5 Glaring Errors The Big Bang Theory Remake Could Fix

CBS's The Big Bang Theory premiered in 2007, but it wasn't until a few years later that it became a worldwide sensation. Ultimately spanning twelve seasons, TBBT concluded in 2019. However, its memories are being kept alive in fans' imagination by its highly successful spinoff prequel, Young Sheldon.

Describing The Big Bang Theory as a popular sitcom would be an understatement. Its unique premise, centred on socially awkward scientists, won appreciation from viewers around the globe. However, the series wasn't without its flaws. Should there be a remake, certain issues would need to be addressed.

Here are five issues with TBBT that would need to be fixed in a possible reboot:

5. Fat-Shaming Howard's Mom

Remarkably, Debbie Wolowitz is a character who's never seen on-screen. Voiced by Carol Ann Susi, she remains one of the most iconic figures in TBBT. Her relationship with Howard is super toxic and super funny. Yet, the frequent jokes Howard makes about her weight are unwarranted and problematic.

4. Making Mary Cooper Insufferable

Young Sheldon offered new insights into Sheldon's background, especially regarding his mother, Mary. On TBBT, she's often portrayed as an unbearable zealot, whereas on Young Sheldon, she's depicted as a loving mother and compassionate individual. A potential remake could reconcile these portrayals, giving fans the version of Mary they've grown to admire in Young Sheldon.

3. Amy and Bernadette's Late Arrival

Amy and Bernadette, partners to Sheldon and Howard, respectively, are introduced relatively late in The Big Bang Theory. Furthermore, they often play secondary roles with limited development. A reboot could rectify this by bringing them into the story earlier.

2. Penny's Superficiality

Penny, Sheldon and Leonard's neighbour, is frequently portrayed as intellectually inferior. While her character gains more depth in the later seasons, was it really necessary to present her as a walking-talking dumb blonde caricature from the outset? This could be addressed in a potential reboot.

1. Ubiquitous Laugh Track

One of the most distinctive features of TBBT is its pervasive laugh track. While it often accentuates comedy, it can be overbearing. It might be wise to dial it down a bit or even completely ditch it in a remake, allowing the show's humour to stand on its own merit.