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The Big Bang Theory (2007)

The Big Bang Theory first premiered on CBS in 2007 and became one of its era's most popular and longest-lasting network sitcoms. Running for 12 seasons, The Big Bang Theory focuses on a group of self-proclaimed nerds, Leonard (Johnny Galecki), Sheldon (Jim Parsons), Howard (Simon Helberg), and Raj (Kunal Nayyar), who form an unlikely friendship with their new neighbor Penny (Kaley Cuoco). The series became a ratings giant and took home multiple Emmys. The Big Bang Theory was so successful that it ended up spawning a spinoff titled Young Sheldon, which has also become one of CBS’ most popular sitcoms.

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The Big Bang Theory
Romance
Comedy

Cast
Kaley Cuoco , Johnny Galecki , Jim Parsons , Melissa Rauch , Mayim Bialik , Kunal Nayyar , Simon Helberg
Release Date
September 24, 2007
Seasons
12
Network
CBS
Franchise(s)
The Big Bang Theory
Writers
Chuck Lorre , Bill Prady
Directors
Mark Cendrowski
Showrunner
Mark Cendrowski
Story By
Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady

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