The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
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The Hand That Rocks the Cradle

(1992)Directed by Curtis Hanson110 min · RDrama, Thriller
“Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire.”

Someone has moved into the Bartel house in suburban Seattle under a false name, and Claire (Annabella Sciorra) has no idea that the warm, capable nanny she hired for her newborn is not who she says she is. Peyton Flanders (Rebecca De Mornay) fits into the family with disturbing ease, and Curtis Hanson keeps her smile just a little too steady. Her husband Michael (Matt McCoy), her baby and her place in her own home are all at stake.

Annabella Sciorraas Claire Bartel
Rebecca De Mornayas Mrs. Mott / Peyton Flanders
Matt McCoyas Michael Bartel
Ernie Hudsonas Solomon
Madeline Zimaas Emma Bartel
Julianne Mooreas Marlene Craven
John de Lancieas Dr. Victor Mott
KSKevin Skousenas Marty Craven
Mitchell Lauranceas Lawyer
Jane Jonesas Woman in Park
Brian T. Finneyas Botanical Gardens Worker
Julie Clemmonsas Female Lab Worker
Patrick Ryalsas Policeman
Charles Luciaas Realtor (as Chip Lucia)
Rachel Glennas Emma's Friend (uncredited)