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Synopsis
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.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 7.5/10 | 42% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 98% | 21% |
| Metacritic | 86/100 | 21% |
| TMDB | 7.3/102,745 votes | 16% |
| Balasaur Score | 82 | 100% |
Key crew
- Michael ShowalterDirector
- Michael AndrewsOriginal Music Composer
- Emily V. GordonWriter
- Kumail NanjianiWriter
Cast
- Kumail NanjianiKumail Nanjiani
- Zoe KazanEmily Gardner
- Holly HunterBeth Gardner
- Ray RomanoTerry Gardner
- Anupam KherAzmat Nanjiani
- Zenobia ShroffSharmeen Nanjiani
- Adeel AkhtarNaveed Nanjiani
- Bo BurnhamCJ
- Aidy BryantMary
- Kurt BraunohlerChris
- Vella LovellKhadija
- Myra Lucretia TaylorNurse Judy
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