The Big Sick (2017)

An awkward true story.

Movie · Comedy, Drama, Romance · 2h 0m · Rated 7.3/10 on TMDB · Released March 30, 2017

Overview

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.

Directed by Michael Showalter

Cast

• Kumail Nanjiani as Kumail Nanjiani
• Zoe Kazan as Emily Gardner
• Holly Hunter as Beth Gardner
• Ray Romano as Terry Gardner
• Anupam Kher as Azmat Nanjiani
• Zenobia Shroff as Sharmeen Nanjiani
• Adeel Akhtar as Naveed Nanjiani
• Bo Burnham as CJ
• Aidy Bryant as Mary
• Kurt Braunohler as Chris
• Vella Lovell as Khadija
• Myra Lucretia Taylor as Nurse Judy

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