Big Bang Theory to End With Upcoming Season

The Big Bang Theory is set to come to an end with its upcoming twelfth season. CBS announced the news on Wednesday that the series will wrap with its current run, which premieres on Monday, September 24th at 8 PM ET.

The comedy series has been a juggernaut for CBS in the ratings, particularly in capturing a demographic that often escapes the older-skewing network. It regularly ranks among the best-rated shows of any given in-season week and was the network’s highest-rated scripted show last season with a 2.74 rating in the 18 – 49 demographic. The only other show that came close was BBT spin-off Young Sheldon with a 2.21.

Warner Bros. Television, CBS and Chuck Lorre Productions said in a joint statement, “We are forever grateful to our fans for their support of The Big Bang Theory during the past twelve seasons. We, along with the cast, writers and crew, are extremely appreciative of the show’s success and aim to deliver a final season, and series finale, that will bring The Big Bang Theory to an epic creative close.”

“The Big Bang Theory has been the defining comedy of its generation,” said Kelly Kahl, President, CBS Entertainment. “All of us at the Network take exceptional pride in this series that uniquely combines creative genius, commercial ratings success, cultural influence and characters who became so popular, they are easily known by just one name. We’re incredibly grateful for our partnership with Warner Bros., Chuck Lorre Productions and a brilliant cast and crew that has made such a ‘big bang’ and lasting legacy on the television landscape.”