The Big Bang Theory (TV Series)
The Grasshopper Experiment (2007)
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- TV-PG
- 21min
- Comedy, Romance
- 12 Nov 2007
- TV Episode
When Raj's parents set him up on a blind date, he finds he can talk to women with the aid of alcohol.
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| Johnny Galecki | ... |
Leonard Hofstadter
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| Jim Parsons | ... |
Sheldon Cooper
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| Kaley Cuoco | ... |
Penny
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| Simon Helberg | ... |
Howard Wolowitz
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| Kunal Nayyar | ... |
Raj Koothrappali
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| Sarayu Blue | ... |
Lalita Gupta
(as Sarayu Rao)
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| Brian George | ... |
Dr. V.M. Koothrappali
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| Alice Amter | ... |
Mrs. Koothrappali
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Directed by
| Ted Wass | ||
Written by
| Chuck Lorre | ... | (created by) (creator) & |
| Bill Prady | ... | (created by) (creator) |
| Lee Aronsohn | ... | (teleplay) & |
| Robert Cohen | ... | (teleplay) |
| David Goetsch | ... | (story) (as Dave Goetsch) & |
| Steven Molaro | ... | (story) |
Produced by
| Lee Aronsohn | ... | executive producer |
| Kristy Cecil | ... | associate producer |
| Peter Chakos | ... | co-producer |
| Robert Cohen | ... | co-executive producer |
| Stephen Engel | ... | consulting producer |
| Jennifer Glickman | ... | consulting producer |
| David Goetsch | ... | co-executive producer (as Dave Goetsch) |
| Kelly Lee | ... | co-producer (as Kelly-Anne Lee) |
| Chuck Lorre | ... | executive producer (showrunner) |
| Steven Molaro | ... | producer |
| Faye Oshima Belyeu | ... | producer |
| Bill Prady | ... | executive producer |
| Mary T. Quigley | ... | co-producer |
Cinematography by
| Steven V. Silver | ... | director of photography |
Editing by
| Peter Chakos | ||
Editorial Department
| Ryan Berdan | ... | post-production coordinator (uncredited) |
| Tony D'Amore | ... | final colorist (uncredited) |
| Todd Morris | ... | assistant editor (uncredited) |
Casting By
| Ken Miller | ||
| Nikki Valko | ||
Production Design by
| John Shaffner | ||
Set Decoration by
| Ann Shea | ||
Costume Design by
| Mary T. Quigley | ||
Makeup Department
| Peggy Nichols | ... | makeup artist |
| Faye Woods | ... | hair stylist |
Production Management
| Kelly Lee | ... | unit production manager (as Kelly-Anne Lee) |
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
| Bill Ghaffary | ... | second assistant director |
| Howard Murray | ... | associate director |
| Anthony Rich | ... | first assistant director |
Art Department
| Scott L. London | ... | property master |
| Francoise Cherry-Cohen | ... | set designer (uncredited) |
| Bryan Rogers | ... | set dresser (uncredited) |
Sound Department
| Bob La Masney | ... | re-recording mixer |
| Charlie McDaniel | ... | re-recording mixer |
| Bruce Peters | ... | production sound mixer |
| Ron Arnold | ... | sound recordist (uncredited) |
| Michael Kreple | ... | foley mixer (uncredited) |
Stunts
| Eddie Braun | ... | stunt coordinator (uncredited) |
Camera and Electrical Department
| Roland Monty Reese | ... | dimmer board op |
| John O'Brien | ... | video controller (uncredited) |
| Robert Zeigler | ... | digital imaging technician (uncredited) |
Casting Department
| Nikki Hoffman | ... | extras casting |
| Peter Pappas | ... | casting associate |
| Adam Hochfeld | ... | extras casting (uncredited) |
Costume and Wardrobe Department
| Julie Heath | ... | key costumer (uncredited) |
Music Department
| Barenaked Ladies | ... | composer: theme music / performer: theme music |
| Leo Tee | ... | music clearance manager (uncredited) |
Script and Continuity Department
| Julie Fleischer | ... | script supervisor |
Additional Crew
| Don Foster | ... | executive consultant |
| Eddie Gorodetsky | ... | executive consultant |
| Gregg Moscot | ... | production coordinator |
| Mark Roberts | ... | executive consultant |
| David Saltzberg | ... | science consultant (as David Saltzberg Ph.D.) |
| Mona Garcea | ... | executive assistant (uncredited) |
| Maile Gerken | ... | production assistant (uncredited) |
| Lisa Maniker | ... | product placement (uncredited) |
| Jacob Murray | ... | production assistant (uncredited) |
| Anthony Robinson | ... | production assistant (uncredited) |
| Jason T. Welden | ... | computer/video playback (uncredited) |
Production Companies
Distributors
- CBS (2007) (United States) (tv)
- Amazon Prime Video (2020) (Venezuela) (video) (VOD)
- CTV Television Network (2007) (Canada) (tv)
- Channel 4 Television Corporation (2008) (United Kingdom) (tv)
- Cool TV (2010) (Hungary) (tv)
- ProSieben (2009) (Germany) (tv)
- Veronica (2009) (Netherlands) (tv)
- Warner Home Video (2008) (United States) (DVD)
Special Effects
Other Companies
- Technicolor (post-production services)
- Warner Bros. Post Production Services (sound services)
- Panavision (camera equipment provided by)
Storyline
| Plot Summary |
Raj's parents back in New Delhi have set him up with a childhood acquaintance of his named Lalita Gupta, who has just moved to California. Their plan is for the two to get married. Raj does not want to meet with Lalita let alone get married to her if only because he still has difficulties even speaking to women. Howard decides to take matters into his own hands to get Raj to at least meet with her. Meanwhile, Penny, wanting to practice her bartending skills, uses the guys as guinea pigs, which opens up a whole new world for Raj, especially at this critical time in his mating life. But even if Raj can speak to Lalita, the words that come out of his mouth will be equally as important. Lalita does end up having a connection while on their date, but... Written by Huggo |
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Did You Know?
| Trivia | This episode was the final one to air before the 2007-2008 Writers Guild of America strike, which put a hiatus on television production for three to four months. See more » |
| Goofs | Near the end, Leonard says about Sheldon, "I wonder who's gonna tell his parents they're not gonna have grandchildren," but Leonard knows Sheldon's father has been dead for years. Further, he also knows that Sheldon has two siblings (at least one of which does in fact later give his mother a grandchild) who could do so. See more » |
| Movie Connections | References Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937). See more » |
| Soundtracks | History of Everything See more » |
| Crazy Credits | CHUCK LORRE PRODUCTIONS, #195 United we stand. See more » |
| Quotes |
Penny:
Sheldon, what are you going to have? Sheldon: I'll have a Diet Coke. Penny: Okay, can you please order a cocktail? I need to practice mixing drinks. Sheldon: Fine. I'll have a virgin Cuba Libre. Penny: That's, um, Rum and Coke without the Rum. Sheldon: Yes. Penny: So, Coke. Sheldon: Yes... And would you make it Diet? Penny: There's a can in the fridge. Sheldon: A Cuba Libre traditionally comes in a tall glass with a lime wedge. Penny: Then swim to Cuba. Sheldon: Bartenders are supposed to have people skills. See more » |