Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriagemay have taken overYoung Sheldon’s timeslot, but its ratings reveal that it isn’t quite the replacement that CBS wants it to be. CBS was essentially forced to wrap upThe Big Bang Theoryprequel due to the franchise’s established canon.Young Sheldon’s cancelationwas due to the timeline, which mandated that at 14 years old,George would die and Sheldon would move out of Texas and to California. Both of them ultimately panned out, even though the network could have easily deviated from continuity to keep the popular series on the air.
Instead of lettingThe Big Bang Theoryfranchise end, however, producers Chuck Lorre, Steve Holland, and Steven Molaro came up with a way to continue theCooper family’s story in Texas. The popularity of Georgie and Mandy’s unexpected love affair was an organic opportunity for a brand new show, withGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriagetackling the pair’s unexplored history while also functioning as aYoung Sheldoncontinuation, with appearances from Mary, Missy, and Meemaw. Despite its ties to Sheldon’s origins story, however, it still isn’t the replacement that CBS was hoping that it would be.
How Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’s Ratings Compare To Young Sheldon
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Still Has Work To Do
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriagehas only released 7 episodes, but it has been able to establish itself separate from its parent series while also continuing the Coopers' story. Being filmed in front of a live studio audience may have initially dissuaded viewers to check it out, especially coming fromYoung Sheldon. However, Lorre and his creative team have been able to strike a balance between comedy and drama, especially sinceGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriageis still dealing with the aftermath ofGeorge’s unexpected death. Beyond that, it has also introduced a new ensemble with the McAllisters.
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Despite a rather good start to its run,Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriageis still behind its predecessor when it comes to ratings. According toTV Line,Montana Jordan and Emily Osment’s new show averages about 7.98 million viewers. That’s 14% less thanYoung Sheldonseason 7. While there’s still a way to go before it can catch up onYoung Sheldon’s ratings,Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriagenumbers are still great, especially for a freshman series. It’s just that CBS will have to give it more time to properly fill the spot that its prequel left.
There’s One Clear Reason Georgie & Mandy’s Ratings Are Lower Than Young Sheldon
Sheldon Can Be Annoying, But He Is Missed
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriagehas proven itself to have the potential to carry the legacy of Lorre and Bill Prady’s universe. It is a true family sitcom — something thatYoung Sheldoneventually became afterexhausting all possible storylines that only centered on Sheldon. That being said, not having the boy genius is definitely a factor in the new show’s smaller viewership than its parent series. Jim Parsons was brilliant as Sheldon untilThe Big Bang Theoryendedin 2019.
The good thing is that Lorre and his creative team are vocal about finding the perfect opportunity to bring Armitage’s Sheldon back.
Its prequel’s biggest challenge was to cast someone who could bring the character to life as effectively as he did, andYoung Sheldonsucceeded, with Iain Armitage equally fantastic in the part, even though his prominence decreased over the years. Without him inGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, those who were introduced to the franchise viaThe Big Bang Theorybarely have any connection to the ongoing CBS comedy. The good thing is that Lorre and his creative team are vocal about finding the perfect opportunity to bring Armitage’s Sheldon back.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’s Ratings Are Still Great For Its Long-Term Future
CBS Has Another Hit
As it is,Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’s viewership is still far from whatYoung SheldonandThe Big Bang Theoryposted during their respective years on the air. However, that shouldn’t be a major cause for concern, because, ultimately, it’s still a major hit.Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriageis TV’s most-watched, #2-rated comedy— not too shabby for a freshman series. Granted that it is standing on the shoulders ofYoung Sheldon, CBS should not have any issues renewing the show for season 2 and beyond.
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For what it’s worth,Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriagehas a better chance of being on the air for as long as The Big Bang Theory. UnlikeYoung Sheldon, which already had a pre-determined ending when it started, the new series plays in an entirely new pocket of the franchise, which means that not much is known about what the future holds for Georgie and Mandy, except for their eventual split. So, CBS can stretch out its storytelling for as long as they want to.
Young Sheldon
A spinoff of the sitcom The Big Bang Theory, Young Sheldon follows the youth and coming-of-age of Sheldon Cooper during his childhood in Texas as he pursues science and academia. The show also follows his parents, siblings, and Mee-Maw, painting a picture of the world where Sheldon grew up.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage follows the couple as they navigate the complexities of adulthood, parenting, and marriage while raising their young family in Texas.
