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The Big Sick

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.

Where to Stream

  • Amazon Prime Video
  • Stan
  • Amazon Prime Video with Ads

Where to Rent

  • JustWatch TV
  • Apple TV Store
  • Amazon Video
  • Google Play Movies
  • YouTube
  • Fetch TV

Where to Buy

  • Apple TV Store
  • Amazon Video
  • Google Play Movies
  • YouTube
  • Fetch TV

Would I like this?

Box Office

Budget: $5,000,000
Revenue: $56,303,596
ROI: +1,026.1%

Verdict: Hit

Trailer

Crew

Directors

> Michael Showalter (Director)
> Brian Burgoyne (Director of Photography)
> Adam J. Bernard (Second Assistant Director)
> Scott Bowers (Second Second Assistant Director)
> Nicholas R. Bell (First Assistant Director)

Writers

> Kumail Nanjiani (Screenplay)
> Emily V. Gordon (Screenplay)