Content guide
Mild — okay from about 10+
The Big Bang Theory S8 E6, “The Expedition Approximation”, scores 1/5 for violence, 2/5 for sex and 1/5 for language, for an overall kid-rating of 2/5 — Mild — okay from about 10+. Sheldon and Raj test whether they could survive a dark-matter research expedition in a salt mine by simulating the conditions in a steam tunnel. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny seek advice from Wolowitz and Bernadette after they fight about money.
Across the episode we counted 5 flagged moments in 3 themes: Sex & hookups (2); Nudity & bodies (2); 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 2 moments
How Sex & hookups shows up in The Big Bang Theory S8 E6:
- Leonard
Sure. In my mind, that broke the tension with comedy and led to sex.
- Penny
Well, leaving an envelope full of cash on my dresser after sex would count as weird.
Nudity & bodies 2 moments
How Nudity & bodies shows up in The Big Bang Theory S8 E6:
- Sheldon
Plus, there’s almost no chance we’ll see any of our coworkers half naked.
- Raj
Or totally naked. I love Howard, but the dude needs a little shame.
Alcohol & drugs 1 moment
How Alcohol & drugs shows up in The Big Bang Theory S8 E6:
- Howard
Talk about wasted money. What about the late fees on our credit card because somebody didn’t pay the bill on time?
Watch With The Kids · You kids — your rules! · Informal parent guidance, not an official rating.