Young Sheldon Season 7: Everything We Know So Far

After airing for 12 seasons, The Big Bang Theory came to an end, but fans were delighted to see a prequel spin-off called Young Sheldon. The show follows the life of the iconic Dr. Sheldon Cooper, portrayed by the brilliant Jim Parsons, during his formative years as a young prodigy facing the challenges of living in Texas during the 1990s. Despite initial skepticism, Young Sheldon proved the naysayers wrong and became a ratings darling. With six seasons in, can we expect a seventh?

Young Sheldon Season 7 Renewal and Release Date

CBS has approved the seventh and final season of Young Sheldon, with the official release schedule culminating in an hour-long series finale on May 16th.

Here's the episode schedule:

- Episode 1 - February 15 (8:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ET)

- Episode 2 - February 22 (8:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ET)

- Episode 3 - February 29 (8:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ET)

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- Episode 13 - May 16 (8:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ET)

- Episode 14 - May 16 (8:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET)

Why Was Young Sheldon Season 7 Delayed?

Fans had initially anticipated a Fall 2023 premiere for the final season. However, unforeseen obstacles hit production when both the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) went on strike. The strikes put a temporary halt to the creation of the last batch of Young Sheldon episodes.

Thankfully, the storm has passed. The strikes are officially resolved, and the cast and crew, led by the talented Iain Armitage, returned to the set. With production back on track, viewers can rest assured that Young Sheldon Season 7 will deliver a fitting conclusion to the beloved series.

Save the Date: February 15, 2024

So, there you have it – the countdown to the grand finale of Young Sheldon Season 7 has officially begun. Tune in on February 15, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. EST on CBS to witness the culmination of a journey that began with a young genius named Sheldon Cooper. Brace yourselves for laughter, nostalgia, and perhaps a tear or two as we bid adieu to a show that has left an indelible mark on the hearts of fans worldwide. May the "Bazinga" be with you!