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A spin-off prequel to The Big Bang Theory, Young Sheldon, is a sitcom created by Chuck Lorre and Steven Molaro. The show is set during the late 80s and early 90s and focuses on the growing-up years of Sheldon and the shenanigans his family gets into. Centered around Texas, the show has themes of growing up, social values, religion, and family dynamics. Noted for its witty one-liners and charming set of characters, the show stars Iain Armitage in the role of Sheldon, along with Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, and others. Viewers who enjoyed the sitcom can check the list below for some similarly-themed shows.
Georgie and Mandy's First Marriage, The Middle, and other shows like Young Sheldon
1. That ‘90s Show
A sequel to the popular That’70s Show, this teen sitcom is set during the mid-90s and stars Debra Jo Rupp, Kurtwood Smith, Reyn Doi, and others. The show revolves around the daughter of Eric and Donna, Leia, who travels to her grandparents, Red and Kitty’s house in Point Place, Wisconsin for the summer and tries to make friends with other teenagers. Like Young Sheldon, the show is set in the 90s and therefore has a lot of nostalgic value. It has many pop cultural references of the time and is a feel-good and fun show to watch. Both shows focus on families and friendship and are set in a small town. Viewers who enjoyed Young Sheldon should give this one a try as it is hilarious, witty, and is a modern reimagining of a popular show.
2. Fuller House
Created by Jeff Franklin and starring Candace Cameron Bure, Jodie Sweetin, Michael Campion, and others, this sitcom is a sequel to the famous show, Full House. The show continues the story of the Tanners and focuses on DJ Tanner, who is a widowed mother of three and whose sister and best friend come along to stay at her place. The show has a lot of nostalgic value as many people from the original cast are present and often make guest appearances. Like Young Sheldon, the show is all about family life and the hilarious challenges faced by the Tanners in their daily life. The show even has a similar character to Sheldon in the series, Max, who is also a genius, loves neatness, delivers witty comments, and has one-liners ready to go. Fans should give this one a watch.
3. The Middle
Created by Eileen Heisler and DeAnn Heline, this sitcom stars Patricia Heaton, Neil Flynn, Eden Sher, and others. The show is a family comedy series that is based in the town of Orson in Indiana. It follows a middle-class family where the parents and their three children try to navigate day-to-day life hilariously. Fans of Young Sheldon will enjoy the show as it has a similar, cozy setting of a middle-class American household. The show also has three children, one of whom is a genius who is socially awkward—this makes the show relatable to Young Sheldon fans. Each episode focuses on daily life things and explores family dynamics. Both shows showcase that even though there can be different personalities within the same family, they all support and love each other.
4. Georgie and Mandie’s First Marriage
Fans of Young Sheldon know that the show also has a direct sequel and spin-off, which takes the story of the Coopers further—this time focussing on Georgie and Mandy. Created by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, and Steve Holland, this sitcom is a part of The Big Bang Theory franchise and stars Montana Jordan, Emily Osment, Will Sasso, and others. Fans of Young Sheldon should watch this one as it has the familiar setting of Medford and involves a mix of new and old characters. While Missy, Meemaw, and Mary are also present, Mandy’s parents also play an important role. Fans of Georgie Cooper would be especially happy as the series is about him growing into a responsible man. Both shows focus on the hilarious exchanges within families and are light-hearted, fun, and feel-good shows.
5. The Goldbergs
Created by Adam F. Goldberg and based on his childhood, this sitcom series stars Sean Giambrone, Troy Gentile, Sam Lerner, and others. The show is set in the 80s, which is similar to Young Sheldon, which is also set in the late 80s and early 90s. The series follows the protagonist, Adam, who goes through all the stages of growing up amidst his dysfunctional but lovable family. Although there is no genius in a show like Sheldon, it has the same mix of hilarity and domesticity, which fans love. Both shows feature the protagonist giving a commentary on their family, which is funny. As both the shows are set in a different decade, they exude nostalgia and coziness. The series is a light-hearted show and is perfect for fans of Young Sheldon.
6. Fresh Off the Boat
Starring Randall Park, Constance Wu, Ian Chen, and others, this sitcom created by Nahnatchka Khan, is based on the autobiography by Eddie Huang. The show revolves around the daily shenanigans of a Taiwanese-American family in Florida in the 1990s and is notable for its focus on Asian issues of identity, culture, and race. Like Young Sheldon, the show focuses on the comedic interactions between the parents and the siblings and is set in the 90s. Even though there is an Asian family at the center, both shows capture the hilarious family dynamics. Like Sheldon, there is a similar character in the show, Evan, who is an overachiever and follows all kinds of rules. Like Georgie, there is also a rebellious elder son, Eddie. The show is unique as it not only has moments of laughter, but also presents serious issues like the problems of cultural differences.
7. The Big Bang Theory
This popular show created by the same creators as Young Sheldon—Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady—is the reason why we have Young Sheldon. It is the show that introduced viewers to the character of Sheldon. Fans of Young Sheldon therefore, should definitely watch the original and the sequel. Starring Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, and others, the show revolves around four nerd friends, who live in the same apartment complex and go about their everyday lives while dealing with careers, relationships, social awkwardness, and more. Viewers who enjoyed Young Sheldon should watch the series that started it all and follows an older Sheldon. Both shows focus on Sheldon’s growth socially, romantically, and academically. It also has guest appearances by the characters from Young Sheldon, like Missy, his mom, Georgie, and Meemaw. Plus, both shows share references, which makes it a must-watch.
8. Modern Family
Starring Sofia Vergara, Ty Burrell, Sarah Hyland, and others, this sitcom created by Christopher Lloyd and Steven Levitan, is a popular show. The show follows three families who are interrelated and live in suburban Los Angeles. The show is truly modern as it tackles issues of LGBTQ+, second marriages, and what it means to be a family in the 21st century. While Young Sheldon portrays a traditional family, this show makes it modern. But both series have the same shenanigans one can expect from family sitcoms. Both shows focus on themes of society, career, family, and growing up. The series is feel-good, wholesome, and is equal parts funny and equal parts emotional—something that the fans of Young Sheldon will like. The show drives home the message that families now come in all shapes and sizes.
9. Malcolm in the Middle
Created by Linwood Boomer and starring Jane Kaczmarek, Bryan Cranston, Justin Berfield, and others, this sitcom revolves around a child prodigy, Malcolm (Frankie Muniz), and his dysfunctional, working-class family. The show follows the exploits of Malcolm and his family as they try to navigate day-to-day life and are unable to fit into society. Like Young Sheldon, Malcolm is also a genius who regularly comments on his family’s hilarious failures. The early aughts show has the same setting of a small town and is funny and witty. The show has a relatable cast of characters who often get into shenanigans and is a heartwarming watch as it has some emotional moments that showcase the importance of family. Even though Malcolm is not as uptight as Sheldon, both shows have a lot of similarities, which fans of the show will enjoy.
10. Everything Sucks!
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Created by Ben York Jones and Michael Mohan, this comedy-drama series features Peyton Kennedy, Rio Mangini, Sydney Sweeney, and others. The show revolves around a group of high school students in 1996, who aim to make a movie together and deal with issues of adolescence like sexuality, mental health, and teenage. Like Young Sheldon, the show is set in a different decade and focuses on the exploits of a group of people in a small town. Both shows deal with people who are social outcasts. The show is light-hearted and only has one season, which makes it perfect for a quick binge-watch after watching Young Sheldon. The show also has a great soundtrack and a bunch of relatable characters. Viewers who like sitcoms set in another period with moments of comedy will love this series.
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