The Nail (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1944, The Nail is a drama, mystery and romance film directed by Rafael Gil, running about 89 minutes. “The sublime romance of an enigmatic love” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mérida Nueva, Spain, late 19th century. Judge Javier Zarco finds in a cemetery a skull pierced by a nail and suspects that a murder has been committed. When he investigates the case in depth, his suspicions fall on the woman who was going to marry the deceased.
Who’s in it. The Nail stars Amparo Rivelles as Blanca, Rafael Durán as Javier Zarco, Juan Espantaleón as Juan and Milagros Leal as Authoritarian Lady, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Nail has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nail page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nail tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nail (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nail change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nail worth watching?
- The Nail holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nail?
- The Nail stars Amparo Rivelles, Rafael Durán, Juan Espantaleón, Milagros Leal and Joaquín Roa.
- When was The Nail released?
- The Nail was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.