Content guide
Mild — okay from about 10+
The Big Bang Theory S1 E17, “The Tangerine Factor”, scores 1/5 for violence, 2/5 for sex and 2/5 for language, for an overall kid-rating of 2/5 — Mild — okay from about 10+. When Leonard asks Penny out on a date and she says yes, they each seek the "wisdom" of reluctant advisor.
Across the episode we counted 2 flagged moments in 2 themes: Sex & hookups (1); Alcohol & drugs (1). Every moment below is either a direct quote from the episode transcript or a short description of what happens on screen, so you can decide before you press play.
Watch for — every moment, theme by theme
Sex & hookups 1 moment
How Sex & hookups shows up in The Big Bang Theory S1 E17:
- Leonard
Okay, well, what exactly did this guy write, not that I need to know the details of your sex life, I just thought…. never mind.
Alcohol & drugs 1 moment
How Alcohol & drugs shows up in The Big Bang Theory S1 E17:
- Penny
Well, Raj can’t talk to me unless he’s drunk, and Wolowitz is, you know, disgusting.
Watch With The Kids · You kids — your rules! · Informal parent guidance, not an official rating.