The Nanny (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1965, The Nanny is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Seth Holt, running about 91 minutes. “Nanny wasn't responsible . . . WAS SHE?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Nanny, a London family's live-in maid, brings morbid 10-year-old Joey back from the psychiatric ward he's been in for two years, since the death of his younger sister. Joey refuses to eat any food Nanny's prepared or take a bath with her in the room. He also demands to sleep in a room with a lock. Joey's parents -- workaholic Bill and neurotic Virgie -- are sure Joey is disturbed, but he may have good reason to be terrified of Nanny.
Who’s in it. The Nanny stars Bette Davis as Nanny, Wendy Craig as Virginia 'Virgie' Fane, Jill Bennett as Aunt Pen and James Villiers as Bill Fane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Nanny 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 Nanny page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nanny tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nanny (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nanny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nanny worth watching?
- The Nanny holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nanny?
- The Nanny stars Bette Davis, Wendy Craig, Jill Bennett, James Villiers and William Dix.
- When was The Nanny released?
- The Nanny was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.