The warm-hearted Big Bang Theory prequel following a child genius growing up in small-town Texas was filmed in Los Angeles – where the suburbs of the San Fernando Valley doubled for 1980s East Texas.
Where was Young Sheldon filmed?
Young Sheldon was filmed in Los Angeles, California, doubling for small-town Texas.
Every Young Sheldon location, explained
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The Cooper home – Valley Village
Sheldon’s family home used Valley Village in Los Angeles.
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Sheldon’s school – Van Nuys
Sheldon’s school used Van Nuys High School in Los Angeles.
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The town – Burbank
Town scenes used Burbank and the San Fernando Valley.
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Texas as California
The LA suburbs doubled for fictional Medford, Texas.
Planning a visit
Los Angeles – the show’s real home – is an accessible city standing in for East Texas.
Young Sheldon Fun Facts
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Texas filmed in LA The East Texas story was filmed in the San Fernando Valley.
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A Big Bang Theory prequel It follows a young Sheldon Cooper years before the hit sitcom.
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A single-camera comedy Unlike its parent show, it uses a single-camera style.
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Narrated by Parsons Jim Parsons narrates as the adult Sheldon.
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A child genius The show follows Sheldon’s gifted, awkward childhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Young Sheldon filmed?
In Los Angeles, California, doubling for small-town Texas.
Is it set in Texas?
Yes – in fictional Medford, Texas, but filmed in LA.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Los Angeles is accessible.
Is it a Big Bang Theory prequel?
Yes – it follows a young Sheldon Cooper.
When did it start?
2017.
