The Big Bang Theory - The Rhinitis Revelation
5.06 - The Rhinitis Revelation Aired October 20, 2011
Sheldon competes with the gang for his mother's attention when she comes to visit.
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Guest Stars: Laurie Metcalf as Mary Cooper
Writers: Chuck Lorre (Story), Eric Kaplan (Story), Steve Holland (Story), Bill Prady (Teleplay), Steven Molaro (Teleplay), Jim Reynolds (Teleplay)
Director: Howard Murray
Viewers: 14.93 million Households Rating: 8.9/15 Adults 18-49 Rating: 5.1/16
Notes
This episode was taped as episode 5.07 but will air as the sixth episode of the season, so the Halloween-themed seventh episode can air closer to the day.
Quotes (17)
Amy: Sheldon, is it possible that your foul mood -- or, to use the clinical term, bitchiness -- is because your mother isn't making you a priority?
Sheldon: No. Or, to use the clinical term: "nuh-uh."
Leonard: (To Sheldon) You're talking like a crazy person.
Mary: Actually, I had him tested as a child. Doctor says he's fine.
Sheldon: (To Leonard) Told ya.
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Comments (39)
Ann 
, 22:30 Apr 12 2012.
, 22:30 Apr 12 2012.I just saw The Rhinitis Revelation episode. I always thought the show was funny but this was pathetic. Your display of the Catholic religion was so brave, knowing nothing would come of it. I noticed there was no mention of the Muslum faith and no nasty comments about Mohamed. Were you afraid??????
Alex 
, 21:47 Apr 10 2012.
, 21:47 Apr 10 2012.I don't like the scene in the Catholic Chappel
Thom 
, 13:05 Feb 14 2012.
, 13:05 Feb 14 2012.Who was the guy on the bench sitting with Sheldon? Some guest appearance. Can't find any information on that.
Galaxy 
, 00:27 Dec 27 2011.
, 00:27 Dec 27 2011.Big Bang theory.
i love it
andy 
, 11:38 Dec 8 2011.
, 11:38 Dec 8 2011.The one thing the programme is not is racist. It sails close to the wind but that is what makes it funny. It highlights peoples weaknesses not plays on them.
Papa 
, 12:22 Nov 5 2011.
, 12:22 Nov 5 2011.@Eric - which "race" you are talking about ? There is human race surely, but which else! And to Americans, don't be so pissed. The show has plenty stereotypes Indian, Hindu and Jew people . Develope a bit of sense of humour, and you would find it funny, if you want it ofcourse.
Patrick , 14:27 Oct 27 2011.
, 14:27 Oct 27 2011.Great show, but looks like they've lost their way. Mrs. Cooper shouldn't be portrayed like this. They've never slammed any specific personalities in other faiths, but directly slapped Jesus Christ in the face in this episode.
The world should know that Mrs. Cooper's 'flavor' Christianity is NOT representative of the average Christian. The show was MUCH better in the first couple seasons.
Nirmal , 06:45 Oct 26 2011.
, 06:45 Oct 26 2011.Awesome episode...racist but funny....also more focus on the 5 main characters and less on the other girls which helped the cause....overall great episode
will bridgewood 
, 18:32 Oct 25 2011.
, 18:32 Oct 25 2011.i love your eennttiirree show it is amazing
Splinter , 19:04 Oct 24 2011.
, 19:04 Oct 24 2011.I agree with xenophanes on this one. Mary Cooper has been funny in the past, but frankly, this episode really turned me off of her. It was trite, and typically 'sitcom'. Poor writing, and Laurie Metcalf (Mary Cooper) seemed uncomfortable with the writing too ..
