Where to Watch Nana (1926) in the US

What it's about

Based on the famous novel by Emile Zola. The vivacious and beautiful Nana seeks fame on the stages of Paris in the shows at the Théâtre des Variétés. (which will look familiar to lovers of "Children of Paradise"). When she bombs as an actress, Nana becomes a courtesan, using her allure and charisma more directly to entice and pleasure men. She is kept in a sumptuous fashion by a wealthy count, and several prominent and wealthy men find themselves unable to withstand her charms. In the novel, the theater manager describe Nana: "Nana has something else, dammit, and something that takes the place of everything else. I scented it out, and it smells damnably strong in her, or else I lost my sense of smell." But there's a pain and a pathos at the heart of Nana's situation, and it slowly makes its poisonous way into the lives of all in Nana's orbit.

Cast and crew

Director

Jean Renoir

Writer

Pierre Lestringuez, Émile Zola, Denise Leblond

Starring

Catherine Hessling, Pierre Lestringuez, Jacqueline Forzane

Details

Release date

Jun 25, 1926

Language

None, French

Country

France

Where to Watch Nana (1926) in the US — common questions

Where to watch Nana in the United States?

Nana is available free with a participating library card in the United States. Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Kanopy (HD).

Can I stream Nana or do I have to rent it in the United States?

We have not confirmed a subscription, rental, or purchase option for Nana in the United States.

Can I watch Nana for free in the United States?

Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Kanopy (HD).