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Hamnet

By Chloé Zhao

2025

Drama

2h05

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8.0/10

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3.8/5

Press

4.1/5

Spect.

Synopsis

The story of Agnes - the wife of William Shakespeare - as she struggles to come to terms with the loss of her only son, Hamnet. A human and heart-stopping story as the backdrop to the creation of Shakespeare's most famous play, Hamlet.

Community Reviews

Viewers are deeply moved by 'Hamnet,' praising its emotional depth and stunning performances, particularly by Jessie Buckley. The film's portrayal of Shakespeare's personal life, rather than his literary achievements, offers a fresh perspective that resonates with audiences. The cinematography and sound design enhance the immersive experience, although some find the film's deliberate pacing and emotional intensity overwhelming. Overall, it's seen as a poignant exploration of grief and creativity.

👍 Fresh perspective on Shakespeare's personal life.

👎 May feel slow and overly emotional for some.

Trailer

Reviews and Comments

10 reviews
Paul Male
Paulrated ★ 10/10
5 days ago

La vie au 17ième siecle

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nataliarated ★ 10/10
Yesterday

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Gladysrated ★ 9/10
5 days ago

Lou J
Lourated ★ 9/10
6 days ago

DP
Denisrated ★ 8/10
6 days ago

Matheo Farget
Matheorated ★ 8/10
January 30, 2026

Alexi Graça Simoes
Alexirated ★ 7/10
January 27, 2026

Aurélien Joubert-Crawley
Aurélienrated ★ 8/10
January 26, 2026

Casting

Chloé Zhao

Chloé Zhao

Director

Paul Mescal

Paul Mescal

William Shakespeare

Jessie Buckley

Jessie Buckley

Agnès Shakespeare

Emily Watson

Emily Watson

Mary

Joe Alwyn

Joe Alwyn

Bartholomew

Jacobi Jupe

Jacobi Jupe

Hamnet

Noah Jupe

Noah Jupe

Hamlet

BO

Bodhi Rae Breathnach

Susanna

OL

Olivia Lynes

Judith

FR

Freya Hannan-Mills

Eliza

David Wilmot

David Wilmot

John

SM

Smylie Bradwell

Young Bartholomew

FA

Faith Delaney

Young Agnes

SA

Sam Woolf

Bernardo

JA

Jack Shalloo

Marcellus

EL

Elliot Baxter

Richard

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