The Big Sick (2017)
R 2h 7.4/10 IMDb
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.
Director: Michael Showalter
Cast: Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Holly Hunter, Ray Romano, Anupam Kher
Content Warnings
Mental Health & Emotional
Terminal illness
Phobias & Sensory
Needles / medical procedures
Where to Watch
Streaming
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