CBS may be known mostly for its procedurals, but it does air its fair share of sitcoms. The network’s adaptation of the British comedy Ghosts proved to be a hit in its debut outing. Bob Hearts Abishola has also delighted audiences as a psuedo-successor to Mike and Molly. And the network’s most high-profile comedy, Young Sheldon, is returning for its sixth season.
Young Sheldon was originally marketed as a prequel to The Big Bang Theory, although there are several differences between the series. It follows the early life of Sheldon Cooper (now played by Iain Armitage) and his family. Seasons 1-4 focused on Sheldon as he tried to live his life in an ever-changing world. Season 5, however, signaled that the series would focus more on the problems around Sheldon and become more of a family drama. As Season 6 prepares to start, here are all the details that viewers need to know, including the plot, cast, trailer and release date.
What Is Young Sheldon’s Season 6 Story?
Back in 2021, CBS Entertainment president Kelly Kahl told The Hollywood Reporter that the “humor, warmth and heart exuded by the Cooper family is an undeniable hook for the millions of fans who tune in each week. We’re excited to see what the next three seasons have in store for a slightly older Sheldon and all the Coopers.” Noting that Sheldon would be slightly older was also an indication of more mature plotlines as the prequel takes its characters closer to how they appear in The Big Bang Theory. Season 5 heavily set up George’s affair with Brenda Sparks, and Georgie lied about his age on the way to getting his girlfriend pregnant. Those two unresolved plots will carry over to Season 6 — including all the resulting drama.
Meanwhile, Season 6 will open where Season 5 left off — with George having to bail Georgie and Connie out of jail at the Mexican border. The Season 6 trailer also indicated that Mary will be kicked out of church, and unfortunately, that could point to a possible affair with Pastor Rob. Not to mention, George and Mary are both unemployed, meaning that financial tension will continue to rear its ugly head. Meanwhile, Missy is trying to grow up amid all her family turmoil, while Dr. Linkletter and Sturgis are competing for Connie’s love. So, Season 6 seems like it will be a busy season.
Who Is In Young Sheldon Season 6’s Cast?
The Cooper family remains the same for Season 6 of Young Sheldon. Iain Armitage is back in his role as Sheldon and the rest of his family will also reprise their roles. They include his father George (played by Lance Barber), mother Mary (Zoe Perry), brother Georgie (Montana Jordan) and sister Missy (Raegan Revord). Annie Potts will also be back as Connie “Meemaw” Tucker, while Jim Parsons continues to be heard as an older Sheldon narrating the beginning of each episode.
Wyatt McClure was upped to a series regular as Billy Sparks in Season 5, and Season 6 will upgrade Emily Osment — who plays Georgie’s girlfriend Mandy McAllister — to series regular. That makes it clear that Mandy and Georgie’s relationship will be a major part of the upcoming season. Fans can also reasonably expect to see more of the show’s beloved supporting cast. For instance, Melissa Peterman will have to return as Brenda Sparks in order to continue George and Brenda’s storyline.
