The Big Bang Theory

EVERYONE IMAGINES WHAT THEIR LIVES WOULD BE LIKE IF THEY HAD NEVER MET SHELDON, ON "THE BIG BANG THEORY," THURSDAY, DEC. 12

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"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.

CHEAT TWEET: Life without Sheldon? Everyone imagines what their lives would be like if they never met him #BigBangTheory 12/12 @8 PM http://bit.ly/1gb4q12



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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Penny lands a role on an episode of @NCIS_CBS. Could this finally be her big acting break...or not? #BigBangTheory 1/2 @8 PM http://bit.ly/1iQXp7w



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:
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
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Cast on Twitter:
Kaley Cuoco @KaleyCuoco
Simon Helberg@SimonHelberg
Kunal Nayyar @KunalNayyar
Mayim Bialik @MissMayim
Melissa Rauch @MelissaRauch
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Penny quits her job & Sheldon is forced to take a vacation. Josh Peck @PortableShua guest stars #BigBangTheory 1/9 @8 PM http://bit.ly/1lDeYny


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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Sheldon tries to hold his own Comic Book Convention?! James Earl Jones and @CarrieFFisher will appear on #BigBangTheory 1/30 @8 PM http://bit.ly/1ehv42c


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.

CHEAT TWEET: Love is in the air when Amy convinces Sheldon to join her for a romantic weekend #BigBangTheory #Valentine'sDay 2/6 @8 PM http://bit.ly/KQb5k6



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
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Is Wolowitz headed back to space? Mrs. Wolowitz, Bernadette's dad & @Astro_Mike all return to #BigBangTheory 2/27 @8 PM http://bit.ly/M0ubnu



CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)

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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Fasten your seat belts! Wolowitz & Sheldon travel to Houston to try to improve their friendship. #BigBangTheory 3/6 @8 PM #CBS



CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)

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
 
3-year theory: Big renewal deal for 'Big Bang'


NEW YORK (AP) - CBS says it's renewing its hit comedy "The Big Bang Theory" for three more years.
The extraordinary three-year deal would carry TV's most-watched sitcom through the 2016-2017 season, the series' 10th on the air.


"The Big Bang Theory" premiered in September 2007 and has been a ratings smash for virtually its entire run. It has averaged nearly 20 million viewers each week this season.


A comedy about science nerds and the people who love them, it stars three-time Emmy-winner Jim Parsons as well as Johnny Galecki and Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting.
It airs Thursday at 8 p.m. Eastern time.
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Bazinga! It's Sheldon who gets the biggest surprise when he visits his mom in Houston. #BigBangTheory 3/13 @8 PM #CBS http://bit.ly/1kB1wor



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:
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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Decisions. Penny & Raj face major life decisions & Sheldon can't decide on a gaming system! #BigBangTheory 4/3 8pm #CBS http://bit.ly/1ifHKLK



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 (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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Double Date Time! The Wolowitzes share an interesting evening with Raj and Emily. #BigBangTheory 4/10 8pm #CBS http://bit.ly/1jaCOc7



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:
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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Get ready... 'Anything Can Happen Thursday' returns on #BigBangTheory 4/24 8pm #CBS http://bit.ly/1kobvyf



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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: 'May the 4th Be With You' @BobNewhart returns as Professor Proton & offers Sheldon guidance #BigBangTheory 5/1 @8PM #CBS http://bit.ly/1nsNTWA


CAST:
Johnny Galecki (Leonard)
Jim Parsons (Sheldon)
Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting (Penny)
Simon Helberg (Wolowitz)
Kunal Nayyar (Koothrappali)
Mayim Bialik (Amy)
Melissa Rauch (Bernadette)

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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Big Step for Leonard & Penny? A horrible day at work prompts Penny to reevaluate her life choices. #BigBangTheory 5/8 8pm #CBS http://bit.ly/RJDlsc



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
 
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.

CHEAT TWEET: Big Changes! Sheldon faces uncertain future, Raj & Emily take it 2 the next level #BigBangTheory #SeasonFinale 5/15 8pm http://bit.ly/1fU0UE3



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:
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
 
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