The upcoming spinoff series Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage is promised to be a worthy successor for Young Sheldon. Director Alex Reid has shared a new image from the set of the new sequel series while teasing how Young Sheldon fans will enjoy the spinoff.
The set image was shared on Instagram by Reid, revealing what appears to be the director’s silhouette near some equipment in the back of a studio. He confirmed he was there to work on the series, but couldn’t get specific about providing any more info beyond calling his involvement “something special.” Reid went on to tease the quality of Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage while suggesting that it would fill the gap for Young Sheldon fans who’ve been missing the Big Bang Theory prequel series since it aired its final episode.
An unrecognizable Lance Barber reunites with his Young Sheldon co-stars in a new set photo from Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage.
“From the set while I was shooting something special for Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, the new spinoff from [Young Sheldon],” Reid said. “More to be revealed later. Btw, the spinoff is seriously great. Funny but still with a ton of heart. If you miss Young Sheldon, don’t be sad; this show is here for you.”
If you miss Young Sheldon , don’t be sad; this show is here for you.
Melissa Peterman, who played Brenda Sparks in Young Sheldon and will return in the sequel, added in the comments, “Gorgeous shot. And the show is wonderful. I can’t wait to watch!”
Now that both shows in The Big Bang Theory universe have concluded, which finale do you think was better? The hopefulness of The Big Bang Theory or the sheer emotionality of Young Sheldon?
The cast of the spinoff will be led by Montana Jordan and Emily Osmentt with the two playing the titular lovebirds. Will Sasso and Rachel Bay Jones return from Young Sheldon to reprise their roles as Jim and Audrey McAllister, Mandy’s parents. Other series regulars include Dougie Baldwin as Mandy’s brother, Connor, and Jessie Prez as Ruben, an employee of Jim’s shop. There will be special guest appearances from Young Sheldon stars as well, including Zoe Perry as Mary, Annie Potts as Meemaw, and Raegan Revord as Missy.
Georgie and Mandy’s Married Life May Be a Bit “Bumpy”
“[Georgie’s] 19, and he dropped out of high school. How smooth can it be?” series co-creator Chuck Lorre told TV Insider about the new show’s focus on Georgie and Mandy’s married life. “It’s a bumpy ride, but the bumps are comedy if handled correctly. There’s dramatic moments as well, because they will face inevitable obstacles to staying together.”
Suggesting there may be some friction between Georgie and his new mother-in-law, Jordan also teased, “It’s going to be very hectic. There’s a lot of things that come with being a young parent and with Mandy’s mom not being the easiest to deal with.”
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage will premiere on Oct. 17, 2024, on CBS.
