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Emily and Montana are both incredible actors and from their very first scene together in Young Sheldon 2022 episode where Mandy is struggling with machine in Laundromat and Georgie asks her out , I could feel the magic they created with their chemistry and acting. They are both incredibly talented actors who bring so much life to the screen when they're together. I especially enjoy watching them act together, whether it's in a romantic scene or a scene where they're in a conflict. Their chemistry is truly captivating.

The only thing that detracted from my enjoyment was the presence of Mandy's Mother. It's only been one episode, but I found Mandy's mother to be more annoying than amusing. But her dad is a great value, can we just keep her dad and let her mother go? Please?

This show has received lots of hype leading up to episode one tonight, October 17th. The stars are cute, Emily Osment as Mandy McAllister and Montana Jordan as Georgie Cooper, brought over from the "Young Sheldon" show.

I settled in, a bowl of popcorn on one side of me and a six pack of cold beer on the other side. The show started, I was excited and ready to see where this would go.

Bam! Only two minutes in we get ... you guessed it ... a FOUR MINUTE COMMERCIAL BREAK! So, the first six minutes has exactly two minutes of Georgie and Mandy. I was so disappointed. I sulked the rest of the way, I found it reasonably entertaining, very lite fluff, with the young couple staying with her parents and resenting every minute of it. Just typical parent and young adult strife.

I noticed there are a number of "10" votes in the early ratings, completely bogus. This is not a "10" show, in a generous mood I give it a "5" which is average, not good nor bad, for a half-hour comedy TV series.

But way too much commercial time, way too little programming. They are trying to pull a fast one over the audiences.

Absolutely loved the pilot it was brilliant all the emotions came out with Georgie telling Mandys dad that he reminds him of George and several other peak moments I can't wait for the follow up episodes.

The show taps into the emotional themes that were so skillfully developed in Young Sheldon, creating moments that resonate with viewers on a deeper level. The pilot, in particular, packed a punch with heartfelt moments, but one scene stood out: when Georgie tells Mandy's dad that he reminds him of George, Georgie's late father. For longtime viewers of Young Sheldon and those familiar with the Cooper family, this scene was incredibly moving, as it brought to the forefront the enduring impact of George Cooper Sr., a figure who shaped so much of Georgie's character and worldview.

George Cooper Sr.'s presence looms large in the lives of his children, and his absence creates an emotional void that continues to influence Georgie, Sheldon, and Missy in different ways. The scene where Georgie compares Mandy's father to his own is not just a touching moment-it's a testament to how deeply Georgie was shaped by his father's love, despite their sometimes strained relationship. In many ways, this moment allows us to see just how much Georgie still craves the guidance and fatherly presence he lost at a young age.

This emotional revelation ties back to The Big Bang Theory, as we've seen Sheldon grapple with the memories of his father in that show, too. Sheldon often spoke of his dad in a complicated way, but through Young Sheldon and now Georgie and Mandy, we get a fuller picture of George. He was a flawed but loving father who tried his best to support his family, and his death left a lasting impact on each of his children. Georgie's acknowledgment that Mandy's dad reminds him of George is a subtle nod to this lasting influence, adding a layer of complexity to Georgie's character.

It will be interesting to see how they expand on Georgie and Mandy's emotional maturity throughout the series.

As I predicted, many of the reviews are from the "laugh-track haters" who seem to review bomb every new multi-camera sitcom. The reason they switched back to multicam for this show is to give it an identity apart from young Sheldon, just as young Sheldon switching to single camera gave that show an identity apart from The Big Bang Theory.

Admittedly the format isn't for everyone, this show clearly has a lot of heart and great chemistry between Montana Jordan and Emily Osment as the title characters. Will Sasso and Rachel Bay Jones also have good chemistry with each other and the two leads, but I worry Audrey McAllister (Jones) may be too unlikeable a character. If Audrey warms up, she can be salvaged.

My one criticism is of the other characters: Mandy's brother Connor played by Dougie Baldwin and mechanic and Georgie-foe Ruben, played by Jessie Prez. Not much was done with either character and Ruben seems a bit redundant given Georgie's relationship with Audrey.

Given Lorre's track record and what we saw in this first episode, I am hopeful for the rest of this series.

As a long-time fan of Young Sheldon, I was both excited and a little nervous about the debut of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage. Spin-offs are always a gamble, especially when they revolve around side characters stepping into lead roles. But after watching the first episode, I'm happy to say that this show not only holds its own-it shines in a surprisingly warm, funny, and emotionally grounded way.

The episode wastes no time dropping us into the new phase of Georgie and Mandy's life. They're now young parents to baby CeeCee, trying to build a future together while living under the ever-watchful eyes of Mandy's parents, Audrey and Jim. The show smartly picks up threads from Young Sheldon, but it also stands on its own with a fresh tone that feels more like a family sitcom with real heart.

One of the best aspects of the premiere is the character growth. Georgie (Montana Jordan) is no longer just Sheldon's goofy older brother. He's trying to be a responsible dad and partner, holding down a job at his father-in-law's tire shop while struggling to be taken seriously by those around him. Montana Jordan brings more depth to Georgie than we've seen before. He's still charming and a bit naive, but you can tell he genuinely wants to prove himself.

Mandy (Emily Osment), on the other hand, is a standout. Emily brings so much strength and humor to the role-Mandy is fierce, funny, and exhausted (because, let's face it, parenting a newborn is no joke). Her back-and-forth with Georgie feels authentic, and the chemistry between them is one of the strongest parts of the episode. They fight, they compromise, and they laugh together, which makes them feel like a real couple learning to survive adulthood.

The humor is understated but effective. Whether it's Audrey's passive-aggressive comments or Georgie's attempts at asserting himself, the episode balances light comedy with sincere emotion. One moment that really stuck with me was when CeeCee says "Dada" for the first time through the baby monitor. It's sweet, simple, and exactly the kind of payoff you want from a show like this.

Visually, the show still has that small-town Texas vibe we're familiar with, but there's a more intimate, lived-in feel to the sets-like Georgie and Mandy's new home near the train tracks. It's clearly not glamorous, but it represents something more important: independence.