Season 1
Laura Linney stars in her Golden Globe-winning role as Cathy Jamison, a 42-year-old schoolteacher who has always played by the rules. That is, until she receives a life-changing diagnosis. But instead of giving up, Cathy decides to live it up! Nothing and no one is safe, including her self-absorbed family, her cantankerous neighbor, and her smart-ass students.
Season 2
Following the medical diagnosis that rocked her safe world, Cathy finally shares the news with her family and decides to pursue experimental treatment. She quickly bonds with her fellow patient, Lee – and his wine collection – but isn’t so sure about her new doctor. This inspirational and bravely funny second season celebrates a life worth fighting for.
Season 3
This season finds Cathy’s cancer in remission, and Cathy considering drastic life changes, such as assuming a secret identity and adopting a baby. Cathy’s husband, Paul, survives his heart attack and becomes a motivational speaker with the help of a sketchy mentor. Andrea embraces her African heritage, while Cathy’s son, Adam, finds religion.
Season 4
Laughter proves once again to be the best medicine as Cathy Jamison comes to a realisation about her battle with skin cancer. Deciding to quit chemotherapy, Cathy finds peace and resolution with her husband , son, and even her estranged father. Cathy’s journey is filled with laughter, tears and poignancy – a fitting farewell to this acclaimed series.
Brutally honest, unapologetically funny and perfectly profound, The Big C is a surprisingly different comedy that reminds us that life is always worth living on our own terms.
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Season 1
Laura Linney stars in her Golden Globe-winning role as Cathy Jamison, a 42-year-old schoolteacher who has always played by the rules. That is, until she receives a life-changing diagnosis. But instead of giving up, Cathy decides to live it up! Nothing and no one is safe, including her self-absorbed family, her cantankerous neighbor, and her smart-ass students.
Season 2
Following the medical diagnosis that rocked her safe world, Cathy finally shares the news with her family and decides to pursue experimental treatment. She quickly bonds with her fellow patient, Lee – and his wine collection – but isn’t so sure about her new doctor. This inspirational and bravely funny second season celebrates a life worth fighting for.
Season 3
This season finds Cathy’s cancer in remission, and Cathy considering drastic life changes, such as assuming a secret identity and adopting a baby. Cathy’s husband, Paul, survives his heart attack and becomes a motivational speaker with the help of a sketchy mentor. Andrea embraces her African heritage, while Cathy’s son, Adam, finds religion.
Season 4
Laughter proves once again to be the best medicine as Cathy Jamison comes to a realisation about her battle with skin cancer. Deciding to quit chemotherapy, Cathy finds peace and resolution with her husband , son, and even her estranged father. Cathy’s journey is filled with laughter, tears and poignancy – a fitting farewell to this acclaimed series.
Brutally honest, unapologetically funny and perfectly profound, The Big C is a surprisingly different comedy that reminds us that life is always worth living on our own terms.
I loved. Full of teary moments.
Studio | Sony Pictures Home Entertainment |
Release date | October 2014 |
Availability | Supplier out of stock. If you add this item to your wish list we will let you know when it becomes available. |
Movie released | 2013 |
Actors | Laura Linney, Oliver Platt, Gabourey Sidibe, Idris Elba |
Dimensions | 192 x 148 x 35mm (L x W x T) |
Format | |
Disks | 10 |
Running time | 19 hours, 41 minutes |
Region encoding | Region 2. This DVD will play in all South African DVD players. |
Audio format | |
Video format | Widescreen 16:9 (1.78:1) |
Languages | value |
Age restriction | 15 NLV |
Categories | |
LSN | XFG-BEV-YLE-4 |