The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992)
R 1h 50m 6.7/10 IMDb
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.
Director: Curtis Hanson
Cast: Annabella Sciorra, Rebecca De Mornay, Matt McCoy, Ernie Hudson, Madeline Zima
Content Warnings
Identity & Discrimination
Stalking / harassment
Mental Health & Emotional
Death of a child (referenced)
Other
Gaslighting / emotional manipulation
Sexual Content
Sexual coercion / non-consensual situations
Violence & Physical Harm
Child abuse / harm to children Domestic violence / intimate partner abuse
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