The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
“Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire.”
1992•R•1h 50m•6.9•Released
DramaThriller
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.
Director
Curtis Hanson
Writer
Amanda Silver
Budget
$12M
Revenue
$88M
Languages
English
Studio
Hollywood Pictures
Cast
Annabella Sciorra
Claire Bartel
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
Kevin Skousen
Marty Craven
Mitchell Laurance
Lawyer
Jane Jones
Woman in Park
Brian T. Finney
Botanical Gardens Worker
Julie Clemmons
Female Lab Worker
Patrick Ryals
Policeman
Charles Lucia
Realtor (as Chip Lucia)
Rachel Glenn
Emma's Friend (uncredited)
Production
Company
Hollywood Pictures
Company
Interscope Communications
Company
Nomura Babcock & Brown
Producer
David Madden
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