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73% Critic Match
The Big Sick
“An awkward true story.”
7.3 / 10• 2017• 2h 0m•R• English
ComedyDramaRomance
Storyline
Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family's expectations, and his true feelings.
Cast & Crew
Kumail Nanjiani
Kumail Nanjiani
Lead
Zoe Kazan
Emily Gardner
Holly Hunter
Beth Gardner
Ray Romano
Terry Gardner
Anupam Kher
Azmat Nanjiani
Zenobia Shroff
Sharmeen Nanjiani
Adeel Akhtar
Naveed Nanjiani
Bo Burnham
CJ
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Showalter's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Big Sick is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
