Find Your Favorite Movies

Discover trending and top-rated movies easily.

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle

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

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.

Where to Watch

You can check official streaming platforms for availability:

Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1992-01-10
  • Runtime: 110 minutes
  • Rating: 6.864/10 (914 votes)
  • Budget: $11,700,000
  • Revenue: $88,036,683
  • Production Companies: Hollywood Pictures, Interscope Communications, Nomura Babcock & Brown
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.5659
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Annabella Sciorra

Annabella Sciorra

as Claire Bartel

Rebecca De Mornay

Rebecca De Mornay

as Mrs. Mott / Peyton Flanders

Matt McCoy

Matt McCoy

as Michael Bartel

Ernie Hudson

Ernie Hudson

as Solomon

Madeline Zima

Madeline Zima

as Emma Bartel

Julianne Moore

Julianne Moore

as Marlene Craven

John de Lancie

John de Lancie

as Dr. Victor Mott

Kevin Skousen

Kevin Skousen

as Marty Craven

Mitchell Laurance

Mitchell Laurance

as Lawyer

Jane Jones

Jane Jones

as Woman in Park

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie sceneMovie sceneMovie sceneMovie sceneMovie sceneMovie sceneMovie sceneMovie sceneMovie scene

Trailers & Clips

Trailer The Hand That Rocks The Cradle(1992)

External Links

Keywords

rage and hateloss of loved onenannydestroyfamily's daily lifeinfantchildlessnessmalicedesire to have childrenkidssuspensefulfrightened

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1992-01-10.

Who are the main actors in The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?

The main cast includes Annabella Sciorra, Rebecca De Mornay, Matt McCoy, Ernie Hudson, Madeline Zima, .

Where can I watch The Hand That Rocks the Cradle online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is available.

Is The Hand That Rocks the Cradle based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle has an IMDb rating of 6.864/10 based on 914 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?

The movie had a production budget of $11,700,000 and earned $88,036,683 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?

The soundtrack was composed by Hollywood Pictures, Interscope Communications, Nomura Babcock & Brown. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Hand That Rocks the Cradle filmed?

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?

The total runtime of The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is 110 minutes.

Is The Hand That Rocks the Cradle suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Hand That Rocks the Cradle.

Does The Hand That Rocks the Cradle have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

Similar Movies

How She Move

How She Move

Refrain Blue: Chapter 1 - Scarlet Remembrance

Refrain Blue: Chapter 1 - Scarlet Remembrance

Refrain Blue: Chapter 2 - Beneath the Moon...

Refrain Blue: Chapter 2 - Beneath the Moon...

Refrain Blue: Chapter 3 - Eternal Blue Waves

Refrain Blue: Chapter 3 - Eternal Blue Waves

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Her

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Her

Lovebugs

Lovebugs

Be Afraid

Be Afraid

Rush

Rush

Abducted: A Father's Love

Abducted: A Father's Love

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Him

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Him

Lecciones de Natación para Novatos

Lecciones de Natación para Novatos

The Hedgehog

The Hedgehog

The War

The War

12 and Holding

12 and Holding

Running on Empty

Running on Empty

Moon

Moon

Horsemen

Horsemen

Jemima + Johnny

Jemima + Johnny

Blue

Blue

Angel Baby

Angel Baby