The Big Bang Theory is an American television sitcom developed by Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady. Both of them serve as executive producers on the series, along with Steven Molaro. All three also serve as head writers. The show premiered on CBS on September 24, 2007. The series tenth season premiered on September 19, 2016. In March 2017, the series was renewed for two additional seasons, bringing its total to 12, and running through the 2018–19 television season.