The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992)
Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire.
1992 · R · 1h 50m · Drama, Thriller
Genres: Drama, Thriller
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.
Director: Curtis Hanson
Writers: Amanda Silver
Music by: Graeme Revell
Cinematography: Robert Elswit
Editor: John F. Link
Box office: $88M · Budget: $12M · Rated 6.9/10 by 1036 viewers
Cast
Annabella Sciorra as Claire BartelRebecca De Mornay as Mrs. Mott / Peyton FlandersMatt McCoy as Michael BartelErnie Hudson as SolomonMadeline Zima as Emma BartelJulianne Moore as Marlene CravenJohn de Lancie as Dr. Victor MottKevin Skousen as Marty CravenMitchell Laurance as LawyerJane Jones as Woman in ParkBrian T. Finney as Botanical Gardens WorkerJulie Clemmons as Female Lab WorkerMore like this
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