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The Big Sick

7.320172h 15MovieComedyDramaRomance

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.

DirectorMichael Showalter
WritersEmily V. Gordon·Kumail Nanjiani
ProducersBarry Mendel·Judd Apatow

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Cast · Directed by Michael Showalter

KNKumail Nanjiani
Kumail Nanjiani
Kumail Nanjiani
ZKZoe Kazan
Zoe Kazan
Emily Gardner
HHHolly Hunter
Holly Hunter
Beth Gardner
RRRay Romano
Ray Romano
Terry Gardner
AKAnupam Kher
Anupam Kher
Azmat Nanjiani
ZSZenobia Shroff
Zenobia Shroff
Sharmeen Nanjiani
AAAdeel Akhtar
Adeel Akhtar
Naveed Nanjiani
BBBo Burnham
Bo Burnham
CJ
ABAidy Bryant
Aidy Bryant
Mary
KBKurt Braunohler
Kurt Braunohler
Chris
VLVella Lovell
Vella Lovell
Khadija
MTMyra Lucretia Taylor
Myra Lucretia Taylor
Nurse Judy

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The Big Sick — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Big Sick?

The Big Sick is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Big Sick on Netflix?

No, The Big Sick is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is The Big Sick on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Big Sick is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Big Sick for free?

The Big Sick is available on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Big Sick based on a true story?

Yes — The Big Sick is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).