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The Big Sick

  • 20172017
  • RR
  • 2h
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
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Holly Hunter, Ray Romano, Anupam Kher, Zoe Kazan, Adeel Akhtar, Zenobia Shroff, and Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
A couple deals with their cultural differences as their relationship grows.
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ComedyDramaRomance
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 force... Read allPakistan-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.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.
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
138K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
3,731
405
  • Director
    • Michael Showalter
  • Writers
    • Emily V. Gordon
    • Kumail Nanjiani
  • Stars
    • Kumail Nanjiani
    • Zoe Kazan
    • Holly Hunter
  • Director
    • Michael Showalter
  • Writers
    • Emily V. Gordon
    • Kumail Nanjiani
  • Stars
    • Kumail Nanjiani
    • Zoe Kazan
    • Holly Hunter
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 420User reviews
    • 346Critic reviews
    • 86Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 18 wins & 101 nominations total

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    You Dont Have To Stay
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    Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Zoe Kazan and Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Holly Hunter and Ray Romano in The Big Sick (2017)
    Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Zoe Kazan and Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Zoe Kazan and Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Holly Hunter, Ray Romano, and Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Anupam Kher, Adeel Akhtar, and Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Zoe Kazan and Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)
    Michael Showalter, Shenaz Treasury, and Adeel Akhtar in The Big Sick (2017)
    Michael Showalter and Kumail Nanjiani in The Big Sick (2017)

    Top cast

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    Kumail Nanjiani
    Kumail Nanjiani
    • Kumail
    Zoe Kazan
    Zoe Kazan
    • Emily
    Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter
    • Beth
    Ray Romano
    Ray Romano
    • Terry
    Anupam Kher
    Anupam Kher
    • Azmat
    Zenobia Shroff
    Zenobia Shroff
    • Sharmeen
    Adeel Akhtar
    Adeel Akhtar
    • Naveed
    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
    Jeremy Shamos
    Jeremy Shamos
    • Bob Dalavan
    David Alan Grier
    David Alan Grier
    • Andy Dodd
    Ed Herbstman
    Ed Herbstman
    • Sam Highsmith
    Shenaz Treasury
    Shenaz Treasury
    • Fatima
    • (as Shenaz Treasurywala)
    Rebecca Naomi Jones
    Rebecca Naomi Jones
    • Jesse
    Kuhoo Verma
    Kuhoo Verma
    • Zubeida
    • Director
      • Michael Showalter
    • Writers
      • Emily V. Gordon
      • Kumail Nanjiani
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The film was released in the United States on Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon's tenth wedding anniversary.
    • Goofs
      When Kumail is eating fast food and receives a text saying that he is supposed to be on stage in 20 minutes, the text is marked as being sent 1 day beforehand.
    • Quotes

      Terry: So, uh, 9/11.

      [everyone looks at Terry expectantly]

      Terry: No I mean, I've always wanted to have a conversation with

      [gestures at Kumail]

      Terry: about it. With

      [gestures again at Kumail]

      Terry: people.

      Kumail: You've never talked to people about 9/11?

      Terry: No what's your, what's your stance?

      Kumail: What's my stance on 9/11? Oh um, anti. It was a tragedy, I mean we lost 19 of our best guys.

      Beth: Huh?

      Kumail: That was a joke, obviously. 9/11 was a terrible tragedy. And it's not funny to joke about it.

    • Crazy credits
      In the beginning of the end credits, photos of shown of the real-life inspiration behind the Emily character, as well as the wedding between Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani and Nanjiani's real-life parents.
    • Connections
      Featured in Conan: Holly Hunter/Natasha Lyonne/Robert Cray & Hi Rhythm (2017)
    • Soundtracks
      Devil's Haircut
      Written by Beck (as Beck Hansen), James Brown, Phil Coulter (as Philip Coulter), Thomas Kilpatrick, Tom Scott (as Tommy Scott), Michael Simpson & John King

      Performed by Beck

      Courtesy of Geffen Records under license from Universal Music Enterprises

      Courtesy of BMG Rights Management (US) LLC

      Courtesy of Picadilly Music Corporation

      Used by permission of Fort Knox Music, Inc.

    User reviews420

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    9/10
    A Big Winner!
    'The Big Sick' is pure cinematic bliss. This Heartwarming True-Story is told in a Unadultrated, Simple & Emotionally Empowering way, that leaves you wanting for more.

    'The Big Sick' is based on the real courtship of Kumail Nanjiani and his now-wife, Emily Gordon. Kumail's traditional Pakistani Muslim family is unhappy with his relationship with Emily, a White American. When Emily is waylaid by a mysterious illness, Kumail must take charge of the crisis with her parents, Beth and Terry, whom he barely knows.

    'The Big Sick' is an overwhelming experience, that left me with a big smile on my face. Its beautiful love-story, with the backdrop of two diverse families, from two extreme ends of the world. Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon re-tell their heartwarming, albeit intense journey, with pure skill. The two successfully capture their real life experiences & nurture into a terrific cinematic experience. The Writing is top-notch & offers a realistic take on different religions, without ever taking sides. Such Writing deserves an Oscar Nomination. Michael Showalter's Direction is simplistic, yet wonderful. Cinematography & Editing are effectively done. Art & Costume Design are perfect.

    Performance-Wise: Kumail Nanjiani is wonderfully restrained, delivering a performance driven by pure feeling. Zoe Kazan as Emily, is extraordinary. Although she gets limited screen time in comparison to the others, the actress leaves a solid mark. Ray Romano & Holly Hunter, as Emily's parents, are flawless. What Performers! Anupam Kher as Kumail's Father & Adeel Akhtar's as Kumail's brother, are excellent. Bo Burnham & Kurt Braunohler shine as Kumail's fellow stand-up mates. Others lend support.

    On the whole, 'The Big Sick' is an Unmissable Gem. Two Big Thumbs Up!
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    • namashi_1
    • Jul 2, 2017

    Details

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    • Release date
      • July 14, 2017 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • official German Website
      • Official site
    • Languages
      • English
      • Urdu
    • Also known as
      • Bệnh Lạ
    • Filming locations
      • Chicago, Illinois, USA(location)
    • Production companies
      • Apatow Productions
      • FilmNation Entertainment
      • Story Ink
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $5,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $42,873,127
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $421,577
      • Jun 25, 2017
    • Gross worldwide
      • $56,411,585
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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