

The Big C
2010-08-16 · 27 min / episode · ★ 7.4
A suburban mother faces her cancer diagnosis while trying to find humor and happiness as well.
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- Creators
- Darlene Hunt
- Production companies
- Perkins Street Productions, Farm Kid, Original Film, Sony Pictures Television
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Ended
Top Cast
Laura LinneyCathy Jamison
John Benjamin HickeySean Tolkey
Oliver PlattPaul Jamison
Gabourey SidibeAndrea Jackson
Gabriel BassoAdam JamisonTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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