
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
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.
Release Date: 1992-01-10
Drama
Thriller
★★★★★★★★★★ (908 votes)
Casts

Annabella Sciorra
as Claire Bartel

Rebecca De Mornay
as Mrs. Mott / Peyton Flanders

Matt McCoy
as Michael Bartel

Ernie Hudson
as Solomon

Madeline Zima
as Emma Bartel

Julianne Moore
as Marlene Craven

John de Lancie
as Dr. Victor Mott

Mitchell Laurance
as Lawyer

Brian T. Finney
as Botanical Gardens Worker

Julie Clemmons
as Female Lab Worker