TLC TV Guide — Saturday, 5 September 2026

Part one of two. Frankie tries to re-create her childhood summers, but her plans are ruined by an unguarded comment from Mike. Meanwhile, Sue tries to bond with her father, Brick hopes to grow a giant tomato and Axl is forced to attend school during the holidays. Family comedy, starring Patricia Heaton and Neil Flynn

Part two of two. As Frankie's plans to show the family how she spent her childhood holidays fall by the wayside, it's back to the grind for Axl, who has to pass his English exam if he has any chance of getting his college sports scholarship. Meanwhile, Brick's gardening project begins to take shape, while Sue puts together a scrapbook of her adventures with Mike. Domestic comedy, starring Patricia Heaton and Charlie McDermott

It's back to school for the family, including Frankie, who unexpectedly loses her position at the car showroom. Determined not to take any job that comes her way, she enrols in college in the hope of securing a better career. Meanwhile, Axl embarks on his senior high school year and Sue mentors a new pupil. American comedy, starring Patricia Heaton, Charlie McDermott and Eden Sher

Lisa fears the bump growing out of the back of her head could be cancerous, and two teenage brothers have matching lumps

The life of Samantha, who weighs over 600lbs. Through her weight-loss journey, she attempts to drop the pounds and change her lifestyle to survive

A bride with a love of dressing up is torn between a classical dress and a princess gown, while another customer wants to combine a traditional Irish look with modern decorations

Randy recalls the looks that killed and the dresses that thrilled, from dresses fit for royalty to gowns that barely cover the bride from the season

Buying goods from the comfort of home

Buying goods from the comfort of home

The young genius moves to Dallas to attend a school for gifted children, the family struggles to cope without him around any more. US comedy, starring Iain Armitage

A worried Mary sends Sheldon off to Sunday school after she finds him playing Dungeons and Dragons with Tam and Billy, but Sheldon is soon inspired to study a variety of religions. US comedy, starring Iain Armitage

The youngster asks for a computer and unknowingly sparks a heated argument between his parents over the family's finances, prompting Mary and the twins to move in with Meemaw. Iain Armitage stars

When his germophobia lands him in detention when flu season hits Medford, Sheldon takes extreme measures to remain healthy. Comedy, starring Iain Armitage

When Mary takes a job as church secretary, she finds herself becoming a marriage counsellor to Pastor Jeff. Sheldon and Missy spend their first afternoon at home alone. Comedy, starring Iain Armitage and Raegan Revord

Sheldon makes friends with an upper-class senior pupil who introduces him to a new field of science. Meanwhile, Mary and George disagree on how to handle Sheldon's blossoming social life

A disappointing lack of success in a competition at the school science fair sends Sheldon's life in a new direction as he rejects the idea of becoming a scientist in favour of acting. Comedy, starring Iain Armitage

When Sheldon is bullied by an unlikely character, Mary and George disagree on how to handle the situation, contemplating whether they should their son employ self-defence techniques. Undeterred, he tries his hand at jiu-jitsu and even covers himself in bubble-wrap for protection

Leonard and Penny offer Sheldon's old room to Raj after he is forced to move out of his apartment to save money, leading to unexpected conflict among the gang and some unwanted observations from Leonard's mother. Christine Baranski guests

Leonard, Penny and Raj settle into their new living arrangement, but Penny and Raj get along so well together that Leonard starts to feel left out. Sheldon expresses an interest in Amy's work and they begin to collaborate on a scientific project

Sheldon pushes himself to the limit when he collaborates on two scientific projects - one with Leonard and Howard, plus another with Amy - on the same day. Bernadette nears the end of her maternity leave, and looks forward to returning to work

Howard and Bernadette find it upsetting to leave baby Halley at the nursery when Bernadette returns to work at the end of her maternity leave. The gang's university colleague Bert the geologist introduces them to his attractive new girlfriend Rebecca

Leonard isn't thrilled when he finds out Penny is considering taking a new job that has been offered to her by her former boyfriend Zack. Sheldon attempts to develop his brain further by learning new skills

Amy is offered a visiting research fellowship at Princeton University, and Raj makes some new living arrangements. When the guys complete their infinite persistence gyroscope project, events spin out of control

The gang become concerned when Sheldon's former admirer Dr Ramona Nowitzki resurfaces while Amy is away working at Princeton University. Jim Parsons stars

Amy must decide whether or not to marry Sheldon and gives him an answer to his proposal. Howard and Bernadette struggle with some unexpected news. With guest stars Laurie Metcalf, Riki Lindhome and Stephen Hawking

Leonard angers the university - and the entire physics community - when he gives an embarrassing interview. Amy and Bernadette bond over having to hide their success from Sheldon and Howard. Ira Flatow and Regina King guest star

As Sheldon stresses out about picking a wedding date, Amy tries to convince him that he has a more laid-back side. Meanwhile, Raj and Stuart compete to win the heart of Bernadette's new colleague Ruchi. Swati Kapila guest stars

Leonard is devastated when his mother befriends Penny. Howard and Sheldon bond when they drive into the desert to shoot off a model rocket. Christine Baranski guest stars

Sheldon and Raj turn to Bernadette for advice about their jealousy when Amy and Howard decide to collaborate on a new project. Penny and Leonard learn some new ways to manage Sheldon's irksome behaviour from an unlikely source

Sheldon competes with Wil Wheaton (guest starring as himself) for the role of the new Professor Proton when the scientist's old TV series gets a reboot. Penny looks after Halley when Howard and Bernadette are both put on bed rest

Sheldon and Bert collaborate on a research project, even though Sheldon is embarrassed to be associated with the study of geology. Penny and Bernadette coach Raj on how to navigate his fledgling relationship with Ruchi. Swati Kapila and Brian Posehn guest star