Season 5
Young Sheldon
As tween Sheldon settles into his first year of college, the Coopers face relationship struggles — and a family secret is revealed.
Episodes
One Bad Night and Chaos of Selfish Desires
Sheldon and Missy both run away from home, and Mary gets upsetting news about George Sr.
Snoopin' Around and the Wonder Twins of Atheism
Sheldon encourages Missy to question the Bible. Also, Connie is determined to catch George Sr. in a lie, and Mary helps Pastor Jeff search for a youth pastor.
Potential Energy and Hooch on a Park Bench
Sheldon tries to convince Dr. Sturgis to return to the university. Also, Georgie upsets the family when he makes a life-changing decision.
Pish Posh and a Secret Back Room
Sheldon, Missy and Georgie adapt to new living arrangements. Also, Connie opens a gambling room.
Stuffed Animals and a Sweet Southern Syzygy
Sheldon and Dr. Linkletter struggle to solve an equation. Also, Georgie has a solution for Connie's business woes, and George Sr. gives advice on Missy's love life.
Money Laundering and a Cascade of Hormones
Missy asks some uncomfortable questions at church, and Connie and Georgie go into business together.
An Introduction to Engineering and a Glob of Hair Gel
Sheldon takes his first engineering class with Professor Boucher. Also, Meemaw and Dale help take care of his ex-wife, June.
The Grand Chancellor and a Den of Sin
Sheldon battles President Hagemeyer's mysterious boss over the university's science requirements. Also, Mary discovers that Georgie is working at Connie's illegal gambling room.
The Yips and an Oddly Hypnotic Bohemian
Sheldon gets the science yips and has to learn how to not think. Also, George Sr. plays handyman at Brenda Sparks' house.
An Expensive Glitch and a Goof-Off Room
Sheldon gets a dorm room all to himself. Also, Connie gains an unwanted business partner.
A Lock-In, a Weather Girl and a Disgusting Habit
Sheldon acts as Mary's spy during a youth lock-in at church. Also, Georgie is attracted to an older woman, Mandy.
A Pink Cadillac and a Glorious Tribal Dance
Sheldon attends his first comic book convention; Mary tries selling makeup.
A Lot of Band-Aids and the Cooper Surrender
Sheldon makes friends with his dorm neighbors; George Sr. learns his job is in jeopardy.
A Free Scratcher and Feminine Wiles
Sheldon butts heads with Dr. Lee, a new scientist in the lab. Also, Mary is given a lotto ticket.
A Lobster, an Armadillo and a Way Bigger Number
Sheldon joins Dr. Linkletter and Dr. Sturgis on a science road trip. Also, Georgie continues to lie about his age.
A Suitcase Full of Cash and a Yellow Clown Car
Connie's gambling room is a success, and Sheldon dips his toe in the stock market. Also, Missy starts a business.
A Solo Peanut, a Social Butterfly and the Truth
Sheldon gets an odd request from an old friend, Paige. Also, George Sr. and Mary are caught in the middle of Connie and Dale's breakup, and Georgie comes clean to Mandy.
Babies, Lies and a Resplendent Cannoli
Sheldon copes with the death of a hero. Also, Missy wants to babysit, and Georgie struggles with his big secret.
A God-Fearin' Baptist and a Hot Trophy Husband
George and Mary insist on meeting the new woman in Georgie's life. Also, Sheldon and Missy have suspicions about what's going on with their family.
Uncle Sheldon and a Hormonal Firecracker
Sheldon and Missy learn about Georgie's pregnancy, and the whole family promises to keep it a secret.
White Trash, Holy Rollers and Punching People
As the church congregation gossips about Georgie, Missy stands up for her brother, and Sheldon is distracted by the family drama.
Clogged Pore, a Little Spanish and the Future
Sheldon struggles to cope with the first signs of puberty. Also, Mary and George Sr. hunt for new jobs, and Georgie and Meemaw take a business trip across the border.