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The Best Episodes of Young Sheldon

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The early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper, later seen in The Big Bang Theory.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Young Sheldon Season 7 Episode 13 - Funeral (1)
    9.5/10(3481 votes)

    #1 - Funeral (1)

    S7:E13

    The Cooper family grapples with the death of George Cooper Sr.

    Director:Michael Judd
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Steve Holland

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  2. Young Sheldon Season 7 Episode 12 - A New Home and a Traditional Texas Torture
    9.0/10(2436 votes)

    #2 - A New Home and a Traditional Texas Torture

    S7:E12

    George Sr. gets an exciting job offer, and Sheldon prepares for his move to California.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Young Sheldon Season 7 Episode 14 - Memoir (2)
    8.8/10(2410 votes)

    #3 - Memoir (2)

    S7:E14

    Sheldon leaves East Texas for the California Institute of Technology following the death of his father.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Steve Holland

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  4. Young Sheldon Season 2 Episode 22 - A Swedish Science Thing and the Equation for Toast
    8.6/10(2606 votes)

    #4 - A Swedish Science Thing and the Equation for Toast

    S2:E22

    Sheldon invites the entire school to a party for the Nobel Prize announcements. Also, Connie learns more about Dr. Sturgis' past, and Georgie's desire for cable TV leads to a standoff between him and George Sr.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Young Sheldon Season 6 Episode 22 - A Tornado, a 10-Hour Flight and a Darn Fine Ring
    8.4/10(1642 votes)

    #5 - A Tornado, a 10-Hour Flight and a Darn Fine Ring

    S6:E22

    Sheldon and Mary head to Germany while the rest of the Cooper family braves a tornado that is heading straight for Medford.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Young Sheldon Season 3 Episode 21 - A Secret Letter and a Lowly Disc of Processed Meat
    8.2/10(1635 votes)

    #6 - A Secret Letter and a Lowly Disc of Processed Meat

    S3:E21

    Sheldon discovers that Mary's been keeping a secret about his future. Also, Connie is furious when she learns Dale fired Georgie.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Young Sheldon Season 2 Episode 8 - An 8-Bit Princess and a Flat Tire Genius
    8.1/10(1888 votes)

    #7 - An 8-Bit Princess and a Flat Tire Genius

    S2:E8

    A video game takes over Sheldon and Connie’s life. George Sr. is jealous when Georgie bonds with Herschel at the auto shop.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 1 - Graduation
    8.1/10(1786 votes)

    #8 - Graduation

    S4:E1

    After graduating high school, Sheldon has a breakdown when he realizes he may not be ready for college. Dale tries to make amends with Connie.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Young Sheldon Season 5 Episode 19 - A God-Fearin' Baptist and a Hot Trophy Husband
    8.1/10(1363 votes)

    #9 - A God-Fearin' Baptist and a Hot Trophy Husband

    S5:E19

    George and Mary insist on meeting the new woman in Georgie's life. Also, Sheldon and Missy have suspicions about what's going on with their family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Young Sheldon Season 6 Episode 14 - A Launch Party and a Whole Human Being
    8.1/10(1293 votes)

    #10 - A Launch Party and a Whole Human Being

    S6:E14

    The Coopers can't be found as Mandy goes into labor. Also, Sheldon is excited about the launch of his database.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Young Sheldon Season 2 Episode 5 - A Research Study and Czechoslovakian Wedding Pastries
    8.0/10(1901 votes)

    #11 - A Research Study and Czechoslovakian Wedding Pastries

    S2:E5

    When Dr. Sturgis recommends Sheldon and Missy for a university research study on twins, Mary is unhappy when the test results go to Sheldon's head.

    Director:Jude Weng
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Young Sheldon Season 3 Episode 7 - Pongo Pygmaeus and a Culture that Encourages Spitting
    8.0/10(1672 votes)

    #12 - Pongo Pygmaeus and a Culture that Encourages Spitting

    S3:E7

    Sheldon starts an internet flame war, and Missy stands up to the boys on her baseball team. Also, Connie is unhappy when George Sr. spends time with her new boyfriend.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Young Sheldon Season 3 Episode 16 - Pasadena
    8.0/10(1622 votes)

    #13 - Pasadena

    S3:E16

    Sheldon visits CalTech for the very first time. Also, Georgie is furious when Mary listens in on a phone call with his girlfriend, and Connie tries to cheer up a jealous Missy.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Young Sheldon Season 5 Episode 17 - A Solo Peanut, a Social Butterfly and the Truth
    8.0/10(1416 votes)

    #14 - A Solo Peanut, a Social Butterfly and the Truth

    S5:E17

    Sheldon gets an odd request from an old friend, Paige. Also, George Sr. and Mary are caught in the middle of Connie and Dale's breakup, and Georgie comes clean to Mandy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Young Sheldon Season 7 Episode 9 - A Fancy Article and a Scholarship for a Baby
    8.0/10(1209 votes)

    #15 - A Fancy Article and a Scholarship for a Baby

    S7:E9

    Sheldon's published paper leads to a frenzy of grad school recruiting, and Georgie tries to speak more properly in front of his daughter.

    Director:Ansley Rix
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Young Sheldon Season 1 Episode 6 - A Patch, a Modem, and a Zantac
    7.9/10(2486 votes)

    #16 - A Patch, a Modem, and a Zantac

    S1:E6

    When a NASA representative visits Sheldon’s school and dismisses his science, Sheldon is set on a mission to prove him wrong.

    Director:Don Scardino
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Young Sheldon Season 2 Episode 3 - A Crisis of Faith and Octopus Aliens
    7.9/10(2013 votes)

    #17 - A Crisis of Faith and Octopus Aliens

    S2:E3

    When Mary’s faith is shaken by a tragedy in the community, Sheldon becomes an unlikely ally.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Young Sheldon Season 2 Episode 20 - A Proposal and a Popsicle Stick Cross
    7.9/10(1670 votes)

    #18 - A Proposal and a Popsicle Stick Cross

    S2:E20

    Georgie is thrilled when Veronica stays at the Coopers' house for a few days. Also, Connie and Dr. Sturgis celebrate their one-year anniversary.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Young Sheldon Season 3 Episode 4 - Hobbitses, Physicses and a Ball with Zip
    7.9/10(1640 votes)

    #19 - Hobbitses, Physicses and a Ball with Zip

    S3:E4

    Sheldon is forced to take a break from science when his new obsession with "The Lord of the Rings" leads to an unhealthy habit. Also, Missy asks George Sr. to teach her how to play catch.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 17 - A Black Hole
    7.9/10(1570 votes)

    #20 - A Black Hole

    S4:E17

    The Coopers discuss the possibilities of black holes and alternate universes when Dr. Sturgis comes over for dinner.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 18 - The Wild and Woolly World of Nonlinear Dynamics
    7.9/10(1497 votes)

    #21 - The Wild and Woolly World of Nonlinear Dynamics

    S4:E18

    Missy's first heartbreak triggers a series of events that lead the Cooper family to the brink.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Young Sheldon Season 5 Episode 21 - White Trash, Holy Rollers and Punching People
    7.9/10(1315 votes)

    #22 - White Trash, Holy Rollers and Punching People

    S5:E21

    As the church congregation gossips about Georgie, Missy stands up for her brother, and Sheldon is distracted by the family drama.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Young Sheldon Season 2 Episode 13 - A Nuclear Reactor and a Boy Called Lovely
    7.8/10(1695 votes)

    #23 - A Nuclear Reactor and a Boy Called Lovely

    S2:E13

    Sheldon attempts to build a nuclear reactor. Also, a university cocktail party gets heated when Dr. Sturgis’ colleague, Dr. Linkletter, flirts with Connie, and Georgie is heartbroken when he learns Veronica has a boyfriend.

    Director:Chris Koch
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Young Sheldon Season 3 Episode 6 - A Parasol and a Hell of an Arm
    7.8/10(1593 votes)

    #24 - A Parasol and a Hell of an Arm

    S3:E6

    A church carnival leads Missy to try out for the baseball team. Also, Connie struggles after her breakup with Dr. Sturgis.

    Director:Chris Koch
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Young Sheldon Season 3 Episode 12 - Body Glitter and a Mall Safety Kit
    7.8/10(1603 votes)

    #25 - Body Glitter and a Mall Safety Kit

    S3:E12

    Sheldon learns to listen when an emotional Paige struggles with her parents’ divorce. George Sr. is furious when Georgie tries to buy his way out of chores.

    Director:Lea Thompson
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Funeral (1)" is the best rated episode of "Young Sheldon". It scored 9.5/10 based on 3481 votes. Directed by Michael Judd and written by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, Steve Holland, it aired on 5/16/2024. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "A New Home and a Traditional Texas Torture".