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The television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows each season, hoping each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2024-25 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2024-25 network TV shows -- through the end of week 48.

New ABC TV series this season (so far): Doctor Odyssey, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Golden Bachelorette, High Potential, Match Game, Scamanda, and Shifting Gears.

New CBS TV series this season (so far): Big Brother: Unlocked,...

Could Georgie (Montana Jordan) be headed down a dark path in Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage Season 2? A new set image shared by showrunner Steve Molaro seems to hint so. In the photo shared on Instagram, Jordan is seen posing with his fists clenched, with a black eye, hinting at a possible violent storyline for the character. Georgie is a lot of things, but violent is not one of them, so it'll be interesting to see what pushes him to this point. Could it be an ungrateful customer in his new business, or could it be a certain ex who is now working with his wife? "Is it real? Makeup?...

The television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows each season, hoping each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2024-25 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2024-25 network TV shows -- through the end of week 47.

New ABC TV series this season (so far): Doctor Odyssey, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Golden Bachelorette, High Potential, Match Game, Scamanda, and Shifting Gears.

New CBS TV series this season (so far): Big Brother: Unlocked,...

The 2025 Emmy Awards have once again highlighted the tools behind television’s most cinematic moments. Looking across all 20 nominated productions, we see a fascinating balance between long-established champions like Sony and Arri and some unexpected entrants (Dji Ronin 4D) that prove how dynamic the world of cinematography has become.

The Heroes of Adolescence: Dji Ronin 4D, and Cooke SP3 32mm Emmys 2025: Camera (and lenses) list

Before diving into the cameras themselves, it is important to recognize the source of this data. Each year, IndieWire publishes its comprehensive Emmys Cinematographers Camera Survey, which has become one of the most valuable resources for anyone tracking cinematography trends. By speaking directly with the directors of photography behind nominated productions, IndieWire compiles unique insights into the creative and technical decisions that shape award-winning television. This year’s survey is no exception. It provides not only raw information on camera and lens packages but...

Even though "The Big Bang Theory" came to an end in 2018 when Jim Parsons unexpectedly stepped away from the show after 12 seasons, we still live under its shadow as one of the most-watched TV shows to this day, and three spin-offs that keep its legacy alive.

First, "Young Sheldon," which gave star Jim Parsons the opportunity to dig deeper into his immortal character as a young genius. After that came "Georgie And Mandy's First Marriage," which put Sheldon to bed so it could explore what his more average family members are up to when he's not around. And now flying at us faster than the speed of light is "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe," a HBO Max comedy about that gives comic shop nerds Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman) and Barry Kripke (John Ross Bowie) the "Rosencrans and Gildernstern Are Dead" treatment as they try, and presumably fail, to save...

Although episodes of “Beyond the Gates” had been available to view as an On Demand option with only four episodes available at a time after a one week delay from originally being broadcast on CBS, Pluto TV, the Fast (free ad-supported television) service owned by Paramount, announced on Thursday that it has formally launched a dedicated channel for the daytime drama series which allows fans new and old to watch the soap opera live 24/7.

The dedicated “Beyond the Gates” channel on Pluto TV features more than 90 episodes of the series at launch, with additional episodes joining the channel eight days after their CBS premiere. Meanwhile, the On Demand option to watch the four most recent episodes at any given time remains available.

To watch the soap through its dedicated Pluto TV channel, click here, or check for it under the Daytime TV section under the Pluto TV channel lineup. To...

The television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows each season, hoping each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2024-25 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2024-25 network TV shows -- through the end of week 46.

New ABC TV series this season (so far): Doctor Odyssey, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Golden Bachelorette, High Potential, Match Game, Scamanda, and Shifting Gears.

New CBS TV series this season (so far): Big Brother: Unlocked, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, Matlock, NCIS: Origins, Poppa's House, The Summit, and Watson.Read More…...

As its siblings over at HBO/HBO Max celebrate a massive Emmy nomination haul, a good chunk of their shows come from Warner Bros. TV Group — and both studio and platform were toasting their joint drama series nod for “The Pitt” and limited series nod for “The Penguin.” All told, Warner Bros. TV Group scored 60 nominations for the 77th Emmys — which it says is the most of any traditional studio this year. Leading the pack: 24 noms for “The Penguin,” 13 for “The Pitt,” seven for Apple TV+’s “Shrinking,” six for ABC’s “Abbott Elementary”, five for NBC’s “The Voice,” four for Apple TV+’s “Presumed Innocent” and one for CBS’ “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage.”

Variety recently spoke with Channing Dungey, the chairman/CEO, Warner Bros. Television Group and (for now) Wbd US Networks, to talk about the studio’s Emmy haul, what’s next for “The Pitt,” “Presumed Innocent” and (possibly) “The Penguin,...

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage Season 2 premieres on October 16, 2025, on CBS, and we cannot wait to return to one of television's most beloved couples as they navigate raising their daughter CeCe. Unlike its predecessor, Young Sheldon, the spin-off is filmed in front of a live studio audience with tickets available for fans to attend tapings with dates running through Tuesday, December 16. With taping kicking off this past Tuesday, August 5, we now have some lovely pictures from behind the scenes featuring some of the show's beloved cast.

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage was co-created by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, and Steve Holland. To celebrate the start of production, co-creator Molaro took to his social media account to share images from set. One image captures Mandy (Emily Osment), back in front of a camera, helping the citizens of Medford with their weather updates. “Season 2, Day 1!,” read Molaro's caption. Series star, Osment, would not...

The television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows each season, hoping each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2024-25 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2024-25 network TV shows -- through the end of week 45.

New ABC TV series this season (so far): Doctor Odyssey, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Golden Bachelorette, High Potential, Match Game, Scamanda, and Shifting Gears.

New CBS TV series this season (so far): Big Brother: Unlocked, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, Matlock, NCIS: Origins, Poppa's House, The Summit, and Watson.Read More…...

The first season of the Young Sheldon spin-off, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, was a success for CBS in more ways than one. The cracks which are likely to lead to a divorce between the show's protagonists, Georgie Cooper (Montana Jordan) and Mandy McAllister (Emily Osment) have already begun to appear despite the fact that the pair both love each other. Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage will not be returning to TV for Season 2 until October 16, but the CBS comedy series is getting to work already as taping for upcoming episodes is set to commence. Unlike its predecessor, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage is filmed in front of a live studio audience. According to the ticketing site, production on Season 2 begins on Tuesday, August 5. Yes, you heard that right. Today. Tickets are currently available for fans to attend tapings with dates running through Tuesday, December 16.

Taping dates are already set...

Chuck Lorre’s newest sitcom introduces standup comedian Leanne Morgan as a middle-aged, church-going Tennessee woman whose life is turned upside down when her husband of 33 years leaves her. Leanne is a protagonist not often seen on TV, finally satisfying the hunger that Morgan has seen from women her age while on tour.

“I knew that I was in a lane by myself, and that my demographic had been ignored, and Hollywood has ignored them … I see all the time, when I’m on stage, how hungry they are for something that depicts their life and something authentic,” Morgan told TheWrap, thanking Lorre on behalf of women and their husbands in the middle of the U.S. for crafting one of the only shows centered on on the group.

“It is a vacuum — those stories are not being told about their lives, and I just saw that as an opportunity...

The television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows each season, hoping each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2024-25 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2024-25 network TV shows -- through the end of week 44.

New ABC TV series this season (so far): Doctor Odyssey, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Golden Bachelorette, High Potential, Match Game, Scamanda, and Shifting Gears.

New CBS TV series this season (so far): Big Brother: Unlocked, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, Matlock, NCIS: Origins, Poppa's House, The Summit, and Watson.Read More…...

Now that David Ellison’s Skydance has secured the keys to Paramount Global, what toys await him inside the company’s intellectual property chest?

After a nail-biting federal approval process that inspired backlash, Ellison and team have not only secured a legacy distributor, but a trove of content in various stages of production and development.

As the new Skydance-Paramount team prepares to set leadership (Paramount Global co-ceo Chris McCarthy is already out; Paramount Pictures CEO Brian Robbins is expected to depart imminently; CBS honcho George Cheeks is the only leader pegged to stay with the new team), here’s what they’ve got on the board:

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Robbins became president and CEO of Paramount Pictures in 2021, following a fraught tenure led by veteran movie executive Jim Gianopulos. Robbins, a teen star who became a powerful family content executive at Nickelodeon, helped boost the volume of original film production and...

Back in 2022, a new CBS sitcom was announced that would see Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. playing a father-son duo. At the time, Deadline described "Poppa's House" as "a dream on-screen sitcom pairing [that's been] two decades in the making," and while that may have been a bit of an exaggeration, it was at least exciting to hear that Wayans Sr. was returning to network comedy following his successful ABC series "My Wife and Kids." That early 2000s sitcom ran for five seasons and became a beloved part of many a millennial's childhood. As such, Damon Wayans returning to multi-camera comedy seemed like it could be a success — especially if that comedy also starred his real-life son, with whom he had an undeniable comedic chemistry as evidenced by their previous collaborations.

"My Wife and Kids" also featured Wayans Jr. in a recurring role, before the actor went on to star in...

The wait is almost over as CBS has revealed the official premiere date for Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage Season 2. The first season aired on October 17, 2024, and since then, not only has it been praised by fans and critics alike, but the show's viewership has also led to CBS ordering a full-season run, which was immediately renewed before the season finale aired. Now, the McAllister-Cooper family returns this October, as both Georgie Cooper (Montana Jordan) and Mandy McAllister (Emily Osment) enter the next chapter of their married life.

Season 1 of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage took place months after the series finale of Young Sheldon, with Georgie living in the McAllister household, attempting to maintain good relations with his in-laws. Throughout the show, the young couple experienced multiple ups and downs as they navigated married life, while also dealing with other issues, such as work, in-laws, family drama, and various challenges,...

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage may have wrapped its first season earlier this year, but the Young Sheldon spinoff will return for more family hijinks in Season 2 on CBS this fall. While the show may not return for a while amid the ongoing summer break, CBS has already revealed when Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Season 2 will air. Additionally, there are already plenty of details we know about the next chapter, ranging from who is slated to return for upcoming episodes to potential plots and more. Below, we’re breaking down everything you need to know so far, and stay tuned for additional details surrounding Season 2 as they emerge in the weeks ahead. When will Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Season 2 Premiere? Season 2 of Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage will air during the 2025-2026 TV season, with the exact premiere date slated for Thursday, October 16th. The show will hold onto the Thursday 8/7c timeslot.

Before she took on the role of Mandy in Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, Emily Osment was known for playing Miley Cyrus’ on-screen Bff in the Disney hit Hannah Montana. However, the reality was far from what appeared on screen. Though playing best friends on TV, both Osment and Cyrus had a hard time getting along, especially after the show blew up to be such a huge hit.

Osment reflected on the same on the Chicks in the Office podcast, sharing that the success of the series appeared to have changed her relationship with Cyrus. “I mean, Miley used to come with me to my school dances and, like, nobody knew who she was and then immediately everything changed,” she shared. “And that was very strange.”

Cyrus has also opened up about how the two were put to compete against each other. And no matter how much they “tried to be friends,...

CBS is shaking up its fall schedule as the network pushes upcoming “FBI” spinoff series “CIA” to a midseason debut.

“CIA,” which stars Tom Ellis and was slated for a fall premire, will debut midseason, with sophomore series “Watson,” which was slotted for a midseason premiere, filling the fall time slot, the network revealed Friday.

The decision to push “CIA” to midseason was made to give the new show, part of the “FBI” franchise, additional time to ensure its success, an individual with knowledge told TheWrap. As part of that process, Warren Leight (“Law & Order: Svu”) has replaced David Hudgins as its showrunner.

The writers’ room for “CIA” is currently up and running and casting for additional roles beyond Ellis will begin shortly, with production slated to begin in the fall.

“CIA” will premiere alongside new “Yellowstone” spinoff, “Y: Marshals,” “Harlan Coben’s Final Twist” and “America’s Culinary Cup,...

Annie Potts has joined the cast of “Best Medicine,” Fox’s upcoming U.S. adaptation of the hit U.K. medical dramedy “Doc Martin.”

The series stars Josh Charles as Martin Best, a brilliant surgeon whose gruff, lone-wolf attitude sticks out when he moves from Boston to a quaint fishing town in Maine. Underneath his harsh exterior he masks debilitating psychological issues that prevent him from connecting with others, but that stands to change as he gets dragged into the chaotic social sphere of the locals.

Potts will play Martin’s aunt Joan, who is described as “strong, sturdy, lobster woman who still goes out every day on her boat, and no one better tell her to stop if they know what’s good for them. She’s salt of the earth and underneath her stern demeanor she has a heart as big as the sea. She loves her small...

The “Big Bang Theory” spinoff “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe” has officially been greenlit at HBO Max, Variety has learned.

The show was originally announced as being in development back in April 2023. As previously reported, the cast of the series is made up of “Big Bang Theory” alums Kevin Sussman, Lauren Lapkus, Brian Posehn, and John Ross Bowie. The series hails from co-creators Chuck Lorre, Zak Penn, and Bill Prady.

“We’re excited to be continuing the legacy of ‘The Big Bang Theory.’ Much like the original series, this new chapter wouldn’t be possible without the vision and storytelling brilliance of Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, as well as Zak Penn, who has brought fresh insight and a distinctive voice to an already exceptional creative team,” said Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO and HBO Max Content.

HBO Max has also officially confirmed plot details for the show for the first time.

More than two years after HBO Max announced that Chuck Lorre was developing a new show “derived from” The Big Bang Theory, the streaming service has handed a series order to single-camera comedy Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.

The official pickup, which was announced Wednesday, comes with an incredibly intriguing synopsis that paves the way for Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons and the rest of the original cast to theoretically… one day… possibly return:

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Georgie & Mandy's First Marriagehas found a comfortable place for itself at the top of the streaming charts.

Per Flix Patrol, the first season of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage has settled into the seventh spot on the top ten list for streaming shows on HBO Max for June 27. Currently, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage is ahead of Married... with Children, This City Is Ours, and La Promesa, while the top spot on the list is dominated by Rick and Morty, largely thanks to the release of its own latest season.

A spinoff of Young Sheldon, which itself was a prequel to The Big Bang Theory, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage premiered on CBS in 2024 to largely positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The series features Montana Jordan and Emily Osment in reprisals of their roles as Georgie Cooper and Mandy McAllister. Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage rounds out its core cast...

When actress Annie Potts said, “It was amazing that I survived,” she wasn’t being dramatic. That’s right – long before she brought the feisty yet warm Connie “Meemaw” Tucker to life in Young Sheldon, Potts faced a terrifying accident that could’ve easily ended her life. This heartbreaking setback happened when she was 21 years old and was brutally hit by a drunk driver, leaving her with severe fractures.

But she got through that pain and came back stronger than ever. Let’s dive deeper into her story and how she fought her own quiet battle behind the scenes.

Young Sheldon’s Annie Potts Survived a Terrifying Crash That Changed Her Life Forever Iain Armitage and Annie Potts in a still from Young Sheldon | Credits: CBS Network

Before she became the lovable Meemaw and Sheldon’s favorite person on Young Sheldon, actress Annie Potts lived through something truly life-changing. That...

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage is likely bringing back the series' only true antagonist in its upcoming second season.

Speaking to TV Line, series co-creator and showrunner Steve Holland confirmed that it would "be lovely to have [Matt Letscher] back" for the hotly-anticipated second season of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage. "It would be nice to have an antagonist [for Georgie and Ruben to] butt up against, and Matt’s so great [as Fred Fagenbacher]," Holland said. "He's the antagonist in our show, and he always plays it with a bit of a smile on his face, and a little of that Southern, bless-your-heart, knife-in-your-back kind of charm, which I think is great."

Letscher made his debut as Fred Fagenbacher in the eleventh episode of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, entitled "Working for the Enemy." Fagenbacher is introduced as not only the business rival of Jim McAllister's tire shop, but Jim's personal nemesis after having dated his wife,...

Sitcom sets can be iconic and highly recognizable. In fact, the main apartment sets on "Friends" and "Frasier" or the "Cheers" set that's based on a real Boston bar (which caused some big problems) can easily become so familiar that devoted fans will absolutely notice if something major is amiss with them. Because of this, "Young Sheldon" aficionados who have moved on to scratch their "The Big Bang Theory"-verse itch with "Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage" might have caught that something was off in season 1, episode 12, "Typhoid Georgie."

The episode features the shocking return of George Cooper Sr. (Lance Barber), whose death was a major event in Sheldon Cooper's (Jim Parsons) life on "The Big Bang Theory." This tragic incident (which "Young Sheldon" and "The Big Bang Theory" co-creator Chuck Lorre actually regrets) is fully depicted in "Young Sheldon," where George Sr. dies in season 7, episode 12, "A New...

Very few things trouble Jim McAllister (Will Sasso) in Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage. The first is his son, who appears to have no direction in life, and the second is business. The latter kept him in constant competition with a nemesis from their youth, and that rivalry persists to this day. The power of this feud is increased by his rival, Fred Fagenbacher (Matt Letscher)'s unrivaled ability to punch where it hurts the most. Fred was looking to buy McAllister Auto and Tire Shop at the end of the first season, but Georgie (Montana Jordan) and Ruben (Jessie Prez) swooped in and bought it, leaving the fate of Fred's future on the show uncertain. “Like Chris [Gorham], it’d be lovely to have him back,” showrunner Steve Holland told TV Line when they asked if Fred would return for Season 2. Holland revealed that he was a fan of the character...

"The Big Bang Theory" is one of the most successful network sitcoms in the history of television, and, given that we're only six years removed from the end of its 12-season run, it shouldn't come as much of a surprise that the spin-off series are still coming. Though "Young Sheldon" concluded its run last year, the direct sequel, "Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage," leapt right into the void to keep fans of the show engaged. Since all of these series have, thus far, been Nielsen ratings juggernauts, it makes sense that creator Chuck Lorre has decided to throw another spin-off into the mix. After all, if "All in the Family" could have multiple spin-offs running at the same time in the 1970s, why not see if fans will make time for one other show that takes place in this immensely popular universe?

The next series up should be "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,...

The "Young Sheldon" sequel spin-off and "Big Bang Theory" prequel, "Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage," begins almost immediately in the aftermath of a massive, tragic loss. Cooper family patriarch, George Sr. (Lance Barber) passed away suddenly from a heart attack, leaving the family bereft. Sheldon (Iain Armitage) has left for college and Georgie (Montana Jordan) has started his life with his wife Mandy (Emily Osment) and their infant daughter, CeeCee, leaving the family split while still reeling. In the series' first season, however, there was one chance for Barber to reprise his role as George Sr., because the character appears to Georgie in a dream, helping to guide him forward in his life.

As wonderful as the elder George is, Jordan has shared that it was extremely unlikely we would ever see Barber return in the role on the series, because narratively, they had simply moved past that point. George Sr.

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage Season 2 finds Mandy (Emily Osment) moving up in the world. Everything about her current life is about to change as she becomes Channel 7's weather girl on a more permanent basis. As it happens when people change jobs, they lose touch with coworkers who had become friends. For Mandy, it's her fellow waitress at the diner, Beth (Casey Wilson). “Building out that [Channel 7] world is going to be important,” showrunner Steve Holland told TV Line when asked if Mandy will now make other friends after leaving the diner. However, the show won't discard Mandy's former life because she and Beth are genuine friends. Holland explained:

“Just because she’s not at the diner doesn’t mean that Casey’s character won’t still be a part of Mandy’s world. We love her. She’s a terrific actress and it’s nice for Mandy to have a friend.

As the 2024-25 TV season winds down, it’s not surprising that Netflix series dominated multiplatform ratings given the streamer’s reach. Still, a number of broadcast hits — from CBS’ “Tracker” and “Matlock” to ABC’s “High Potential” — broke up its domination of the list of most-watched shows.

Netflix accounted for 10 of the top 15 series across broadcast, cable and streaming, with “Squid Game” and “Adolescence” leading the pack with 27.1 million and 19 million viewers, respectively, according to live-plus-35-day viewing figures through April 6.

Broadcasters, however, took over from there, as CBS’ “Tracker” followed in third place with 17.4 million crossplatform viewers, while ABC’s “High Potential” and CBS’ “Matlock” took the No. 5 and 6 spots on the list with 16.1 million viewers and 16 million viewers, respectively.

Christopher Smith for TheWrap

While Prime Video’s “Reacher” (17.3 million) and Paramount+’s “Landman” (15.8 million) snuck into the top 10, Netflix took the No. 8-15 spots with “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,...

It’s become a bit of a cliché to say “broadcast’s back,” since, of course, it never really left. Just ask the fans of “NCIS,” “Law & Order: Svu” or “Grey’s Anatomy,” shows that have been on the air for decades — and launched when Netflix was only known for mailing DVDs to your house.

But there’s also some truth to this year’s network TV rebirth. This was a strong season for the traditional linear outlets — two of the most-watched new shows, period, were ABC’s “High Potential” and CBS’ “Matlock.” And the third-most-watched program overall was the Eye’s “Tracker,” beaten only by Netflix phenomena “Squid Game” and “Adolescence.”

We know all of this because Nielsen’s multiplatform ratings are finally here, and for the first time since the dawn of the streaming revolution, we can see apples-to-apples comparisons of how shows across the TV landscape are doing.

It's safe to say that when Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady created "The Big Bang Theory," they did not foresee the series becoming a 12-season juggernaut of a sitcom that, 18 years after its premiere, is still chugging on its second spinoff — one that features characters who were rarely, if ever, seen in the original series.

Even though "The Big Bang Theory" was a top-10 Nielsen-rated show from season 5 onward, Lorre and his writers waited until close to the end of its run to introduce the show's fans to "Young Sheldon." Though the show borrowed heavily from the nostalgia-infused "The Wonder Years" to strike the right wistful tone, fans of Jim Parsons' Sheldon Cooper found themselves profoundly moved by the funny-melancholy tale of his childhood. They were also surprised to discover that Sheldon's father, George Sr., the man he'd referred to as a drunken philanderer on "The Big Bang Theory,...

A few years after The Big Bang Theory wrapped up its wildly successful 12-season run and not long after Young Sheldon said goodbye after seven heartfelt seasons, Chuck Lorre decided it was time to dip back into the universe he helped build. Enter Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage — a brand-new spinoff that follows Montana Jordan’s Georgie Cooper and Emily Osment’s Mandy McAllister as they step into early parenthood and married life in 1994.

Premiering on October 17, 2024, the show may seem like it’s flying under the radar for now, but those who’ve tuned in are starting to see its charm. Built as a sequel to Young Sheldon, this series carries the same characters forward while reshaping the vibe into something a little more traditional — and surprisingly heartwarming.

Even though the show has just begun with only one season out yet, it’s already managed to build a cozy corner in the sitcom world,...

Prequels are tricky narrative propositions. In many cases, they're cynically conceived to wring out whatever juice still remains in a film or television franchise. They're often unsatisfying in a storytelling sense, leaving viewers ticking off the minutes or episodes until they arrive at the starting point of the thing they loved in the first place.

And yet there are exceptions. Tony Gilroy just completed a "Star Wars" prequel masterclass with the second season of "Andor," which leads into the emotionally devastating "Rogue One." Meanwhile, Vince Gilligan arguably topped the towering achievement of "Breaking Bad" with the crushingly tragic Slippin' Jimmy spinoff "Better Call Saul." Prequels are not automatically artistic dead ends. Many fans of "The Big Bang Theory" have discovered this over the last eight years with the surprisingly poignant "Young Sheldon" and its follow-up "Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage."

Creators Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, and Steve Holland have taken...

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Being a fan of a multi-cam sitcom these days is extremely heartbreaking as most of these types of sitcoms get canceled very soon, and at a time like this, in came Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. Soon after its release, the audience realized that they finally had a sitcom that they could enjoy. So, it is certainly welcome news that CBS has chosen to renew it for a second season.

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage is the spin-off of CBS’s Young Sheldon, which was a spin-off of The Big Bang Theory. Created by Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro, and Steve Holland, the CBS series follows the married life of Georgie Cooper and Mandy McAllister as they move into Mandy’s parents’ home and Georgie begins working for Mandy’s dad at his tire shop.

The comedy series recently aired its Season 1 finale,...

Killing off George Cooper Sr. (Lance Barber) in "The Big Bang Theory" is one of creator Chuck Lorre's biggest regrets. The sitcom reveals that he died when Sheldon Cooper (Jim Parsons) was a teenager -- an idea that came to Lorre and the gang before they even thought about making a prequel series centered around the socially awkward physicist's upbringing. However, "Young Sheldon" eventually became a thing, and everyone went into it knowing that George's death was more inevitable than Thanos. But while his controversial cheating storyline was retconned, there was no going back in regard to George's fateful outcome, and viewers bore witness to a plot thread they dreaded from the show's inception.

Of course, George's journey on "Young Sheldon" isn't entirely depressing. The sitcom keeps the beer-drinking football coach alive for seven seasons, allowing him to become a fleshed-out character who is more caring and lovable than...

After the Big Bang Theory prequel series Young Sheldon came to an end, the story of Georgie (Montana Jordan) and Mandy (Emily Osment) has continued in the sequel series Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage. The first season has just been wrapped up, and there's more to come, as it was previously renewed for Season 2.

After the Season 1 finale, which hinted that there may be some complications coming up for Georgie and Mandy's bond, the series was discussed by executive producer Steve Holland in an interview with TVLine. Holland was asked about the title and how the team feels about it after the first season played out. While he admitted that the plans for future seasons are not set in stone, the idea of the show has always been to explore the "troubles" that the couple's marriage will inevitably have. That left no regrets about picking the show's title.

"I mean,...

The Season 1 finale of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage has finally aired, and it introduces a new character, Scott, played by Christopher Gorham. With Season 2 already greenlit, there are concerns about whether a different actor will play this character given Gorham's commitments on another major CBS show. However, showrunner Steve Hollandreveals that it shouldn't be an issue and that it's possible to make things work.

Holland said in a recent interview with TVLine that despite Gorham's latest role in the CBS series Sheriff Country, it is still possible for him to play his Georgie & Mandy character. Holland reveals that the Georgie & Mandy team have no intention of recasting, nor do they want to, and since the same network produces both shows, it is possible to work something out with the Sheriff Country team. However, due to the other show being set out in the country, it might pose a challenge.

"We don’t want to recast.

According to Deadline.com, CBS did renew Georgie And Mandy's First Marriage for a brand new season 2. The renewal announcement came pretty early too. They renewed it back in February 2025. Currently, it's not yet known how many episodes the new season 2 will receive or when it will premiere, but we're guessing it'll get another 22-episode order and start up in the Fall of 2025. We're being told that Georgie And Mandy's First Marriage is CBS' highest-rated comedy series. So, it's no wonder that CBS decided to renew it early. During the season 2 renewal, CBS also renewed a lot of their other shows. Amy Reisenbach who is the president of CBS Entertainment had some wonderful things to say about all the shows they renewed stating, "This season, our new and returning series continue to showcase CBS as the leader in launching and programming the biggest hits with mass appeal for broadcast and streaming viewers.

Spoiler Alert: This interview contains spoilers from “Guilt Boots” and “Big Decisions,” the two-part Season 1 finale of CBS’ “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage.”

Emily Osment has become a staple in Chuck Lorre’s TV universe. After guest-starring on his CBS series “Two and a Half Men” and “Mom,” Osment recurred on “The Kominsky Method,” which ran for three seasons on Netflix. In 2022, she was offered a one-time guest spot on CBS’ “Young Sheldon,” the hit “Big Bang Theory” prequel, then in its fifth season.

“I’m a huge fan of Annie Potts, and went in and had a couple really fun days,” Osment tells Variety. “The next week, they called me back and wanted to have me come back in, and then I kept getting that call. I did two full seasons with them after that. It was the greatest decision of my life to be like, ‘Yeah, sure! I...

Note: This story contains spoilers from “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” Season 1, Episode 22.

Montana Jordan’s Georgie took one step closer to becoming the tire magnate depicted in “The Big Bang Theory” in the “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” Season 1 finale, as he bought the tire shop from Mandy’s dad, Jim (Will Sasso).

The change was set up in the season’s penultimate episode, which saw Jim considering a potential sale of the store, citing that Georgie Sr. (Lance Barber) was younger than him when he died. While Jim considered an offer from his rival, Georgie steps up in the finale with an offer to buy the shop — a choice that EP Steve Holland said comes out of Georgie’s “youthful confidence.”

“He just jumps in and believes he can do it,” Holland told TheWrap, adding that there’s a bit of Georgie in Jordan, himself, as the “Young...

On Thursday May 15 2025, CBS broadcasts Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage!

Guilt Boots Season 1 Episode 22 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage,” titled “Guilt Boots,” promises to bring some tension and drama to the screen. This episode will air on CBS, and fans are eager to see how the story unfolds.

In this episode, Georgie finds himself in a state of panic when he discovers that Jim is thinking about selling the tire store. The thought of Jim selling to his rival adds a layer of stress for Georgie, who has always been invested in the store’s success. Viewers can expect to see Georgie trying to find a way to stop this sale, which could change everything for him and the community.

Meanwhile, Mandy faces her own set of challenges. She is forced to confront a long-running lie that has been weighing on her conscience. This...

On Thursday May 15 2025, CBS broadcasts Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage!

Big Decisions Season 1 Episode 21 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage,” titled “Big Decisions,” promises to deliver plenty of drama and excitement. This episode will air on CBS and is sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

In this episode, tensions escalate when Georgie uncovers some surprising information about Mandy’s boss. This revelation leads to a series of confrontations and difficult choices for both Georgie and Mandy. As they navigate this new challenge, viewers will see how trust and communication play a crucial role in their relationship.

Meanwhile, Georgie is determined to buy the tire store before Jim sells it. His efforts to secure the purchase will showcase his dedication and ambition. The stakes are high, and Georgie’s commitment to making this deal happen adds another layer of intensity to the episode.

CBS is scheduled to dish up another new episode of their new comedy series Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage tonight, May 8, 2025, and it will feature Georgie absolutely wearing himself out by trying to please multiple people and more. This episode is the 20th one for this current, premiere season 1. According to CBS's official episode 20 press release intel, this episode is officially labeled/titled, "Ladies Love Brunch." This episode will feature new scenes from Georgie, Mandy, Audrey and more. The preview intel from CBS' press release is telling us that Georgie will definitely spread himself thin as he will attempt to try and please his mother, his mother-in-law and Mandy all at the same time on Mother's Day. Elsewhere, Audrey will express a desire to meet Connor's girlfriend.

Despite closing out the 2024-25 TV season as the most-watched broadcast network, CBS had to make some tough calls in canceling popular series like “The Equalizer,” “S.W.A.T.” and two “FBI” spinoffs from the 2025-26 lineup — cancellations that might have upset fans, but which seem self-explanatory breaking down where they ranked in this season’s ratings.

It comes as no surprise the network’s shining stars “Tracker” and “Matlock,” which earned a Season 2 renewal after just two episodes, continued their dominance throughout the season, wrapping up as the two most-watched broadcast series according to Nielsen live-plus-35-day multiplatform figures. The Justin Hartley-led procedural averaged 17.5 million viewers while Kathy Bates’ twisty legal reboot closed out its first season with 16.1 million viewers.

While ABC’s “High Potential” and “Will Trent” snuck into the top eight broadcast shows with 16.1 million and 11.6 million viewers in the No. 3 and No. 6 spots, respectively, CBS was home...

On Thursday May 8 2025, CBS broadcasts Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage!

Ladies Love Brunch Season 1 Episode 20 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage,” titled “Ladies Love Brunch,” promises to bring a mix of humor and heart. Set to air on CBS, this episode focuses on Georgie’s challenge of managing multiple important women in his life on Mother’s Day. With his mother, mother-in-law, and wife Mandy all vying for his attention, viewers can expect some comical moments as Georgie tries to keep everyone happy.

As the day unfolds, Georgie finds himself in a series of awkward situations. Balancing the different personalities and expectations of his mother and mother-in-law while also trying to make Mandy feel special could lead to some funny mishaps. The chaos of Mother’s Day is sure to create a lively atmosphere, filled with laughter and perhaps a few misunderstandings.

Meanwhile, Audrey has her own agenda.

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 1 Episode 21 episode titled Big Decisions!

Find out everything you need to know about the Big Decisions episode of Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Big Decisions Season 1 Episode 21 Preview

The upcoming episode of “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage,” titled “Big Decisions,” promises to be a gripping installment filled with tension and pivotal moments. Set to air on CBS at 8:31 Pm on May 15, 2025, this episode dives deep into the complexities of relationships and the tough choices that come with them.

In this episode, Georgie uncovers a shocking truth about Mandy’s boss. This revelation sets off a chain reaction, leading to heightened tensions between the couple. Georgie’s protective instincts kick in, and he...

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 1 Episode 22 episode titled Guilt Boots!

Find out everything you need to know about the Guilt Boots episode of Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Guilt Boots Season 1 Episode 22 Preview

The upcoming episode of “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage,” titled “Guilt Boots,” promises to deliver a mix of comedy and emotional depth when it airs on CBS at 8:00 Pm on May 15, 2025. This episode dives into the challenges of marriage and the complexities of business relationships, showcasing the unique blend of humor and heart that fans have come to love.

In “Guilt Boots,” Georgie faces a major crisis when he discovers that Jim, portrayed by the seasoned character actor, is contemplating selling the tire store to a rival.

In a follow-up to our previous report on CBS being set for a record-breaking 17th consecutive broadcast season win, Nielsen recently released its first full season report highlighting the 35-day multiplatform viewing performance among television shows across broadcast and streaming for 2024-2025.

Ranking as the most-watched broadcast network season-to-date, CBS is averaging 9.1 million viewers, followed by NBC with 7.2 million and ABC in third with 6.9 million. Fox placed fourth with 4.3 million.

Factoring in episode averages after 35 days of multiplatform viewing among the broadcast shows, “Tracker” continues to rank as the most-watched broadcast series with 17.5 million viewers, followed by “Matlock” in second (tie with “High Potential”) with 16.1 million viewers. Closing out the top five were comedies “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” and “Ghosts,” each with 12.1 million viewers.

At ABC, “High Potential” ranked second (tie with “Matlock”) with 16.1 million viewers, followed by “Will Trent” in sixth with 11.6 million viewers and “9-1-1” topping...