Nailbiter (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 2013, Nailbiter is a horror film directed by Patrick Rea, running about 82 minutes. “In the shadow of the storm it waits.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A horror film that combines classic monster movie elements set within the backdrop of unpredictable Kansas weather. Start with a mother and her three daughters forced to take shelter from an advancing tornado in a local storm cellar. What is waiting for them underneath is another story entirely.
Who’s in it. Nailbiter stars Joicie Appell as Mrs. Shurman, Emily Boresow as Alice Maguire, Jason Coffman as Creature and Tom Conroy as Bartender, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Nailbiter has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nailbiter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nailbiter tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nailbiter (2013)?
- In US, Nailbiter is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Nailbiter worth watching?
- Nailbiter holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nailbiter?
- Nailbiter stars Joicie Appell, Emily Boresow, Jason Coffman, Tom Conroy and Michelle Davidson.
- When was Nailbiter released?
- Nailbiter was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.