The Nanny
“Nanny wasn't responsible . . . WAS SHE?”
Synopsis
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.
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The Nanny / Original Theatrical Trailer (1965)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-02-26
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 27, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 8, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Seth Holt
- Screenplay & Story
- Jimmy Sangster
- Original Score
- Richard Rodney Bennett
- Original Title
- The Nanny
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Hammer Film Productions, Associated British Picture Corporation, Seven Arts Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Seth Holt
Jimmy Sangster, Marryam Modell
Richard Rodney Bennett
Harry Waxman
Tom Simpson
Jimmy Sangster
Department Leadership Roster
Seth Holt
Director
Richard Rodney Bennett
Original Music Composer
Harry Waxman
Director of Photography
Edward Carrick
Production Design
Jimmy Sangster
Screenplay
Jimmy Sangster
Producer
Tom Simpson
Editor
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Nanny
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What is The Nanny 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 directed The Nanny?
The Nanny was directed by Seth Holt.
Who stars in The Nanny?
The principal cast of The Nanny includes Bette Davis, Wendy Craig, Jill Bennett, James Villiers, William Dix.
When was The Nanny released and how long is it?
The Nanny was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Nanny?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Nanny was composed by Richard Rodney Bennett.
Is The Nanny based on a book or true story?
The Nanny is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Marryam Modell".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Nanny?
The Nanny holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).