On the Nose (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2001, On the Nose is a comedy and fantasy film directed by David Caffrey, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Brendan is a janitor at a university who has a fondness for gambling, especially betting on horse races. However, he doesn't have much skill at it, and poorly considered bets have drained the bank account he'd set aside for his daughter's education. Brendan's wife has made Brendan promise to give up gambling, but when their daughter announces she's just been accepted to Trinity College in Ireland, Brendan has to come up with the tuition money, and fast. While doing his sweeping at work, Brendan makes a remarkable discovery - the preserved head of an aboriginal tribesman who, under proper conditions, can pick the winners in horse races.
Who’s in it. On the Nose stars Dan Aykroyd as Dr. Barry Davis, Robbie Coltrane as Delaney, Brenda Blethyn as Mrs. Delaney and Tony Briggs as Michael Miller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, On the Nose 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 On the Nose page.
If you liked it. Fans of On the Nose tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On the Nose (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for On the Nose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is On the Nose worth watching?
- On the Nose holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in On the Nose?
- On the Nose stars Dan Aykroyd, Robbie Coltrane, Brenda Blethyn, Tony Briggs and Jim Norton.
- When was On the Nose released?
- On the Nose was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.