The Big Sick

The Big Sick

An awkward true story.

7.3 /10 2,600 votes
March 30, 2017 2h 0m Released

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.

Key Information

Director Michael Showalter
Writers Emily V. Gordon, Kumail Nanjiani
Studio FilmNation Entertainment
Rating 7.3/10
Language EN
Budget $5,000,000

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Cast & Crew

Kumail Nanjiani

Kumail Nanjiani

Kumail Nanjiani

Zoe Kazan

Zoe Kazan

Emily Gardner

Holly Hunter

Holly Hunter

Beth Gardner

Ray Romano

Ray Romano

Terry Gardner

Anupam Kher

Anupam Kher

Azmat Nanjiani

Zenobia Shroff

Zenobia Shroff

Sharmeen Nanjiani

Adeel Akhtar

Adeel Akhtar

Naveed Nanjiani

Bo Burnham

Bo Burnham

CJ

Aidy Bryant

Aidy Bryant

Mary

Kurt Braunohler

Kurt Braunohler

Chris

Vella Lovell

Vella Lovell

Khadija

Myra Lucretia Taylor

Myra Lucretia Taylor

Nurse Judy

Frequently Asked Questions

The Big Sick was released on March 30, 2017.

The runtime of The Big Sick is 2h 0m.

The Big Sick is a Comedy, Drama, Romance movie.

The Big Sick has a rating of 7.3 out of 10 on TMDB.

The Big Sick is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

The Big Sick was directed by Michael Showalter.

The main cast of The Big Sick includes Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Holly Hunter.

The Big Sick is originally in English.