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The Big Sick

2017

IMDb

Michael Showalter

2017·R·United StatesUnited States
Award tierBronze
Metascore
ComedyDramaRomanceIndie

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.

Cast

Zoe Kazan·Kumail Nanjiani·Holly Hunter·Ray Romano

Producers

Judd Apatow·Glen Basner·Ben Browning·Amanda Glaze·Emily V. Gordon

Languages

United KingdomEnglishurd

Major Awards

1 win · 4 nominations

Wins (1)

Best Picture

Critics Choice Awards (2018)

Best Comedy

Nominations (4)

Best Picture

PGA Awards (2018)

Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures

Judd ApatowBarry Mendel
Critics Choice Awards (2018)

Best Picture

Best Screenplay

Writers Guild of America, USA (2018)

Original Screenplay

Kumail NanjianiEmily V. Gordon

Best Actor

Critics Choice Awards (2018)

Best Actor in a Comedy

Kumail Nanjiani