The Big C
A suburban mother faces her cancer diagnosis while trying to find humor and happiness as well.
Where to watch The Big C in United States
Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
The Roku Channel
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open The Big C there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Big C streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, The Roku Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | Netflix, Sony Pictures Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video | — |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | Netflix, BINGE, Foxtel Now, Stan | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store |
| France | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, VIVA by videofutur |
| Spain | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Brazil | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Sony One Amazon Channel | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Video, FOD |
About The Big C
The Big C is a 2010 English-language comedy and drama series created by Darlene Hunt. The cast is led by Laura Linney, John Benjamin Hickey, Oliver Platt. It spans 4 seasons and 40 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, The Roku Channel.
The Big C was produced by Perkins Street Productions, Farm Kid, and Original Film and made in United States of America. It was first aired on August 16, 2010, and carries a TV-MA certification.
- Created by
- Darlene Hunt
- First aired
- August 16, 2010
- Last aired
- May 20, 2013
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-MA
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 4 (40 episodes)
- Network
- Showtime
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Perkins Street Productions, Farm Kid, Original Film
The Big C cast & crew
The Big C was created by Darlene Hunt.
The cast features Laura Linney as Cathy Jamison, John Benjamin Hickey as Sean Tolkey, Oliver Platt as Paul Jamison, Gabourey Sidibe as Andrea Jackson, and Gabriel Basso as Adam Jamison.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Michael Caracciolo and it was produced by Jenny Bicks and Michael Engler.
Is The Big C worth watching?
The Big C holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 129 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy series.
With 4 seasons and 40 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy comedy and drama, The Big C is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Big C
In United States, you can stream The Big C on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and The Roku Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of The Big C
Laura Linney
Cathy Jamison
John Benjamin Hickey
Sean Tolkey
Oliver Platt
Paul Jamison
Gabourey Sidibe
Andrea Jackson
Gabriel Basso
Adam Jamison
The Big C — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Big C in United States?
The Big C is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, The Roku Channel in United States.
▸Is The Big C on Netflix?
Yes — The Big C is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is The Big C in?
The Big C is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of The Big C are there?
The Big C has 4 seasons with 40 episodes in total.
▸What is The Big C rated?
The Big C is rated TV-MA. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 129 ratings.
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