

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
"Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire."
Overview
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.
Movie Details
Budget
$11.7M
$11,700,000
Revenue
$88.0M
$88,036,683
Languages
English
Studio
Hollywood Pictures
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Key Crew

Amanda Silver
Screenplay

Curtis Hanson
Director

Ted Field
Executive Producer
Cast

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
Patrick Ryals
Policeman

Charles Lucia
Realtor (as Chip Lucia)
Rachel Glenn
Emma's Friend (uncredited)