4. The Big Bang Theory
Start in Germany: 11.07.2009 on ProSieben (US start was on 24.09.2007 on CBS)
Everyone has probably heard of The Big Bang Theory. 4 stereotypical nerds meet Penny, an aspiring actress who lives in a completely different world. This leads not only to chaos but also to new relationships and friendships.
The Big Bang Theory plays with cliches, sometimes perhaps a bit exaggerated, but that’s what makes the series so lovable. It is often silly, but always with a certain wink, and that’s also due to the actors, especially Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, and Johnny Galecki.
Even though the series is sometimes too silly, its cultural impact should not be underestimated. Even before the start of the MCU, The Big Bang Theory made “being a nerd” mainstream and has now also received 2 spin-offs. In 2026, there will even be a third with Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.
