

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992)
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.
Full Cast & Characters

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
Director & Crew
Curtis Hanson
Director
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The Hand That Rocks the Cradle was directed by Curtis Hanson and released in 1992.
How long is The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1992-01-10
- Budget
- $11.7M
- Box Office
- $88.0M
- Status
- Released





