In the October issue of CBS Watch! Magazine, which hits newsstands next week, they catch up with the newest members of The Big Bang Theory cast, Mayim Bialik and Melissa Rauch.

Discussing the latest additions to the gang, Jim Parsons tells CBS Watch! that "It was wonderful adding Melissa and Mayim. They’re strong actors who fit perfectly into the tone of the show. Their characters have opened up new roads for full stories to be formed around them."

Read the full article now at the CBS Watch! website.

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The Big Bang Theory: Season 4 DVD was released today in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The three-disc Region 2 boxset includes all twenty-four episodes from the show's 2010/11 season along with exclusive bonus features. Episodes are presented in widescreen with 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Sound (English track only). Additional language tracks are French and Castilian Spanish. Subtitles included are English, Castilian Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, Norwegian and Swedish.

Order the DVD now from Amazon.co.uk. If you don't yet own any of the DVDs, you might be interested in the Seasons 1-4 boxset which costs £32.99. A Blu-ray edition was not released in the UK and high definition releases of the show do not appear to be planned.

In the United States and Canada, The Big Bang Theory: Season 4 DVD and Blu-ray were released on September 13th. Order the Season 4 DVD from Amazon.com. In Australia and New Zealand, the fourth season will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Wednesday, October 5th. The DVD and Blu-ray can be ordered from EzyDVD.com.au in Australia or MightyApe.co.nz in New Zealand.

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Last night's double showing of The Big Bang Theory finished first in its time slot by all key ratings indicators.

The fifth season premiere, "The Skank Reflex Analysis", was watched by 14.06 million people and scored a 4.8/15 rating in the important adults 18-49 demographic. This was broadly the same as last year's season premiere.

The second episode of the night, "The Infestation Hypothesis", was watched by 14.65 million people and scored a 5.0/14 in the 18-49 demo. Both episodes of The Big Bang Theory finished first in their time slots, ahead of Fox's new reality show The X Factor.

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Courtney Ford (Dexter, True Blood) is set to guest star on The Big Bang Theory in a potentially recurring role, reports TVLine.com. The actress will play Alice, a cute artsy girl who is, much like the guys, a comic book aficionado. She will run into the gang at Stuart's comic book store. Ford will reportedly appear in the October 27th episode of the show.

The Big Bang Theory returns for its fifth season tonight with TWO back-to-back episodes from 8/7c on CBS.

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Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today launched The Big Bang Theory: Mystic Warlords of Ka'a game on Facebook. The game, which is based on the fantasy card game the guys play on the show, is free and open for everybody to play. The Facebook game allows fans to play with characters from the series or challenge their friends. The game features two modes: "Duel Mode", which provides quick and easy matches, and "Battle Mode", where players can battle out and challenge their friends. The game features collectible cards which players can also trade.

Play the game now at facebook.com/mysticwarlords.

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CBS has announced the October 13th episode of The Big Bang Theory. Sheldon's nemesis Wil Wheaton returns in the episode. Wheaton's former Star Trek: Next Generation co-star Brent Spiner also guest stars as himself in the episode.

"The Russian Rocket Reaction" - Sheldon and Leonard get invited to a party at Wil Wheaton's house, and Howard gets an out-of-this-world opportunity, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Oct. 13 (8:00 - 8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. "Star Trek: The Next Generation's" Wil Wheaton and Brent Spiner guest star as themselves.

You can read more about the episode in our Episode Guide. The Big Bang Theory returns for its fifth season this Thursday, September 22nd, at 8/7c on CBS with TWO back-to-back new episodes.

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The Big Bang Theory today enters syndication in the United States. The show will now air five nights a week on local stations across the US starting with the first ever episode. You can find your local showtimes on the BigBangWeeknights.com website, which also features videos and exclusive downloads about the show.

TBS will also be airing the show on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting tomorrow, September 20th. You can find The Big Bang Theory games, downloads and listings at TBS.com.

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The 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards take place tonight in Los Angeles. You can watch them live tonight on Fox at 8pm ET/5pm PT. The Big Bang Theory is nominated for the Outstanding Comedy Series award and both Jim Parsons and Johnny Galecki are nominated for the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series award. This is the show's and Johnny Galecki's first nomination. Jim Parsons was first nominated in 2009 and won the award last year.

We will be following the events tonight and will keep you updated on how the show and its stars fare the awards, so be sure to follow us on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook or keep checking the site.

Meanwhile, PopSugar.com is now broadcasting live from the Emmy Awards red carpet. They will be interviewing celebrities live and will hopefully talk to some of your favourite stars there tonight. You can watch their coverage in the embedded video player below or head over to PopSugar.com.

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There is some exciting Big Bang Theory merchandise coming out in the next couple of months. We want to showcase a few of those items for you today.

Singing Soft Kitty Plush Doll

This collectible ten-inch plush doll isn't just an adorable stuffed kitty, if you press its paw it will sing the Soft Kitty song. Perfect for those times you need a little feline companionship, without all the mess, or when you're feeling under the weather. Pre-order your Singing Soft Kitty Plush Doll today from StylinOnline.com. The doll is expected to ship mid-November.

An officially licensed Big Bang Theory lunch box. The yellow and red lunch box features Sheldon's infamous catchphrase "Bazinga!". The lunch box was released earlier this month, so order yours today from StylinOnline.com!

Sheldon Bobblehead

An officially licensed Sheldon Wacky Wobbler bobble-head from Funko. Available to pre-order now from StylinOnline.com. The bobble-head is expected to be released mid-November. A Howard Wolowitz bobble-head is also coming soon.

We hope you enjoyed this recap of the latest Big Bang Theory merchandise. You can view all of the official t-shirts and the official merchandise in our clothing area.

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CBS has announced the October 6 episode of The Big Bang Theory. Katie LeClerc, star of the ABC Family drama Switched at Birth, guest stars as Emily, Raj's new girlfriend, in the episode.

 "The Wiggly Finger Catalyst" - Raj finally meets a girl he can communicate with, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Oct. 6 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Katie LeClerc ("Switched at Birth") guest stars as Emily, Raj's new girlfriend.

You can read more about the episode in our Episode Guide. The Big Bang Theory returns for its fifth season next Thursday, September 22nd, at 8/7c with TWO back-to-back new episodes.

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