The Big Ask

NR
1h 31m
2014
5 /10 (11)

Six friends. Seven days. One super inappropriate question.

Overview

The Big Ask is a dark comedy about three couples who head to the desert to help their friend heal after the death of his mother. They would do anything for him - except for the one thing he wants.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 2014-05-30

Top Billed Cast

David Krumholtz

Andrew

Zachary Knighton

Dave

Jason Ritter

Owen

Melanie Lynskey

Hannah

Gillian Jacobs

Emily

Ahna O'Reilly

Zoe

Dale Dickey

Lori

French Stewart

Rich

Ned Beatty

Old Man Carl

Hutchi Hancock

Lucy

Tara Karsian

Ms. CP

Lizzie Prestel

Marty

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