The Big Bang Theory Season 11 Episode 2

Ep 2. The Retraction Reaction

  • TV-NR
  • October 2, 2017
  • 21 min
  • 7.2  (2,683)

After an explosive end to the previous episode, The Big Bang Theory season 11 episode 2 is titled The Retraction Reaction. The episode begins with Sheldon Cooper being interviewed by NPR about his paper on super-asymmetry. The interview takes an unexpected turn and soon the physicist finds himself in deep trouble.

The interview soon goes viral and people start making fun of Sheldon for his claims of discovering a new particle. It doesn't take long for everyone to realize that Sheldon's paper is actually incorrect, and he is forced to issue a retraction. Sheldon has a hard time accepting defeat and struggles to come to terms with his public humiliation.

Meanwhile, Leonard, Howard, Raj, and Stuart are busy trying to help him out. They know that Sheldon is taking the criticism particularly hard, so they decide to lift his spirits with some kind gestures. Leonard and Howard try to create a new research project for Sheldon to distract him, while Raj and Stuart decide to throw a surprise party.

Despite their best efforts, the boys can't seem to cheer Sheldon up. He's angry and resentful and determined to prove the world wrong. His stubbornness causes trouble for Amy, who is worried about Sheldon's mental well-being. She turns to Penny for help, and together they come up with a plan to help him move on.

Meanwhile, Bernadette is dealing with her own problems. She's struggling to balance her work and motherhood, and things take a turn for the worse when she finds out she has been exaggerating her research findings with Howard's help. Bernadette has a tough time grappling with the guilt and decides to come clean and face the consequences for her actions.

The Retraction Reaction shows us the importance of owning up to our mistakes and the repercussions of not doing so. The episode also gives us insight into the lives of the characters and the challenges they face in their personal and professional lives.

As always, the comedic timing of the cast, the witty writing, and the relatability of the characters make this episode a must-watch for fans of The Big Bang Theory. While it may not be the most lighthearted episode, it's certainly one that will leave a lasting impression.

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  • First Aired
    October 2, 2017
  • Content Rating
    TV-NR
  • Runtime
    21 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.2  (2,683)