In an attempt to ride the wave of 's (TBBT) success, CBS launched in 2017, hoping to expand the beloved franchise. The prequel aimed to delve into the childhood of Sheldon Cooper, the eccentric genius portrayed by Jim Parsons. But as progresses, fans and critics alike are starting to question whether it’s doing more harm than good to the legacy of its parent show.
When first hit the airwaves, it operated almost independently from
. Sure, the two shows shared a central character, but beyond that, the connections were sparse. This separation worked well initially, allowing to establish its own identity. But as approached its final season, CBS made a strategic decision to intertwine the two shows more closely, hoping to retain the loyal fanbase of the original series. Despite a few successful crossovers and nostalgic voice cameos, this move has backfired in some ways, leading to contradictions that are now hard to ignore.
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