Hulu’s New Thriller Remake Starring Two Scream Queens Debuts With Solid Rotten Tomatoes Score

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A remake of the classic thriller, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, is now available on Hulu. Starring Maika Monroe and Mary Elizabeth Winstead, the movie centers around a mother who suspects her new nanny isn’t who she seems.

This new version on Hulu is a remake of the 1992 film, which starred Annabella Sciorra and Rebecca De Mornay. The original movie was generally well-received, earning a 67% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and a 61% audience score based on over 25,000 votes.

Hulu’s version of the movie seems to be performing well, initially receiving a 62% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. This score is currently based on just 13 reviews, so it’s likely to change as more come in. Because the movie is now available to stream on Hulu, audience ratings aren’t yet available.

Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer Rotten Tomatoes’ Popcornmeter
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (1992) 67% 61%
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (2025) 62% N/A

Early reviews show critics really loved the acting and connection between Monroe and Winstead. The new film generally follows the same story as the 1992 original, but with a contemporary update. Opinions are split on whether this was a successful approach; some reviewers appreciated the changes, while others felt the new version lacked the intensity and felt forced when compared to the original.

Maika Monroe and Mary Elizabeth Winstead are both well-known in the horror-thriller world, earning them the label of ‘scream queens.’ Monroe’s notable roles include the hit film Longlegs – Neon’s biggest success – as well as It Follows and The Guest. Winstead started her career with appearances in Final Destination 3 and 10 Cloverfield Lane.

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2025-10-22 18:47