Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- music video
- Episodes
- 1
- Episode length
- 5 min
- Total watch time
- 5 minutes
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- February 24, 1999
- Source
- Original story
- Studio
- Mook Animation
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 57/100
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Synopsis
Rusty Nail is a X Japan's anime music video produced by CLAMP and included on VHS as a first press bonus for the "PERFECT BEST' compilation album, released in 1999. The video shows anime versions of the band: YOSHIKI, ToshI, hide, PATA and HEATH in a sci-fi like scenario. (Source: Music Japan Plus / X Japan Wiki)
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeShould you watch Rusty Nail?
Only if you enjoy action and sci-fi.
Reception is lukewarm: 57/100 on AniList, with 22% of 349 ratings at 8/10 or higher.
Once people start, they tend to finish: only 1.7% of viewers drop it.
At about 5 minutes in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
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Rusty Nail FAQ
How many episodes does Rusty Nail have?
Rusty Nail has 1 episodes of about 5 minutes each, roughly 5 minutes in total.
Is Rusty Nail finished?
Yes. Rusty Nail has finished airing — the final episode aired February 24, 1999.
Is there a season 2 of Rusty Nail?
No sequel is listed for Rusty Nail as of October 2026.
Is Rusty Nail based on a manga?
No. Rusty Nail is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who animated Rusty Nail?
Rusty Nail was animated by Mook Animation.
Where can I watch Rusty Nail?
Rusty Nail is listed on YouTube. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.