The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992)

01/10/1992 (US) • 1h 50m

Drama, Thriller

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

Overview

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.

Top Billed Cast

Annabella Sciorra

Claire Bartel

Rebecca De Mornay

Mrs. Mott / Peyton Flanders

Matt McCoy

Michael Bartel

Madeline Zima

Emma Bartel

Julianne Moore

Marlene Craven

John de Lancie

Dr. Victor Mott

Kevin Skousen

Marty Craven


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$11,700,000.00

Revenue

$88,036,683.00

Keywords

rage and hate

loss of loved one

nanny

destroy

family's daily life

infant

childlessness

malice

desire to have children

kids

suspenseful

frightened

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