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The C-Word
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The C-Word

2015-05-03 · 90 min · ★ 5.3

TV Movie · Drama

The C Word is an adaptation of Lisa Lynch's inspiring and candid book, based on her blog, about her battle with cancer.

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Directors
Tim Kirkby
Production companies
BBC
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Sheridan SmithSheridan SmithLisa Lynch
Paul NichollsPaul NichollsPete Lynch
Rebekah StatonRebekah StatonGabby
Michael MaloneyMichael MaloneyIan McFarlane
Susannah FieldingSusannah FieldingAbigail
Stephanie VogtStephanie VogtSara
Tom HutchJack
Haydn GwynneHaydn GwynneJane McFarlane
Chrissie CotterillNurse
Silas CarsonSilas CarsonProfessor Kefah Mokbel
Orla FitzgeraldOrla FitzgeraldMary - Chemo Nurse
Marcus GriffithsMarcus GriffithsPete's Colleague
Jamie BaughanJamie BaughanSam
Peter LandiPeter LandiAnaesthetist
Michael HeathWig Man
Naomi RyanNaomi RyanWig Shop Girl
Candida GubbinsTanning Salon Woman
Janette LeggeHotel Woman
Tom CotcherTom CotcherHotel Man
Thusitha JayasunderaThusitha JayasunderaTherapist

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