The BEST episodes of Young Sheldon
Every episode of Young Sheldon ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Young Sheldon!
Follow the misadventures of child prodigy Sheldon Cooper (first seen as an adult in "The Big Bang Theory") navigating the complexities of family, school, and social life in East Texas, showcasing his extraordinary intellect and the humorous challenges of being distinctly different.
#1 - Funeral (1)
Season 7 - Episode 13 - Aired 5/16/2024
The Cooper family grapples with the death of George Cooper Sr.
#3 - A Swedish Science Thing and the Equation for Toast
Season 2 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/16/2019
Sheldon invites the entire school to a party for the Nobel Prize announcements. Also, Meemaw learns more about Dr. Sturgis’ past, and Georgie’s desire for cable TV leads to a standoff between him and George Sr.
#5 - An 8-Bit Princess and a Flat Tire Genius
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/8/2018
A video game takes over Sheldon and Meemaw’s life. Also, George Sr. is jealous when Georgie bonds with Herschel at the auto shop.
#8 - A Proposal and a Popsicle Stick Cross
Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/2/2019
Georgie is thrilled when Veronica stays at the Coopers’ house for a few days. Also, Meemaw and Dr. Sturgis celebrate their one-year anniversary.
#9 - A Patch, a Modem, and a Zantac
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/30/2017
When a NASA representative visits Sheldon’s school and dismisses his science, Sheldon is set on a mission to prove him wrong.
#10 - A Crisis of Faith and Octopus Aliens
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/4/2018
When Mary’s faith is shaken by a tragedy in the community, Sheldon becomes an unlikely ally.
#11 - A Computer, a Plastic Pony, and a Case of Beer
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/18/2018
Sheldon asks for a computer and unknowingly sparks a heated argument between Mary and George Sr. over the family’s finances.
#12 - A Nuclear Reactor and a Boy Called Lovely
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/17/2019
Sheldon attempts to build a nuclear reactor. Also, a university cocktail party gets heated when Dr. Sturgis’ colleague, Dr. Linkletter, flirts with Meemaw, and Georgie is heartbroken when he learns Veronica has a boyfriend.
#13 - Graduation
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/5/2020
After graduating high school, Sheldon has a breakdown when he realizes he may not be ready for college. Dale tries to make amends with Meemaw.
#14 - An Eagle Feather, a String Bean, and an Eskimo
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/4/2018
When Sheldon moves to Dallas to attend a school for gifted children, the family struggles to cope with his absence.
#15 - Potato Salad, a Broomstick, and Dad's Whiskey
Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 3/1/2018
When Mary takes a job as church secretary, she finds herself becoming Pastor Jeff’s marriage counselor. Also, Sheldon and Missy spend their first afternoon home alone.
#16 - Vanilla Ice Cream, Gentleman Callers, and a Dinette Set
Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/10/2018
When Meemaw is pursued by two gentlemen callers, Sheldon interferes, forcing her to set some ground rules.
#17 - A Brisket, Voodoo, and Cannonball Run
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/7/2017
The kids brainstorm ways to resolve a family feud when Meemaw refuses to give George Sr. her brisket recipe.
#18 - Pasadena
Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 2/20/2020
Sheldon visits CalTech for the very first time. Georgie is furious when Mary listens in on a phone call with his girlfriend. Meemaw tries to cheer up a jealous Missy.
#19 - Spock, Kirk, and Testicular Hernia
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/21/2017
George Sr. strikes a deal with Sheldon to tutor Georgie when poor grades threaten to keep him from playing football.
#20 - Pongo Pygmaeus and a Culture that Encourages Spitting
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2019
Sheldon starts an internet flame war. Missy stands up to the boys on her baseball team. Meemaw is unhappy when George Sr. spends time with her new boyfriend.
#21 - A Solo Peanut, a Social Butterfly, and the Truth
Season 5 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/31/2022
Sheldon gets an odd request from an old friend, Paige. Also, George Sr. and Mary are caught in the middle of Meemaw and Dale's breakup, and Georgie comes clean to Mandy.
#22 - Quirky Eggheads and Texas Snow Globes
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/26/2019
After Dr. Sturgis experiences a nervous breakdown, Mary worries Sheldon is headed down a similar path. Georgie discovers he has a knack for sales.
#23 - Blonde Ambition and the Concept of Zero
Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/20/2022
Sheldon makes a terrifying mathematical discovery while tutoring Billy. Also, Mary is jealous of Missy’s relationship with Mandy and MeeMaw.
#25 - A Sneeze, Detention, and Sissy Spacek
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/1/2018
When flu season hits Medford, Sheldon takes extreme measures to remain healthy.