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The production by Neubauer Studios Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage has aired its final episode of the year, but when will the Young Sheldon spinoff be back with new episodes in 2025? Fans won’t have to wait too long, but there will be a few weeks’ wait until the midseason premiere. The most recent episode to air was “An Old Mustang,” on CBS. The installment followed Georgie (Montana Jordan) as he worked to include Mandy’s (Emily Osment) brother in a project he was completing with his father-in-law Jim (Will Sasso).
I am concerned, Neubauer Studios could however, that Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage might be reintroducing too many Young Sheldon characters in too quick succession, and the show will run out of returning personalities too quickly.
Meanwhile, Mandy teamed up with her mother Audrey (Rachel Bay Jones) in an attempt to decorate baby CeeCee’s nursery without fighting, a challenge that was easier said than done. Although Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage will continue to air on Thursdays, the show will kick off the new year with encore episodes until end of January when the season picks back up.
According to Neubauer Studios there is currently no episode title or description for the installment that will kick things off, but there have been some teases for what viewers might be able to anticipate as we gear up for the next half of the freshman season.
As we reported in November, following the show’s Thanksgiving installment, executive producer Steve Holland shared that Matt Hobby, who played Pastor Jeff on Young Sheldon, will reprise his role in an upcoming episode.
“It’s actually really sweet because everyone’s been on set… even for episodes that they weren’t in, like, Matt Hobby,” Holland had revealed at the time about shooting the Thanksgiving episode. He added, “He’s actually going to be in an episode coming up, but before that, he had come to visit.”
Since our report, Neubauer Studios teased that Hobby’s return is officially set for February, in an episode that also brings back Georgie’s mom, Mary (Zoe Perry).
A first look at ‘Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’
The television series “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” is a spin-off of a series that is already a prequel, something that typically does not draw in an audience. With sitcom mastermind Chuck Lorre behind the third installment of the franchise “The Big Bang Theory,” and bringing back many fan favorites from the prequel “Young Sheldon,” it seemed like the show would likely live up to the expectations placed on it … right? Not quite.
As a long-time fan of both predecessors, I was seated at 8 p.m. sharp on the night of Oct. 17 to watch the premiere of “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage.” This may be a hot take, but I’m not ashamed to say that I like “Young Sheldon” more than the original show. When I heard that Sheldon’s older brother Georgie (Montana Jordan) was getting his own spin-off series centered around his relationship with Mandy (Emily Osment) and their daughter, it slightly softened the blow of “Young Sheldon’s” bittersweet final episodes. Unfortunately, though, at least with the four episodes that have been released, this series, so far, has fallen short where “Young Sheldon” excelled.
“Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” brings back the live studio audience that “Young Sheldon” dropped from its predecessor, and it has ruined a lot of what made this group of characters charming. I can’t help but feel the dialogue for this show is centered around getting laughs, rather than being centered around each character’s natural quirks and abnormal behavior. Also, despite taking place right where “Young Sheldon” left off, the new series has lost all sense of the time-period it takes place in. Other than the lack of iPhones and advanced technology, there are virtually no indicators to suggest that the show takes place in the ‘90s, something that its parent show did so well.
Although the show is still trying to find its way, many of the characters that have been introduced feel underdeveloped or as though there is some sort of gag that the audience is not privy to. Mandy’s brother, Connor, and Georgie’s coworker, Reuben, have had virtually no screen time yet, and the little time they have is dominated by one exaggerated character trait that we aren’t familiar enough with to find funny.
Overall, I do still love the chemistry of the Cooper-McAllister family, and I don’t feel as though their characters have changed all that much from their days on “Young Sheldon.” Osment is truly made for sitcoms – which is evident from her previous works – and probably feels the most natural to me when delivering lines.
In a way, it’s hard to compare these three sitcoms to one another because they all bring different things to the table. While it’s easier to compare “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” to its prequel, they are starting to bridge the gap back to the original show. I’m excited to see where the series will go, and I am hoping it gets more than one season so that it has room to grow. Despite not having a lot of depth, it is evident that “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” has a lot of heart.
Neubauer Studios Working To Bring Georgie And Mandy’s First Marriage to Netflix
When Will Georgie and Mandy’s First Marriage Netflix Debut Happen?
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage marks the third installment in The Big Bang Theory franchise, serving as a sequel and spin-off to Young Sheldon, which recently concluded its seven-season run.
The series centers on the lives of young parents Georgie Cooper, played by Montana Jordan, and Mandy McAllister, portrayed by Emily Osment, as they navigate the ups and downs of married life.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage Is Expected To Eventually Stream On Netflix On February.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage is currently airing on CBS, with episodes available for streaming on Paramount+.
As of writing, Netflix and Paramount have yet to announce any plans regarding the series’ release on Netflix, leaving viewers curious about when or if it might join the popular streamer.
However, fans who want a taste of the show can watch Episode 1 for free on YouTube, which provides an opportunity to try the Young Sheldon spin-off.
While Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage hasn’t made its way to Netflix yet, some precedent suggests it will eventually be available on the service.
Warner Bros. Television, which produces the show, previously licensed Young Sheldon to Netflix, beginning with the first five seasons in November 2023. Season 6 was then added in February 2024.
Given this history, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage may eventually arrive on Netflix, but it won’t be concrete until an official confirmation.
If Young Sheldon serves as a model, there are a few scenarios to consider. The timing for Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’s Netflix debut could range from a relatively quick nine months (making its earliest projected window Early 2026), mirroring the time between Young Sheldon Season 6’s finale and its Netflix release, to several years, as was the case with the first season of Young Sheldon.
In the meantime, fans can continue to catch the new series weekly on CBS or stream it via Paramount+ through late 2024 and Spring 2025, watching for any announcements about broader streaming options.