Nails

Nails

Year: 2017

Runtime: 85 min

Language: English

Horror

Trapped in her own body after a near-fatal car crash, track coach Dana Milgrom must navigate a desperate struggle for survival. As she's confined to a hospital room, a chilling presence called Nails begins to torment her. But as her pleas fall on deaf ears, Dana's grip on reality starts to slip, and she's forced to confront the darkness head-on in a fight to prove her sanity.

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Timeline – Nails (2017)
Trace every key event in Nails (2017) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Dana's Accident

Dana Milgrom suffers a life-altering hit-and-run incident while jogging. This traumatic event leaves her partially paralyzed and leads to her hospitalization at Hopewell Rehabilitation Hospital.

Hopewell Rehabilitation Hospital
2

Challenging Recovery

As Dana begins her recovery, she experiences discomfort with her surroundings and grows suspicious that someone may be stalking her at night. Despite her fears, her nurse Trevor Helms dismisses these concerns.

Hopewell Rehabilitation Hospital
3

Family Visits

Dana's husband, Steve, and their daughter, Gemma, come to visit her at the hospital. During this visit, concerns are raised about Dana's mental state, raising questions about her perceived hallucinations.

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4

Haunting Experiences

As night falls, Dana experiences haunting visions of a shadowy figure. Her disorientation increases as she informs Dr. Ron Stengel about the malevolent presence that seems to be lingering in her room.

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5

The Breathing Machine Incident

In a terrifying turn of events, the ghostly figure disables Dana's breathing machine, nearly causing her death. Shaken, Dana recounts her experiences to Steve, describing the figure's disturbing features.

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6

Surveillance Cameras

To help put Dana's mind at ease, surveillance cameras are installed in her room. The move intensifies tensions with her husband as he confronts hospital director Elizabeth about the care Dana is receiving.

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7

Connecting with Ellie

Dana establishes a connection with Ellie, a fellow patient, by tapping on the thin wall between their rooms. This communication offers Dana some relief as she navigates the unsettling environment around her.

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8

Discovering Eric's Past

In her quest for answers, Dana uncovers the tragic history of Eric Nilsson, a former patient linked to the hospital's dark past. His involvement in the deaths of five children and subsequent suicide adds to the eerie atmosphere.

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9

Unsettling Occurrences Intensify

Dana begins to feel physical manifestations of the ghostly presence, including scratch marks on her back. A discussion with Dr. Stengel reveals more about Eric's troubling history, amplifying her fears.

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10

Video Revelation

While on a Skype call with Gemma, Dana discovers that her husband Steve has been seeing a woman named Ashley. In a chaotic moment, Nails, the ghostly figure, confronts her in a terrifying scene.

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11

Nailing the Closet Shut

To confront the threat of Nails, Trevor nails shut the closet that has become a source of terror for Dana. Meanwhile, she desperately seeks help in escaping the hospital, but Trevor refuses her request.

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12

Supernatural Chaos Escalates

In a series of tragic events, Nails attacks Trevor, killing him unexpectedly. As chaos ensues, Dana finds herself unraveling the connection between her own past and Eric's horrifying legacy.

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13

Confronting Past Trauma

Dana learns that her childhood files from her previous treatment at the hospital are linked to Eric's crimes. This revelation forces her to confront her own traumatic history in the context of the spectral encounters.

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14

Final Confrontation

As the hospital descends into chaos and the power fails, Dana faces Nails in a final clash. Despite her bravery, she succumbs to his violent attack, leading to a devastating conclusion.

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15

Gemma's Heartbreaking Truth

In the aftermath, as first responders find Gemma outside, she reveals the chilling truth about Nails being responsible for her mother’s death. A haunting vision of Eric hints at a dark continuation of past crimes.

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Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 11:15

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