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The Hand That Rocks the Cradle

Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire.

Film19921h 50mReleased

DramaThriller
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Director
Curtis Hanson
Language
English
Released
1992-01-10
Runtime
1h 50m

Community score

6.91,029 votes on TMDB

Confidence

Rating weighted by how many people voted

6.8

The story

A suburban family chooses seemingly sweet Peyton Flanders as their newborn's nanny. Only much later does the infant's mother, Claire Bartel, realize Peyton's true intentions -- to destroy Claire and replace her in the family. The nail-biting suspense builds quickly in this chilling psychological thriller about deception and bitter revenge.

Cast

  • Annabella Sciorra
    Annabella SciorraClaire Bartel
  • Rebecca De Mornay
    Rebecca De MornayMrs. Mott / Peyton Flanders
  • Matt McCoy
    Matt McCoyMichael Bartel
  • Ernie Hudson
    Ernie HudsonSolomon
  • Madeline Zima
    Madeline ZimaEmma Bartel
  • Julianne Moore
    Julianne MooreMarlene Craven
  • John de Lancie
    John de LancieDr. Victor Mott
  • Kevin Skousen — artwork unavailable
    Kevin SkousenMarty Craven
  • Mitchell Laurance
    Mitchell LauranceLawyer
  • Jane Jones — artwork unavailable
    Jane JonesWoman in Park