All good things must come to an end and no one is likely more sorry to see The Big Bang Theory end than the executives at CBS. Though there were discussions about possibly continuing TV’s top comedy past its 12th season, CBS and Warner Bros. TV announced today that there won’t be a 13th season. The final year of The Big Bang Theory will begin airing September 24th and will conclude in May 2019 with lots of fanfare and big ratings.
Here’s the announcement:
TELEVISION’S #1 COMEDY, THE BIG BANG THEORY, TO END IN 2019 AS THE LONGEST-RUNNING MULTI-CAMERA COMEDY SERIES IN TV HISTORY
THE EMMY-NOMINATED SERIES WILL DEBUT ITS 12TH AND FINAL SEASON ON SEPTEMBER 24
BURBANK, Calif. (August 22, 2018) – The number one comedy in the world, The Big Bang Theory, will end its successful run in May 2019 as the longest-running multi-camera series in television history. Warner Bros. Television and Chuck Lorre Productions will bring the Emmy-nominated comedy series to a close at the end of season 12 with a record-breaking 279 episodes.
In a joint statement, Warner Bros. Television, CBS and Chuck Lorre Productions said, “We are forever grateful to our fans for their support of The Big Bang Theory during the past twelve seasons. We, along with the cast, writers and crew, are extremely appreciative of the show’s success and aim to deliver a final season, and series finale, that will bring The Big Bang Theory to an epic creative close.”
The final season of The Big Bang Theory will debut Monday, September 24 (8/7c) on CBS before moving to its regular time period on Thursday, September 27 (8/7c).
The series, which debuted in 2007 and airs in syndication around the world, has received 52 Emmy(R) nominations and 10 wins to date (though has never won for Outstanding Comedy Series), and 7 Golden Globe(R) nominations.
In addition to centering many of its episodes in the worlds of science and technology, The Big Bang Theory enjoys a healthy appreciation and support from the scientific community at large, including having a bee species (Euglossa bazinga), a jellyfish species (Bazinga Rieki) and a monkey at the Columbus Zoo (Dr. Sheldon Cooper) named in the show’s honor.
In 2015, the first-ever UCLA scholarship created by and named for a television series, The Big Bang Theory Scholarship support undergraduate students in need of financial aid who are pursuing their higher education Endowment, was established to in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
The Big Bang Theory is executive produced by Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady, Steven Molaro and Steve Holland. The series stars Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Mayim Bialik and Melissa Rauch. The Big Bang Theory is produced by Chuck Lorre Productions, Inc., in association with Warner Bros. Television.
What do you think? Are you a fan of The Big Bang Theory TV show? Are you sorry that there won’t be a 13th season or, do you think the series should end?
I wish it wasn’t ending but its understanding that it is congrats on 12 year Run
I knew it was going to be unwatchable when Johnny Galecki wasn’t gonna be the star but rather co-star. As awesome a actor whom I’ve been a huge fan since Christmas Vacation. He wasn’t gonna be able to carry the whole show. Remember this is just my opinion but by far the worst actor/character was the lead guy he has no skill first time I saw him on the show asky wife put a pillow ony face than sit on me. Cause this guy literally sucks my life force from even a 10sec commercial clip
Only longest by one season previous was Cheers quite frankly Big Bang is by far say top 10 working at 2 worst sitcom ever 1 was 3rd Rock
I have watched evry show they made. I will miss very much.I thank they should keep going but I get it. I can still keep watching reruns. It want be the same. I wish all the cast well.
I love the show. I’ve seen every episode even though I didn’t find it for a season or two. I’ll miss it because the characters have evolved into complex people. Not only will I miss the principles but their extended family members, too. I expect Raj to find true love in the final season. Stuart needs to get together with his very tall assistant manager. I don’t think I want the others to have major life changes such as pregnancies or taking a job in another state. It would be great if Penny gets a fantastic acting job, though. I… Read more »
no ill be upset when goes off
This is one of, if not my favorite show, and I am very sad to see it end.
Well, despite liking this show it has declined in quality over the years. I’ll watch their farewell season, but hopefully this last season will be their best season. Or one of them.
Is it less funny to you because the men have grown up? Twelve years without growth would have meant the same jokes, year in and year out. The series wouldn’t have lasted more than five years.
It was a wonderful experience to see a collection of special human beings portrayed in such a
realistic and intelligent comedy. I appreciated the way in which the characters lives evolved. I also appreciate the fact that I can explain my 6-year old grandson’s Sheldon-like behaviors with one word: Sheldon. He’s been wearing cowboy boots since he was 3 years old. His observations about life in general, are very Sheldon-like. I will be very sad to see the program end and I will watch the re-runs over and over again.
I can’t agree with it more!
Sad news, I’d love another cliffhanger with Amy in labor!
So heartbroken over this news. Love the show. this show showed it was ok to be smart. I’ll miss it
Very sad to hear this. We love the BIG BANG!
This is such bad news! Although I know unrealistic, would’ve been great for it to go on forever!
I will miss it.