'The Big Bang Theory' Creators Presume Season 12 Will Be The Last

There's no need to think twice about asking whether The Big Bang Theory is one of the world's most loved comedy series on television. Since it began in 2007, fans have been treated to all kinds of storylines that have kept them on the edge of their seats. From Leonard and Penny getting married, to Howard and Bernadette having a baby. What more is there to love?

The nerdy sitcom was renewed for seasons 11 &12 in March, primarily due to its success in recent years. However, in recent interviews, the future of the show is starting to become clear, as the show creators have hinted that the show could come to a close sooner than we think.

2019 To Be the End of the Line?

Following the show being renewed for a total of 48 more episodes, it's now feared that season 12 will be the tragic end of #TheBigBangTheory. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, co-creator of the comedy series, Chuck Lorre, explained that it is presumed season 12 will be the last.

"We never really figured to be at year 11, let alone what's going to happen after 12. One could easily presume that would be the end of the series, but I'm just amazed we're here."

With that said, it has also been confirmed that the main writers of the show don't plan out their series arcs in advance. The other Executive Producer, Steve Molaro, has said they do not look at the future of the show in advance, instead they focus on the series that they're currently on. In a statement, Molaro said:

"We look at one episode at a time, that's what we've been doing for the last 10 years and it's gotten us this far. As long as we can go; 20 years. I hope to have it as long as we can."

Although Molaro is still working on The Big Bang Theory, he has taken a step back from the show. This is due to him paying full attention to the new spin off show, Young Sheldon. But, Molaro will still be working closely with the other Big Bang Theory writers to help put the remaining seasons together.

The Show's Budget Raises Fears

Believe it or not, The Big Bang Theory is one of the world's biggest budgeted shows on television, costing a whopping $10 million per episode. In recent years, the main comedy series faced the axe due to the show's budget situation.

However, all the fears regarding the budget situation are expected to be wiped away. Sources claim CBS and Warner Bros. TV are in talks of combining together and splitting the cost of the show.

A lot of the budget is given to the stars of the show, as Jim Parsons, Johnny Galecki and Kaley Cuoco each earn $1 million per episode. On the other hand, Parsons, Galecki, Cuoco, Kunal Nayyar and Simon Helberg have all agreed amongst themselves to face a pay cut to help out their fellow stars, Melissa Rauch and Mayim Bialik, who get paid a lot less than the other five stars.

Final Thoughts

The Big Bang Theory creators urge fans to look forward to the two full seasons yet to come, alongside the new spin-off series. Whilst the future of the show currently remains uncertain, CBS are expected to reveal their plans as the remaining two seasons broadcast.

The Big Bang Theory returns in September for season 11.