Jim Parsons set to executive produce a Big Bang Theory spin-off based on a young version of his character Sheldon
It's exciting news for The Big Bang Theory fans.
It has been revealed that a spin-off to the hugely successful comedy show is currently in the works.
The prequel will be about a young Sheldon Cooper, currently played by Emmy award winner Jim Parsons, and is being developed for CBS.
His own show! It has been revealed that a spin-off to the hugely successful show The Big Bang Theory is currently in the works
The potential new series is being kept under wraps but it has been said that the story will center on a teenage version of Jim's character.
Apparently none of The Big Bang Theory cast members will star in the show, according to THR.
Jim is set to executive produce the series with Big Bang co-creators Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady.
A young him: The prequel will be about a young Sheldon Cooper, played by Emmy award winner Jim Parsons (L), and is being developed for CBS
No more: Apparently none of The Big Bang Theory cast members will star in the show, according to THR
Showrunner Steve Molaro is also supposed to be involved.
Apparently Molaro will write the script focusing on Sheldon, the neurotic socially awkward genius, as a youth growing up in Texas.
The character’s family and formative years have often been referenced on the show.
Laurie Metcalf received an Emmy nomination this year for her recurring guest star role as Sheldon’s mother, Mary Cooper.
His girlfriend: Jim's character Sheldon is with Mayim Bialik's character Amy in the show, pictured here
The pilot has not been written yet but sources say that it is top of the list for a series pickup for next season.
Currently on The Big Bang Theory the stars of the show including Parsons, Johnny Galecki and Kaley Cuoco, currently make about $1 million per episode in addition to a piece of the series’ lucrative back-end.
The Big Bang Theory is currently in its 10th season and has not yet been renewed for season 11.
The crew: (L-R) Cast of The Big Bang Theory including actors Kunal Nayyar, Jim Parsons, Simon Helberg, Mayim Bialik, Kaley Cuoco, producers Steven Molaro, Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady, and actor Johnny Galecki
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