Time to fill the "Young Sheldon" void. Welcome to MsMojo, and today, we’re counting down our picks for the TV shows to fill the “Young Sheldon” void until your next rewatch.
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00:00 "Smoopy, Shmoopaloo, Shmoopybooper, Shmoopdigeour."
00:05 Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the TV shows to fill the
00:10 Young Sheldon void until your next rewatch.
00:13 We won't be including movies today.
00:15 Hey, we had to draw the line somewhere.
00:16 "Mary, you knew the problem was incorrect.
00:18 Why didn't you say anything?"
00:19 "Thanks, as I'm not supposed to correct older people."
00:24 Number 10.
00:25 Fresh Off the Boat As in Young Sheldon, the core of Fresh Off
00:28 the Boat is the family unit.
00:31 Sheldon feels like an outsider at home and in the wider world.
00:34 Meanwhile, the Huang family is figuring out life in sunny Florida.
00:38 Then there's Eddie, the brilliant youngest Huang, who often feels out of sync with his
00:42 family and peers.
00:54 Set in the '90s, Fresh Off the Boat brings in the unique perspective of growing up Taiwanese
00:58 American during that time.
00:59 "Eddie, you didn't tell me your girlfriend was Chinese."
01:02 "Oh, I almost lost my balance from joy."
01:08 Both shows mix humor with touching moments, focusing on the growth and development of
01:12 their entire ensemble.
01:14 If you miss the Cooper's zany dynamic, this is the show for you.
01:18 "How can we both be right?
01:21 We're saying opposite things."
01:23 "Yin and Yang, you have opposite spirits.
01:26 You're equal."
01:27 Number 9.
01:29 Atypical While many theorize that Sheldon might be
01:32 on the autism spectrum, the Big Bang writers have insisted this was never their intention.
01:36 Still, it's hard not to see parallels with atypical Sam Gardner.
01:51 Both struggle to fit in, grapple with social cues, and have mothers who perhaps coddle
01:56 them too much.
01:57 However, while Sheldon would love nothing more than everyone falling in line with his
02:01 worldview, Sam just wants to have the same experience as everyone else.
02:10 Initially, it was criticized for its portrayal of ASD and lack of representation.
02:21 However, the writers listened to the feedback and added more thought, and still plenty of
02:25 humor going forward.
02:34 Number 8.
02:36 Modern Family If one of your favorite parts of Young Sheldon
02:39 was the ensemble scenes, you have to check out Modern Family.
02:42 Just like Young Sheldon, this series thrives on the quirks and eccentricities of family
02:47 members.
02:48 And there are plenty more characters to enjoy, each with their own unique personalities.
03:05 A huge part of Modern Family's charm is its knack for mixing laugh-out-loud humor with
03:09 heartfelt storytelling.
03:11 You'll likely find yourself nodding along, thinking, "Yep, that's totally my family,"
03:15 at least once per episode.
03:18 Also, who wouldn't want to see how Sheldon would fare if he ever faced off with Lily?
03:34 Is it too late to make that happen?
03:46 Number 7.
03:48 Full House If you enjoyed The Wholesome Charm of Young
03:51 Sheldon, you might find a similar appeal in Full House.
04:04 The popular series also revolves around family dynamics, but with a larger cast and even
04:09 more comedic situations.
04:27 Danny Tanner recruits his brother-in-law Jesse and best friend Joey to help raise his three
04:32 daughters after the loss of his wife.
04:34 Both shows capture the warmth and love within a family while also offering heartwarming
04:38 life lessons along the way.
04:45 Plus, if you enjoyed the coming-of-age themes in Young Sheldon, get ready for more of the
04:51 same here.
04:52 If Full House leaves you wanting more, why not jump straight into its sequel, Fuller
04:56 House?
05:07 Number 6.
05:08 Everybody Hates Chris Comedian Chris Rock loosely drew from his
05:12 own coming-of-age journey to create Everybody Hates Chris.
05:15 Set in the 80s, the series chronicles the funny and sometimes awkward escapades of Chris,
05:20 a teenager growing up in a challenging environment.
05:32 It offers a comedic yet poignant snapshot of family life in a working-class setting.
05:36 What makes it special is how it captures the real essence of family interactions, the good
05:41 times, the tough times, and all the moments in between.
05:53 Chris Rock, like Jim Parsons in the sequel, narrates throughout, offering commentary that
05:57 enriches the storyline.
05:59 Aim for the relatable themes and stay for the witty humor.
06:18 Number 5.
06:19 The Wonder Years Travel back to the late 60s and early 70s
06:23 with this series, following the life of Kevin Arnold, a suburban teenager in an average
06:28 American family.
06:29 Chuck Lorre, an executive producer on Young Sheldon, was inspired by its clever use of
06:33 adult Kevin as the narrator, a technique he also used with Jim Parsons in Young Sheldon.
06:41 However, while Young Sheldon focuses mostly on the protagonist's inner world, this series
06:49 boldly confronts events in the broader world.
07:05 It tackles real-life issues while serving up a hefty dose of nostalgia for anyone who
07:09 grew up in those groovier decades.
07:11 So if you're into wholesome family comedies, this one's a must-watch.
07:26 Number 4.
07:27 Malcolm in the Middle Sheldon might never admit it, but when it
07:30 comes to TV kid geniuses, he's in good company.
07:34 We had smart guys T.J. Henderson in the 90s, then there was Malcolm in the 2000s.
07:52 A super intelligent kid growing up in the chaos of family life?
07:56 Sound familiar?
07:57 This show perfectly captured the wild ride of belonging to a rambunctious, budget-conscious
08:01 middle-class family.
08:03 From financial woes to sibling shenanigans.
08:14 Even if you're not one of four, later five brothers, it's hard not to see your own family
08:19 reflected back at you occasionally.
08:20 Plus, the show's humor is sharp and smart, offering clever jokes and witty observations
08:25 that appeal to both adults and children.
08:38 Number 3.
08:39 The Middle As you can tell, there's a bit of a trend
08:42 here.
08:43 Eccentric families, quirky dynamics, and a whole lot of laughter.
08:47 What we love about The Middle is how the Heck Kids have three starkly different personalities.
09:01 There's Axel, the stereotypical teenager who's more into sports than school.
09:06 Sue is a socially awkward ray of sunshine.
09:08 And Brick is your family genius who's happier in the company of books than people.
09:12 Then there are the parents, Frankie and Mike, a relatively down-to-earth couple constantly
09:17 juggling finances and raising three very different children.
09:32 The show finds humor in the ordinary, making it easy to connect with the characters and
09:36 stories.
09:45 Number 2.
09:46 The Goldbergs If you thought Mary Cooper was overbearing,
09:50 clearly you haven't met Beverly Goldberg.
10:01 The Goldbergs enjoys plenty of artistic license as it tells the story of creator Adam Goldberg's
10:06 upbringing in a Jewish family in 1980-something.
10:09 The show is narrated by an adult, Adam, voiced by Patton Oswalt.
10:13 Young Adam lives with his over-the-top "smother," a world-weary grump of a dad, rebellious sister
10:18 Erica, and lovable goofball brother Barry.
10:32 Their pops also makes regular visits.
10:34 You may not want to admit it, but this family is hilariously relatable.
10:38 The humor in The Goldbergs is warm and heartening.
10:41 Each episode feels like a big, cozy, and delightfully dysfunctional family hug.
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11:13 Number 1.
11:14 The Big Bang Theory
11:16 Of course, we couldn't leave out the series that started it all.
11:34 With young Sheldon giving us a deep dive into the formative years of Sheldon Lee Cooper,
11:38 it's the perfect time to revisit The Big Bang Theory.
11:41 The prequel has been like a seven-season Easter egg hunt, revealing the roots of Sheldon's
11:45 quirks and behaviors.
11:58 Now when you watch the original series, you'll appreciate the origins of Bazinga, Sheldon's
12:03 passion for comic books, and his aversion to driving.
12:07 While you can't watch The Big Bang Theory for the first time again, experiencing it
12:11 with all this newfound backstory makes it feel like you're watching it in a whole new
12:15 light.
12:25 Which TV show do you wish young Sheldon had a crossover with?
12:28 Let us know in the comments.
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