The 12th season of The Big Bang Theory will be its last.
CBS, Warner Bros. TV and Chuck Lorre Productions have issued a joint statement confirming the news.
“We are forever grateful to our fans for their support of The Big Bang Theory during the past twelve seasons. We, along with the cast, writers and crew, are extremely appreciative of the show’s success and aim to deliver a final season, and series finale, that will bring The Big Bang Theory to an epic creative close.”
The decision to cancel follows the network and producers reluctancy to reconfigure the entire show following the departure of Jim Parsons. According to EW, star Jim Parsons, who plays Dr. Sheldon Cooper, is ready to walk away from the series and since there is no show without Sheldon the series’ upcoming season will be its last.
CBS Entertainment head Kelly Kahl also released a statement confirming the news, three weeks after saying that the network is in preliminary talks to renew the show.
“The Big Bang Theory has been the defining comedy of its generation. All of us at the Network take exceptional pride in this series that uniquely combines creative genius, commercial ratings success, cultural influence and characters who became so popular, they are easily known by just one name. We’re incredibly grateful for our partnership with Warner Bros., Chuck Lorre Productions and a brilliant cast and crew that has made such a ‘big bang’ and lasting legacy on the television landscape.”
Season 12 of The Big Bang Theory will premier Monday, September 24.
