As the first Big Bang Theory spin-off that isn't a prequel, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe represents a big shift from the other spin-offs, both of which are set well before the events of The Big Bang Theory.

The Big Bang Theory is going multiversal: a new spin-off, titled Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, is in the works at HBO Max. The new show will revolve around down-on-his-luck Stuart from the original series,

Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,” a spinoff of the hit series “The Big Bang Theory” focusing on Stuart Bloom, was officially given the green light to kick off production. HBO Max