The Big Sick (2017)
03/30/2017 (US) • 2h
An awkward true story.
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.
Top Billed Cast
Kumail Nanjiani
Emily Gardner
Beth Gardner
Terry Gardner
Azmat Nanjiani
Sharmeen Nanjiani
Naveed Nanjiani
Mary
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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$5,000,000.00
Revenue
$56,303,596.00
Keywords
chicago, illinois
new york city
immigrant
muslim
roommates
sadness
sarcasm
comedian
based on true story
one-man show
pakistan
family relationships
film in film
matchmaking
cultural difference
hospital
falling in love
family
illness
group of friends
intercultural relationship
aftercreditsstinger
college student
uber
traditional family
comedy club
stand-up comedian
grad school
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