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    The extraordinary Laura Linney stars in the smart, funny and surprisingly different new Showtime Original Series THE BIG C. Cathy Jamison has always played by the rules. That is, until she finds out she’s got cancer. But instead of giving up – Cathy’s decided to live it up. From here on out, she’ll say and do exactly what she wants, when she wants. Don’t miss THE BIG C, premiering August 16th at 10:30 PM (ET/PT) immediately following the season premiere of WEEDS – only on SHOWTIME®. Also starring Oliver Platt and special guest star Academy Award® nominee Gabourey Sidibe.
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Check out the entire first episode of Showtime's newest female-led show THE BIG C, starring three-time Oscar nominee Laura Linney!
The extraordinary Laura Linney stars in the smart, funny and surprisingly different new Showtime Original Series THE BIG C. Cathy Jamison has always played by the rules. That is, until she finds out she’s got cancer. But instead of giving up – Cathy’s decided to live it up. From here on out, she’ll say and do exactly what she wants, when she wants. Don’t miss THE BIG C, premiering August 16th at 10:30 PM (ET/PT) immediately following the season premiere of WEEDS – only on SHOWTIME®. Also starring Oliver Platt and special guest star Academy Award® nominee Gabourey Sidibe.
 
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