Young Sheldon

Young Sheldon is currently streaming in Australia on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, and in the US on Netflix and HBO Max Amazon Channel, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. 7 seasons of it means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Iain Armitage is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Start it on Netflix whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Young Sheldon arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Young Sheldon gets the fundamentals right first, then finds room to get weird with it. The early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper, later seen in The Big Bang Theory. Between them, Iain Armitage and Zoe Perry carry the comedy without ever forcing it. The series ran for 7 seasons (2017–2024), building a story that gave its audience time to invest properly. The timing in Young Sheldon is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, Young Sheldon respects your intelligence. The tonal similarities to The Goldbergs are real, though Young Sheldon carves out its own identity quickly. 7 seasons in, there is no shortage of material once you get started. Iain Armitage sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

Young Sheldon wrapped up in 2024, created by Steven Molaro and Chuck Lorre — and 7 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.