Young Sheldon
TV Show (2017)
It all started with a big bang—or rather, in East Texas.
The early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper, later seen in The Big Bang Theory.
TV Show (2017)
It all started with a big bang—or rather, in East Texas.
The early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper, later seen in The Big Bang Theory.
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Content at a glance
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Sex & Nudity
A teen engages in relationships, including with an older woman resulting in a child, and characters make crude jokes.
Violence & Gore
Bullying and various verbal threats of physical violence occur frequently.
Profanity
Various curse words and name-calling are used by characters including children.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Adult characters frequently consume alcohol and smoke cigarettes.
Frightening Scenes
Bigger kids menace the main character and cause scary situations.
Other things to know
Real-world brand names are prominently integrated into the show's plotlines.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The show highlights accepting loved ones, though it also normalizes teasing and negative humor.
Role models
Parents are caring and supportive, but exhibit prejudice and engage in constant bickering.
Representation
The show includes diverse characters, but features cultural ignorance and stereotypes.
Learning
Families can discuss fish out of water plots and immigrant representations in the show.
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