Episode 4.01 Ratings: First Look September 24, 2010
Early ratings data shows The Big Bang Theory made a big bang yesterday in its new slot. The season premiere scored scored a 9.2/15 rating in households. This was up over 20% on last year's premiere, which followed Two and a Half Men. The show also outperformed the previous occupant of the Thursday slot, the reality show Survivor.
We will have more ratings information when it becomes available.
News Roundup September 23, 2010
Eliza Dushku to guest star on The Big Bang Theory
Buffy the Vampire Slayer star Eliza Dushku is to guest star in an upcoming episode of The Big Bang Theory, according to TV Guide. Dushku, known for her work on Buffy and spin-off Angel, will appear in the seventh episode of the season as an FBI agent assigned to vet Wolowitz for security clearance.
Get #bigbangtheory trending
Bill Prady and Kunal Nayyar are asking Big Bang Theory fans to get the show trending on Twitter today. Just use the #bigbangtheory hash tag to display your support for the show.
Big Bang Theory Poster Props
CoolTVProps.com are trying to measure fan interest in two posters from The Big Bang Theory. If there's enough interest in the items, the posters will go into production right away! The two posters they're looking at making are the Robot Captain Future poster and the Robot Cook poster. Click the links to sign the petitions or let us know in the comments which you are interested in.
Win a Big Bang Theory T-Shirt
Our Big Bang Theory t-shirt contest is still open for a few more days. Enter the contest now! The t-shirt up for grabs is the Sheldon Ball Pit Bazinga shirt.
CBS Announces Episode 4.03 September 20, 2010
CBS has announced the details for the third episode of the new season of The Big Bang Theory. Laurie Metcalf and Mayim Bialik guest star in the episode.
The Zazzy Substitution - The guys are concerned as Sheldon searches for an alternative to human companionship, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Oct. 7 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
You can find more information about the episode in our Episode Guide.
News Roundup September 17, 2010
Kaley Cuoco to miss 'a few' episodes as the show's hiatus is extended
Kaley Cuoco is going to be missing from more Big Bang Theory episodes than originally thought, according to the Ausiello Files. While the actress is expected to make a full recovery from her recent horseback-riding injury, sources close to the show indicate she won't just be missing from the episode taped this week. The show's previously scheduled hiatus is to be extended by a week to allow writers time to write Penny out of future episodes.
The Big Bang Theory stars get large wage rise
The stars of The Big Bang Theory are getting a large salary increase as the show's popularity continues to soar. Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco and Johnny Galecki are set to receive $200,000 per episode this season, according to Deadline Hollywood. Simon Helberg and Kunal Nayyar are to renegotiate their contracts next.
Limited 4-disc Season 3 DVD to be released in Australia
A limited 4-disc edition of The Big Bang Theory: Season 3 is being released on DVD in Australia. The bonus disc contains 30 minutes of previously unreleased footage from the 2009 Comic Con panel. The set goes on sale on October 13th and can be pre-ordered from JB Hi-fi.
The Big Bang Theory: Season 3 DVD and Blu-ray were released in the U.S. and Canada on Tuesday, September 14th. The DVD will be released in the United Kingdom on September 27th and can be pre-ordered from Amazon.co.uk.
New Official Big Bang Theory T-Shirts
We have added new official Big Bang Theory T-Shirts to the site. You can check them all out in the official clothing area.
'Big Bang' takes over 'Late Late Show' September 16, 2010
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson is to mark The Big Bang Theory's move to Thursdays with an entire episode dedicated to the hit sitcom. The themed show will air on Wednesday, September 22nd, the day before Big Bang moves to Thursdays for its new season.
The themed episode starts with Ferguson and a sketch taped on the set of The Big Bang Theory. The Big Bang cast will then appear for the chat show's tweets and emails section, a comedy sketch and guest interviews.
The Late Late Show airs weeknights at 12:35/11:35c after The Late Show with David Letterman on CBS.
Episode Tournament: Result September 15, 2010
We have been running an episode tournament for Seasons 1-3 of The Big Bang Theory. The votes have been counted and we can now declare the winner.
Winning by a resounding 65%-35% margin, The Bath Item Gift Hypothesis beat The Staircase Implementation to finish in first place. The Bath Item Gift Hypothesis previously won our Season 2 and Seasons 1 & 2 tournaments.
News Roundup September 14, 2010
Kaley Cuoco breaks a leg
Kaley Cuoco is on temporary medical leave after breaking a leg. Cuoco broke the leg in a horse-riding accident this weekend. According to the Ausiello Files, Penny has been written out of the episode being taped today. The show is then taking a previously-scheduled break for a week.
Kevin Sorbo to guest star
Kevin Sorbo (Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, Andromeda) will guest star as Sheldon's older, cooler brother in an upcoming episode of The Big Bang Theory. Sorbo revealed his guest stint at Dragon*Con in Atlanta, according to CultureMob.com.
Season 3 released on DVD & Blu-ray
The Big Bang Theory: Season 3 DVD and Blu-ray were released today in the United States and Canada. The DVD is in the United Kingdom on September 27th and can be pre-ordered from Amazon.co.uk. It will be released in Australia and New Zealand on October 13th.
Promotional Pictures from Episode 4.02
We have added promotional pictures from The Cruciferous Vegetable Amplification to our gallery. You can view the album here. The episode airs September 30th and features a guest appearance by Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak.
Season 3 released on DVD and Blu-ray September 14, 2010
The Big Bang Theory: Season 3 DVD and Blu-ray were released today in the United States and Canada. The 3-disc set contains all 23 episodes from the latest season of The Big Bang Theory, along with two bonus featurettes and a blooper reel. You can order the Blu-ray and DVD from Amazon.com.
The DVD will be released in the United Kingdom on September 27th and can be pre-ordered from Amazon.co.uk. It's also set to be released in Australia and New Zealand on October 13th.
Win a Big Bang Theory T-Shirt September 12, 2010
To celebrate the release of The Big Bang Theory: Season 3 DVD and Blu-ray, we've teamed up with Warner Bros. to give away a Big Bang Theory t-shirt to one lucky winner.
Enter the contest now for your chance to win. Just answer the Season 3-related question correctly and you'll be in the running. Please consult the contest page for the terms and conditions. The contest closes at 23:59 EST on September 26 2010 and the winner will be announced shortly after. Good luck!
Guest Star Roundup September 1, 2010
With the new season of The Big Bang Theory nearly upon us, there has been a lot of news about upcoming guest appearances. Here's a roundup of the latest guest star news.
-Mayim Bialik (Blossom) is appearing in the season opener, The Robotic Manipulation, as Sheldon's date.
-Steve Wozniak, the co-founder of Apple, appears as himself in the second episode of the season, The Cruciferous Vegetable Amplification.
-Laurie Metcalf is returning as Sheldon's mother in what will probably be the third episode of the season.
-Katee Sackhoff and George Takei are to appear as themselves in the episode tentatively scheduled for October 14, according to TV Squad. While Howard considers getting back together with Bernadette, the pair will present opposing points of the view on the matter as figments of Howard's imagination. Melissa Rauch appears again as Bernadette in the episode.
-Wil Wheaton is poised to make another appearance in the show, according to the Ausiello Files. Bill Prady told Michael Ausiello that he wants to revive the bitter feud between Sheldon & Evil Wil Wheaton this season.