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Young Sheldon: Season 4

18 episodes Premiered Nov 5, 2020 Updated Oct 1, 2026

Young Sheldon Season 4 continues the overarching saga across 18 episodes. The series stars Iain Armitage as Sheldon, alongside Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, Montana Jordan, Raegan Revord, and Annie Potts among many others. The show is a spin-off of the sitcom The Big Bang Theory. As a comedy, family, and drama series, it follows the early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper growing up in East Texas.

Previously on Young Sheldon

Season 4 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ The series is a spin-off of the sitcom The Big Bang Theory.
  • ⚡ The main character is child genius Sheldon Cooper.
  • ⚡ Sheldon grows up in East Texas.
  • ⚡ The show stars Iain Armitage as Sheldon, alongside Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, Montana Jordan, Raegan Revord, and Annie Potts.
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Season overview

Young Sheldon Season 4 continues the overarching saga across 18 episodes. The series stars Iain Armitage as Sheldon, alongside Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, Montana Jordan, Raegan Revord, and Annie Potts among many others. The show is a spin-off of the sitcom The Big Bang Theory. As a comedy, family, and drama series, it follows the early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper growing up in East Texas.

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Season 4 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 4: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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Mytharc (3): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (15): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S4·E1 Mytharc

Graduation

Nov 5, 2020 · 19 min

After graduating high school, Sheldon has a breakdown when he realizes he may not be ready for college. Dale tries to make amends with Connie.

S4·E2 Core

A Docent, A Little Lady and a Bouncer Named Dalton

Nov 12, 2020 · 18 min

Sheldon gets a summer job at the local train museum. Also, George and Missy bond when Missy embarks on a new stage of womanhood, and Georgie discovers Mary's guilty pleasure.

S4·E3 Core

Training Wheels and an Unleashed Chicken

Nov 19, 2020 · 19 min

With college in sight, Sheldon is determined to ride his bike without training wheels. Also, Mary and George Sr. argue over parenting styles.

S4·E4 Core

Bible Camp and a Chariot of Love

Dec 3, 2020 · 18 min

When their mothers force them to attend Vacation Bible School. Also, George is furious after Georgie makes a questionable purchase.

S4·E5 Core

A Musty Crypt and a Stick to Pee On

Dec 17, 2020 · 19 min

Dale and Connie work out relationship issues while playing Dungeons and Dragons with Sheldon and Missy. Also, Mary and George take a trip with Coach Wilkins and his wife, and Georg

S4·E6 Core

Freshman Orientation and the Inventor of The Zipper

Jan 21, 2021 · 19 min

College orientation does not go as Sheldon planned. Also, Mary is invited to a party when she's mistaken for a university student, and George Sr. helps Pastor Jeff set up a childre

S4·E7 Core

A Philosophy Class and Worms That Can Chase You

Feb 11, 2021 · 18 min

Sheldon's first day of college is derailed by his new philosophy teacher, Professor Ericson. Also, Mary and Brenda live vicariously through Missy's first day of middle school.

S4·E8 Core

An Existential Crisis and a Bear That Makes Bubbles

Feb 18, 2021 · 18 min

Connie takes matters into her own hands when Sheldon's philosophy teacher, Professor Ericson, sends him into a tailspin. Also, George Sr. learns Georgie has been cutting class.

S4·E9 Core

Crappy Frozen Ice Cream and an Organ Grinder's Monkey

Feb 25, 2021 · 19 min

Sheldon and George Sr. dine with President Hagemeyer and a university benefactor. Also, Georgie gives Missy some brotherly advice when Mary won't let her go to the school dance, an

S4·E10 Core

Cowboy Aerobics and 473 Grease-Free Bolts

Mar 4, 2021 · 18 min

Sheldon campaigns to become Dr. Linkletter's lab assistant. Also, Georgie enlists the help of Mr. Lundy, the drama teacher, for a surprising business venture.

S4·E12 Core

A Box of Treasure and the Meemaw of Science

Apr 1, 2021 · 19 min

Sheldon, Dr. Linkletter and Connie team up on a science experiment. Also, Mary is jealous that Pastor Jeff and Brenda are spending time together, and Georgie has a new side hustle.

S4·E13 Core

The Geezer Bus and a New Model for Education

Apr 8, 2021 · 18 min

Sheldon refuses to ride in a car after getting into an accident with Connie. Also, Missy uses their trauma to her advantage at school and Connie is forced to take the church shuttl

S4·E15 Core

A Virus, Heartbreak and a World of Possibilities

Apr 22, 2021 · 18 min

Sheldon is caught in a moral dilemma when offered a bootleg copy of a computer game he can't afford. Also, Mary and Connie take Brenda out for girls' night while George Sr. and the

S4·E17 Mytharc

A Black Hole

May 6, 2021 · 18 min

The Coopers discuss the possibilities of black holes and alternate universes when Dr. Sturgis comes over for dinner.

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