5 The Big Bang Theory Episodes worth rewatching (& 5 that can be skipped)

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The Big Bang Theory has cemented its status as an iconic comedy series in the industry for over ten years! The combination of Sheldon’s nerdy wisdom, Leonard’s clumsiness, Penny’s biting humor, and the gang’s never-ending nerdy conversations created the perfect recipe for a sitcom that is securely etched in television history.

From 2007 to 2019, the show ran for 12 seasons and 279 episodes. The Big Bang Theory hooked up to its excellent mix of humor, emotions, and geek culture references, it entertained millions of viewers. The fans are still quoting, laughing at the similar situations, and rewatching their favorite episodes, some of them even more than once.

Nevertheless, not all of the episodes turned out to be perfect; they were all successful. The ones that are regarded as iconic to this day contrast with those that are considered uninteresting and less memorable. With the knowledge of what episodes are worth rewatching and which ones you can skip, your The Big Bang Theory marathon will be a lot more fun.


5 The Big Bang Theory episodes worth rewatching

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1. The Stockholm Syndrome (Season 12, Episode 24)

The series finale is a compulsory viewing for every Big Bang Theory fan. Sheldon and Amy’s Nobel Prize victory is the main event around which an emotional, and thus, end for the characters is built. This episode is able to balance chaos with tenderness, and thus it becomes the proper time when the audience is given the final word after collections of daring tales, awkward situations, and character development over 12 seasons.

It is permanently in the spotlight as one of the most rewatchable episodes on Collider and fan forums.


2. The Staircase Implementation (Season 3, Episode 22)

A very good flashback episode, which tells us the very beginning of Leonard and Sheldon's roommate story. It also shows us how Sheldon got his famous "spot" on the couch and the first roommate agreement.

For many fans, this is viewed as the necessary episode for truly understanding the dynamics of the series and its comedic relationships. It becomes an episode that a viewer can watch multiple times and never tire of it.


3. The Bath Item Gift Hypothesis (Season 2, Episode 11)

Penny gave Sheldon a Christmas gift, and his extraordinarily weird reaction was captured; this event was undoubtedly one of the funniest moments in the show.

The show has developed the characters through their comic relief in the course of depicting their lives during this event, so it is not really a surprise that this episode was one of the best ever made.


4. The Pants Alternative (Season 3, Episode 18)

Sheldon is attending an award show; his comfort zone leads to a mixture of comedy and sensitivity.

This episode gets a very high rating from the audience for its rare exposure to Sheldon’s persona and par excellence performance of Jim Parsons.


5. The Adhesive Duck Deficiency (Season 3, Episode 8)

Sheldon has a hard time dealing with his feelings for Penny after her accident. The episode was mainly responsible for the popularity of the very close inter-character relationships and the unique humor of the entire cast.

Besides, it is often mentioned as one of the most hilarious and at the same time most subtle episodes, which is exactly the reason that a lot of viewers keep coming back to it for both fun and emotional enrichment.


5 The Big Bang Theory episodes that a lot of viewers would rather skip

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Certain episodes, although The Big Bang Theory has its share of iconic moments, are rated lower by both fans and critics. Those parts are certainly the ones that are often fast-forwarded during the rewatching of marathons.

1. The Table Polarization (Season 7, Episode 16)

The main plot of the episode is a conflict over a dining room table, but the story is very slow and uninteresting. It very often gets passed over by the audience because it lacks the power and laughter of the stronger ones.


2. The Cornhusker Vortex (Season 3, Episode 6)

Leonard’s attempts to impress Penny’s friends at the football game are extremely awkward and forced. This is the main reason many viewers prefer to watch this episode with fast-forward, who claim the humor used here is nowhere near that of the show’s best moments.


3. The Misinterpretation Agitation (Season 8, Episode 7)

This episode is about one very awkward misunderstanding, and it is usually included in the list of those that do not bring along the gang’s usual comedy rhythm. The fans often neglect it when re-watching.


4. The Gothowitz Deviation (Season 3, Episode 3)

Howard and Raj’s efforts to get accepted into a goth club create a pretty funny situation, but it’s not that funny for the majority of the audience. Most of the viewers have labeled it as one of the less memorable episodes of The Big Bang Theory.


5. The Romance Recalibration (Season 10, Episode 13)

Based on the difficulties in the relationship between Leonard and Penny, this episode is inconsistent, and thus, it is one of the least memorable episodes. It doesn't even take the place of good episodes because it doesn't offer the same amount of humor or character development.


The Big Bang Theory is still an important part of our culture, and has been so through its whole run of 12 seasons with 279 episodes filled with humor, emotion, and geeky charm. The Stockholm Syndrome, The Staircase Implementation, and The Bath Item Gift Hypothesis are among the most popular episodes that keep the fans coming back, while other ones, such as The Table Polarization and The Cornhusker Vortex, are usually passed.

You may be revisiting for the very same reason, be it laughter, nostalgia, or character moments, knowing which episodes glitter and which are dull can certainly make your rewatch experience more pleasant. The Big Bang Theory still provides entertainment, and the viewers are still receiving the unique mixture of humor, love, and classic nerd culture references as a bonus.

Also read: The Big Bang Theory cast- where are they now?

Edited by Sezal Srivastava