The Hand That Rocks the Cradle

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle

6.9IMDb Score
Released:1992-01-10
Duration:110 min
Director:Curtis Hanson
Actors:Annabella Sciorra, Rebecca De Mornay, Matt McCoy, Ernie Hudson, Madeline Zima
Production:Hollywood Pictures, Interscope Communications, Nomura Babcock & Brown

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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