Movie poster for The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
TMDb Rating
6.9/10

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The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992)

DramaThriller
110 min

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

Plot Summary

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

Top Cast

Annabella SciorraRebecca De MornayMatt McCoyErnie HudsonMadeline Zima

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