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69% Critic Match
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
“Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire.”
6.9 / 10• 1992• 1h 50m•R• English
DramaThriller
Storyline
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 & Crew
Annabella Sciorra
Claire Bartel
Lead
Rebecca De Mornay
Mrs. Mott / Peyton Flanders
Matt McCoy
Michael Bartel
Ernie Hudson
Solomon
Madeline Zima
Emma Bartel
Julianne Moore
Marlene Craven
John de Lancie
Dr. Victor Mott
KS
Kevin Skousen
Marty Craven
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Curtis Hanson's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
