Paramount announced today the triumphant return of the beloved sitcom The Big Bang Theory to their networks! This 10-time Emmy® Award-winning series will bring holiday cheer and laughter to viewers on both Nick at Nite and MTV.
This is a massive change for MTV as it has, until now, mostly maintained original MTV programming. Now though Paramount is leaning into its popular classic shows to help drive up viewership. Though is this the end of MTV as we know it? A network that has heavily been focused on teens and 20 somethings is now airing programming targeting an older audience.
A Nostalgic Dose of Science and Shenanigans on Nick at Nite
Get ready for a blast from the past! Kicking off on Tuesday, December 24th, Nick at Nite will host a two-day marathon featuring iconic holiday-themed episodes, including the fan favorite “Leonard Nimoy’s Napkin.” The festivities continue on December 27th with the official debut of The Big Bang Theory on Nick at Nite, starting with Season 4 and airing daily from 12-2 a.m. (ET/PT).
But that’s not all! All 12 seasons of the show will join Nick at Nite’s stellar late-night lineup, perfectly complementing its spinoff prequel Young Sheldon and other classic sitcoms like Friends and Modern Family.
MTV Rings in the New Year with a Bang!
MTV viewers won’t be left out! To celebrate the new year, the network will air an all-day marathon of Season 3 on Wednesday, January 1st. The fun continues every Saturday and Sunday starting January 4th, where fans can relive all their favorite moments across all 12 seasons, alongside the ever-popular Friends.
“We are thrilled to welcome The Big Bang Theory back into the Paramount family,” said Laurel Weir, EVP and Head of Programming for Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios and Paramount Media Networks. She went on to highlight the show’s enduring popularity and its contribution to their impressive comedy slate.
About the Show
The Big Bang Theory follows the hilarious misadventures of brilliant physicists Leonard (Johnny Galecki) and Sheldon (Jim Parsons) as they navigate the complexities of social interactions, especially with the opposite sex. Enter Penny (Kaley Cuoco), their free-spirited neighbor, who disrupts their world and opens Leonard’s eyes to new possibilities.
The show garnered immense success throughout its 12-season run, amassing a whopping 55 Emmy® Award nominations and winning 10. It also received numerous other accolades, solidifying its place as a pop culture phenomenon.
Bringing Back the Classics
With this strategic move, Paramount provides a nostalgic treat for fans and introduces a new generation to the show’s witty humor and heartwarming characters. So, get ready to revisit the iconic apartment, the legendary experiments, and the unforgettable “Bazinga!” moments. The Big Bang Theory is back, and it promises side-splitting laughter for the whole family!