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.

Originally released as a motion picture in 2017. Based on a true story. Wide screen (16x9, 1.85:1). Special features: A personal journey: the making of The big sick; The real story; 2017 SXSW Film Festival panel; Cast & filmmaker commentary; The big sick: the other stuff; deleted scenes; The bigger sick: stick around for more laughs.