The Big C

The Big C

The Big C

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The Big C

2010- 2013

4 Seasons

40 Episodes

7.1(111 votes)

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Comedy

Drama

Overview

A suburban mother faces her cancer diagnosis while trying to find humor and happiness as well.

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Original Film

Sony Pictures Television

Videos & Trailers

1 video

Cast & Crew

5 members

Acting

Laura Linney

Cathy Jamison

Laura Linney

Acting

John Benjamin Hickey

Sean Tolkey

John Benjamin Hickey

Acting

Oliver Platt

Paul Jamison

Oliver Platt

Acting

Gabourey Sidibe

Andrea Jackson

Gabourey Sidibe

Acting

Gabriel Basso

Adam Jamison

Gabriel Basso

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