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The Best Episodes of Young Sheldon Season 4

Every episode of Young Sheldon Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Young Sheldon Season 4!

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The early life of child genius Sheldon Cooper, later seen in The Big Bang Theory.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 1 - Graduation
    8.1/10(2045 votes)

    S4:E1

    After graduating high school, Sheldon has a breakdown when he realizes he may not be ready for college. Dale tries to make amends with Connie.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 17 - A Black Hole
    8.0/10(1813 votes)

    S4:E17

    The Coopers discuss the possibilities of black holes and alternate universes when Dr. Sturgis comes over for dinner.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 18 - The Wild and Woolly World of Nonlinear Dynamics
    7.9/10(1733 votes)

    S4:E18

    Missy's first heartbreak triggers a series of events that lead the Cooper family to the brink.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 14 - Mitch's Son and the Unconditional Approval of a Government Agency
    7.7/10(1621 votes)

    S4:E14

    When the IRS accuses Sheldon of making a mistake, he'll stop at nothing to prove them wrong. Also, Dale is forced to get a colonoscopy and tries to convince Connie to join him.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 15 - A Virus, Heartbreak and a World of Possibilities
    7.7/10(1697 votes)

    S4:E15

    Sheldon is caught in a moral dilemma when offered a bootleg copy of a computer game he can't afford. Also, Mary and Connie take Brenda out for girls' night while George Sr. and the guys watch Billy, and Missy asks Georgie to take her and Marcus on a secret date.

    Director:Michael Judd
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 2 - A Docent, A Little Lady and a Bouncer Named Dalton
    7.6/10(1739 votes)

    S4:E2

    Sheldon gets a summer job at the local train museum. Also, George and Missy bond when Missy embarks on a new stage of womanhood, and Georgie discovers Mary's guilty pleasure.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 3 - Training Wheels and an Unleashed Chicken
    7.5/10(1694 votes)

    S4:E3

    With college in sight, Sheldon is determined to ride his bike without training wheels. Also, Mary and George Sr. argue over parenting styles.

    Director:Jeremy Howe
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 4 - Bible Camp and a Chariot of Love
    7.5/10(1724 votes)

    S4:E4

    When their mothers force them to attend Vacation Bible School. Also, George is furious after Georgie makes a questionable purchase.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 6 - Freshman Orientation and the Inventor of The Zipper
    7.5/10(1667 votes)

    S4:E6

    College orientation does not go as Sheldon planned. Also, Mary is invited to a party when she's mistaken for a university student, and George Sr. helps Pastor Jeff set up a children's nursery.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 16 - A Second Prodigy and the Hottest Tips for Pouty Lips
    7.5/10(1592 votes)

    S4:E16

    Sheldon finds himself at odds with Paige once again when she considers enrolling at East Texas Tech. Also, Mary seeks June's advice when looking for a change.

    Director:Melissa Joan Hart
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 7 - A Philosophy Class and Worms That Can Chase You
    7.4/10(1705 votes)

    S4:E7

    Sheldon's first day of college is derailed by his new philosophy teacher, Professor Ericson. Also, Mary and Brenda live vicariously through Missy's first day of middle school.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 5 - A Musty Crypt and a Stick to Pee On
    7.3/10(1662 votes)

    S4:E5

    Dale and Connie work out relationship issues while playing Dungeons and Dragons with Sheldon and Missy. Also, Mary and George take a trip with Coach Wilkins and his wife, and Georgie freaks out when his girlfriend thinks she's pregnant.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 8 - An Existential Crisis and a Bear That Makes Bubbles
    7.3/10(1685 votes)

    S4:E8

    Connie takes matters into her own hands when Sheldon's philosophy teacher, Professor Ericson, sends him into a tailspin. Also, George Sr. learns Georgie has been cutting class.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 9 - Crappy Frozen Ice Cream and an Organ Grinder's Monkey
    7.3/10(1640 votes)

    S4:E9

    Sheldon and George Sr. dine with President Hagemeyer and a university benefactor. Also, Georgie gives Missy some brotherly advice when Mary won't let her go to the school dance, and Dale and June convince Connie to attend their son's wedding.

    Director:Michael Judd
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 12 - A Box of Treasure and the Meemaw of Science
    7.3/10(1580 votes)

    S4:E12

    Sheldon, Dr. Linkletter and Connie team up on a science experiment. Also, Mary is jealous that Pastor Jeff and Brenda are spending time together, and Georgie has a new side hustle.

    Director:Alex Reid
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 13 - The Geezer Bus and a New Model for Education
    7.3/10(1616 votes)

    S4:E13

    Sheldon refuses to ride in a car after getting into an accident with Connie. Also, Missy uses their trauma to her advantage at school and Connie is forced to take the church shuttle while her car is in the shop.

    Director:Melissa Joan Hart
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 10 - Cowboy Aerobics and 473 Grease-Free Bolts
    7.1/10(1612 votes)

    S4:E10

    Sheldon campaigns to become Dr. Linkletter's lab assistant. Also, Georgie enlists the help of Mr. Lundy, the drama teacher, for a surprising business venture.

    Director:Melissa Joan Hart
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Young Sheldon Season 4 Episode 11 - A Pager, a Club and a Cranky Bag of Wrinkles
    7.1/10(1634 votes)

    S4:E11

    Dr. Linkletter pushes Sheldon to make friends with his fellow students at college. Also, Georgie gets a pager.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"Graduation" is the best rated episode of "Young Sheldon" season 4. It scored 8.1/10 based on 2045 votes. Directed by Jaffar Mahmood and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/5/2020. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "A Black Hole".