totally the funniest show on TV. Sometimes the jokes seem repeated, but they're still funny. Sheldon makes me laugh my ass out. Raj, Howard, Leonard, and Penny are also funny. The way Raj and Howard react to Leonard's mom accusing them of being in a homosexual relationship seems a little homophobic to me, but other than that, this is a Chuck Lorre masterpiece.
  36. IMBadger1976
    Oct 5, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best imported comedy series currently on British TV. Hopefully the show writers will push the whole SHAMY relationship as there is a truly rich vein of materail here for the picking!… Expand
  37. jemend
    Oct 3, 2011
    10
    It's understandable that many many people doesn't understand the a huge part of the show, indeed at the begining they used to make more complex scientific jokes, but now they decided to make it more simple. I'm agree with JamesU when he says: "This is a wonderfully written comedy, if you understand the science behind it"
  38. Sonia
    Sep 29, 2011
    10
    Big band theory is a wonderful show....I love mostly Jim parson and kunal nayyar...I hate the girl and his boyfriend in the whole show..they should learn more acting...the other guy with kunal nayyar is cool too!
  39. waki
    Sep 3, 2011
    9
    Honestly this show may not have the quality that some people want, but it cannot be more entertaining. You cannot deny that it is funny and enjoyable. Also, if you actually do or don't understand it, it's still funny, but if you do understand it, it's funnier, but it becomes more like a lol wow I'm pathetic funny. For me since I understand like half the sciencey stuff I can safely say thatHonestly this show may not have the quality that some people want, but it cannot be more entertaining. You cannot deny that it is funny and enjoyable. Also, if you actually do or don't understand it, it's still funny, but if you do understand it, it's funnier, but it becomes more like a lol wow I'm pathetic funny. For me since I understand like half the sciencey stuff I can safely say that when you understand it, it's funnier.… Expand
  40. BrittanyLee
    Aug 10, 2011
    10
    This is one of my favorite shows as a student. Many people don't really understand the humor incorporated into this TV show, but that doesn't give you a right to say it's a bad show. Think about it this way, you're still in grade school and still innocently pure and one day someone tells a dirty joke and everybody laughs. Now, you don't get it, and you automatically perceive it as a "badThis is one of my favorite shows as a student. Many people don't really understand the humor incorporated into this TV show, but that doesn't give you a right to say it's a bad show. Think about it this way, you're still in grade school and still innocently pure and one day someone tells a dirty joke and everybody laughs. Now, you don't get it, and you automatically perceive it as a "bad joke" because you couldn't get the punch line. That's all I have to say about the humor. I, myself, honestly love it. It's very unique and has its own taste unlike the generic running gags of the many other sitcoms that exist.

    Now, I have some things to say about the poorly written reviews given by the critics.

    Maureen Ryan; Hi. I'm sorry, but does every TV Show have to be about characters who love each other all the time? In every little clique out there, and this is the truth, there has to be that ONE person we all hate. Dane Cook even said it himself. It's what makes everything funnier. We all pick at the guy, we laugh and make jokes behind his back, because as human beings we take joy in stepping on others. I'm not saying it's the right thing to do, but it's the truth right? And it's funny, admit it. It's just a show with a character with a very unusual personality that contrasts the popular opinion on the sleek, funny guy who says the best punchlines and dirty jokes. I personally believe Sheldon was one of the reasons why this show is a success!

    To Alan Sepinwall and Mike Duffy, I'm pretty sure the both of you choose the books with the best covers to read unless they're timeless classics or are critically acclaimed. TV Shows are like books. You can't judge them by their pilot episode. Remember that before you write a one line review that doesn't help define the interior of what you hated in the show. Sure, first impressions last, but do all the greatest people on Earth start out with an amazing background, family life, and education? Are you saying that because the pilot was uninteresting to you, you just automatically decide the show couldn't improve? Or that the writers have a surprise for you? Mr. Duffy, if you actually continued to watch the show before writing your first review, you would know that Jim Parson's characters doesn't even lust after Kaley Cuoco's character. But you didn't! Because you, like Mr. Sepinwall, judged The Big Bang Theory by its pilot and hated it. I sure hope you don't do that for all the TV Shows you review. What could be the greatest shows on earth don't deserve the low ratings they have based on one little pilot.

    Don't get the humor? That's cool, this show is probably a little to intellectual for your taste. Offensive and stereotypical? Um, mostly all shows are offensive and stereotypical. There's going to be offensive stuff out there in the world. You can't stop satirical comedy. Just deal with it. The Big Bang Theory really can't be compared to any other show. It's its own genre, its own kind of humor, and its own lovable characters.    … Expand
  41. ImUnavailable
    Jul 1, 2011
    5
    Fans of the show can easily dismiss those who dislike it by saying that they don't get the humor and the references. I did but I still didn't enjoy it. The execution of these nerd jokes are particularly poor, with the show constantly telling us to laugh because the nerd said something nerdy. As I said before, I understood the references but the show didn't do anything with them. It justFans of the show can easily dismiss those who dislike it by saying that they don't get the humor and the references. I did but I still didn't enjoy it. The execution of these nerd jokes are particularly poor, with the show constantly telling us to laugh because the nerd said something nerdy. As I said before, I understood the references but the show didn't do anything with them. It just points to them without using them effectively. Just because you get a joke doesn't make it funny.… Expand
  42. tvtvtv
    Jun 14, 2011
    7
    not bad first season. watch it and get introduced to the characters.
    it will help if you know some science too. wait for the next couple of seasons. you won't be disappointed.
  43. Hinox
    Jun 11, 2011
    9
    No està malament, sobretot les bromes relacionades amb la física (malhauradament no tothom les entendrà), però a mesura que passen les temporades la qualitat de la sèrie descendeix.
  44. joyrex
    Mar 24, 2011
    4
    The first two seasons are borderline good/average, but afterwards it's just a downward spiral to boredom, geek/nerd cliches and bad jokes, they should make the show less Sheldon-centric and give more space to something else.
  45. anonreview
    Mar 14, 2011
    9
    An eight or a nine- what to give? The Big Bang Theory never fails to amuse. Not only are the main characters genius, but so are the writers. Some of the one-liner quotable quotes of the Big Bang Theory are nothing short of hilarious. In terms of plot and character, this show has room to improve, and I am often annoyed at some of the unresolved endings to story lines, but everythingAn eight or a nine- what to give? The Big Bang Theory never fails to amuse. Not only are the main characters genius, but so are the writers. Some of the one-liner quotable quotes of the Big Bang Theory are nothing short of hilarious. In terms of plot and character, this show has room to improve, and I am often annoyed at some of the unresolved endings to story lines, but everything aside, this show is FUNNY. Entertainment of the best kind!… Expand
  46. Juggernaut
    Mar 8, 2011
    10
    An extremely smart show, the jokes sometimes are repeated, but delivers a good laugh. The actors are great. The plot is funny. Very smart dialogues. An smart comedy show for smart people.
  47. lomomolo
    Mar 2, 2011
    2
    What a great idea I thought at first. Finally a comedy with smart people... but it is ruined by the annoying blond, repeated jokes and cliches. The best thing about this sitcom is the opening song.
  48. Kynareth5000XD
    Jan 20, 2011
    10
    This is my now my favourite show, the comic genius of Chuck Lore is absolutely limitless, the references back to the classic sci-fi and fantasy and how they typically represent the nerdy comic collectors is just brilliant.
  49. Daddais
    Jan 9, 2011
    9
    The dialogues are funny, and are supervised by real physicists.
    The plot is nothing exceptional, but all together, the world nerd, the girl next door, and the brilliant minds of the characters, make this show unique.

    Sheldon's character is brilliant.
  50. thechuchulainn
    Dec 25, 2010
    10
    Sad that this show has a lower rating then that dreck that calls itself "how I met your mother".

    Fascinatingly, people seem to like either BBT or HIMYM, but not the other... MelS for example. I take the opposite side. To ChrisC and others sharing his viewpoint: obviously you haven't met as many nerds as the show's creators seem to have met. I, for example, share Sheldon's bafflement    Sad that this show has a lower rating then that dreck that calls itself "how I met your mother".

    Fascinatingly, people seem to like either BBT or HIMYM, but not the other... MelS for example. I take the opposite side.

    To ChrisC and others sharing his viewpoint: obviously you haven't met as many nerds as the show's creators seem to have met. I, for example, share Sheldon's bafflement at social mores and emotions. It's either that or you really are too stupid to get the jokes. An indictment of the american education system, indeed.    … Expand
  51. OscarPicks2010
    Dec 19, 2010
    10
    The first and second season demonstrates how even a geeky, nerdy, and sex-desperate bunch of guys can be hella fun. The Big Bang Theory shows more promise than any other sitcoms out there right now. The show gave Jim Parsons a chance to show off his unlikable but likable at the same time, face. What a great show!
  52. rabbitbert
    Dec 13, 2010
    9
    The Big Bang Theory is the easily the best and funniest sitcom since a long time. It has new ideas, has something for geeks but also normal viewers (I showed it to friends who are in no way a geek shown in TBBT) and almost every scene is absolutely funny. Sometimes jaw-dropping funny. Sitting there and thinking: "Did he really say what I just heard?"
    The first season shows something new,    The Big Bang Theory is the easily the best and funniest sitcom since a long time. It has new ideas, has something for geeks but also normal viewers (I showed it to friends who are in no way a geek shown in TBBT) and almost every scene is absolutely funny. Sometimes jaw-dropping funny. Sitting there and thinking: "Did he really say what I just heard?"
    The first season shows something new, the next seasons are even better.
    I can accept that some people may have a problem with the geeky stuff, the long sentences and to understand what is meant, but I cannot accept that this is not funny at all. Those who write that just want to put the ratings down. Really, nothing more than that. How can one give less than 5 points for this? Sorry, I won't see which sitcoms you rate higher.
    Sheldon is the most intimidating geek ever seen on TV, the others are not far behind. The only issue I have at the moment is that most jokes base on sexual relationships or intersexual behaviour.

    Some episodes are almost classics. Great unique episodes you will never forget and you do not experience watching other sitcoms.    … Expand
  53. GavGav96
    Dec 3, 2010
    8
    When compared to such sitcoms as 'Friends', this refreshing piece of work may not seem so emotionally gripping, however 'The Big Bang Theory' has enough originality, side-splitting jokes, and bravery in surprising the viewer in a humorous fashion.
  54. DragonsInSpace
    Nov 25, 2010
    0
    The least funny show on TV. Surpasses Two and a Half Men, which I believe is created by the same people, by a mile in terms of unfunniness. My parents... Oh Lawdy, how can they think this is funny at all?
  55. RadarE33
    Nov 18, 2010
    3
    Big Bang Theory is a so called "comedy" that stars 4 socially retarded "geniuses" that thrive on being completely stupid socially and performing intellectual masturbation repeatedly during any given episode. The jokes in the show all center around geek/nerd culture and the aforementioned intellectual masturbation of the four characters; 90% of the time, the jokes miss the funny boatBig Bang Theory is a so called "comedy" that stars 4 socially retarded "geniuses" that thrive on being completely stupid socially and performing intellectual masturbation repeatedly during any given episode. The jokes in the show all center around geek/nerd culture and the aforementioned intellectual masturbation of the four characters; 90% of the time, the jokes miss the funny boat completely and just come across as stupid and mean spirited. None of the characters are remotely likable, and the stories that the writers come up with are just garbage. How this show is liked is beyond me.… Expand
  56. Nas
    Nov 15, 2010
    10
    hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaahha! that is all I would like to say about The Big Bang Theory :D
  57. fantasy
    Nov 9, 2010
    10
    Can this show get any funnier? I even laugh when I hear Howard's mother screaming from another room. I laugh from start to finish as this ensemble cast is simply the best. The writers on this series earn their payday and then some as each line is funnier than the next. I do miss it not being on Monday with those other strong comedy shows. I do not watch the other shows on Thursday.
  58. austinbond
    Sep 23, 2010
    10
    Although it can sometimes feel like jokes are repeated, the show is a shining example of geek culture, full of funny comic, movie and video game references that young people, like me, will lap up.
  59. pleckstrin
    Sep 6, 2010
    10
    Terrific ensemble cast, clever writing and an awesome lead in Jim Parsons. Well deserved Emmy Jim. BTW, I have a PhD and am well-published in scientific journals. This is one of the preferred shows on TV for most of my colleagues. The science is good! The Schroedinger's box episode was priceless. The writers don't dwell overlong on the intricacies of science so as not to make it too dullTerrific ensemble cast, clever writing and an awesome lead in Jim Parsons. Well deserved Emmy Jim. BTW, I have a PhD and am well-published in scientific journals. This is one of the preferred shows on TV for most of my colleagues. The science is good! The Schroedinger's box episode was priceless. The writers don't dwell overlong on the intricacies of science so as not to make it too dull for the average viewer.… Expand
  60. theboywonder
    Sep 2, 2010
    10
    Starts off slow but picks up really quick with very good humor and funny characters. Sheldon Cooper is one of the funniest characters on Television. The show has everything for everyone
  61. dbakker007
    Sep 1, 2010
    10
    Honestly, this is the funniest show I have ever seen. It has replaced The Office as my favorite comedy. All of the characters bring their own unique personality and loads of humor to the show.
  62. svande8952
    Aug 30, 2010
    0
    This is a terrible piece of trash. Do not watch this unfunny steaming pile of junk. How this won an Emmy is a mystery, canned laughs, junk dialogue, flat characters....what more could you want?
  63. BowsAndArrows
    Aug 13, 2010
    3
    I'm sorry but there is something seriously, fundamentally, achingly, scarily wrong with that 8.2. I'm actually literally scared for the well being of myself and this country.
  64. JeremyGiam
    May 24, 2010
    10
    Obviously the humour in this show does not appeal to reviewers but let me tell u this show has one of the best "Nerd Humour" ever.
  65. ShaneMitchell
    Apr 16, 2010
    10
    I've enjoyed most every episode I've seen of the show. Though it is based on an old joke I still find it entertaining enough to keep me tuning in every week. I find myself laughing out loud multiple times pretty much every episode. Though I must admit I would probably have rated this show about a 7 since it's not that original but I felt a 10 helps to better balance out I've enjoyed most every episode I've seen of the show. Though it is based on an old joke I still find it entertaining enough to keep me tuning in every week. I find myself laughing out loud multiple times pretty much every episode. Though I must admit I would probably have rated this show about a 7 since it's not that original but I felt a 10 helps to better balance out those who gave it 0s, a score it certainly does not deserve!… Expand
  66. zippyjet
    Apr 14, 2010
    7
    Nerd is obsessed by hottie blonde former cheerleader. Nerd gets to roll in the hay with said hottie blonde former cheerleader. It shows there is some sense of justice in this world. The characters are funny and I wish they'd have an episode where Howard's mother actually is on camera. Big Bang loses points because of that horrible theme song. Why did they have to hire the Bare Nerd is obsessed by hottie blonde former cheerleader. Nerd gets to roll in the hay with said hottie blonde former cheerleader. It shows there is some sense of justice in this world. The characters are funny and I wish they'd have an episode where Howard's mother actually is on camera. Big Bang loses points because of that horrible theme song. Why did they have to hire the Bare Naked Ladies? This untalented group would do better performing a theme song for a Gay centric TV show on NBC.… Expand
  67. JustinM
    Apr 10, 2010
    9
    Intelligent, science jokes are a welcome break from the typical mindless plebeian jokes seen on virtually every other sitcom now and in the past, beside perhaps Frasier - in fact, thinking on it, The Big Bang Theory is a less pretentious Frasier for the science inclined.
  68. ChrisJ
    Apr 1, 2010
    8
    I like how all of the reviews are either 10s or 0s. This show is entertaining. They hooked me on the characters. I live in L.A. and consider myself a nerd so I guess that makes it more digestible for me. Sure, the show is on a set and formulaic but I find it entertaining. If the show was just about Sheldon I'd watch just that. Jim Parsons is amazing. It is cleverly written to appeal I like how all of the reviews are either 10s or 0s. This show is entertaining. They hooked me on the characters. I live in L.A. and consider myself a nerd so I guess that makes it more digestible for me. Sure, the show is on a set and formulaic but I find it entertaining. If the show was just about Sheldon I'd watch just that. Jim Parsons is amazing. It is cleverly written to appeal to the masses, and although I'm the more cerebral type, and like off-beat humor like Curb or AD, sometimes I don't want to think and just LOL. This show does that for me.… Expand
  69. Connor
    Mar 23, 2010
    0
    Terrible show! i get that they are nerds buy there not smart or funny this show should be banished from history.
  70. NickyB
    Feb 20, 2010
    10
    Absolutely awesome, watched the pilot and was hooked, made my bf watch it and we are seriously ADDICTED!!!every episode just gets better and better....VIVA BIG BANG!!! P.S. To those banging on the stereotype card: Maybe you should consider that a show like this actually makes people see a different side of those so-called-stereotypes or maybe its just me that see it that way.
  71. AndrewS
    Feb 18, 2010
    9
    Favorite comedy on tv right now. Started watching when HIMYM started to go downhill/get old and almost immediately wished I had been watching all along.
  72. SayedM
    Jan 26, 2010
    10
    If they tell me there will be only one show on tv ... i want it to be the big bang theory.
  73. MarkH
    Jan 20, 2010
    9
    This is the best current show on televisions. The dynamic between the characters is great.
  74. JamesP
    Jan 17, 2010
    10
    I don't like the laugh track but I find the show to be clever and intelligent.
  75. MichelleT
    Jan 14, 2010
    10
    I love this show and every episode I always find myself laughing.
  76. MelS
    Jan 11, 2010
    0
    I get the jokes they just aren't even close to funny.
  77. jacks
    Jan 11, 2010
    0
    Anyone who says this show is over anyones head clearly doesn't see the complete lack of originality in the premise of this show. Nerds love Star Trek, Star Wars and are afraid of girls?!! Wow how original! I have never seen this joke made before! Please what a joke! That is the best joke this show has made, thinking that this is in anyway highbrow humor or a new premise. This Anyone who says this show is over anyones head clearly doesn't see the complete lack of originality in the premise of this show. Nerds love Star Trek, Star Wars and are afraid of girls?!! Wow how original! I have never seen this joke made before! Please what a joke! That is the best joke this show has made, thinking that this is in anyway highbrow humor or a new premise. This isn't even a fresh spin on an old premise, which I would even welcome if it meant this show was off the air.… Expand
  78. MS
    Jan 11, 2010
    0
    I can't believe this show made it past the initial 13 episode order. Tired jokes, tired premise and just lame all around. It tries hard to be that comedy that people cal the "if you don't get it you just aren't smart enough show" but fails miserably. While Frasier, Arrested Development and others were very successful in this arena Bang just falls flat. I don't I can't believe this show made it past the initial 13 episode order. Tired jokes, tired premise and just lame all around. It tries hard to be that comedy that people cal the "if you don't get it you just aren't smart enough show" but fails miserably. While Frasier, Arrested Development and others were very successful in this arena Bang just falls flat. I don't understand how the whole "nerds are only good at being nerds and are afraid of girls and social interactions" thing is still supposed to be funny but apparently people find this tired old premise funny for some reason or another. Just dumb, boring and completely humorless. This show lacks any originality and wastes the talent of otherwise good actors.… Expand
  79. AnonymousMC
    Dec 29, 2009
    10
    One of the best shpws on TV. Very Funny. I ewad the rating of the Chicago Tribune. Now we know why The Chicago Tribune is going out of business: They are not atuned to the real world.
  80. JeffL
    Dec 10, 2009
    10
    The situational comedy with the most jocoseness currently crossing the airwaves.
  81. JT
    Dec 1, 2009
    9
    Superbly hilarious. The creator's other show, Two & A Half Men, never really made me laugh. After watching The Big Bang Theory, I was in stitches.
  82. JonK
    Nov 28, 2009
    10
    It is now apparent that Chuck Lorre is the new "King Midas" of network TV. I became a fan of Two and a Half Men about 3 years ago, got caught up via the DVD's and still love it. I started watching this occasionally, and it grew on me, I went back and watched the first 2 seasons on DVD so I knew I hadn't missed a thing. Johnny Galecki and Jim Parsons are brilliant in this show. It is now apparent that Chuck Lorre is the new "King Midas" of network TV. I became a fan of Two and a Half Men about 3 years ago, got caught up via the DVD's and still love it. I started watching this occasionally, and it grew on me, I went back and watched the first 2 seasons on DVD so I knew I hadn't missed a thing. Johnny Galecki and Jim Parsons are brilliant in this show. The writing is great too, and I couldn't imagine anyone playing the role of Sheldon as well as Parsons does it. Perfect timing, great delivery. Plain and simple, this show does what it sets out to do; make you laugh. Thank you Chuck Lorre!!… Expand
  83. LongN
    Nov 13, 2009
    10
    The show's portrayal of true geekery is dead on and the jokes requires geek knowledge or at least exposure to true geekdom to understand. The fact that some of the "professional" reviewers rated the show so low, and their reviews, shows that they have no idea what they're talking about. Obviously, the real comedy in the show is going right over their heads.
  84. JoAnneB
    Nov 7, 2009
    10
    My husband and I and our 11 and 13 year old daughters have rented Season 1 and 2 three times now and watch it again and again and it just keeps getting better and funnier. Smart and funny!
  85. VictorO
    Oct 22, 2009
    9
    Best new sitcom on TV at the moment. This sort of show (which alienates as many as it embraces) is bound to divide critics. Not surprisingly, the fans give it high scores.... and... yes... I'm a fan!
  86. TomB
    Oct 20, 2009
    9
    Critics can pound sand. This is a great show.
  87. FerdB
    Oct 18, 2009
    0
    Think "Nerdface" -- as in "Blackface" Insulting on several levels, predictable, 30 years out of date, intensely not funny. Feeds into offensive stereotypes rather than trying to explode them. I can extrapolate the entire series based on the pilot -- or just on the character descriptions. This review is based on the pilot and two other episodes late in the first season. If since Think "Nerdface" -- as in "Blackface" Insulting on several levels, predictable, 30 years out of date, intensely not funny. Feeds into offensive stereotypes rather than trying to explode them. I can extrapolate the entire series based on the pilot -- or just on the character descriptions. This review is based on the pilot and two other episodes late in the first season. If since repremanded my TiVo for this -- it will not happen again.… Expand
  88. joeyl.
    Oct 4, 2009
    10
    Lets give it up for Sheldon's laugh!
  89. steviej.
    Oct 4, 2009
    10
    It is only funny to the people who are smart enough to understand it :) no offense or anything.
  90. JamesN
    Sep 22, 2009
    10
    This is one of the best comedies in a long time. The cast is amazing together and they even admit to having some "geeky" qualities. The Chicage Tribune is clearly reviewed by a "popular" person who cannot relate to the story line. While those of use who toed the "popular/unpopular" line or were immersed in subjects that clearly made us geeks see the complete brilliance of this show.
  91. JimJ
    Sep 20, 2009
    9
    My wife and I watch the season 1 and 2 DVD's over and over again. She is not a geek like me, and she still can't get enough of the show.
  92. TomT
    Sep 10, 2009
    10
    Great show. Took a while to grow on me. Great cast. Great writing.
  93. GokulP
    Sep 6, 2009
    10
    This is the funniest comedy tv show i have ever seen.Being an Engineering student i really love it. If you are a lover of Technology, women & fun then watch it.
  94. SusS
    Sep 2, 2009
    10
    Funniest new show in many years! Well written! Well cast!
  95. LeelaS
    Aug 3, 2009
    6
    The Big Bang Theory is a breakthrough for science geek-targeted sitcoms. That being said, there are many flaws that keep it from being appreciable by all geeks. Firstly, occasionally its science is wrong in a way that would actually make the episode different; and yet just about every geek in this seems to have vast stores of knowledge on every form of science, which makes it harder to The Big Bang Theory is a breakthrough for science geek-targeted sitcoms. That being said, there are many flaws that keep it from being appreciable by all geeks. Firstly, occasionally its science is wrong in a way that would actually make the episode different; and yet just about every geek in this seems to have vast stores of knowledge on every form of science, which makes it harder to believe the characters and actually kills the possibility of more geek jokes (sociologist and a biologist duking it out over biological essentialism?). The distinction between the geeks lie in social stereotypes (the uber-nerd, the horny-guy, the Indian, etc.) rather than fields of study. Even so, there is a strong emphasis on straight, white, male nerds, with only a token Indian male and White female. Unless we're looking at specifically D&D nerds (which are still not homogeneous), it's incredibly misrepresentative to not include more "minorities" in the regular cast and it can alienate the many viewers who can get the jokes but can't relate. The central plotline (romantic tension with the neighbor) is much harder to believe as the neighbor, Penny, is stupid, ignorant, not in the slightest bit curious about what they're talking about, is stereotypically 'blonde,' and has absolutely no chemistry with the male lead. In fact, the only thing that implies that there is any chemistry between her and the main character, Leonard, is the terribly abused laugh track, which makes some of the more subtle jokes fall on their face or be neglected entirely. It seems that the laugh track is intended to tell the non-science geeks when they should laugh, but reviews by non-geeks reveal that it's not helping. The good aspects of this show lie in the geek in-jokes. Some are simply cheesy, but overall they appeal to higher thought and involve an array of sciences. While the plotlines are underdeveloped, most of the humor is based in researched science makes it worth watching. Even the factual inaccuracies are excuseable as it is militant in defining the scientific method with accuracy. Overall, it's a fun watch, but it's a long way from being a respectable portrayal of geeks.… Expand
  96. DanielW
    Jul 29, 2009
    10
    Sharp writing that respects the intelligence of the audience much like Frasier did. The cast is fantastic but the stand-out is Jim Parsons. He has created a character that will be long remembered - an absolute original!
  97. CocoBunny
    Jun 23, 2009
    7
    One of the few traditional sitcoms on that's actually watchable. The characters are lovable, the jokes are funny more often than not, and as someone already said, it reminds me of the good ol' days of sitcoms in the 90s. The laugh track is a bit overused, though, as in any sitcom, and I can see this getting old if it runs past its prime (I'm *glaring* at you, "According to One of the few traditional sitcoms on that's actually watchable. The characters are lovable, the jokes are funny more often than not, and as someone already said, it reminds me of the good ol' days of sitcoms in the 90s. The laugh track is a bit overused, though, as in any sitcom, and I can see this getting old if it runs past its prime (I'm *glaring* at you, "According to Jim"). But for now, it's witty and amusing. One of the best shows on network TV.… Expand
  98. KimberlyS
    May 17, 2009
    10
    This show rocks. As a self proclaimed nerd, I relate to many of the jokes. The writing and casting for this show is amazing. Although I like each of the characters, Sheldon steals the show.
  99. JosephH
    May 16, 2009
    9
    I just spent the last few weeks watching entire first and second seasons of this show. I love it. I think Chuck Lorre finally got the mix of characters and situation that works well with the comedy writing. Granted it isn't cutting edge, make you think, laugh two hours later when you finally get the joke, comedy. I admit it is fluff comedy, but it is good fluff comedy. Most of the I just spent the last few weeks watching entire first and second seasons of this show. I love it. I think Chuck Lorre finally got the mix of characters and situation that works well with the comedy writing. Granted it isn't cutting edge, make you think, laugh two hours later when you finally get the joke, comedy. I admit it is fluff comedy, but it is good fluff comedy. Most of the jokes are right out there, but there are a number of them that you just have to be a geek to get. My only annoyance is I think they have taken Sheldon's character from odd ball geek to an almost Autistic level. Sheldon on watching the clone wars TV show before seeing the movie: … Expand
  100. JamesU
    Apr 30, 2009
    10
    This is a wonderfully written comedy, if you understand the science behind it.
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#58 Best TV Season of 2007
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Metascore
57

Mixed or average reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 23
  3. Negative: 4 out of 23
  1. Philadelphia Inquirer
    Reviewed by: Jonathan Storm
    80
    It may not be a creative breakthrough, but it's lots funnier than the universal equation would predict.
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  2. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: David Hinckley
    50
    Standard setup? Sure. Standard execution? For the most part.
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  3. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    40
    The show might even have been engaging, if the one-liners came less frequently and the characters had a little more dimension. As it is, Sheldon and Leonard are merely laughable, if sweet, and they are even less fleshed out than the characters on "Two and a Half Men."
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