The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
Released
January 10, 1992
Runtime: 1h 50m
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.
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Cast & Crew
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
- KS
Kevin Skousen
Marty Craven
Mitchell Laurance
Lawyer
- JJ
Jane Jones
Woman in Park
Brian T. Finney
Botanical Gardens Worker
Julie Clemmons
Female Lab Worker
- PR
Patrick Ryals
Policeman
Charles Lucia
Realtor (as Chip Lucia)
- RG
Rachel Glenn
Emma's Friend (uncredited)
Curtis Hanson
Director
Amanda Silver
Screenplay
Media
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