- "The Big Bang Theory" is quickly approaching the end of its 12-season run.
- With the help of INSIDER's Data team, we figured out what shows might be able to fill that "Big Bang Theory"-shaped hole in your heart.
- Using info from both fans and reviewers on Rotten Tomatoes, these are 20 shows that you'll probably enjoy if you loved the story of Sheldon, Penny, Leonard, Amy, Raj, Howard, and Bernadette.
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After 12 years of comic book references, confusing astrophysics, and plenty of songs about kitties, "The Big Bang Theory" will come to an end on May 9, 2019, with the episode "The Maternal Conclusion." The cast and fans alike have been getting emotional thinking about the end. But fear not: We're here to help.
The INSIDER Data team scoured Rotten Tomatoes to see what other shows the fans and reviewers of "The Big Bang Theory" were passionate about. We found 20 shows that we think those fans will enjoy, including superhero shows like "The Flash" and comedies like "Brooklyn Nine-Nine."
"Game of Thrones" is easily the biggest TV event of 2019. It's no surprise that fans of nerd-friendly "The Big Bang Theory" also love this fantasy epic.
It might feel daunting to try and catch up on "Game of Thrones" at this point, but it's definitely worth it if you appreciate all the other sci-fi and fantasy properties that are referenced on "Big Bang."
There's a lot going on in "GoT," but here's a quick primer: It's about a medieval-esque country called Westeros. There's magic, political intrigue, battles and gore, relationships and family drama — basically everything you could want.
You can stream the whole series on HBO Go.
"The Walking Dead" is a common interest of 23% of reviewers of "The Big Bang Theory."
"The Walking Dead" is another show that might seem like it's too much to catch up on, but it's also very much worth it. Comic book fans might have already read the comics that this AMC series is based on, but the show makes more than a few significant changes that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
The show follows the survivors of, essentially, the zombie apocalypse. They try to survive, deal with their new reality, and fight off the undead, called Walkers.
You can stream the first eight seasons of "The Walking Dead" on Netflix.
"Breaking Bad" incorporates science elements into the show that "Big Bang" fans will appreciate.
"Breaking Bad" is one of the most beloved TV shows of our time, with a 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The show, which lasted from 2008 to 2013, is about a mild-mannered high school chemistry teacher who resorts to cooking crystal meth to pay for his medical expenses after he finds out he has lung cancer.
You can stream all of "Breaking Bad" on Netflix.
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