The Hand that Rocks the Cradle

• 6.861 Drama
• 1992-01-10
• 110 minutes mins

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.

Starring:

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)

Director:

Curtis Hanson

Writer:

Amanda Silver