Film
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992)
Trust is her weapon. Innocence her opportunity. Revenge her only desire.
Drama, Thriller· Directed by Curtis Hanson· 110 min
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.
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- The Bartels couldn't believe how fortunate they were to find Peyton. But they didn't find her, she chose them.
- Their innocence is her opportunity. Their trust is her weapon. And their destruction, her triumph.
- ...is the hand that rules the world.
- Behind a beautiful face, beneath a dangerous smile, lies a rage that can't be stopped.
- Get rocked January 10th!
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Connections
Top billing
- 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