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The Hand That Rocks the Cradle poster

Film · 1992

The Hand That Rocks the Cradle

Directed by Curtis Hanson · starring Annabella Sciorra, Rebecca de Mornay and Matt McCoy

  • 1 h 50 min
  • 15
  • Drama · Thriller
  • USA
  • Released in the UK 23 April 1992
  • 7.8 Users7 votes

Synopsis

Get ready for edge-of-your-seat excitement with the hit that rocked the nation! In this entertaining thriller, Claire Bartel (Annabella Sciorra) has the perfect life and family -- and exactly what Petyon Flanders (Rebecca De Mornay) desires desperately. But once Peyton deceptively becomes the Bartels' live-in housekeeper, how far will she really go when the life she wants belongs to someone else? From absorbing start to heart-stopping finish, this critically acclaimed winner delivers a lively mix of thrills, chills, and surprises equaling 100% fun!

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The essentials

Runtime
110 min1 hour and 50 minutes
Budget
$11.7mBuena Vista International
Rating
15Suitable only for 15 years and over
How long is The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?
1 hour and 50 minutes (110 minutes).
When was The Hand That Rocks the Cradle released in the UK?
It was released in the UK on 23 April 1992.
Who directed The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?
Curtis Hanson.
Who is in The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?
It stars Annabella Sciorra, Rebecca de Mornay, Matt McCoy and Ernie Hudson.
Where can I watch The Hand That Rocks the Cradle?
In the UK you can watch it on subscription on Disney+ and on buy on Apple TV and Prime Video.
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Director
Curtis Hanson
Writers
Amanda Silver
Producers
Rick Jaffa

Reviews

7.8 7 votes
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Soundtrack

All 6 songs
  1. Poor Wand'ring OneThe D'Oyly Carte Opera Company Spotify
  2. O Dry the Glistening TearThe D'Oyly Carte Opera Company Spotify
  3. My Gallant Crew Good MorningThe D'Oyly Carte Opera Company
  4. Sir Joseph's Barge is SeenThe D'Oyly Carte Opera Company
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