Shows similar to Young Sheldon

The parent show of Young Sheldon, The Big Bang Theory is where audiences first meet the adult version of Sheldon Cooper. With its geek-chic humor and social quirkiness, fans of Young Sheldon will enjoy seeing the origins of many of the character's idiosyncrasies and references.

As a show that also centers on a boy genius and his dysfunctional family, Malcolm in the Middle explores themes of growing up smart and misunderstood. It offers a humorous look at the challenges of being the middle child in a family where everyone is unique in their own way.

Set in the 1980s, The Goldbergs follows a family through the lens of the youngest child, Adam, who is a film enthusiast. The show's nostalgic feel and focus on family dynamics make it a great pick for those who appreciate Young Sheldon's comedic take on childhood and family.

Centering on the Heck family living in Indiana, The Middle provides a humorous look at middle-class, middle America life through the eyes of a semi-dysfunctional family. Its heartwarming and comedic portrayal of family life makes it a show likely to appeal to fans of Young Sheldon.

This sitcom about a Taiwanese-American family adjusting to life in Orlando, Florida, during the '90s also offers a child’s perspective, focusing on the young protagonist Eddie Huang. It deals with themes of cultural identity and family, similar to Young Sheldon's explorations of Texan life and prodigious childhood.