10 Ways The Big Bang Theory Is Better Than Young Sheldon

The Big Bang Theory Is More Lighthearted Than Young Sheldon

Both The Big Bang Theory and Young Sheldon are comedies. Many of the people who worked on the nerd-centric sitcom ended up transitioning to its prequel, which helps in terms of maintaining continuity. That being said, The Big Bang Theory is more lighthearted in general. Its storylines tend to be sillier in nature as the Pasadena gang deals with various personal and professional hiccups. This doesn't mean that it doesn't have any serious moments, but compared to Young Sheldon, which has a family at the center of its storytelling, the prequel has more dramatic storylines to tackle.

Sheldon and Penny in The Big Bang Theory

The Big Bang Theory Has A More Interesting Premise Than Young Sheldon

Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady take the well-established ensemble sitcom and update it by incorporating geek culture in The Big Bang Theory. Add to that how the show puts characters who feel socially awkward, and it shouldn't be surprising that it becomes one of the most successful comedies ever. Young Sheldon, on the other hand, is essentially just standing on the shoulders of what its parent series has established.

Sheldon and Mary Cooper in Young Sheldon stand outside his high school

The Big Bang Theory Has Better Supporting Characters Than Young Sheldon

The Big Bang Theory primarily follows the Pasadena gang, which is composed of Sheldon, Leonard, Penny, Howard, Raj, Bernadette, and Amy. However, aside from them, the CBS sitcom also features a string of interesting supporting characters such as Kevin Sussman's comic book shop owner, Stuart, John Ross Bowie as Barry, and even Carol Ann Susi's Mrs. Wolowitz. They make The Big Bang Theory a more enjoyable show. Young Sheldon, on the other hand, has lackluster supporting characters. Many of them are either forgettable or villainous in nature.

The Big Bang Theory's Sheldon, Howard, and Stuart holding bells.