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The Big Sick

An awkward true story.

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.

20172h 0mRComedy, Drama, Romance

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About The Big Sick

Directors
Michael Showalter
Cast
Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Holly Hunter, Ray Romano, Anupam Kher, Zenobia Shroff
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Content rating
R
Original language
English
Production countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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