00:00 "Smoopy, Shmoopaloo, Shmoopybooper, Shmoopdigeour."
00:05 Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the TV shows to fill the
00:10 Young Sheldon void until your next rewatch.
00:13 We won't be including movies today.
00:15 Hey, we had to draw the line somewhere.
00:16 "Mary, you knew the problem was incorrect.
00:18 Why didn't you say anything?"
00:19 "Thanks, as I'm not supposed to correct older people."
00:24 Number 10.
00:25 Fresh Off the Boat As in Young Sheldon, the core of Fresh Off
00:28 the Boat is the family unit.
00:31 Sheldon feels like an outsider at home and in the wider world.
00:34 Meanwhile, the Huang family is figuring out life in sunny Florida.
00:38 Then there's Eddie, the brilliant youngest Huang, who often feels out of sync with his
00:42 family and peers.
00:54 Set in the '90s, Fresh Off the Boat brings in the unique perspective of growing up Taiwanese
00:58 American during that time.
00:59 "Eddie, you didn't tell me your girlfriend was Chinese."
01:02 "Oh, I almost lost my balance from joy."
01:08 Both shows mix humor with touching moments, focusing on the growth and development of
01:12 their entire ensemble.
01:14 If you miss the Cooper's zany dynamic, this is the show for you.
01:18 "How can we both be right?
01:21 We're saying opposite things."
01:23 "Yin and Yang, you have opposite spirits.
01:26 You're equal."
01:27 Number 9.
01:29 Atypical While many theorize that Sheldon might be
01:32 on the autism spectrum, the Big Bang writers have insisted this was never their intention.
01:36 Still, it's hard not to see parallels with atypical Sam Gardner.
01:51 Both struggle to fit in, grapple with social cues, and have mothers who perhaps coddle
01:56 them too much.
01:57 However, while Sheldon would love nothing more than everyone falling in line with his
02:01 worldview, Sam just wants to have the same experience as everyone else.
02:10 Initially, it was criticized for its portrayal of ASD and lack of representation.
02:21 However, the writers listened to the feedback and added more thought, and still plenty of
02:25 humor going forward.
02:34 Number 8.
02:36 Modern Family If one of your favorite parts of Young Sheldon
02:39 was the ensemble scenes, you have to check out Modern Family.
02:42 Just like Young Sheldon, this series thrives on the quirks and eccentricities of family
02:47 members.
02:48 And there are plenty more characters to enjoy, each with their own unique personalities.
03:05 A huge part of Modern Family's charm is its knack for mixing laugh-out-loud humor with
03:09 heartfelt storytelling.
03:11 You'll likely find yourself nodding along, thinking, "Yep, that's totally my family,"
03:15 at least once per episode.
03:18 Also, who wouldn't want to see how Sheldon would fare if he ever faced off with Lily?
03:34 Is it too late to make that happen?
03:46 Number 7.
03:48 Full House If you enjoyed The Wholesome Charm of Young
03:51 Sheldon, you might find a similar appeal in Full House.
04:04 The popular series also revolves around family dynamics, but with a larger cast and even
04:09 more comedic situations.
04:27 Danny Tanner recruits his brother-in-law Jesse and best friend Joey to help raise his three
04:32 daughters after the loss of his wife.
04:34 Both shows capture the warmth and love within a family while also offering heartwarming
04:38 life lessons along the way.
04:45 Plus, if you enjoyed the coming-of-age themes in Young Sheldon, get ready for more of the
04:51 same here.
04:52 If Full House leaves you wanting more, why not jump straight into its sequel, Fuller
04:56 House?
05:07 Number 6.
05:08 Everybody Hates Chris Comedian Chris Rock loosely drew from his
05:12 own coming-of-age journey to create Everybody Hates Chris.
05:15 Set in the 80s, the series chronicles the funny and sometimes awkward escapades of Chris,
05:20 a teenager growing up in a challenging environment.
05:32 It offers a comedic yet poignant snapshot of family life in a working-class setting.
05:36 What makes it special is how it captures the real essence of family interactions, the good
05:41 times, the tough times, and all the moments in between.
05:53 Chris Rock, like Jim Parsons in the sequel, narrates throughout, offering commentary that
05:57 enriches the storyline.
05:59 Aim for the relatable themes and stay for the witty humor.
06:18 Number 5.
06:19 The Wonder Years Travel back to the late 60s and early 70s
06:23 with this series, following the life of Kevin Arnold, a suburban teenager in an average
06:28 American family.
06:29 Chuck Lorre, an executive producer on Young Sheldon, was inspired by its clever use of
06:33 adult Kevin as the narrator, a technique he also used with Jim Parsons in Young Sheldon.
06:41 However, while Young Sheldon focuses mostly on the protagonist's inner world, this series
06:49 boldly confronts events in the broader world.
07:05 It tackles real-life issues while serving up a hefty dose of nostalgia for anyone who
07:09 grew up in those groovier decades.
07:11 So if you're into wholesome family comedies, this one's a must-watch.
07:26 Number 4.
07:27 Malcolm in the Middle Sheldon might never admit it, but when it
07:30 comes to TV kid geniuses, he's in good company.
07:34 We had smart guys T.J. Henderson in the 90s, then there was Malcolm in the 2000s.
07:52 A super intelligent kid growing up in the chaos of family life?
07:56 Sound familiar?
07:57 This show perfectly captured the wild ride of belonging to a rambunctious, budget-conscious
08:01 middle-class family.
08:03 From financial woes to sibling shenanigans.
08:14 Even if you're not one of four, later five brothers, it's hard not to see your own family
08:19 reflected back at you occasionally.
08:20 Plus, the show's humor is sharp and smart, offering clever jokes and witty observations
08:25 that appeal to both adults and children.
08:38 Number 3.
08:39 The Middle As you can tell, there's a bit of a trend
08:42 here.
08:43 Eccentric families, quirky dynamics, and a whole lot of laughter.
08:47 What we love about The Middle is how the Heck Kids have three starkly different personalities.
09:01 There's Axel, the stereotypical teenager who's more into sports than school.
09:06 Sue is a socially awkward ray of sunshine.
09:08 And Brick is your family genius who's happier in the company of books than people.
09:12 Then there are the parents, Frankie and Mike, a relatively down-to-earth couple constantly
09:17 juggling finances and raising three very different children.
09:32 The show finds humor in the ordinary, making it easy to connect with the characters and
09:36 stories.
09:45 Number 2.
09:46 The Goldbergs If you thought Mary Cooper was overbearing,
09:50 clearly you haven't met Beverly Goldberg.
10:01 The Goldbergs enjoys plenty of artistic license as it tells the story of creator Adam Goldberg's
10:06 upbringing in a Jewish family in 1980-something.
10:09 The show is narrated by an adult, Adam, voiced by Patton Oswalt.
10:13 Young Adam lives with his over-the-top "smother," a world-weary grump of a dad, rebellious sister
10:18 Erica, and lovable goofball brother Barry.
10:32 Their pops also makes regular visits.
10:34 You may not want to admit it, but this family is hilariously relatable.
10:38 The humor in The Goldbergs is warm and heartening.
10:41 Each episode feels like a big, cozy, and delightfully dysfunctional family hug.
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11:13 Number 1.
11:14 The Big Bang Theory
11:16 Of course, we couldn't leave out the series that started it all.
11:34 With young Sheldon giving us a deep dive into the formative years of Sheldon Lee Cooper,
11:38 it's the perfect time to revisit The Big Bang Theory.
11:41 The prequel has been like a seven-season Easter egg hunt, revealing the roots of Sheldon's
11:45 quirks and behaviors.
11:58 Now when you watch the original series, you'll appreciate the origins of Bazinga, Sheldon's
12:03 passion for comic books, and his aversion to driving.
12:07 While you can't watch The Big Bang Theory for the first time again, experiencing it
12:11 with all this newfound backstory makes it feel like you're watching it in a whole new
12:15 light.
12:25 Which TV show do you wish young Sheldon had a crossover with?
12:28 Let us know in the comments.
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