The Big Bang Theory: Is the CBS TV Series Cancelled or Renewed for Season 13?

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Vulture Watch

Will it end with a whimper or a bang? Is The Big Bang Theory TV show cancelled or renewed for a 13th season on CBS? The television vulture is watching all the latest TV cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of The Big Bang Theory, season 13. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?  
 

What’s This TV Show About?

A CBS sitcom, The Big Bang Theory stars Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Mayim Bialik, Simon Helberg, Melissa Rauch, Kunal Nayyar, and Kaley Cuoco. The story revolves around a group of brilliant scientists who are still somewhat socially inept, despite their progress over the years. The final season kicks off with not only Leonard (Galecki) and Penny (Cuoco), and Howard (Helberg) and Bernadette (Rauch) married, Sheldon (Parsons) and Amy (Bialik) are also now joined in connubial bliss.
 

Season 12 Ratings

The 12th season of The Big Bang Theory averaged a 2.28 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 13.22 million viewers. Compared to season 11, that’s down by 17% and 6%, respectively. Find out how The Big Bang Theory stacks up against the other CBS TV shows.
 

Telly’s Take

Don’t spend the season wondering whether CBS will cancel or renew The Big Bang Theory for season 13. They previously announced this would be the comedy’s 12th and final season. Still, I’ll keep an eye on the Nielsens and update this page with breaking developments. Subscribe for free news and The Big Bang Theory cancellation or renewal alerts.
 

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What do you think? Is The Big Bang Theory TV series ending at the right time? If it were up to you, would CBS cancel or renew The Big Bang Theory for season 13?