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The Big C S1E1 — Pilot

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The Big C•Season 1•Episode 1

Pilot

7.8/10 · 525 votesAug 16, 201029 min

Ranked #6 of 13 in Season 1•−0.1 vs season avg

After being diagnosed with melanoma, Cathy decides to build a pool in her backyard, much to the chagrin of her older curmudgeonly neighbor, Marlene. Cathy's son, Adam, plays pranks on her while her husband Paul tries to get back in her good graces. Cathy also

Directed byBill Condon

Written byDarlene Hunt

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Cast5

Laura Linney

Laura Linney

Cathy Jamison

John Benjamin Hickey

John Benjamin Hickey

Sean Tolkey

Oliver Platt

Oliver Platt

Paul Jamison

Phyllis Somerville

Phyllis Somerville

Marlene

Gabriel Basso

Gabriel Basso

Adam Jamison

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Lorin Flemming

Art Direction

Darlene Hunt

Darlene Hunt

Writer

Bill Condon

Bill Condon

Director

Tobias A. Schliessler

Tobias A. Schliessler

Director of Photography

Brian A. Kates

Brian A. Kates

Editor

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Episode Summary

"Pilot" is episode 1 of The Big C season 1. It scored 7.8/10 from 525 votes, ranking #6 of 13 episodes this season (season average 7.9). Directed by Bill Condon and written by Darlene Hunt, it aired on August 16, 2010.

Next: E2 · Summer Time Best of Season 1