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Season 3 – The Big C

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Acclaimed actress Laura Linney stars in this comedy-drama as Minneapolis schoolteacher Cathy Jamison, whose reserved, structured way of life is turned upside down after she is diagnosed with terminal cancer. Gone are the days of pleasing everyone else; now, for the first time in her life, she is going to choose the path that most suits her needs. And that means, in part, telling her immature husband, spoiled son and outspoken brother to grow up. Cathy, meanwhile, wants to act up ... and along the way she forms new bonds with some unexpected people.
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Phil Dyess-Nugent AV Club The Big C isn't the worst TV series I've ever watched from beginning to end, but I'm not sure the show itself even recognizes just how mean and self-satisfied it is at its core. Rated: C- Aug 5, 2020 Full Review Jonathan Pacheco Slant Magazine The series may no longer create the types of unique points of tension and humor it did in the first season, but its broader comedy benefits from the energy these guest stars bring to each episode. Rated: 2/4 Apr 8, 2012 Full Review Verne Gay Newsday The questions suddenly seem more interesting. Rated: B Apr 8, 2012 Full Review Matt Richenthal TV Fanatic This is a show that lost any semblance of direction. Rated: 2.9/5 Aug 5, 2020 Full Review Adam Newland TV Equals This show has gotten so preposterous that sometimes I forget that Laura Linney is a highly-credible actress with plenty of range. Aug 5, 2020 Full Review Tom Gliatto People Magazine The show's quirky unpredictability feels less like life's ongoing, authentic messiness than a creative muddle. Jan 3, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Season 3 is all caught up in the comedy, and loses the poignant emotional moments that made this show special. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Laura Linney

Cathy Jamison

Oliver Platt

Paul Jamison

John Benjamin Hickey

Sean

Phyllis Somerville

Marlene

Gabriel Basso

Adam Jamison

Gabourey Sidibe

Andrea

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 8, 2012 Thin Ice Cathy has reason to hope for recovery; Sean supports Andrea's newfound appreciation of her heritage; Adam turns to prayer. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 15, 2012 What's Your Story? Sean discovers a new way to generate income; Andrea tries to start a club; Adam joins a Bible study group at school. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 22, 2012 Bundle of Joy Cathy meets a "joyologist" at a creative retreat; Sean takes Andrea out for Valentine's Day; Adam attends church with his new crush. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 29, 2012 Family Matters Cathy focuses on her new pursuit; Adam and Andrea cope with Cathy's direction; Sean meets the former owner of his business. Details Episode 5 Aired May 6, 2012 Face Off Cathy tries to impress the parents of the baby she wants to adopt; Joy encourages Paul to share his experience with an audience; Jessie urges Adam to deepen his relationship with God. Details Episode 6 Aired May 13, 2012 Life Rights Cathy and Paul get an offer from Joy's famous friend; Sean befriends a phone-sex customer; Adam asserts his independence. Details Episode 7 Aired May 20, 2012 How Bazaar Cathy and Adam are too generous; Joy urges Paul to go after an endorsement deal; Sean brings his friends to a charity auction. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 3, 2012 Killjoy Cathy pays back Maxine and Dave; Sean discovers good and bad aspects to his relationships with Tim and Giselle; Paul learns something about Cathy. Details Episode 9 Aired Jun 10, 2012 Vaya Con Dios Cathy trains for a scuba dive; Paul has to keep it together for a speaking engagement; Sean decides to take a break from dating. Details Episode 10 Aired Jun 17, 2012 Fly Away Cathy spends time with a stranger; Paul receives attention from a tourist; Sean is guilt-ridden. Details

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The Big C — Season 3

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Season Info

Network
Paramount+ with Showtime
Rating
TV-MA (L)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 8, 2012