While Chuck Lorre’s spin-off to The Big Bang Theory isn’t immune to inconsistencies with the parent show, they did maintain it in the case of its lead, which proved to be a turn-off for many Young Sheldon fans. Although The Big Bang Theory‘s lead Sheldon Cooper starts out as an obnoxious man baby, he does eventually develop as the show progresses.

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As for its spin-off, such development wasn’t on the cards for the writers, which contributed to fans’ distaste with Iain Armitage’s Sheldon Cooper.

The lack of character development in Young Sheldon elevated The Big Bang Theory

When it comes to spin-offs, especially prequels, writers are often expected to play within the limitations set by the original, as straying away too far could not only hinder the original but could also end up riling fans up. Considering Sheldon was...