The Hand that Rocks the Cradle (1992)

Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire.

The Hand that Rocks the Cradle

DramaThriller

Directed by Curtis Hanson

Runtime: 1 hour 50 minutes

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.
  • 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

Review

Everyone enjoyed this classic cheesy thriller. The story was good and the stand out greenhouse scene received high praise.

Reviewed: 5 June 2021

(8/10)