TV series
The Big Bang Theory
2007–2019, English, on CBS. Created by Chuck Lorre & Bill Prady.
Smart is the new sexy.
Physicists Leonard and Sheldon find their nerd-centric social circle with pals Howard and Raj expanding when aspiring actress Penny moves in next door.
- Seasons
- 12
- Episodes
- 279
- Episode length
- 22 min
- Status
- Ended in 2019
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7.9/10 from 12,950 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory is streaming on Netflix and JioHotstar in India.
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JioHotstarAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S12 E24: Unraveling the Mystery: A Big Bang Farewell
Aired 16 May 2019
Seasons 12
Season 1
2007 · 17 episodes · 7.6/10
Season 2
2008 · 23 episodes · 7.6/10
Season 3
2009 · 23 episodes · 7.7/10
Season 4
2010 · 24 episodes · 7.6/10
Season 5
2011 · 24 episodes · 7.4/10
Season 6
2012 · 24 episodes · 7.6/10
Season 7
2013 · 24 episodes · 7.6/10
Season 8
2014 · 24 episodes · 7.3/10
Season 9
2015 · 24 episodes · 7.4/10
Season 10
2016 · 24 episodes · 6.9/10
Season 11
2017 · 24 episodes · 7.0/10
Season 12
2018 · 24 episodes · 7.1/10
Specials
TBA · 3 episodes
Cast & crew
- Chuck LorreCreator
- Bill PradyCreator
- Johnny GaleckiLeonard Hofstadter · 279 ep
- Jim ParsonsSheldon Cooper · 279 ep
- Kaley CuocoPenny · 279 ep
- Simon HelbergHoward Wolowitz · 279 ep
- Kunal NayyarRajesh Koothrappali · 279 ep
- Melissa RauchBernadette Rostenkowski · 221 ep
- Mayim BialikAmy Farrah Fowler · 217 ep
- Kevin SussmanStuart Bloom · 84 ep
- Carol Ann SusiDebbie Wolowitz (voice) · 40 ep
- John Ross BowieBarry Kripke · 25 ep
- Laura SpencerEmily Sweeney · 17 ep
- Wil WheatonWil Wheaton · 17 ep
Details
- First aired
- 24 September 2007
- Last aired
- 16 May 2019
- Network
- CBS
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- UA
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The Big Bang Theory: quick answers
Is The Big Bang Theory worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 7.9/10 from 12,950 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Big Bang Theory are there?
The Big Bang Theory has 12 seasons and 279 episodes, about 22 minutes each.
Is The Big Bang Theory finished?
Yes. The Big Bang Theory ended in 2019, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Big Bang Theory on?
The Big Bang Theory is streaming on Netflix and JioHotstar in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
The Big Bang Theory parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Big Bang Theory is rated UA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Big Bang Theory?
If you liked The Big Bang Theory, try Honey, I Shrunk the Kids: The TV Show, The IT Crowd, Three's Company.
Who created The Big Bang Theory?
The Big Bang Theory was created by Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady and stars Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco.